Ngorongoro Crater Safari
Descend into the world's largest volcanic caldera for Big Five game drives including endangered black rhino.
Overview
Descend 600 metres into the world's largest unbroken volcanic caldera for a full-day game drive through one of Africa's most wildlife-dense ecosystems. The Ngorongoro Crater shelters approximately 30,000 animals including all of the Big Five -- and is one of the best places in Africa to spot the endangered black rhinoceros. This 2-day safari includes a scenic drive from Arusha along the Great Rift Valley, overnight on the crater rim, and a full 6-hour game drive on the crater floor.
Highlights
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Depart Arusha and drive through the Great Rift Valley, past Lake Manyara, and up to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area gate. Enjoy lunch with panoramic views of the crater from the rim. Afternoon visit to a nearby Maasai boma for a cultural experience. Camp on the crater rim at 2,286m with misty forest surroundings.
Activities
Descend 600 metres to the crater floor at dawn for a 5-6 hour game drive. Explore grasslands, swamps, acacia forest, and Lake Magadi in search of the Big Five. Watch for black rhino in the open, lion prides, elephant herds, and flamingos on the soda lake. Picnic lunch on the crater floor before ascending the rim and driving back to Arusha.
Activities
What's Included
- Airport or hotel pickup and drop-off in Arusha/Moshi
- Transport in a 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking safari guide/driver
- All national park entrance fees
- Ngorongoro Crater service fee (where applicable)
- All meals as indicated (full board)
- Camping equipment (tent, sleeping mat, camping chairs and table)
- Drinking water during game drives
- Game drives as per itinerary
- Cooking equipment and camp cook
- Ngorongoro Crater vehicle descent fee
What's Not Included
- International and domestic flights
- Tanzania visa fees (USD 50)
- Travel and medical insurance
- Tips for guide and cook (recommended USD 15-25 per day total)
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Sleeping bag (available for hire at USD 15)
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
- Optional activities not in itinerary
- Laundry service
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate (if required)
What to Bring
$650
per person
Child: $480
10% group discount
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