Ngorongoro Crater Day Trip

Duration

1 Day

Arrival On
Kilimanjaro Int. Airport (KIA)
Best Season
Jan, Feb, Mar, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Accomodation
No Accomodation
Transportation
4x4 Toyota land Cruiser
Language
English
Departure From
Kilimanjaro Int. Airport (KIA)

Overview

Ngorongoro Crater is part of a vast network of interconnected ecosystems, including the crater highlands, expansive plains, bush, and woodland. Covering approximately 8,300 square kilometers, the Ngorongoro Conservation Area is also home to the famous Olduvai Gorge, an important archaeological site where numerous fossils have been discovered.

Known as one of Africa’s top wildlife-viewing destinations, Ngorongoro Crater is about 20 kilometers wide, making it one of the largest calderas in the world. Inside its walls, you’ll find diverse landscapes such as grasslands, swamps, forests, salt pans, and a freshwater lake. The crater is teeming with wildlife, including rhinos, lions, elephants, buffalo, wildebeest, Thomson’s gazelles, zebras, reedbucks, and more.

Highlights

Ngorongoro Crater – Explore one of the world’s largest calderas, 20 km wide.
Diverse Ecosystems – From grasslands and swamps to forests and salt pans.
Rich Wildlife – Encounter various animals and birds.
Olduvai Gorge – Visit the famous site where ancient fossils have been discovered.
Stunning Views – Enjoy panoramic vistas of the crater and its lush landscapes.

Tour Itinerary

Day 01 :

Moshi - Ngorongoro Crater

Pick you from your hotel or home in Moshi/Arusha at 6:00 am after breakfast and drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Authority Area. Descend 600m into this magnificent crater for a full-day game drive. The Ngorongoro Crater is one of the most densely crowded African wildlife areas in the world and is home to an estimated 30,000 animals including some of Tanzania’s last remaining black rhino. Supported by a year round water supply and fodder, the Ngorongoro Conservation supports a vast variety of animals, which include herds of wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, eland, warthog, hippo, and giant African elephants. Another big draw card to this picturesque national park is its huge population of predators, which include lions, hyenas, jackals, cheetahs and the ever-elusive leopard. You will enjoy a picnic lunch on the crater floor at Ngoitokitoki swamp. Evening drive back to Arusha/Moshi and drop off at the hotel or home where the tour ends.

Price Includes

Day trip according to the itinerary
Transportation
Professional, English-speaking guide
Lunch
Mineral water
All mentioned activities
All Required Fees

Price Excludes

International or Local Flights
Optional Activities
Alcoholic and soft drinks
Visa fees
Tips
Personal spending money for souvenirs etc.
Travel Insurance

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