Ngorongoro Crater
About Ngorongoro Crater
51
Safari Tours
4.5
Avg Rating
5/5
Big Five
67
Years Protected
Highlights
- Highest density of wildlife in Africa within a compact, enclosed area
- One of the best places to spot the endangered black rhinoceros
- Stunning volcanic caldera scenery unlike anywhere else
- Year-round game viewing with no need for long drives
- UNESCO World Heritage Site with rich cultural Maasai heritage
Considerations
- Vehicle congestion on the crater floor, especially during peak season
- Strict time limits on crater floor visits restrict flexibility
- High and increasing conservation fees for crater access
- Altitude makes mornings very cold, requiring warm clothing
Wildlife
Big Five Status
Lion
common
Leopard
occasional
Elephant
common
Buffalo
common
Rhino
occasional
Notable Species
Lion
Common
Leopard
Occasional
Elephant
Common
Cape Buffalo
Common
Black Rhino
Occasional
Zebra
Common
Wildebeest
Common
Hippo
Common
Thomson's Gazelle
Common
Grant's Gazelle
Common
Hyena
Common
Fish Eagle
Occasional
Kori Bustard
Occasional
Lilac-breasted Roller
Common
Aardvark
Rare
Best Time to Visit
Climate Overview
Getting There
Nearest Airport
Lake Manyara Airstrip (LKY)
Nearest City
Arusha
Drive Time
3.5 hours
Safari Tours (51)
5-Day Luxury Golden Savanna & Hot-Air Balloon Safari
Visits: Tarangire National Park • Ngorongoro Crater • Serengeti National Park
From
$5,600 /person
Customizable
6-Day Tanzania Big Five Camping Safari
Visits: Serengeti National Park • Ngorongoro Crater • Tarangire National Park
From
$1,600 /person
Customizable
6-Day Serengeti & Northern Parks Mid-Range Safari
Visits: Serengeti National Park • Lake Manyara National Park • Tarangire National Park +1
From
$1,855 /person
Customizable
7-Day High-End Ngorongoro & Migration Fly-In Safari
Visits: Serengeti National Park • Tarangire National Park • Lake Manyara National Park +1
From
$4,800 /person
Customizable
4-Day Best Classic Mid-Range Tour
Visits: Ngorongoro Crater • Serengeti National Park • Tarangire National Park +1
From
$1,456 /person
5-Day Exclusive Tanzania Private Safari
Visits: Tarangire National Park • Serengeti National Park • Ngorongoro Crater
From
$1,450 /person
Customizable
5-Day Serengeti Wildlife Experience
Visits: Tarangire National Park • Serengeti National Park • Ngorongoro Crater +1
From
$1,523 /person
Customizable
12-Day Kenya & Tanzania Luxury Safari
Visits: Amboseli National Park • Masai Mara National Reserve • Serengeti National Park +2
From
$8,500 /person
Customizable
8-Day Great Migration Odyssey Tanzania
Visits: Tarangire National Park • Lake Manyara National Park • Serengeti National Park +1
From
$4,700 /person
5-Day Luxury Serengeti & Northern Circuit Safari
Visits: Tarangire National Park • Serengeti National Park • Ngorongoro Crater
From
$1,990 /person
Customizable
6-Day Migration & Big Five Safari
Visits: Tarangire National Park • Serengeti National Park • Ngorongoro Crater
From
$2,590 /person
Customizable
7-Day Luxury Family Safari & Relaxation
Visits: Tarangire National Park • Serengeti National Park • Ngorongoro Crater
From
$3,480 /person
Customizable
Ngorongoro Crater
51 tours available