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)
7-Day Midrange Northern Circuit Safari
Visits: Serengeti National Park • Tarangire National Park • Lake Manyara National Park +1
From
$2,145 /person
Customizable
8-Day Mid-Range Serengeti Migration Safari
Visits: Tarangire National Park • Ngorongoro Crater • Serengeti National Park +1
From
$2,445 /person
Customizable
4-Day High-End Tanzania Safari
Visits: Tarangire National Park • Ngorongoro Crater • Lake Manyara National Park
From
$2,000 /person
Customizable
9-Day Best of Tanzania Wildlife Safari
Visits: Tarangire National Park • Serengeti National Park • Ngorongoro Crater
From
$3,995 /person
Customizable
6-Day Tanzania Great Migration Safari
Visits: Tarangire National Park • Serengeti National Park • Ngorongoro Crater
From
$2,101 /person
Customizable
7-Day Tanzania Big Five Safari
Visits: Tarangire National Park • Serengeti National Park • Lake Manyara National Park +1
From
$2,130 /person
Customizable
8-Day Tanzania Calving Season Safari
Visits: Tarangire National Park • Ngorongoro Crater • Serengeti National Park
From
$3,186 /person
Customizable
4-Day Mid-Range Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Safari
Visits: Tarangire National Park • Serengeti National Park • Ngorongoro Crater
From
$1,200 /person
Customizable
5-Day Affordable Northern Tanzania Safari
Visits: Tarangire National Park • Serengeti National Park • Ngorongoro Crater
From
$1,750 /person
Customizable
4-Day Tanzania Wildlife Safari
Visits: Serengeti National Park • Ngorongoro Crater
From
$1,450 /person
Customizable
6-Day Serengeti Migration safari
Visits: Tarangire National Park • Ngorongoro Crater • Serengeti National Park
From
$1,850 /person
Customizable
10-Day Northern Tanzania Safari & Cultural Experience
Visits: Tarangire National Park • Lake Manyara National Park • Ngorongoro Crater +2
From
$2,650 /person
Customizable
Ngorongoro Crater
51 tours available