Discover one of Tanzania's great nature wonders—the deep, volcanic Ngorongoro Crater—on a full-day trip from Arusha town. Known as the world's largest unbroken caldera, Ngorongoro is home to an incredible array of wildlife such as lion, elephant, wildebeest and hyena. There's even a large hippo pool—where you'll have an opportunity to enjoy a picnic—and a lake where flamingos congregate. Join an knowledgable guide for this incredible experience, and learn about the region's cultural as well as natural aspects as you go.

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Discover one of Tanzania's great nature wonders—the deep, volcanic Ngorongoro Crater—on a full-day trip from Arusha town. Known as the world's largest unbroken caldera, Ngorongoro is home to an incredible array of wildlife such as lion, elephant, wildebeest and hyena. There's even a large hippo pool—where you'll have an opportunity to enjoy a picnic—and a lake where flamingos congregate. Join an knowledgable guide for this incredible experience, and learn about the region's cultural as well as natural aspects as you go.

Early in the morning you will be picked from your hotel in Arusha town heading to Ngorongoro Crater. This day trip will give you the opportunity to visit the famous world famous Ngorongoro Crater, nicknamed the eighth wonder of the world. The Crater is the world’s largest unbroken caldera which hosts varieties of animals including the rare black Rhino.

Once you have reached the Ngorongoro gate, located approximately 200km outside of Arusha town, you will descend into the Crater for a 6 hour game drive. During this time you will break for lunch at Ngoitokok swamp, a Hippo pool. In this idyllic picnic spot, you get the opportunity to take in the beautiful landscape that surrounds you.

As well as the Black Rhino, the crater is home to Elephants, Zebras, Wildebeests, Buffalos and Impalas. The carnivores that inhabit the crater are Lions, Leopards, Cheetah, Hyena and other small cats. And later in the afternoon drive back to your hotel in Arusha.

Activities summary

  • Departure Arusha
  • Duration Full day
  • Available languages
    • English
  • Meeting point Arusha
  • Prices and conditions

    Price includes
    • Picnic lunch
    • All sightseeing and game viewing
    • Professional English speaking driver-guide
    • Complementary bottle of water per person on safari
    • Crater fees
    Price does not include
    • Spirits and cocktails
    • Gratuities for the guide
    • Hotel accommodation in Arusha
    • All not mentioned in the itinerary

    Price shown is per person for minimum 2 pax.