Full-Day Ngorongoro Crater Safari from Arusha with Wildlife and Big Five Experience
Highlights
Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Arusha
safari, photography, Wildlife
Group Tour
1 Day
Easy
English
Description
Embark on a full-day safari from Arusha to the Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s most extraordinary natural wonders and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Journey into the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera and explore its rich, diverse habitats that support the highest density of wildlife in Africa, including the legendary Big Five. Enjoy expertly guided game drives, breathtaking views from the crater rim, and a scenic picnic lunch surrounded by nature.
Itinerary
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Full-Day Safari: Arusha to Ngorongoro Crater
06:00 – Pick-up from Arusha
Meet your driver-guide at your hotel or lodge in Arusha.
Begin the journey in a private 4WD safari vehicle.
Travel through the scenic landscapes of northern Tanzania toward Ngorongoro.
09:30 – Arrival at Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Reach the entry gate of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Stop at the crater rim viewpoint for panoramic views of the caldera.
10:00 – Descend into the Crater
Enter the 600-meter-deep Ngorongoro Crater.
Begin your game drive on the crater floor, home to the highest density of wildlife in Africa.
10:30 – Morning Game Drive
Spot the Big Five: lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and black rhino.
Observe other species including hyenas, jackals, wildebeests, zebras, hippos, and flamingoes.
Learn about the unique crater ecosystem from your expert guide.
13:00 – Picnic Lunch
Stop at a designated picnic site such as the Hippo Pool.
Enjoy your packed lunch surrounded by nature and possible wildlife encounters.
14:00 – Afternoon Game Drive
Continue exploring different crater zones including forests, grasslands, swamps, and Lake Magadi.
Capture photographs and enjoy uninterrupted wildlife viewing.
16:00 – Ascend from the Crater
Begin your drive back up to the crater rim.
Start the return journey to Arusha through the highland scenery.
20:00 – Return to Arusha
Arrive at your hotel or drop-off point in Arusha.
Conclude your full-day safari with unforgettable memories of Ngorongoro.
What's Included
What's Excluded
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
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| 1 to 6 | /person |
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| 1 to 6 | /person |
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This is a group tour |
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