Tanzania · Safari

1-Day Ngorongoro Crater Safari with Big Five Game Drives

1 Day Round trip from Ngorongoro Crater Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Witness the breathtaking beauty of the Ngorongoro Crater, the world's largest unbroken volcanic caldera
02 Enjoy an exciting full-day game drive with a high chance of spotting Africa's iconic Big Five
03 Experience a scenic picnic lunch by the hippo pool, surrounded by incredible wildlife views
04 Travel through the Great Rift Valley and Maasai villages on the way to the crater

Embark on a full-day safari from Arusha to the Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa's most extraordinary natural wonders. This rewarding journey combines a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley and Maasai villages with remarkable wildlife viewing inside the UNESCO-listed crater. Explore the crater floor, a self-contained ecosystem rich with predators and prey, while enjoying breathtaking scenery and a strong chance of spotting Africa's iconic Big Five.

Embark on a full-day safari from Arusha to the Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa's most extraordinary natural wonders.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Arusha, Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Languages English, French, German, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arusha to Ngorongoro Crater Safari

Early Morning Departure & Scenic Drive (3-4 hours): Depart from Arusha around 5:30 AM, traveling through the Great Rift Valley and Maasai villages to reach the Ngorongoro gate.
Crater Descent & Morning Game Drive (4-5 hours): Stop at the rim for stunning photos before descending 600 meters into the UNESCO-listed crater. Enjoy game drives spotting lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and black rhinos.
Picnic Lunch & Afternoon Game Drive: Relish your packed lunch near a hippo pool and continue exploring the crater's diverse habitats, including flamingo-filled lakes and lush forests.
Ascent & Return to Arusha: Around 3:00 PM, ascend the crater wall and drive back to Arusha, arriving by evening at approximately 7:00 PM.