Tanzania · Safari

1-Day Ngorongoro Crater Safari from Arusha with Lerai picnic lunch

1 Day Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Ngorongoro, the world's largest unbroken caldera
  • 02 Enjoy rewarding game viewing in the Ngorongoro Crater
  • 03 Eat lunch at the Lerai picnic site beside the hippo pool
  • 04 Travel through the spectacular landscapes of the Crater Highlands

Spend a full day exploring the spectacular landscapes of the Crater Highlands on a safari from Arusha to Ngorongoro Crater. Descend into the world's largest unbroken caldera for rewarding game viewing and the chance to see plenty of wildlife in one of Tanzania's most remarkable natural settings. The experience includes a scenic drive, a picnic lunch at Lerai beside the hippo pool, and continued game viewing around the crater.

Descend into the world's largest unbroken caldera for rewarding game viewing and the chance to see plenty of wildlife in one of Tanzania's most remarkable natural settings.

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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, Russian

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Arusha to Ngorongoro Crater Safari

  • Meet your tour guide at your hotel in Arusha town at 06:00 am.

  • Drive to the Ngorongoro Crater and complete the registration process on arrival.

  • Visit the world's largest unbroken caldera for a wonderful day of game viewing.

  • Eat lunch at the Lerai picnic site beside the hippo pool.

  • Continue with a game drive up the crater rim.

Ngorongoro Crater, Lerai picnic site, Crater Highlands

Where this trip takes you

Ngorongoro Crater, Lerai picnic site, Crater Highlands

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Arusha 2 cities · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Russian-, German-, French-, or English-speaking tour guide

  • Park entrance fees into game reserves and parks

  • Bottled mineral water during the safari

  • Lunch box

  • Ground transport in a custom 4x4 safari vehicle with a roof hatch

What's Not Included

  • Visa fees

  • International flights

  • Arrival/departure airport transfers (US$35)

  • Soft drinks or alcoholic drinks

  • Tips and gratuities

What to bring

  • Additional money for souvenirs, tips, and charities

  • Light clothes for daytime wear

  • A warm jacket, pullover, sweatshirt, or fleece for the chilly evenings

Know before you go

  • All distances and timings are approximate and intended as guidelines only.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Arusha, Tanzania
Tour start
Arusha, Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 1 day finishes where it began, in Arusha.

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