1-Day Ngorongoro Crater Safari from Arusha with Caldera Wildlife

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Visit the Ngorongoro Crater, the world's largest un-flooded volcanic caldera
• 02 Admire magnificent views of the crater from the rim
• 03 Explore a microcosm of East Africa with plains, soda lakes, forests, swamps, and springs
• 04 Spot wildlife such as leopard, hyena, jackal, cheetah, elephants, hippos, and waterbuck

Sign up for this day trip to the Ngorongoro Crater, the world's largest un-flooded volcanic caldera, and admire its magnificent views from the rim. Descend into this remarkable microcosm of East Africa, with plains, soda lakes, forests, swamps, and springs, for rewarding game viewing. Look out for leopard, hyena, jackal, cheetah, elephants, hippos, waterbuck, baboons, antelope, and other small mammals during your safari.

With a diameter of 20 km, the Ngorongoro Crater is the world's largest un-flooded volcanic caldera.

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 Yes

Cities Arusha, Mount Kilimanjaro, Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Ngorongoro Crater Safari from Arusha

• In the morning, take a two-and-a-half-hour drive from Arusha to the Ngorongoro Gate and the crater rim. Admire the magnificent view of the crater from the rim.
• With a diameter of 20 km, the Ngorongoro Crater is the world's largest un-flooded volcanic caldera. This amazing site was created 2 million years ago by the collapse of an enormous volcano, believed to have been larger than Kilimanjaro. Today, the crater contains a microcosm of East Africa, with plains, soda lakes, forests, swamps, and springs. Most of the larger mammal species are present, including black rhinoceros, elephant, buffalo, hippo, lion prides, including the magnificent black-maned males, and leopard. The only notable absentees are giraffes, which find the crater rim's precipitous slopes too steep to negotiate. There are also many colourful flamingoes and a variety of water birds. Game viewing here is about as easy as it gets.
• Descend through the Ngorongoro forest and enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater itself. Other game you may see includes hyena, cheetah, jackal, waterbuck, baboons, members of the antelope family, and small mammals.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Park entrance fees and taxes
• Game safari to national parks as specified
• Meals - on a full-board basis when staying at the lodge
• Private 4x4 wheel-drive vehicle with a pop-up roof for wildlife viewing
• Professional English-speaking driver-guide throughout your safari
• First aid kit in our safari vehicle; our guides are trained in providing basic first aid
• Complimentary bottled drinking water while on safari (1.5 l bottled water per person per day)
• Tea and coffee - a box of tea and coffee to enjoy at any point during the safari
• Spare tires for unforeseen issues that may arise on bumpy African roads
• Charging station - you can charge your phone, laptop, and camera battery while on the road
• One pair of binoculars
• Government taxes and VAT
• Airport transfers

What's Not Included

• Beverages and drinks - soft or alcoholic, including beer, wine, and spirits - as well as gifts such as local crafts
• Laundry, phone charges, and other items of a personal nature, such as sun creams and personal expenses
• Fees for passports, visas, transit visas, immunizations, and insurance
• Personal accident travel insurance
• A visit to a Maasai village, cultural tour, or Olduvai Gorge
• International and domestic flight tickets
• Airport departure taxes
• Any sightseeing excursions and optional activities other than those specified
• Visa or entry visas
• Please read our Terms and Conditions
• Tips and gratuities to the safari crew - recommended
• Travel insurance
• Any other expenses not mentioned above

What to bring

• Informal and casual dress.
• Comfortable, lightweight cotton clothing in subdued safari colours is practical.
• During the day, shorts or trousers are ideal, and the evenings may be chilly, so light cardigans or sweaters are appropriate.
• For clients visiting the Ngorongoro Crater, please note that nights are very cold because of the altitude, so a thick sweater or fleece is advisable.
• Long-sleeved shirts and trousers are also advisable in the evenings to lessen the chance of being bitten by mosquitoes. Many safari lodges have swimming pools, so bathing costumes should be taken. It is advisable to have a good pair of closed walking shoes or boots.
• We suggest that ladies do not wear shorts in the conservative areas of the city.
• At coastal resorts, one-piece or bikini swimsuits are acceptable on the beach or around your hotel pool, but not appropriate in town. Topless sunbathing is prohibited.
• We recommend taking a small flashlight.

Know before you go

• Tour costs are based on all known costs and exchange rates at the time; any significant changes beyond the control of Wild Drama will be passed on to clients.
• Wild Drama Tanzania Safari also retains the right to alter any arrangements due to local conditions. Wild Drama also retains the right to refuse any person from participating in or continuing any tour for any reason, or if that person causes or is deemed to cause a hazard or inconvenience to other passengers.
• All cancellations must be made in writing to Wild Drama, and all cancellations will be charged a cancellation penalty depending on the number of days before tour departure. Less than 30 days: no refund of the land cost. There is no refund for any unused portion of your safari once commenced.
• Cancellation penalties on airfare are additional and are not included in the above cancellation charges.
• Yellow Fever: All travellers coming into Tanzania from any yellow fever-infected country, such as neighbouring countries like Kenya - even if you are only transiting through Nairobi - must carry a valid yellow fever certificate. You will be asked to show it on arrival.
• Malaria: Malaria is an endemic disease throughout these areas. There are a number of prophylactics available, so be sure to obtain one from your physician and follow their directions. If, despite taking recommended drugs, you feel unwell and feverish, seek medical advice as soon as possible. If you are already in your destination country, please do not forget to mention that you have been in a malaria zone.
• Stomach Upsets: It is advisable to carry medication supplied by your physician for simple stomach upsets. In the first few days of your trip, you may suffer from mild stomach upsets caused by changes in food and water.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Arusha, Tanzania

Tour start

Arusha, Tanzania

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.