Tanzania · Safari

14-Hour Ngorongoro Crater Safari with Big Five Game Drive

14 Hours Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Experience an adventurous game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater
02 Witness Africa's iconic Big Five - lions, leopards, buffalo, elephants, and rhinos
03 Watch flamingos and other birdlife at Lake Magadi
04 Spot cheetahs, gazelles, zebras, and more in the crater's rich ecosystem
05 Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater

Embrace the thrill of an adventurous game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater, known for its diverse ecosystem and high concentration of wildlife in a relatively small area. Witness Africa's iconic Big Five - lions, leopards, buffalo, elephants, and rhinos - along with other wildlife such as cheetahs, gazelles, zebras, and over 400 bird species. This full-day safari also includes time at Lake Magadi, where you may spot flamingos in one of the crater's most scenic settings.

Witness Africa's iconic Big Five - lions, leopards, buffalo, elephants, and rhinos - along with other wildlife such as cheetahs, gazelles, zebras, and over 400 bird species.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 14 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Arusha, Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive and Wildlife Safari

Depart at 5 am from Arusha and head towards the Ngorongoro Crater.
Embark on an exciting game drive and witness the Big Five of African wildlife: lions, leopards, buffalo, elephants, and rhinos.
See over 400 bird species, including flamingos, at Lake Magadi.
Spot a variety of animals, such as cheetahs, gazelles, and zebras.
Enjoy a delectable picnic lunch around 1 pm and continue the game drive until drop-off at the hotel at 4 pm.