Full-Day Ngorongoro Crater Tour from Arusha
Highlights
Arusha, Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Private Tour
1 Day
Easy
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Description
Embark on a memorable day trip from Arusha to Ngorongoro Crater, featuring scenic drives through local villages, a breathtaking descent into the crater, and thrilling game drives to spot lions, elephants, and other wildlife. Enjoy a relaxing picnic lunch by a hippo pool, followed by more wildlife viewing in the afternoon. After exploring this UNESCO World Heritage site, return to Arusha in the late afternoon, having experienced the beauty and diversity of one of Tanzania's most iconic destinations.
Itinerary
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Full-Day Ngorongoro Itinerary
Morning: Journey into the Crater
- Start the day with a hearty breakfast at your lodge or camp, with views of the highland mist rising over the Ngorongoro rim.
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the world’s largest unbroken caldera. The descent road offers dramatic scenery and the chance to spot wildlife even before reaching the crater floor.
Begin your game drive across the crater floor, a haven for wildlife. Look out for:
Herds of zebra, wildebeest, and buffalo grazing the open plains.
The elusive black rhino—Ngorongoro is one of the few places in East Africa where they can still be seen.
Lions, often lounging in the shade or stalking prey in the distance.
Bird enthusiasts will enjoy the sight of flamingos on Lake Magadi and countless other species in the lush surroundings.
Stop at a scenic viewpoint or under a shady acacia for mid-morning refreshments (coffee, tea, light snacks).
Midday: Picnic by the Hippo Pool
Enjoy a relaxing picnic lunch at the Hippo Pool, where you can safely dine near a pod of wallowing hippos.
Stretch your legs, take photos, and soak in the sights and sounds of the crater without rushing.
Your guide will share fascinating facts about the crater’s formation, the Maasai communities who coexist with the wildlife, and the conservation efforts in place.
Afternoon: Final Safari Encounters
Continue your afternoon game drive, focusing on areas you haven’t yet explored.
Spot elephants with massive tusks, a reminder of the ancient genetics preserved in this area.
Keep an eye out for cheetahs and hyenas, both common in this rich ecosystem.
Visit the Lerai Forest, a lush woodland where leopards and birds thrive.
Begin your leisurely ascent out of the crater, pausing for photo opportunities of the panoramic landscape—especially if the skies are clear, offering breathtaking views.
Late Afternoon: Return Journey to Arusha
Depart Ngorongoro in the late afternoon for the drive back to Arusha, enjoying the changing landscapes as you leave the highlands behind.
Along the way, pass through traditional Maasai homelands, rolling hills, and bustling roadside villages.
Arrive in Arusha
What's Included
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
Adult | |
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1 to 10 | /person |
Child | |
1 to 10 | /person |
This is a private tour |