Ngorongoro Crater

Trip Highlights

Ngorongoro Crater Day Trip

  • Full-day safari inside the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera
  • Exceptional chances to see the Big Five (lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhino)
  • Stunning scenery from the crater rim to the wildlife-rich floor
  • Thriving habitats including grasslands, forests, and a soda lake home to flamingos
  • Guided by a professional local safari guide in a private 4×4 vehicle
  • Picnic lunch at a safe scenic site overlooking the crater floor
  • Convenient round-trip from Arusha or Moshi

Ngorongoro Crater Day Trip Overview & Itinerary

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure to the Ngorongoro Crater, often called the “Eighth Wonder of the World.” Starting from Arusha or Moshi, you’ll travel through the highlands before descending 600 meters into this breathtaking natural amphitheater home to one of the densest concentrations of wildlife in Africa.

Within the crater’s 260 square kilometers, you’ll find an extraordinary variety of ecosystems that support an unparalleled abundance of animals. Keep your camera ready for lions lounging in the grasslands, elephants strolling through the forest, and the rare, endangered black rhino grazing in the open plains. The soda lake at the center of the crater attracts flocks of flamingos, while hippos wallow nearby.

Unlike anywhere else, Ngorongoro combines dramatic landscapes with a wildlife-viewing experience rivaling even the Serengeti. With its compact size, you can witness a staggering amount of wildlife in just a single day.
After a thrilling game drive and a picnic lunch on the crater floor, you’ll ascend back to the rim and return to Arusha or Moshi, carrying memories of an unforgettable safari adventure.

Ngorongoro is not just a place you visit — it’s an experience that etches itself into your soul.

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PRICING

Per person Price
1 Pax
$ 746
2 Pax
$ 450
3 Pax
$ 350
4 Pax
$ 290
5 Pax
$ 250
6 Pax
$ 233
7 Pax

PRICING INCLUDES

  • Private 4×4 safari vehicle with a professional driver-guide
  • Pick-up and drop-off from your hotel in Arusha
  • Bottled drinking water throughout the trip
  • Entrance fees to Tarangire National Park
  • Game drive in Tarangire National Park
  • Packed picnic lunch
  • Government taxes

PRICING EXCLUDES

  • Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
  • Personal expenses (souvenirs, laundry, etc.)
  • Tips and gratuities for guide/driver
  • Alcoholic and soft drinks
  • Travel insurance

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