Overview

This Ngorongoro Crater day trip is run by Serengeti Wildlife Safaris, a locally based Tanzanian operator. You travel with an experienced local guide, and we plan every detail with you.

Why book this Ngorongoro Crater day trip with us

First, every Ngorongoro Crater day trip we run is tailor-made, so we can adjust the dates, accommodation and pace. In addition, our local team supports you from arrival to departure. Before you travel, you can also read about the area on the official Tanzania National Parks (TANAPA) website. For more ideas, see our other Ngorongoro Crater tours.

Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Ngorongoro Crater on our unforgettable day trip safari. Located in northern Tanzania, the crater is also the world’s largest inactive, intact and unfilled volcanic caldera. As a result, it offers a one-of-a-kind wildlife experience.

The Big Five (lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, and leopard)
Hundreds of bird species, including flamingos at Lake Magadi
Expansive grasslands, acacia forests, and marshes
Maasai villages on the crater rim

Itinerary

Day 1: :

Ngorongoro Crater Day Tour Itinerary

Early Morning Departure:
First, leave Arusha or Moshi early in the morning. Then drive through scenic landscapes toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Crater Descent and Game Drive:
Once you arrive, descend 600 meters into the crater for a thrilling game drive. Next, explore its diverse habitats, where you find a high density of wildlife in a fairly small area.

Lunch Break:
At midday, enjoy a delicious packed lunch at a scenic picnic spot near a hippo pool.

Afternoon Exploration:
After lunch, continue your game drive and search for rare species, such as the endangered black rhino.

Return Journey:
Finally, climb back up the crater wall in the late afternoon and return to your hotel or lodge by evening.