Full-Day Trip to Ngorongoro Crater

·Daily, 3 Destinations·Starts from Arusha
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Duration

daily

Max Group Size

100

Departure Type

Scheduled

Guiding Method

Fully guided

Physical level

relax

Operated In

Age Requirement

3 - 85 Ages

Tour Overview

Embark on a full-day trip to Ngorongoro Crater is an unforgettable experience! The crater, often called the "Eighth Wonder of the World," is home to an incredible concentration of wildlife, including the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo), stunning landscapes, and a rich Maasai cultural presence.

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Route

Starts from

Arusha

Ends in

Arusha

Pickup Location

Arusha, 06:00

Dropoff Location

Arusha, 18:00

Tour route map

Highlights

Discover the incredible wildlife of Ngorongoro Crater, home to the famous Big Five Enjoy panoramic views from the Ngorongoro Viewpoint Experience Maasai culture within the Ngorongoro Conservation Area Relish a picnic lunch at the picturesque Hippo Pool Picnic Site

Itinerary

Morning:

  • 5:30 - 6:00 AM: Depart from Arusha (or Karatu if staying closer) and drive towards Ngorongoro Conservation Area (3-4 hours from Arusha, 30-45 minutes from Karatu).
  • 7:30 - 8:00 AM: Arrive at the Loduare Gate, and complete park formalities.
  • 8:30 AM: Stop at the Ngorongoro Viewpoint for breathtaking panoramic views of the crater.
  • 9:00 AM: Descend into the crater for a game drive.

Midday:

  • 11:30 AM: Spot abundant wildlife, including lions, zebras, wildebeests, hippos, hyenas, and elephants.
  • 12:30 PM: Picnic lunch at Hippo Pool Picnic Site, overlooking a scenic waterhole with hippos.

Afternoon:

  • 1:30 PM: Continue game drive, searching for elusive species like rhinos and cheetahs.
  • 3:30 PM: Ascend from the crater and start your drive back.

Evening:

  • 6:00 - 7:00 PM: Arrive back in Arusha (if returning the same day) or relax in Karatu.

Trip includes

Included

Guiding Method
Fully guided

  • Entry fee
  • Guide fee
  • Lunch box
  • Crater fee
  • Safari car

Excluded

  • All optional activities 

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