Day Trip to Ngorongoro Crater
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$666.00
Duration
12 hours
Tour Type
Overview
A Safari in a Natural Wonder
A day trip to Ngorongoro Crater offers one of the best safari experiences in Tanzania. Known as the Eighth Wonder of the World, this UNESCO-listed site is home to diverse wildlife, breathtaking landscapes, and the iconic Big Five all within the world’s largest unbroken volcanic caldera.
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Trip Overview
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Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
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Duration: Full-day safari
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Starting Point: Arusha or Karatu
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Activities: Game drive, wildlife viewing, photography, and picnic lunch
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Best Time to Visit: Year-round (June – October for best wildlife sightings)
Why Visit Ngorongoro Crater?
- Unmatched Wildlife Viewing: High chance of spotting the Big Five in just one day.
- Diverse Ecosystems: Includes grasslands, forests, swamps, and lakes – all in one location.
- Breathtaking Scenery: The crater offers some of the most stunning safari views in Africa.
- Perfect for Short Trips: Ideal for travelers short on time but wanting a full safari experience.
Included/Exclude
- Transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- Ngorongoro Conservation Area entry fees
- Crater service fee (for descending into the crater)
- Packed picnic lunch
- Bottled drinking water
- Unlimited game drives within the crater
- All government taxes and VAT
- International or domestic flights
- Travel Insurance
- Personal travel insurance
- Visa fees for Tanzania
- Â Additional drinks & snacks
- Tips & gratuities for guide/driver (optional but appreciated)
- Optional visit to a Maasai village ($10–$20 per person)
- Any personal expenses (souvenirs, laundry, etc.)
Tour Plan
5:30 AM – Departure from Arusha/Karatu
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Early morning hotel pickup for a scenic drive toward Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
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Enjoy breathtaking views of the Great Rift Valley and Maasai villages along the way.
 9:00 AM – Enter Ngorongoro Crater
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Descend 600 meters into the crater floor for an exciting game drive.
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Spot the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, rhino) and other wildlife like zebras, hippos, and cheetahs.
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Visit Lake Magadi, a soda lake often filled with flamingos and other bird species.
 12:30 PM – Picnic Lunch at Hippo Pool
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Enjoy a packed lunch near a scenic hippo pool while watching wildlife roam nearby.
 1:30 PM – More Game Viewing & Exploration
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Continue your safari, searching for more wildlife and exploring the diverse landscapes of the crater.
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Witness the dramatic scenery of grasslands, swamps, and acacia forests.
 4:00 PM – Ascend the Crater & Return
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Begin your ascent out of the crater and start the return drive.
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Optional stop at a Maasai village to experience local culture (if time allows).
7:00 PM – Arrive Back in Arusha/Karatu
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Drop-off at your hotel after an unforgettable safari adventure.
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