Big Five Safari
Ngorongoro is one of the best places in Tanzania for a chance to see lions, elephants, buffaloes, rhinos, and other iconic wildlife in one area.
About the crater
A natural wildlife sanctuary inside a volcanic caldera
Ngorongoro Crater is one of Tanzania’s most famous safari destinations and a highlight of the northern safari circuit. The crater floor is home to a remarkable concentration of wildlife, making it one of the best places for a rewarding game drive in a short time.
From the crater rim, the views are breathtaking. Inside the crater, guests can see open grasslands, marshes, lakes, forest patches, and many animals living within the caldera.
Why visit Ngorongoro?
A must-see safari destination in Tanzania
Crater Floor Game Drive
A crater safari offers excellent wildlife viewing, scenic picnic spots, and beautiful landscapes within a unique volcanic setting.
Scenic Viewpoints
The crater rim provides some of the most impressive views in Tanzania, especially in the morning when the crater is covered in soft light.
Safari experience
What to expect on safari
A typical Ngorongoro safari includes an early descent into the crater, several hours of game viewing on the crater floor, a picnic lunch, scenic viewpoints, and a return drive to Karatu, Arusha, or your next safari destination.
- ?Crater floor game drive with professional guide
- ?Chance to see lions, elephants, buffaloes and rhinos
- ?Picnic lunch inside or near the conservation area
- ?Beautiful highland and crater rim scenery
Best time to visit
Excellent wildlife viewing year-round
Dry Season
The dry season offers clear visibility, easier wildlife spotting, and comfortable conditions for crater floor game drives.
Green Season
The green season brings lush scenery, dramatic skies, beautiful photography, and fewer crowds in some periods.
Morning Game Drives
Early morning crater descents are recommended for cooler temperatures, soft light, and strong wildlife activity.
Park gallery
Ngorongoro Crater moments
Crater safari scenery
Wildlife viewing
Private safari vehicle