Ngorongoro Crater Safari
A whole ecosystem inside one ancient volcano.
- 3 days, 2 nights
- Starts in Arusha
- From USD 1,150 per person
The world's largest unbroken caldera holds some 25,000 large animals. This short safari pairs a full crater day with Lake Manyara, ideal before or after Kilimanjaro or Zanzibar.
- Full day on the crater floor
- Chance of black rhino
- Flamingos on Lake Magadi
- Lodge on the crater rim
Day by day
- 1
Day 1
Arusha to Lake Manyara
Morning pickup and an afternoon game drive in Lake Manyara National Park.
Overnight: Karatu highland lodge
- 2
Day 2
Ngorongoro Crater
Early descent to the crater floor for a full day with a picnic lunch by the hippo pool.
Overnight: Crater rim lodge
- 3
Day 3
Return to Arusha
Coffee farm visit in Karatu and return to Arusha by early afternoon.
Included
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- English-speaking driver guide (Italian on request)
- Park and conservation fees
- Accommodation as listed, full board on safari
- Drinking water in the vehicle
- Airport pickup and drop-off
Not included
- International flights
- Tanzania visa
- Travel insurance
- Tips for guides and crew
- Drinks at lodges
When to go
All year. June to October is driest and clearest.
Starts in Arusha. We arrange the transfer from Dar es Salaam or the airport.
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From
USD 1,150