Why Go On A Ngorongoro Crater Safari

Why Go On A Ngorongoro Crater Safari

The Ngorongoro Conservation Area in northern Tanzania, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you’ll spot lion, elephant, giraffe, and more. Enjoy a guided hike to the top of Olmoti for staggering views or take a trip to the soda lake in Empakaai Crater to see thousands of pink flamingos. Around 25,000 large animals live in the 30,000-hectare Ngorongoro Crater – one of Africa’s new Seven Natural Wonders.

Ngorongoro is a great Tanzania safari destination all year round. However, to avoid crowds, we recommend travelling in January and May. On the other hand, July and August offer the best wildlife viewing, but they are also the busiest months.

 

Ngorongoro Activities

Game Drives
Join us for an unforgettable game drive on the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater floor. Our knowledgeable and personable guides will accompany you in comfortable seven-seater vehicles equipped with power points and fridges. Enjoy Tanzania’s renowned wildlife while enjoying a picnic lunch and other amenities. Come and experience the magic of nature with us. 

Wildlife
With wildlife neatly contained within the crater, you’re sure to have incredible sightings of a wide variety of species that call the crater floor their home. Species you’re likely to see include lion, black rhino, zebra, buffalo, Thompson’s and Grant’s gazelle, and elephant.  

Predators
With so many animals contained within the crater walls, predators are never far off, hoping to capitalise on this. Leopards and lions can be found prowling the area in search their next meal, 

 

 

Olmoti Crater Climb
The hike begins at a ranger station at the foot of Olmoti, just a brief drive from the camp. We follow an ancient Maasai cattle path that meanders through mountainous forests, grassy plains, and rocky outcrops while catching glimpses of various bird and butterfly species along the way. Upon reaching the summit, our hikers are treated to breathtaking vistas of the crater below. 

Empakaai Crater Climb
Join a Ngorongoro Conservation Area ranger for a half-day excursion to Empakaai Crater. Hike down the crater’s walls to reach the famous soda lake where thousands of pink flamingos flock, creating a picturesque pink lakeshore. Absorb the breathtaking tranquillity and serene scenery while enjoying delicious snacks on the crater floor before hiking through the forested slopes to return to the crater rim. 

Community & Cultural Visits
Come and spend an afternoon with the Maasai people in a nearby village to discover their traditional way of life. Additionally, you can explore a market that supports local traders or join herders as they bring their cattle back to their bomas (enclosures) on a walk.