Wildlife in the Ngorongoro Crater volcanic caldera

Ngorongoro Crater Safari — 5 Days

Descend into the world's largest intact volcanic caldera — home to the highest density of wild animals in all of Africa.

Panoramic view of the Ngorongoro Crater floor teeming with wildlife

Africa's Most Extraordinary Natural Wonder

The Ngorongoro Crater is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa's most extraordinary natural wonders. This compact 5-day safari is our most affordable itinerary — ideal for first-time visitors or those with limited time. The crater floor is home to approximately 25,000 large animals including all of the Big Five, making it one of the most reliable wildlife viewing destinations in Africa. Combined with Tarangire's elephant herds and Lake Manyara's tree-climbing lions.

5 Days
3 Parks
Year-Round Season
From $1,100 Per Person

5-Day Ngorongoro Crater Itinerary

Our most affordable safari — covering Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara.

Day 1

Arrival in Arusha

Airport pickup at Kilimanjaro International Airport. Transfer to your hotel in Arusha. Evening safari briefing with your guide.

Day 2

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Full-day game drive — elephant herds and baobab landscapes. Overnight near Tarangire.

Day 3

Tarangire to Ngorongoro

Drive to the crater rim. Afternoon at leisure with stunning views over the crater floor 600m below. Overnight crater rim lodge.

Day 4

Ngorongoro Crater — Full Day

Descend into the crater at dawn. Full-day game drive — lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, hippo, flamingos. Picnic lunch on the crater floor. Ascend in the afternoon. Optional Maasai village visit. Overnight near Manyara.

Day 5

Lake Manyara to Arusha

Morning game drive in Lake Manyara — tree-climbing lions, flamingos, primates. Afternoon transfer to Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport.

Everything You Need for the Safari

Included

  • Professional driver-guide
  • 4x4 safari vehicle
  • All park entrance fees
  • Full-board accommodation
  • Airport transfers
  • Bottled water
  • Binoculars

Not Included

  • International flights
  • Visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Drinks at lodges
  • Tips for driver-guide
  • Personal expenses
From $1,100 per person

Our most affordable safari — ideal for first-time visitors. Based on shared accommodation.

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