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Day Tour to Ngorongoro Crater

Tour Overview

Tour Overview:

The Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is one of the most breathtaking natural wonders in the world. Known as the “Eighth Wonder of the World,” the crater is home to a vast diversity of wildlife, including the Big Five. A day tour to Ngorongoro Crater offers an unparalleled safari experience in a unique and stunning setting.

Itinerary Details:

Early Morning:

  • Pickup from Hotel: Depart from your hotel in Arusha early in the morning (around 5:00 AM) for the drive to Ngorongoro Crater. The early start ensures you maximize your time in the crater.
  • Scenic Drive: Enjoy the scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley and up into the highlands of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Mid-Morning:

  • Crater Descent: Arrive at the crater rim and take in the breathtaking views before descending into the crater. The descent takes about 20-30 minutes.
  • Game Drive: Begin your game drive on the crater floor, where you can expect to see a wide variety of animals, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, rhinos, hippos, and numerous antelope species. The crater’s unique ecosystem supports a dense population of wildlife, offering excellent viewing opportunities.

Late Morning:

  • Lake Magadi: Visit Lake Magadi, a shallow alkaline lake on the crater floor, known for its flamingos and other waterbirds. This is a great spot for birdwatching and photography.
  • Hippo Pool: Stop by the hippo pool to observe these large mammals wallowing in the water.

Midday:

  • Picnic Lunch: Enjoy a packed picnic lunch at a designated picnic site within the crater. Relax and take in the stunning surroundings while listening to the sounds of the wildlife.

Afternoon:

  • Leisurely Game Drive: Continue your game drive, exploring different areas of the crater floor. Look out for predators like lions, hyenas, and the elusive black rhinoceros.
  • Crater Ascent: In the late afternoon, ascend back to the crater rim, enjoying the panoramic views one last time.

Late Afternoon:

  • Return Drive: Begin the drive back to Arusha, with a chance to reflect on the incredible experiences of the day.
  • Hotel Drop-Off: Arrive back at your hotel in Arusha by early evening (around 6:00 PM).

Highlights:

  • Witness the dense wildlife population of the Ngorongoro Crater
  • See the Big Five in one of the unique safari settings in the world
  • Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views from the crater rim
  • Picnic lunch in a stunning natural setting
  • Birdwatching at Lake Magadi

Tips:

  • Wear comfortable clothing and sturdy shoes suitable for walking.
  • Bring a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen to protect against the sun.
  • Don’t forget your camera or binoculars for wildlife and birdwatching.
  • Pack a light jacket, as it can be cool in the early morning and late afternoon.

A day tour to the Ngorongoro Crater offers a compact yet comprehensive safari experience, showcasing this remarkable natural wonder’s rich biodiversity and stunning landscapes.

Duration

1 day

From

$350.00

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Day Itinerary

Included

  • Park entrance fees
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for game viewing
  • Picnic lunch
  • Bottled water
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Excluded

  • Optional activities (e.g., canoeing safari)
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips
  • Flights

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Our overall experience - described under Review tips We were two families consisting of six adults. The trip was very well organized with a lot of personal care. The hotel / camp tents we stayed in Manyara, Serengeti and Ngorangoro were in scenic locations and had good amenities. The driver cum guide of the van was very pleasant and very knowledgeable about the different birds and animals. We were therefore able to spot all the big five (rhino from a distance, but all others at close quarters). Needless to say we thoroughly enjoyed the trip. The cost was also reasonable and I would therefore highly recommend
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A great experience of Eastern african game parks, best value for money! Gonna Safaris provided a truly memorable experience on this tour of Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro. This was a four day tour, starting and ending in Arusha. We were a party of four, comprising of two families. We flew into Arusha on the first morning and were met at the airport by Ms Halimaa, from the tour operators. We left for Tarangire in short order in the Safari jeep, a Toyota landcruiser in top condition. Our driver, Mr Deryck, was excellent company besides being a first-class driver. The weather stayed good throughout. We covered Tarangire on day 1, Serengeti (via Ngorongoro) on Day2 and day 3, and Ngorongo on Day 4, to return to Arusha by the evening of day 4. We were again met by Ms Halimaa, who guided us to a nice restaurant for dinner, since we had the time, before dropping us in Kilimanjaro for our return flight. Thanks to the immaculate planing by the tour operators, we saw just about every animal we were told to expect/not to expect, in the three parks. And almost all of them at close quarters. The Landcruiser had onboard wifi, and the arrangements for stay were excellent on all three nights, with the people in the camping sites being extremely courteous and welcoming. About the only difficulty we had, being vegans, were with the food in a couple of places, but even those were minor and we were able to adjust. I would rate this as one of the best organised tours I have undertaken, and great value for money.
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Best Safari experience ever ! You will have an amazing experience. Everything is perfectly organized ! Goanna Safari is unique and with Damian as your guide you will be entertained ! He will make you feel at home and has A LOT of knowledge about animals. You will have delicious food during the safari. There is nothing bad to say about GOANNA SAFARI ! The most amazing guide and safari tour is waiting for u !
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Exceptional safari experience!! This was a great family safari experience with kids. The tour was very well organized by Halima. She helped us in planning the safari and guiding us with all our questions we had. Our safari driver/guide Wilson was very friendly and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend Goanna Safaris to everyone planning a visit to Tanzania.
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