Ngorongoro Crater Group Tour
1 Day Tanzania Budget Day Trip Safari to Ngorongoro Crater | The best Sharing Safari in 2024-2025 | Group Sharing Tour
$250-450 USD
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Safari summary
Experience the breathtaking beauty and rich wildlife of Ngorongoro Crater on this 1-day group joining safari adventure. Departing from Arusha, this day trip takes you to one of Tanzania's most iconic and geologically unique sites. Known as the "Eighth Wonder of the World," Ngorongoro Crater is the world's largest inactive volcanic caldera, providing a stunning backdrop for one of the most diverse wildlife habitats in Africa.
Your journey begins with an early morning departure, ensuring you make the most of your day. After a scenic 3-hour drive, you will arrive at the crater and descend into its depths. The crater floor is home to an astonishing variety of animals, including the Big Five: lions, elephants, leopards, rhinos, and buffaloes. You'll also encounter large herds of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles, as well as hippos lounging in the water.
A picnic lunch within the crater allows you to soak in the unparalleled views and tranquility of this natural wonder. Following lunch, you'll continue your game drive, exploring different parts of the crater and witnessing its unique ecosystem.
This tour is perfect for those with limited time but a desire to see one of Africa's most extraordinary landscapes and wildlife concentrations. By late afternoon, you'll ascend the crater and start your journey back to Arusha, carrying unforgettable memories of a day spent in one of Tanzania's premier wildlife destinations.
About this tour
Tour type | Set-date, set-itinerary, group | |
Main focus | Game drives | |
Activity level | Easy activity | |
Best months | All months | |
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Wildlife sanctuaries
What’s included?
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- Tips and gratuities
Itinerary
Day 1: Arusha to Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater
5:00 AM: Depart from Arusha for Ngorongoro Crater, a 3-hour scenic drive. 8:00 AM: Arrive at Ngorongoro, descend into the crater for a game drive. 10:00 AM: Explore the crater floor, spotting diverse wildlife including lions, rhinos, and hippos. 12:00 PM: Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic spot within the crater. 1:00 PM: Continue the game drive, discovering more of the crater’s unique ecosystem. 4:00 PM: Begin the ascent out of the crater and start the return journey to Arusha.
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