Overview
Descend into the world's largest volcanic caldera — an enclosed Eden teeming with lions, elephants, rhinos, flamingos, and the densest wildlife on Earth.
The Ngorongoro Crater is a natural amphitheatre of extraordinary beauty and unmatched wildlife density. This 3-day expedition includes a full day on the crater floor where you'll encounter the Big Five, vast flamingo-lined soda lakes, and Maasai herders who share this land with wild predators. Your luxury lodge perches on the crater rim with staggering views into the caldera below.
Highlights
Your Journey
Day 1
Arusha to Ngorongoro
Drive from Arusha through the Great Rift Valley to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Check into your crater rim lodge and take in the breathtaking views.
Overnight: Crater Rim LodgeMeals: Lunch, DinnerDay 2
Crater Floor Exploration
Descend 600 metres into the crater at dawn. Full-day game drive on the crater floor — lions, elephants, black rhinos, buffalo, and thousands of flamingos on Lake Magadi. Picnic lunch by the hippo pool.
Overnight: Crater Rim LodgeMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerDay 3
Maasai Visit & Return
Morning visit to a Maasai boma on the crater rim. Return drive to Arusha with stops at scenic viewpoints.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Included & Excluded
Included
- Arusha transfers
- All park & crater fees
- Full-board crater rim lodge
- Game drives
- Professional guide & 4x4
- Drinking water
Not Included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Tips
- Alcoholic beverages
Price Per Person
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