Ngorongoro Crater Day Trip

Explore the Garden of Eden and Home of Africa's Big Five

Ngorongoro Crater Wildlife Safari

About Ngorongoro Day Trip

The Ngorongoro Crater is widely recognized as one of the natural wonders of the world. Formed by a massive volcanic explosion millions of years ago, the collapsed caldera has evolved into a breathtaking natural sanctuary supporting almost all large mammalian species found in East Africa.

It is notably one of the best places in Tanzania to view the legendary Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and the critically endangered black rhinoceros—all within a single spectacular game-viewing arena.

Trip Details & Itinerary

Your adventure starts early in the morning with a prompt pickup from your hotel by your professional guide from Trekking Marshals Adventure. Enjoy a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Descend over 600 meters down into the crater floor for an action-packed game drive. Surrounded by steep volcanic walls, you will encounter vast herds of wildebeest, zebras, gazelles, majestic elephants, and hopefully catch a glimpse of the rare black rhino. Enjoy a picnic lunch by a scenic hippo pool before continuing your wildlife exploration, ascending the crater rim late afternoon, and driving back to Moshi.

  • Ngorongoro Crater conservation and entry fees
  • Professional safari guide services
  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle equipped with a pop-up roof
  • Delicious picnic lunch box
  • Bottled mineral drinking water throughout the trip
  • Round-trip hotel transfers from Moshi

Exclusions:

  • Personal items (cameras, visas, travel insurance)
  • Alcoholic beverages and extra soft drinks
  • Pre/post safari accommodation and airport transfers (available on request)
  • Tips for your driver-guide (recommended industry standard: ~$20 to $30 per vehicle group per day)

Suggestions on What to Bring:

  • Camera with telephoto lens, binoculars, and extra batteries
  • Sunglasses, sun hat, and sunscreen
  • Warm fleece or jacket (the crater rim can be chilly in the morning)
  • Insect repellent and comfortable casual safari clothes
Trip Pricing
Group Size Rate / Person
1 Person $695
2 - 4 People $480
5+ People $345
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