Ngorongoro Crater

‘A jewel in Tanzania’s crown is the wonderous Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s biggest intact volcanic caldera with an incredible diversity & concentration of animals’

Highlights:
  • Indulge in a delicious, packed picnic lunch on the floor or the crater.
  • A walking safari guided by a Maasai around the rim of the crater offers the most incredible views of the scenery.
  • Referred to as ‘Africa’s Garden of Eden’, one can witness the geological splendor of this astonishing landscape.
  • Enjoy a horse-back safari as another mode to discover the beauties of this area.

Need to know

of the Ngorongoro Crater region

best time to visit

From July to September during the dry, peak season. Although if you wish to avoid the crowds, April & May during the rainy seasons provides quieter scenes and lush, green landscapes that are perfect for photography.

Activities to do

Nature walks
Game drives into the crater
Bush picnics in the crater
Maasai cultural interaction
Horseback riding

Currency

Tanzanian Shilling

Favourite dishes

Chipsi mayai translates to “chips and eggs” in Swahili and a favourite comfort food in Tanzania. It is simply a french fry omelette, with a dash of ketchup this is the most delicious breakfast served by outdoor food vendors.

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