Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater

This short but immersive safari takes you to the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a natural wonder and wildlife haven. Departing from Arusha, you'll travel to the crater rim and settle into a luxury lodge with panoramic views. Enjoy a full-day game drive inside the crater, where you’ll see elephants, lions, rhinos, hippos, and flamingos in a unique self-contained ecosystem. The crater is considered one of the best places in Africa to spot the Big Five in one day. With comfortable accommodation, excellent food, and rich cultural insights into the Maasai community, this 3-day tour is perfect for those short on time but eager for a high-end safari experience.

Day 1: Nairobi – Ngorongoro Crater Arrive Namanga border town. After immigration formalities, continue to Arusha for lunch and to commence your 3 days luxury safari adventures, Proceed to Ngorongoro crater for overnight on the crater rim. Dinner and overnight at the Lodge.

Day 2: Ngorongoro After breakfast, taking a picnic lunch with you, descend 2,000 ft. {670 m} into the crater floor, for full day game viewing. Break for lunch at Ngoitoktok springs picnic site. Ngorongoro is the only place one would expect for sure to see the endangered Rhino. Needless to mention the animal varieties and abundance, the crater also offers colourful birdlife of all distribution. Dinner and overnight at the Lodge.

Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater – Nairobi After breakfast at Ngorongoro, proceed to Arusha arriving in time for lunch. Proceed to Nairobi via Namanga border arriving early evening.

What's Included:

  • 2 nights’ stay at a luxury lodge near Ngorongoro Crater
  • All meals during safari (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof
  • Game drive inside the Ngorongoro Crater
  • Entrance and crater conservation fees
  • English-speaking professional safari guide
  • Drinking water during transfers and drives
  • Pick-up and drop-off from Arusha
  • What's Not Included:

  • Flights and airport transfers outside itinerary
  • Visa fees and personal travel insurance
  • Tips and personal spending
  • Alcoholic beverages and laundry
  • Optional Maasai village visit or cultural tour
  • Accommodation before/after safari unless arranged
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