Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater, located in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area within the Crater Highlands of northern Tanzania, is renowned as the world’s largest unbroken volcanic caldera. This UNESCO World Heritage Site spans approximately 260 km² and reaches depths of up to 610 meters. The crater floor, situated about 1,800 meters above sea level, is teeming with diverse wildlife, including the Big Five—lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and rhinoceroses. The best time to visit is during the dry season, from June to October, when wildlife is concentrated around water sources, making sightings more frequent and accessible

Size

259 km²

Best time to visit

June to October

Explore Ngorongoro Crater Tours

We craft every Ngorongoro Crater journey with passion, small in scale, rich in detail, and big on unforgettable moments.

4-Day Thrilling Big Five Safari Expedition – With Serena Hotels

4-Day Private safari

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$4530 Per person

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7-Day Tanzania Odyssey Safari – A Journey for the Great Migration

7-Day Private safari

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$5858 Per person

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7-Day Ultimate Big Five Luxury Safari

7-Day Private safari

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$6396 Per person

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5 Days / 4 Nights Ndutu Calving Safari & Ngorongoro Crater Adventure

7-Day Private safari

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$3087 Per person

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5 Days / 4 Nights Ndutu Calving Safari & Ngorongoro Crater Adventure

5-Day Private safari

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$1952 Per person

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8 Days / 7 Nights Exclusive Tanzania Photography Safari – Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Lake Eyasi

8-Day Private safari

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$3652 Per person

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Accommodations found in Ngorongoro Crater

Every property in Ngorongoro Crater has been thoughtfully handpicked, with a focus on intimate settings, warm hospitality, and uncompromising quality.

Mvuli Hotels

Mvuli Hotels – Boutique Comfort in Tanzania Mvuli Hotels is a leading hospitality brand in Tanzania, known for boutique-style stays…

Mid-Range

Naserian Safari Camp

Naserian Safari Camp – Unmatched Access to the Wonders of Ngorongoro Naserian Safari Camp lies deep within the Ngorongoro Conservation…

Ngorongoro Lodge Meliá Collection

Ngorongoro Lodge Meliá Collection – A Natural Wonder in the World’s Largest Volcanic Caldera Ngorongoro Lodge Meliá Collection sits on…

Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge

Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge – Explore the Wonders of Tanzania Discover the wild beauty of Tanzania, where every moment…

Mid-Range

Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge – A Luxury Escape on the Crater’s Edge Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge rests gracefully on the…