Ngorongoro Crater Day Trip
Duration: 1 Day
Destination: Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Safari Type: Game Drive Safari (Private or Group)
Starting Point: Arusha or Karatu
Safari Highlights
Game drives on the floor of the Ngorongoro Crater
Chances to spot the Big Five in a single day
Scenic views from the crater rim
Rich birdlife, including flamingos and crowned cranes
UNESCO World Heritage Site
🗓️ Itinerary – One-Day Safari
Morning
Early pick-up from Arusha (approx. 6:00 AM) or Karatu (approx. 8:00 AM)
Scenic drive through the Rift Valley and highlands to the Ngorongoro gate
Brief stop at the crater viewpoint for photo opportunity
Mid-Morning to Afternoon
Descend 600 meters into the crater for a full game drive
Explore forests, grasslands, hippo pools, and soda lakes
Picnic lunch at a designated crater picnic site
Continue game viewing with chances to spot lions, elephants, rhinos, hyenas, and more
Late Afternoon
Ascend the crater and begin return journey to Arusha or Karatu
Drop-off in the evening (around 6:00–7:00 PM)
Safari Booking
✅ What’s Included
Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
Professional English-speaking guide
Ngorongoro Crater park entry and conservation fees
Packed picnic lunch
Bottled water throughout the trip
Hotel pickup and drop-off (Arusha or Karatu)
❌ What’s Not Included
Tips and gratuities
Alcoholic and soft drinks
Personal expenses
Optional Maasai village visit (can be added)