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- 67 Ngorongoro tour packages with 141 reviews
- Ngorongoro National Park Tour Reviews
- Travel Ngorongoro National Park your way
- Best tour companies for Ngorongoro National Park tours
- Ngorongoro National Park tours for every group
- Top Ngorongoro National Park travel itineraries to fit your plans
- Demographics
- Best time to visit Ngorongoro National Park
- Ngorongoro National Park travel guides - curated by our experts
- Contact our Ngorongoro National Park travel experts
- What our customers ask about Ngorongoro Tours & Trips
67 Ngorongoro tour packages with 141 reviews
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7 Days PRIVATE Best of Tanzania Safari ** Departing Everyday ** Sustainable approach to travel, Travelife Certified
24 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Tanzania is a beautiful place and we were lucky to go with Mustapha as our guide. World Adventure Tours was incredible from the first contact.”
Stefan, traveled in August
The majestic Ngorongoro Crater's UNESCO site beckons with game drives and walking safaris. Ngorongoro Wild Camp provides accommodation overlooking the crater rim. Wildlife viewing includes rare black rhinos while expert guides share conservation insights.
Duration 7 days Destinations Moshi, Arusha, Lake Manyara, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Mto Wa Mbu, Tarangire National Park Age Range 5 to 80 year olds Operated in English, German, French, Spanish, Chinese, Dutch Operator World Adventure Tours From
- US$2,515
Cheetah Classic Adventure Safari in Tanzania **Sustainable Approach to Travel
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It is always fulfilling and adventurous to travel with this company who offer personalized trips!”
Elja, traveled in April
Black rhinos and black-manned lions roam freely in Ngorongoro Crater's sanctuary. Ngorongoro Safari Lodge offers views overlooking the crater floor. Flamingos gather at the lake, complementing full-board meals and expert-guided game drives.
Duration 6 days Destinations Kilimanjaro, Moshi, Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Ikoma, Serengeti National Park Age Range 1 to 90 year olds Operated in English, German, French, Spanish Operator World Adventure Tours From
- US$2,095
Serengeti Trail (8 destinations)
99 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Safety was always held as a priority. The group was so taken care of and ensured all our needs were met.”
Nicole, traveled in December
The UNESCO-listed Ngorongoro Crater shelters endangered black rhinos amid dense wildlife populations. Game drives in specialized 4x4 vehicles cross the crater floor, revealing diverse ecosystems. Nearby campsites with basic facilities offer an authentic African wilderness experience.
Duration 8 days Destinations Nairobi, Amboseli National Park, Mto Wa Mbu, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Karatu, Arusha Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From $2,625
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The wildlife paradise of Ngorongoro Crater houses trapped zebras, lions, and rhinos. Mount Makarot offers summit hikes while gentle trails overlook Lake Eyasi. Activities include expert guides, afternoon game drives, and stays in picturesque highland accommodations.
Duration 19 days Destinations Nairobi, Nanyuki, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Arusha, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Serengeti National Park, Gombe National Park, Kigoma, Dar es Salaam Age Range 18 to 90 year olds Operator G Adventures From $17,499
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The world's largest intact caldera at Ngorongoro Crater offers unparalleled wildlife viewing. Expert guides lead black rhino and lion tracking, with stays at nearby Acacia Farm Lodge. Daily game drives in this UNESCO-listed area guarantee Big Five sightings.
Duration 3 days Destinations Arusha, Ngorongoro Conservation Area Age Range 8 to 100 year olds Operator Primate World Safaris (U) Ltd From
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Ngorongoro National Park Tour Reviews
- 7 Days PRIVATE Best of Tanzania Safari ** Departing Everyday ** Sustainable approach to travel, Travelife Certified
My family of 5 (3 kids, my husband and I) did the Northern Tanzania Safari by World Adventure Tours and had the experience of our lifetime. I found this company as I was searching the web for tour operators in Tanzania and when I wrote to them I got a very comprehensive quote from them. Their offer for safari included accommodation in the premier Tanzania Wildcamps and upon crosschecking with Tanzania Wildcamps they confirmed the partnership. Our safari itinerary with Moses our guide was better than great. Moses is an exceptional guide combining many years experience guiding in the parks with his easy going and friendly nature. The number of animals that he managed to show us is just insane! The game drives were full of adventure and the lodges luxurious making it the dream holiday. My kids loved Serengeti Safari Lodge very much because of the pool, wonderful location and breathtaking views! If you are looking for adventure and luxury without having to break your bank I recommend that you talk World Adventure Tours
- Cheetah Classic Adventure Safari in Tanzania **Sustainable Approach to Travel
Our trip to Tanzania with WAT was an incredible experience overall. We had Flavian as our guide, he is very capable and experienced. He contributed a great deal to the success of our safari. We got to see many different animals in all the parks that we visited. There were large herds of elephants in Tarangire, we encountered lions in Ngorongoro, Serengeti and Ikoma, Rhinos in Ngorongoro plus huge populations of Zebras, wildebeest, antelopes... We loved the camps and lodges that we were booked in. Quite nice and suited for safari. I highly recommend WAT!
- Serengeti Trail (8 destinations)
If you are looking for a safari and OK to take a break from the creature comforts, this is the trip to take! From watching the sunset over Lake Victoria to listening to lions roar from our tent in the Serengeti, this was definitely a trip I will not soon forget.
Travel Ngorongoro National Park your way
The Ngorongoro Crater is a UNESCO World Heritage site and is one of the greatest natural spectacles with its magical setting and high density of animals. As part of the Northern Circuit of Tanzania this conversation area ensures a safari adventure rich in wildlife and wonder.
Tanzania's wildlife tours typically run 6-8 days starting from Arusha, with early morning departures that help you make the most of prime animal viewing hours. You'll spend full days exploring Tarangire's elephant herds and towering baobabs, watching life unfold across the Serengeti plains and discovering the rich ecosystem down on the Ngorongoro Crater floor. Our travelers really value the stops at local projects like Shanga, where you can meet disabled artisans and learn about their work. Many tours mix wildlife viewing with cultural experiences, including visits to Maasai communities where you'll learn about their daily routines and traditions. TourRadar customers often mention how much they appreciate the guides' expertise, particularly their knack for positioning vehicles just right to capture perfect wildlife viewing angles.
Select from our extensive range of 56 fully guided tours to enjoy a worry-free experience through Ngorongoro National Park with our expert guides leading the way.
Explore a wide diversity of jeep & 4wd tours through Ngorongoro National Park. We have 25 adventures that vary from 3 days to 19 days. With the greatest number of departures in March, this is also the most popular time of the year.
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39 tours in Ngorongoro National ParkExplore a wide diversity of group tours through Ngorongoro National Park. We have 39 adventures that vary from 3 days to 58 days. With the greatest number of departures in June, this is also the most popular time of the year.
Small Group
22 tours in Ngorongoro National ParkThe small-group safaris at Ngorongoro deliver intimate wildlife experiences that our TourRadar customers consistently praise. During 8-day overland trips, travelers camp beneath starlit African skies, listening to wildlife sounds echoing through the night. A sought-after route weaves through Lake Victoria, Serengeti and also Ngorongoro, where groups of 7-8 travelers share spotting stories and laughter during game drives. The 3-day highland treks take a different approach - you'll walk along crater rims with experienced rangers, spend time in Maasai settlements at Nainokanoka village, and trek 4-6 hours to reach Empakaii Crater's flamingo-dotted lake. East African combination tours connect wildlife viewing with cultural depth - travelers learn traditional hunting from Hadzabe bushmen, participate in local family cooking sessions, and explore with Maasai guides who share generations of knowledge about their ancestral lands. With small groups, vehicles can maneuver for prime wildlife viewing spots while guides take time explaining animal behavior, ecosystem connections and also local traditions in rich detail.
Private / Personalized
27 tours in Ngorongoro National ParkPrivate safaris give you real freedom to explore at your own pace. Our guides like Moses, Daniel and also Obed get constant praise from TourRadar customers - they know exactly where to find animals and can spot them from amazing distances. These tours take you through Lake Manyara National Park to see those famous tree-climbing lions, then give you proper time in the Serengeti for the wildebeest migration. The best part is how flexible everything is - if you find something interesting, you can stay longer, and if you're ready to move on, you just go. There's great cultural stuff too - you can visit Maasai villages, try some local Chagga banana beer and watch Makonde woodcarvers at work. Having your own vehicle and guide means you can focus on what interests you most instead of following someone else's schedule.
Top Ngorongoro National Park travel itineraries to fit your plans
The 3-day Ngorongoro tours give you solid wildlife experiences without a long time commitment. You'll spend full days tracking the Big Five in the crater, with guides who know exactly where to find black rhinos and resident lion prides. There's also a nice alternative that takes you walking along the crater rim before spending time with Maasai families in Nainokanoka village and exploring the quieter Empakaii Crater where pink flamingos gather at the lake. For a bit more variety, one tour connects three parks - you'll see Tarangire's elephants, Lake Manyara's unusual tree-climbing lions and finally Ngorongoro's diverse wildlife.
Seven-day private safaris really let you dig into northern Tanzania's highlights. Landing at Kilimanjaro Airport, you'll first explore Lake Manyara's varied landscapes, where tree-climbing lions lounge in branches and olive baboons keep things lively. TourRadar customers like how flexible these tours are - you can choose between learning about ancient humans at Olduvai Gorge or visiting a Maasai community. You'll spend several days watching the great wildebeest migration in Serengeti before heading down into Ngorongoro Crater. Our travelers often mention loving the local experiences, like tasting Chagga tribe banana beer and browsing the busy markets in Mto wa Mbu village.
TourRadar recommends visiting:
Kilimanjaro, Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara, Karatu, Ndutu Lake, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Eyasi, Lake Natron
Demographics
Private safaris work beautifully for couples since we can adjust the pace just for two. The 7-day Wildlife Safari gets great feedback from pairs who love the romantic feel of places like Acacia Farm Lodge, where you can watch the sun drop behind the crater rim together. Our Bush to Beach tour combines wildlife viewing with lazy days in Zanzibar - it's ideal when you want both wild encounters and quiet beach time together. TourRadar customers often tell us about those special morning drives when mist hangs over the crater and it's perfectly quiet, followed by private picnics out in the bush. Our guides know all the quiet spots away from other vehicles where you can really take in what it means to be out here in wild Africa together.
Young adults tend to choose Tanzania's longer safari circuits, especially the 13-day northern parks route that blends wildlife viewing with time to unwind in Zanzibar. The experience begins in Arusha National Park with intimate forest walks before moving to Lake Manyara, where visitors often spot tree-climbing lions and explore the lake edges on foot. Our TourRadar customers consistently highlight the active pace of these tours, with waterfall treks, traditional Maasai village visits and explorations through Stone Town's winding streets. The 5-day walking safari option delivers pure adventure through the crater highlands, where travelers tackle challenging hikes at Olmoti and Empakaai, camping under starlit skies near lakes dotted with flamingos. The social dynamics at bush camps and shared moments tracking wildlife naturally bring travelers together, while stops at places like the Shanga Community Project add deeper cultural dimensions beyond typical game drives. The walking components give visitors a more intimate connection to the landscape than traditional vehicle safaris, letting them feel every contour of Tanzania's diverse terrain.
Our longer classic safaris give seniors an ideal blend of comfort and wildlife experiences. The northern parks tour spans 13 days, letting you properly settle into each location with game viewing around Lake Manyara, the sweeping Serengeti plains, and also Ngorongoro Crater. Our TourRadar seniors tell us they love how the tour flows naturally - with morning game drives balanced against quiet afternoons at places like Highview Hotel and Ngorongoro Safari Lodge. The shorter 8-day option moves along similar routes but weaves in cultural touches that seniors connect with deeply, including time in Maasai villages and the artisan workshops at Shanga. Both safari options come with guides who know exactly how to position vehicles for the best views without tackling rough terrain, while the lodges we've selected sit in prime spots overlooking wildlife areas, with easy access and all the comforts you need. Private safaris work beautifully here, as guides can match the pace to what works for you while getting you those perfect views of elephants, lions and also rhinos across the crater landscapes.
Our longer safari tours really work well for families exploring Ngorongoro. The 13-day northern parks experience gives everyone time to settle into safari life naturally, balancing game drives with quiet moments at the lodges. Kids love getting out on foot around Lake Manyara to spot flamingos and baboons up close, and there's always time for a swim after morning activities. The 7-day classic route is another solid choice - our TourRadar customers tell us their children connect well with the guides, who take time explaining animal behaviors in ways that make sense to young minds. We use family-friendly spots like Highview Hotel and Ngorongoro Safari Lodge, where parents say their kids spend hours watching elephants and giraffes right from the lodge.
Solo Travelers44 tours- Couples5 tours All tours for Couples
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Best time to visit Ngorongoro National Park
- Spring 2025
Spring brings clear skies and pleasant temperatures to Ngorongoro. Many of our travelers go for the 6-day Tanzania taste tour, which nicely mixes wildlife and culture. You'll spend time at the Shanga Community Project, watch Tarangire's elephant herds and explore the crater thoroughly. The 3-day highland trek is another good pick - you walk the crater rim with rangers, visit Maasai communities and might catch flamingos at Empakaii Crater lake. Our TourRadar customers often mention that spring gives you the best crater floor visibility, which photographers and wildlife watchers really appreciate.
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- Summer 2025
Summer tours make the most of the dry season's wildlife viewing. The 8-day Serengeti Trail gets great feedback from our customers who enjoy camping in the parks - they often talk about drifting off to sleep while listening to nocturnal animals. Early morning drives really deliver, and you can add balloon safaris over the plains. The guides excel at following the wildebeest migration this time of year, and you'll have plenty of opportunities to watch the impressive numbers of predators and prey in the crater.
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- Fall / Autumn 2025
Fall is prime time for wildlife as animals gather near water sources. The Serengeti Trail stays popular - our TourRadar customers specifically mention how the guides know exactly where to position vehicles for optimal viewing. If you're short on time but want to experience the crater's unique ecosystem, the 3-day Ngorongoro focus tour fits well. Hikers find ideal autumn conditions on the highland trek, exploring the crater rim and nearby highlands, with good chances to spot leopards in the early hours. World Adventure Tours has built quite a reputation in Tanzania - our travelers keep telling us about their safari guides going well beyond expectations. Moses, Daniel, Obed, Joseph, Sam and also Mushi really understand the wildlife patterns and always seem to get their groups to the right spots at the right times. They've mastered tracking the Big Five and know exactly where to position vehicles for the wildebeest migration. The accommodation side is handled beautifully by Zara Properties, who run the camps and lodges in Ngorongoro and the Serengeti. Our guests often mention how nice it is to return to comfortable beds and hot showers after a full day exploring. The camps blend authentic safari atmosphere with proper amenities, and the staff there really look after everyone. The guides' deep knowledge comes through in how they explain animal behavior and ecosystems - they'll point out subtle details like bird calls that signal nearby predators or tracks that tell stories of overnight activity. They're also great at adjusting routes based on recent wildlife movements and weather conditions. This practical expertise paired with Zara's well-placed properties means visitors get both amazing wildlife encounters and a genuinely comfortable base. It's a combination that works particularly well for people who want real safari immersion without roughing it too much.
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- Winter 2025 / 2026
Winter offers some excellent safari choices across Ngorongoro. Our most visited option runs 13 days, blending northern Tanzania's parks with relaxing beach time in Zanzibar - it works perfectly when you're looking to escape cold weather. You'll get your wildlife viewing in the crater first, continue to the Serengeti and then unwind on the coast. There's also a solid 8-day classic safari taking you through Lake Manyara, Serengeti and also Ngorongoro. Our TourRadar customers really love those early morning crater descents - that's when animals are most active and the light makes for great photos. If you're pressed for time, the 3-day Ngorongoro focus tour lets you properly explore the crater's ecosystem at a comfortable pace.
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Ngorongoro National Park travel guides - curated by our experts
Ngorongoro Crater: History & Facts You Need to Know
Before embarking on a journey to Ngorongoro Conservation Area read all facts about the size, history, and wildlife (including 50+ tour reviews).
Ngorongoro Crater Location & How to Get There
Discover how to get to one of Africa's true wonders: Ngorongoro Crater is located close to Nairobi, Arusha and Kilimanjaro International Airport.
Ngorongoro Maps of Conservation Area & Crater
Plan your trip to Ngorongoro with these three maps of Ngorongoro Conservation Area and the crater including roads and wildlife spots.
12 Most Amazing Ngorongoro Crater Animals to Spot
Ngorongoro Conservation Area and crater is one of the best places to spot wild animals, including the impressive Big Five, in their natural habitat.
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Is Ngorongoro Crater connected to the Serengeti?
While they're neighbors the Ngorongoro Crater is actually its own conservation area right next to Serengeti National Park. You'll catch the incredible Wildebeest Migration in both places from December to March but they're quite different experiences really. The crater's this amazing natural bowl covering 260km² and it's packed with wildlife - you'll find the highest concentration of predators in Africa here plus some rare black rhinos and about 30000 animals. The Serengeti's much bigger spreading out over 14750km² with everything from woodlands to those famous endless plains.
What makes this place so special it's a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
The Ngorongoro area's got this really unique double UNESCO status for both nature and culture. Down on the crater floor you've got this perfectly balanced ecosystem with more than 400 bird species and the highest concentration of big predators you'll find anywhere in Africa. But there's more - they've found amazing human evolution evidence here including these incredible 3.6-million-year-old human footprints at Laetoli. What's really special is how wildlife and Maasai pastoralists have figured out how to live together here - they've been grazing their cattle in the area for hundreds of years.
What kind of local cultural experiences can visitors join in with?
You can really get involved with Maasai life at Nainokanoka village and around the crater rim. There's lots to try - join beadwork workshops learn about traditional cattle blessing ceremonies or go on medicinal plant walks with village elders. If you head to Mto wa Mbu village near the crater you can taste banana beer with the Chagga people and learn local cooking techniques using ingredients from right there.
What are some hidden gems in Ngorongoro beyond the main crater?
About 40km northeast there's this beautiful place called Empakaii Crater where you can hike in peace and watch pink flamingos on the alkaline lake. The Olmoti Crater trek takes 4-6 hours and you'll discover hidden waterfalls and mountain plants you won't see anywhere else. Between the craters there's amazing birdwatching with over 500 different species. The Olduvai Gorge museum's fascinating with all its ancient discoveries and nearby you've got these incredible Shifting Sands - these crescent-shaped dunes made of volcanic ash that actually move across the plains about 17 meters every year.