3 Days Tanzania African Safari to Ngorongoro Crater
Our 3 Days Tanzania African Safari to Ngorongoro Crater takes you deep into the heart of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, often called the "Garden of Eden" for its incredible biodiversity. Your Tanzania African Safari journey showcases the world's largest intact volcanic caldera, spanning 260 square kilometers and harboring over 25,000 large mammals. This compact yet comprehensive safari provides unparalleled wildlife viewing opportunities in one of Tanzania's most pristine natural environments.
Your Tanzania African Safari to Ngorongoro Crater offers exceptional Big Five wildlife encounters within the crater's unique ecosystem. The crater floor supports an estimated 7,000 wildebeest, 4,000 zebras, 3,000 eland, and 3,000 gazelles year-round, making every Tanzania African Safari game drive incredibly rewarding. Lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, and the rare black rhinoceros call this natural sanctuary home, ensuring your Tanzania African Safari provides world-class wildlife photography opportunities. The crater's alkaline Lake Magadi attracts thousands of flamingos, creating spectacular pink-hued landscapes that define the Tanzania African Safari experience.
This Tanzania African Safari concludes in Arusha, Tanzania's safari capital and gateway to the country's northern circuit attractions. The perfectly planned three-day itinerary maximizes your Tanzania African Safari experience while allowing comfortable exploration of Ngorongoro's diverse habitats. From the crater rim's breathtaking viewpoints to the crater floor's abundant wildlife concentrations, your Tanzania African Safari creates lifelong memories. Experience why Ngorongoro Crater remains one of Africa's premier safari destinations and the crown jewel of any Tanzania African Safari adventure.
Tour highlights
Day 1: Arrival and pick up from Kilimanjaro International Airport, Arusha
Day 2: Transfer to Ngorongoro Crater for a full day Tanzania African Safari game viewing
Day 3: Proceed to final crater exploration and continue with the transfer back to Arusha
Price Includes:
- Park fees for Ngorongoro Conservation Area
- All activities as mentioned in the itinerary
- Ground transport per 4WD custom safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Bottled water in the safari vehicle throughout the journey
- Full board accommodation as mentioned in the itinerary
- Service of an English-speaking professional driver-guide
- Driver allowances and accommodation
- All mentioned activities except for the optional ones
- Crater service fees and taxes
- Government taxes and levies
Price Excludes:
- Tanzania Visa fees
- International and internal flights
- Personal needs such as gratuities, beverages, etc.
- Visa processing fees
- Air ticket costs
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Laundry fees
- Tips for guides and drivers
- Life insurance coverage
- Other drinks apart from water
- Personal travel insurance (recommended)
- Maasai village visits (optional activity)
- Souvenirs and personal purchases
Itinary in details
- Day1Arrival and pick up from Kilimanjaro International Airport, Arusha
Your Tanzania African Safari adventure begins with arrival and pick up from Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha town, the starting point of your incredible Ngorongoro Crater expedition. Upon arrival, our professional English-speaking driver-guide will welcome you and provide a comprehensive briefing about your upcoming Tanzania African Safari experience to one of the world's most remarkable wildlife destinations. The transfer from Kilimanjaro International Airport to your Arusha accommodation takes approximately 1 hour covering 50 kilometers, while pickup from Arusha town is immediate, allowing you to prepare for your Tanzania African Safari adventure. This first day includes optional Arusha city exploration, local market visits, or relaxation at your lodge while anticipating the extraordinary Tanzania African Safari wildlife encounters awaiting you at Ngorongoro Crater tomorrow.
- Day2Transfer to Ngorongoro Crater for a full day Tanzania African Safari game viewing
Transfer to Ngorongoro Crater marks the highlight of your Tanzania African Safari adventure, departing Arusha at 6:00 AM for this UNESCO World Heritage Site and natural wonder of the world. The scenic 190-kilometer journey takes approximately 3.5 hours through the Great Rift Valley and Maasai territories, offering spectacular landscapes that enhance your Tanzania African Safari experience. Upon arrival at Ngorongoro Conservation Area, you'll descend 600 meters into the crater via the winding road, entering what many consider the ultimate Tanzania African Safari destination for Big Five viewing. Your full day crater floor exploration covers approximately 260 square kilometers of diverse habitats including grasslands, forests, swamps, and the alkaline Lake Magadi, making this Tanzania African Safari day an unforgettable wildlife spectacle with guaranteed sightings of lions, elephants, buffalo, leopards, and the rare black rhinoceros.
- Day3Proceed to final crater exploration and continue with the transfer back to Arusha
Proceed to your final Tanzania African Safari exploration of Ngorongoro Crater with an early morning game drive offering different wildlife viewing opportunities and photographic angles. This concluding Tanzania African Safari experience allows you to revisit favorite spots within the crater, seek any missed Big Five species, and enjoy the serene morning atmosphere when animals are most active. Continue with your Tanzania African Safari journey as you ascend from the crater floor back to the rim, taking in panoramic views of this natural amphitheater that has provided such incredible wildlife encounters. The return transfer to Arusha takes 3.5 hours covering 190 kilometers, concluding your remarkable Tanzania African Safari adventure with drop-off at Kilimanjaro International Airport, Arusha Airport, or your preferred Arusha location, carrying unforgettable memories of one of Africa's most concentrated and spectacular wildlife experiences.