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Ngorongoro Crater

A huge old volcano, 600 m deep and 20 km wide, full of animals. It is one of the best places in Africa to see the black rhino and all of the Big Five in one day.

Best time to go

All year. June to October is dry and easiest for game viewing.

What you will see

  • Black rhino
  • Lions on the crater floor
  • Flamingos on Lake Magadi
  • Picnic by the hippo pool

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Trips

Our trips to Ngorongoro Crater

Wildlife safaris · Easy

3-Day Classic Serengeti Safari

Big cats in the Serengeti plus a morning in the Ngorongoro Crater — the classic short safari.

From US$1,440 per person, 2 sharing
Climb + safari + beach · Moderate

9-Day Safari & Hiking Adventure

Climb Mount Meru, then rest your legs on a safari in Tarangire, the Serengeti and Ngorongoro.

From US$4,890 per person, 2 sharing
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