Ngorongoro Crater
Descend into the world's largest intact volcanic caldera, a natural wonder teeming with 25,000 large animals including the Big Five. UNESCO World Heritage Site offering the densest wildlife concentration in Africa.
16-19 km
Crater Diameter
600 meters (2,000 ft)
Depth
260 km²
Floor Area
1959
Established
World Heritage Site (1979)
UNESCO Status
25,000+ large animals
Wildlife Density
2,286 meters above sea level
Altitude
Ngorongoro Crater
Step into a lost world where nature thrives in perfect harmony within the crater's walls. The Ngorongoro Crater is one of the most concentrated wildlife areas on Earth, offering virtually guaranteed Big Five sightings in a single day amidst breathtaking scenery.
What Makes It Special
Big Five in one day (guaranteed rhino sightings)
Lake Magadi - soda lake with flamingos
Lerai Forest - fever tree forest
Hippo Pool
Olduvai Gorge - Cradle of Mankind (nearby)
Incredible Wildlife
Home to an extraordinary array of wildlife, Ngorongoro Crater offers unparalleled opportunities to witness nature's most spectacular animals in their natural habitat.
When to Visit
June-September
Dry season - best wildlife viewing
Wildlife: Animals concentrate around water sources
January-February
Green season, newborn animals
Wildlife: Predators hunting vulnerable calves
November-May
Flamingo season
Wildlife: Thousands of flamingos at Lake Magadi
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