Tanzania Safari Destination
Ngorongoro Crater
World's largest intact caldera · Big Five · Black rhino
World's largest intact caldera · Big Five · Black rhino
Ngorongoro Crater is the world's largest intact volcanic caldera — a natural amphitheatre spanning 260 km² with walls rising 600 metres from the crater floor. It is one of the best places in Africa to see the Big Five in a single day.
The crater is home to approximately 25,000 large animals, including the rare black rhino, lion, elephant, buffalo and hippo — all living in a self-contained ecosystem that has been called the "Garden of Eden."
Crater Size
260 km²
Wall Height
600 m
Big Five
All Present
Drive From Arusha
~4 hours
Ngorongoro is one of the best places in Tanzania to see the critically endangered black rhino in the wild.
A healthy lion population roams the crater floor, along with leopard, cheetah and hyena.
Some of the largest tusked elephant bulls in East Africa live on the crater floor.
Thousands of flamingos feed in Lake Magadi, the alkaline lake at the crater's centre.
Green season. Beautiful lush scenery, fewer visitors, excellent bird watching.
Dry season. Animals concentrate near water sources. Best time for Big Five viewing.
Due to the crater's permanent water supply, wildlife viewing is excellent all year.
Big Five in one day. Unforgettable views. Expert guide.