Ngorongoro Crater

Why Choose Ngorongoro Crater?

The Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania’s iconic safari destination, is an essential part of your journey with Licaon Tours & Safaris. As the best place in Tanzania to witness the ‘Big Five,’ it promises an unforgettable safari experience. Despite its popularity, it remains one of the world’s most astounding natural wonders.

Exploring the Ngorongoro Crater with Licaon Tours & Safaris

Essential Stop in Northern Tanzania: A trip to Northern Tanzania wouldn’t be complete without the Ngorongoro Crater. It’s a remarkable place to connect with the Maasai people and stands as one of the world’s most stunning natural wildlife safari sites.

Choosing Your Stay: At the Ngorongoro Crater, where you stay matters. Opt for a hotel on the Crater rim for breathtaking views. The Ngorongoro Crater Lodge is a world-class choice, offering the best of the Crater rim experience. If you’re looking for more affordable options, consider Serena and Sopa lodges, both providing equally stunning views of the Crater floor. Keep in mind that they are larger, older hotels.

Highlands Retreat in Karatu: Alternatively, venture away from the Crater rim to nearby Karatu in the highlands. Here, you’ll find small coffee plantations and guesthouses. They offer a charm that’s hard to resist, even without the iconic Ngorongoro views. Among the best choices are The Plantation Lodge and Gibbs Farm.

Ngorongoro Crater: Nature’s Masterpiece
The Ngorongoro Crater and its surrounding highlands form one of Africa’s most breathtaking regions. Here, volcanic craters create stunning backdrops for some of Africa’s richest grazing grounds. Among these, the Ngorongoro Crater stands out—the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera, housing the highest density of big game in Africa. Its 600-metre high walls enclose a volcanic floor where the ‘Big Five’ roam freely, making it one of the continent’s most celebrated safari destinations.

What Wildlife Will You Encounter in Ngorongoro Crater?

The Ngorongoro Crater is your best bet in Tanzania to witness the ‘Big Five.’ Keep an eye out for black rhinos and some of the largest tusker elephants remaining in Africa. In addition to these treasures, the Crater teems with lion, leopard, hyena, wildebeest, buffalo, zebra, serval cat, cheetah, jackal, Grant’s and Thompson’s gazelle, flamingo, bat-eared foxes, and approximately 400 bird species.

When to Visit Ngorongoro Crater?

The Ngorongoro Crater is a year-round delight, with its wildlife staying in the crater throughout the year. While there’s no bad time to visit, the low season months have fewer vehicles on the crater floor, enhancing your experience. Keep in mind that more water in Lake Magadi (in the centre of the Crater) results in higher flamingo concentrations, adding an extra layer of beauty to your visit.