NORTHERN CIRCUIT
Ngorongoro Crater
Africa's Garden of Eden
Big 5
All Present
UNESCO
World Heritage
Best: Year-round, best June to September
The Story
Africa's Iconic Wilderness
The Ngorongoro Crater is a large volcanic caldera within the Ngorongoro Conservation Area in Tanzania. The crater, which formed when a large volcano exploded and collapsed on itself two to three million years ago, is 610 metres deep, and its floor covers 260 square kilometres.
It is the world's largest inactive, intact, and unfilled volcanic caldera. The crater is home to approximately 25,000 large animals, including the Big Five.
Why Visit
Destination Highlights
World's largest volcanic caldera
High concentration of Big Five
Black rhino sightings
Maasai culture
Stunning crater views
Wildlife
Animals You'll Encounter
Black RhinoLionElephantBuffaloLeopardFlamingoHippoWildebeest
Planning Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Ngorongoro Crater offers remarkable wildlife viewing year-round, but each season brings its own unique spectacle. The dry season concentrates animals around water sources, while the wet season brings lush landscapes and newborn animals.
Year-round, best June to September
Where to Stay
Ngorongoro Crater Accommodations
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