3.23°S, 35.57°E
Ngorongoro Crater
A wildlife eden inside an ancient volcanic caldera.
Overview
The Ngorongoro Conservation Area spans vast expanses of highland plains, savanna, savanna woodlands and forests. Established in 1959 as a multiple land use area, with wildlife coexisting with semi-nomadic Maasai pastoralists practicing traditional livestock grazing, it includes the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, the world's largest caldera.
Highlights
- Highest density of lions in the world
- Best place to see Black Rhinos
- Spectacular crater views
- Maasai Cultural Bomas
- Lerai Fever Tree Forest
Key Facts
GeographyA deep volcanic crater (caldera) with a salt lake (Lake Magadi) at its center.
Top ActivitiesGame Drives, Crater Rim Walks, Maasai Village Visits, Olduvai Gorge Tour
Map of Ngorongoro Crater
Wildlife
Black Rhino
Medium Chance
Lion
High Chance
Hyena
High Chance
Flamingo
High Chance
Elephant
Medium Chance
Hippo
High Chance
Best Time to Visit
4/5
Jan
Green and lush. Good birding.
4/5
Feb
Wildflowers bloom. Migrant birds present.
3/5
Mar
Rainy season begins.
3/5
Apr
Heavy rains. Low crowds.
3/5
May
Rains decreasing.
5/5
Jun
Cool and dry. Peak season begins.
5/5
Jul
Dry season. Easy to spot wildlife.
5/5
Aug
Dry season. High visitor numbers.
5/5
Sep
Dry and pleasant.
4/5
Oct
Short rains may vary.
4/5
Nov
Short rains.
4/5
Dec
Green scenery returns.
Peak Season
Excellent
Good / Fair
Wet Season
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