The crater’s floor is a self-contained ecosystem teeming with diverse wildlife, offering some of the best game viewing opportunities in Africa. Here, you can spot elephants, lions, leopards, rhinos, and buffalo, along with a myriad of other species, including zebras, wildebeests, and flamingos along the crater’s lakes. The rich grasslands, swamps, and forests provide sustenance for a wide variety of animals, making it a year-round safari destination. The Big Five are often seen in a single game drive, and the crater’s unique topography allows for close-up wildlife encounters like no other place in the world.
With its dramatic landscapes, abundance of wildlife, and cultural encounters with the Maasai who live nearby, the Ngorongoro Crater offers an unforgettable safari experience in the heart of Tanzania.
