Some of the greatest wildlife locations in Africa are found in Tanzania, while Ngorongoro Crater is one of the greatest places where you can go on safari. This place is unique for its magnificent scenery, plentiful wildlife, and stunning views. For people who wish to have a safari in Northern Tanzania, Ngorongoro Crater Safari Tours are the best choice.
If you are thinking about having a safari in Tanzania, Ngorongoro Crater will certainly be a good location to choose. No matter whether you wish to spend only a few days there or plan a longer safari including such parks as Serengeti, Tarangire, or Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro is worth including in your plans.
Why Visit Ngorongoro Crater?
The Ngorongoro Crater is an outstanding volcanic caldera that is situated in the north part of Tanzania. The enclosed environment provides an amazing possibility to view various species of wildlife in different habitats such as grasslands, wetlands, forests, and waters of Lake Magadi.
There are many kinds of animals that live in the crater because of the abundance of various flora. People can see wildebeests, zebras, buffaloes, elephants, hippos, gazelles, warthogs and other herbivorous species. Lions, hyenas, cheetahs, jackals, leopards and others are predators living there. The black rhinoceros is also a rare representative of the Ngorongoro Crater.
The most unforgettable moment of the visit is the descent from the crater’s rim to the crater’s floor, as the landscape changes a lot. There are many photo-opportunities in the descent. It is recommended to take some time at the Crater Viewpoint to observe the panoramic view of the crater and after start the descent.
What to Expect on a Ngorongoro Safari
In general, the ngorongoro crater safari is based on game drive in the crater area. Based on your itinerary, you may begin your journey from Moshi or Arusha towards Ngorongoro Highlands and then reach the conservation area.
It is common for travelers to set off very early in the morning. This will give you the opportunity to make full use of your game viewing time. In addition, a guide will assist in animal identification, their behavior and other facts about them that are worth learning but can be difficult to see.
Due to the variety of habitats inside the crater, a game drive may give you several types of experiences. Open plains are best suited for observing grazers and hunters, while wetlands may be filled with hippos and birds. Lake Magadi, an alkaline lake inside the crater, can be home for flamingos and birds.
Travelers who have little time for visiting the destination can opt for ngorongoro crater day tour. If you prefer having more time, then you can combine Ngorongoro with other destinations in one itinerary.
Best Time to Visit Ngorongoro Crater
While Ngorongoro can be visited all-year round, June to October (dry season) is often considered as one of the best seasons to visit the crater since the foliage at this time is relatively thinner and the animals concentrate in areas where water sources are available.
The green season of November to May offers its own set of benefits, such as beautiful landscapes, fewer people to contend with, and great chances of bird watching. The months of January and February are highly important for people who wish to visit the Northern Safari Circuit in Tanzania due to the calving season of wildebeests in the Serengeti.
In conclusion, the best season of visiting Ngorongoro will depend on many factors including one’s preferences, budget, and scenery amongst others.
Combine Ngorongoro with Other Tanzania Destinations
One of the great benefits of Ngorongoro Crater Safari Tours planning is that there is an opportunity to combine tours around the crater with other famous places in northern Tanzania.
It can be a multi-day itinerary with stops in Serengeti National Park, which is known for amazing landscapes and predators. The famous Tarangire National Park can also be visited. There are lots of elephants, baobab trees, and various animals here. You can visit Lake Manyara for its amazing landscapes and unique wildlife and even tree-climbing lions.
Keys Tours has lots of different itineraries where you can combine Ngorongoro with such places as Serengeti, Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Lake Natron, and Lake Eyasi.
Why Choose Keys Tours for Your Safari?
The elements needed to plan a safari include travel means, accommodation, park entry, game drives, and itinerary planning. It is wise to work with a competent tour guide for your trip.
Keys Tours is a family business based in Tanzania. They deal in safari tours, trekking to Kilimanjaro, day tours, culture tours, and customized vacations.
Their approach to safaris involves having experienced guides, custom-made itineraries, and good value for money, and assistance to travelers. They also claim that their safari and Kilimanjaro guides have Wilderness First Responder certification, and they attend various workshops on a regular basis.
All this can come in handy when planning an itinerary based on your travel dates, choice of accommodation, group size, and type of safari you prefer.
Plan Your Ngorongoro Adventure
Your Tanzania safari will be very successful once you select an itinerary that best suits your travel intentions. In case you intend to see as many animals as possible during your safari, it is advisable to go for Ngorongoro-Serengeti itinerary. For the short stay in Tanzania, the Ngorongoro-only itinerary or even ngorongoro crater day tour is recommended.
While planning your safari, you need to look at various factors such as time of travel, duration of the safari, accommodation options, and mode of transport, among others.
Final Thoughts
The Ngorongoro Crater is all about scenic beauty, wildlife, and fantastic safari experiences rolled into one place. The whole safari adventure is filled with memorable events from the stunning view at the crater rim down to the rich fauna and flora at the crater bottom.
No matter if you want to book yourself a brief safari adventure at Ngorongoro or you wish to combine it with trips to Serengeti, Tarangire, and Lake Manyara, the location can well become the highlight of your visit to Tanzania. Get the experienced local safari guides of Keys Tours to help you organize a memorable safari experience in Tanzania.
Ready to discover the wildlife and the unique scenery at Ngorongoro Crater? Contact Keys Tours to arrange your safari adventure at Ngorongoro Crater.
FAQS
1. What can I see at Ngorongoro Crater?
There are lions, elephants, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, hippos, and rarely black rhinos.
2. How long should I spend in Ngorongoro?
A day should be enough for the crater while two to three days allow you to have enough time to visit other safari destinations.
3. What is the best period to visit?
The best period would be June to October when it comes to seeing animals, whereas the green period is ideal when it comes to landscape and birds.
4. Is it possible to include Ngorongoro and Serengeti on one trip?
Yes. Both Ngorongoro and Serengeti can be visited together during your Tanzania safari tour.
