Ngorongoro Crater Holidays

Abundant wildlife and breathtaking views

Created by the collapse of a volcano over two million years ago, the extraordinary volcanic landscape of Ngorongoro is rich and fertile – and home to the densest concentration of wildlife in Africa. From its rim, it drops 600m to the crater floor, where wildlife includes black rhino, hippo and a large lion population.

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Ngorongoro Crater Hotels

Our recommendations for the best places to stay in Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

This stone lodge emerges from the hillside on the rim of the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater.

Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge

Located on the eastern rim of the crater with spectacular sunsets.

Gibb's Farm

Tucked away in the rolling Ngorongoro Highlands, this homely guesthouse is a peaceful retreat.

Elewana The Manor at Ngorongoro

Set within a 1500-acre Arabica coffee estate, this elegant stately home brings old-world opulence...

Lemala Ngorongoro

Classic safari tents, an incredible Ngorongoro Crater setting and time spent with local tribes ma...

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Dine in style on the Ngorongoro Crater floor

Enjoy a special bush lunch right on the Ngorongoro Crater floor, surrounded by wildlife. Ngorongoro Tented Camp is just a 15-minute drive from the crater, so you’re usually the first ones there around 6.30am, ready to explore the heritage site’s diverse mix of lakes, forests and plains which are home to a large concentration of wildlife. Before lunch, you'll spend a few hours looking for members of the Big Five, migratory birds and grazing game, not to mention endangered rhinos who thrive on the crater floor.

As you drive into the private picnic spot, you will smell the barbecue cooking. You'll be amazed to see a bar and tables set up for the feast. There’s a range of freshly-cooked hot meat as well as salads and sides to enjoy. As you eat, you’re surrounded by beautiful scenery; swamps where hippos wallow and acacia trees are filled with birds and monkeys.

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