Destinations / Northern Circuit

Ngorongoro Crater

A volcanic caldera cradling over 25,000 animals, alongside Empakaai Crater, Olmoti Crater, and Olduvai Gorge.

Overview & Wildlife Encounter

Formed when a giant volcano collapsed millions of years ago, the Ngorongoro Crater is the world's largest intact volcanic caldera. Its 600-meter-deep walls shelter a self-contained ecosystem containing grasslands, swamps, acacia forests, and Lake Magadi.

Recommended Experiences

Crater Floor Game Drives

Maasai Boma Cultural Visits

Empakaai Crater Hiking

Rim Walking Safaris

Expert Safari Travel Tips

• Depart your lodge at sunrise (6:00 AM) to descend into the crater early.
• Wear layers; the crater rim is highly elevated and gets cold and misty in the mornings.
• Drones are strictly prohibited without government permits.

Plan Your Visit