The Ngorongoro Crater is a popular safari destination located in northern Tanzania. It is a unique conservation area and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for its stunning scenery and diverse wildlife. The crater was formed millions of years ago when a large volcano erupted and collapsed in on itself, forming a massive caldera. It is surrounded by high walls and is home to a variety of ecosystems, including grasslands, forests, and wetlands.
At 6:00 am, your guide will pick you up from your lodging in Arusha or Moshi and give you a briefing on the day's activities. On our 4:30 a.m. departure from Moshi, your eyes will be opened to the beauty and colour of Tanzanian land. The road will first pass through Moshi's town as it heads toward Arusha, allowing you to observe everyday Tanzanian life. Then it will continue through coffee plantations and Maasai plains; you may even see Maasai herdsmen searching for better pastures for their herds of cows and goats. Your Amazon Safaris tour guide will keep you updated on all the pertinent information and what to anticipate on this particular day.
Ngorongoro Crater is the land of many elephants, so keep your eyes open to see this large mammal. Ngorongoro crater has a high number of animals: 15,000 wildebeest, 9000 zebras, 400 hyenas, about 120 lions, and around 50 highly endangered species of black rhinos. The crater has a good number of birds, which include the augur buzzard, rufous-tailed weaver, fan-tailed widowbird, and anteater chat. The water sources in the crater may be one of the reasons the animals are glued to the area. After a long day of game viewing, we will retire to Moshi or Arusha for dinner and a night’s rest at your hotel. End of Tanzania safari day trips to Ngorongoro Crater