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Ngorongoro Crater Day Trip Safari

About this experience

Experience the magic of Africa in Tanzania with Green Paw Adventures on a thrilling day trip to the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater. Descend 600 meters into a breathtaking volcanic caldera teeming with African wildlife. Spot the legendary Big Five, including the rare black rhino, alongside massive elephant herds and prides of lions.

Your Itinerary:
- Convenient Pickup: Meet your guide at Shoppers Plaza in Arusha, or request a custom hotel pickup (prior notice required).

- The Descent: Ride in an open-roof 4x4 down the crater walls into an ancient natural wonderland.

- Safari Exploration: Track lions, cheetahs, and zebras across the plains, and see pink flamingos at Lake Magadi.

- Picnic Lunch: Enjoy a delicious lunch watching hippos wallow in the cool waters.

- Comfortable Return: Head back to Arusha after an epic day, sharing the journey with your intimate group of 6 to 7 fellow travelers.

At a glance

  • Duration: 10 hr–12 hr

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Ngorongoro Crater Day Trip Safari
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour10 hr–12 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesGerman (live guide), English (live guide), Italian (live guide), French (live guide), Spanish (live guide)

Set aside 10 hr–12 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Safari Vehicle (4*4 wheel drive) - 6 to 7 capacity
  • Safari vehicle
  • All levies and taxes including 18% VAT
  • Visitors
  • Boxes
  • Professional safari driver's wage
  • mineral water
  • Crater fee

Not included

  • Your driver will stop at a coffee shop where there are clean and nice wash rooms so you can use this time to grab anything if you left your homestay or hotel without drinking tea
  • Dinner
  • Accommodation in Arusha
  • Insurance
  • Emmergency
  • Visa & Passport fees
  • Flight tickets
  • Tip & Gratuites to your staff

Itinerary and highlights

A famous National park in Tanzania with the Lake and lions who climb the trees and other wild animals. You will just see it from the view point on your way to Ngorongoro Crater. The driver guide will stop here for you to take some photos.

Meeting and pickup information

  • This supermarket is located nearby and opposite to a local market called KILOMBERO.
  • If our travelers will need a pick up at the hotel we need prior information so that we can arrange accordingly. We are flexible, they can use our contact number to reach us

Languages and tickets

  • German — Guide
  • English — Guide
  • Italian — Guide
  • French — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Green Paw Adventures

Accessibility and practical details

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 10 hr–12 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
If our travelers will need a pick up at the hotel we need prior information so that we can arrange accordingly. We are flexible, they can use our contact number to reach us
Which guide languages are listed?
German (live guide), English (live guide), Italian (live guide), French (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Youth tickets: age 15–29; Adult tickets: age 30+; Senior tickets: age 60+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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