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Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater

A natural amphitheatre filled with wildlife.

The world's largest intact volcanic caldera is home to around 25,000 animals, including black rhino, lion and huge herds of zebra and wildebeest.

  • Crater floor game drive
  • Black rhino
  • Olduvai Gorge
  • Maasai highlands
Add Ngorongoro Crater to any safari

Vehicle, guide and park fees from $390 per adult per day, plus your lodge.

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Where to stay in Ngorongoro Crater

Indicative rates per person per night, sharing.

Ngorongoro Rhino Lodge
Budget

Ngorongoro Rhino Lodge

Lodge

Cosy forest lodge on the crater rim, run with Maasai communities.

$170 pp/night · Full board
  • Swimming pool
  • Spa / massage
  • Sauna / steam room
  • Gym
All facilities

Rooms

  • Fireplaces

Setting & views

  • Crater rim forest

In your room

  • Private en-suite bathroom
  • Hot shower
  • Mosquito nets
  • Daily housekeeping

Included services

  • Wi-Fi (may be limited to the main area in remote parks)
  • Safe for valuables
  • Packed breakfasts & picnic lunches for game drives
Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
Mid-range

Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

Lodge

Built into the crater wall with views straight down to the floor.

$390 pp/night · Full board
  • Swimming pool
  • Spa / massage
  • Sauna / steam room
  • Gym
All facilities

Setting & views

  • Crater views
  • Closest to descent road

In your room

  • Private en-suite bathroom
  • Hot shower
  • Mosquito nets
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Toiletries, towels & bathrobes
  • Tea & coffee station

Included services

  • Wi-Fi (may be limited to the main area in remote parks)
  • Safe for valuables
  • Laundry service
  • Packed breakfasts & picnic lunches for game drives
&Beyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge
Luxury

&Beyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge

Luxury Lodge

Opulent, theatrical suites with butlers on the crater rim.

$1,950 pp/night · All inclusive
  • Swimming pool
  • Spa / massage
  • Sauna / steam room
  • Gym
All facilities

Dining & drinks

  • Private dining

Services

  • Butler service

Setting & views

  • Crater views

In your room

  • Private en-suite bathroom
  • Hot shower
  • Mosquito nets
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Toiletries, towels & bathrobes
  • Tea & coffee station
  • Spacious suite with private veranda or deck

Included services

  • Wi-Fi (may be limited to the main area in remote parks)
  • Safe for valuables
  • Laundry service
  • Packed breakfasts & picnic lunches for game drives

Things to do

Olduvai Gorge & Maasai boma visit
Olduvai Gorge & Maasai boma visit

Visit the 'Cradle of Mankind' museum and a Maasai homestead.

$60 pp · Half day

Safaris visiting Ngorongoro Crater