3 Days Ngorongoro Crater Safari

Rwakabunga Safaris proudly presents the exquisite 3 Days Ngorongoro Crater Safari, a concentrated, high-end itinerary designed for discerning tourists seeking to experience the unrivalled natural spectacle of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area in ultimate comfort and style. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Ngorongoro Crater is often hailed as the “Eighth Wonder of the World” due to its incredible density of wildlife, including the rare Black Rhino, all contained within the magnificent, unbroken caldera. This luxury tour focuses on providing an immersive and exclusive experience, combining intensive game viewing with lavish accommodation perched on the crater rim, ensuring breathtaking views, personalised service, and enriching cultural encounters in the surrounding Ngorongoro Highlands.

Day 1: Arusha to Ngorongoro Highlands – Crater Rim Luxury

The tour commences with a private, luxury road transfer from Arusha, or Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), through the stunning Rift Valley scenery up to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The drive itself is a scenic journey, allowing tourists to take in the sprawling vistas and the traditional Maasai communities. Upon arrival at your chosen opulent lodge, strategically positioned on the crater rim, you will be checked into your lavish suite, which boasts panoramic views of the caldera below. The late afternoon is reserved for relaxation, perhaps enjoying a curated wine tasting or a rejuvenating spa treatment at the lodge, followed by a gourmet, multi-course dinner served with impeccable attention to detail, preparing you for the next day’s adventure.

Accommodation Options: andBeyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge, Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge, The Highlands Ngorongoro

Meals: (Lunch, Dinner)

Day 2: Full-Day Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive

Today is dedicated entirely to exploring the immense natural arena of the Ngorongoro Crater floor. After an early, energizing breakfast, your private 4×4 safari vehicle will descend 600 meters into the caldera. The full-day, exclusive game drive will focus on locating the “Big Five” – lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and the endangered black rhinoceros – which are all resident here in high numbers. Your expert guide will navigate the diverse habitats, from the soda lake, a gathering point for flamingos, to the Lerai Forest, which provides cover for huge tusked elephants. A specially prepared, deluxe picnic lunch will be served in a scenic spot by the hippo pool, allowing you to dine amidst the wildlife before ascending back to your luxury accommodation on the rim for a spectacular sunset and a final, exquisite dinner.

Accommodation Options: andBeyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge, Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge, The Highlands Ngorongoro

Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 3: Ngorongoro Highlands Activities – Departure

Your final day begins with a leisurely, deluxe breakfast overlooking the serene Ngorongoro Highlands. The morning is reserved for an optional, exclusive activity designed to deepen your connection with the area’s rich culture and environment. Tourists may choose a guided nature walk along the crater rim, accompanied by an armed ranger, offering a unique perspective of the landscape and its forest inhabitants, or alternatively, opt for a respectful, private visit to an authentic Maasai boma (village). This cultural interaction provides insight into the semi-nomadic lifestyle of the Maasai people, including their customs and traditions. Following the activity and a farewell lunch, your private driver will transfer you comfortably back to Arusha or to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your onward flight, concluding your luxurious Ngorongoro safari experience.

Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch)

End of the 3 Days Ngorongoro Crater Safari.