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Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Africa's Natural Wonder of Wildlife

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10 National Parks

50% Of the world's mountain gorillas

1,000+ Bird species recorded

5 UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Quick Facts

Capital: Dodoma
Best Time: June–October (Wildlife), January–March (Calving Season)
Currency: Tanzanian Shilling (TZS)
Language: English & Swahili
Time Zone: GMT+3 (East Africa Time)
Visa: e-Visa available online for most nationalities; single-entry and East Africa Tourist Visa options available.

A UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s most remarkable natural wonders, the Ngorongoro Conservation Area is home to the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater—the largest intact volcanic caldera on Earth. This unique landscape supports an incredible concentration of wildlife, making it one of the best places in Africa to experience a classic safari and spot the Big Five in a single day.

Whether you’re exploring the crater floor, admiring breathtaking views from the rim, or discovering the region’s rich Maasai culture, Ngorongoro offers an unforgettable blend of spectacular scenery, abundant wildlife and authentic cultural experiences.

Why Visit

✓ Explore the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa's greatest natural wonders.
✓ Enjoy exceptional Big Five game viewing, with lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards and the endangered black rhino.
✓ Experience one of Africa's highest concentrations of wildlife within a breathtaking volcanic landscape.
✓ Discover the rich culture of the Maasai people, who continue to live and graze livestock within the conservation area.
✓ Perfect for combining with Serengeti National Park, Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park and Mount Kilimanjaro for the ultimate Tanzania safari.

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Journeys in Ngorongoro Conservation Area

14 Days / 13 Nights Amboseli National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Kibale National Park, Maasai Mara, Murchison Falls National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Serengeti National Park 14-Day East Africa Safari: Gorilla Trekking & Wildlife Tour Experience a 14-day East Africa safari through Uganda, Kenya and Tanzania with gorilla trekking, chimpanzees, Big Five wildlife…

14 Days / 13 Nights Amboseli National Park, Kibale National Park, Maasai Mara, Murchison Falls National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Serengeti National Park 14-Day East Africa Safari – Uganda, Kenya & Tanzania Wildlife Explore Uganda, Kenya and Tanzania on a 14-day safari featuring Murchison Falls, chimpanzee trekking, wildlife and authentic cultural…

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