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NORTHERN CIRCUIT

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The world largest intact volcanic caldera.

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ABOUT THIS DESTINATION

The Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Ngorongoro Conservation Area

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WILDLIFE

WILDLIFE

What You'll Encounter

Black Rhino
Common

Black Rhino

One of the few places in East Africa where black rhino can be reliably spotted in the wild.

Lion
Very Common

Lion

The crater hosts a dense population of large-maned lions who are famously unperturbed by vehicles.

Hippo
Very Common

Hippo

Dozens of hippos can be found at the Ngoitokitok spring, often seen jostling for space.

Elephant
Common

Elephant

Old bull elephants with massive tusks are an iconic sight in the Lerai Forest.

Flamingo
Common

Flamingo

Lake Magadi often turns pink with the presence of thousands of lesser flamingos.

EXPERIENCES

Experiences in Ngorongoro Conservation Area

01

Crater Floor Game Drive

A full 6-hour descent onto the floor of the caldera, exploring diverse habitats from soda lakes to acacia forests.

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02

Maasai Boma Visit

Interact with the local Maasai community and learn about their ancient spiritual connection to the crater and its inhabitants.

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03

Empakaai Crater Hike

A guided walk to the remote Empakaai Crater, where you can hike down to the lake shore through ancient mountain forests.

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Where You'll Rest

We partner only with lodges and camps that reflect the character of their surroundings.

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