About Ngorongoro Conservation Area

"The Ngorongoro Conservation Area is named after and known for the Ngorongoro Crater

The Ngorongoro Crater is the largest intact volcanic caldera in the world. A caldera forms when a volcano erupts and collapses in on itself. This caldera formed over two million years ago. It is 610 m deep and approximately 260 sq km

Just having the chance to be near this conservation area is a treat for any visitor, but the best part is the picnic area inside the crater. Near the picnic area is a swamp that draws in all sorts of wildlife such as hippopotamus, elephants, and lions. The odds of seeing animals are very likely as there are approximately 25,000 animals living in the crater.

Grab a picnic basket and a camera on the way to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area - just remember not to feed the animals!"

Must See

 

  • The Ngorongoro Crater
  • The Serengeti  Plains that support about  2.0 million migratory wildlife species of the Serengeti Mara-ecosystem
  • Safari game drive at Mikumi National Park

 

How to reach

81.6 kilometres via Tarangire

By Taxi, it takes around 1 hour 50 minutes which costs around 67,838 TZS to 83,256 TZS

By Car, it takes around 1 hour 50 minutes which costs around 15,416 TZS to 24,667 TZS

Tips

 

  • Standing vegetation must not be damaged or removed, other than removal for firewood
  • Do not litter
  • Visitors must not disturb or remove geological or archaeological deposits within the Oldupai
  • When viewing animals in close proximity remain in utmost silence
  • Campfires must not damage vegetation, must not be allowed to spread, and must be completely extinguished after use
  • Speed limits 25k m/h in NCA
  • No more than 5 vehicles around an animal or kill
  • Keep to authorized roads and tracks. No off-road driving
  • Do not collect or remove any animal product, rocks, plants, seeds, or nests. 

 

Visit Time

Sunday:                     6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Monday:                    6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Tuesday:                   6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday:              6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Thursday:                  6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Friday:                       6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Saturday:                   6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

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Waiting Time

No

 

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Entrance Fee

Yes

2,31,500 TZS

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Time you can spend

9 to 10 hours

 

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Weather

Light Rain 17.35°C

 

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