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Welcome to Ngorongoro
The Ngorongoro Crater is often described as the eighth wonder of the natural world — and with good reason. Formed when a massive volcano collapsed on itself approximately 2.5 million years ago, the crater is roughly 20km wide and 600m deep, creating a self-contained ecosystem of extraordinary richness. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s most visited natural attractions.
The crater floor is home to some 20,000 large mammals, including approximately 70 black rhinoceros — making it one of the best places on earth to see this critically endangered species. One of the highest carnivore densities in the world is found here — lions, cheetahs, hyenas, jackals, and leopards are all regularly spotted. The Olduvai Gorge nearby is one of the most important paleoanthropological sites on the planet.
Why Visit Ngorongoro?
- One of the world’s highest concentrations of wildlife in a single area
- ~70 black rhino — among the best rhino viewing in Africa
- Big Five all resident within the crater year-round
- Spectacular descent on winding roads into the crater floor
- Olduvai Gorge — visit the cradle of human evolution nearby
- UNESCO World Heritage Site and Conservation Area
Destination
Ngorongoro Crater
Country
Tanzania
Crater Width
~20 km across
Crater Depth
600m deep
Mammals
~20,000 large mammals
Black Rhino
~70 individuals
UNESCO Status
World Heritage Site
Recommended Package
5 days