3 Day 2nights Ngorongoro National Park Safari

This is a potential itinerary for a 3Day 2nights safari to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, including the crater and nearby national parks. Most safaris begin and end in Arusha and include a private 4x4 vehicle with a pop-up roof for optimal game viewing.

Itinerary for 3days 2nights Ngorongoro Safari

Day 1: Transfer from Arusha to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

• Morning: Your guide will pick you up from your hotel in Arusha for a briefing before beginning your drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
• Afternoon: Check in at your lodge or camp on the crater rim. You can spend a relaxing afternoon enjoying the spectacular views. Alternatively, a visit to a nearby Maasai village can be arranged for a cultural experience.
• Evening: Have dinner at your accommodation with stunning crater views.
• Accommodation: Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge

Day 2: Full day exploration of Ngorongoro Crater tour

• Morning: Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, the world's largest unbroken and unfilled volcanic caldera. The 600-meter descent offers a high concentration of wildlife viewing opportunities.
• Day: Spend a full day on the crater floor, looking for the Big Five (lion, leopard, rhino, elephant, buffalo) and other animals like cheetahs, hippos, and various antelope species. There is also a variety of birdlife and you can have a picnic lunch near the hippo pool at Lake Magadi.
• Evening: Ascend from the crater floor and return to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.
• Accommodation: Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge

Day 3: Optional game drive or departure

• Option 1: Half-day game drive: You can opt for a final half-day game drive in the conservation area before driving back to Arusha. You may also visit Lake Manyara or Tarangire National Park on your way back.
• Option 2: Departure: After breakfast, your driver will take you back to Arusha for your onward flight or drop you at your hotel, marking the end of your safari.

Best time to visit

While Ngorongoro's resident wildlife is excellent year-round, here are a few considerations:

• Dry Season (June to October): This is the most popular time to visit, as animals are easier to spot due to sparser vegetation and gather around water sources. Be prepared for higher prices and more visitors during this period.
• Green Season (November to December and January to February): This time offers lush, green landscapes and fewer crowds. It is also the calving season for many animals and is great for birdwatching.
• Wet Season (March to May): Similar to the green season, this period offers fewer crowds and lower prices. However, some roads may be impassable, and visibility can be reduced.

Why choose Encounter Africa safaris the 3Day 2nights Ngorongoro Safari Package.

• Encounter Africa safaris is an African safari company that has stood the test of time with over 10 years of experience. We organize a wide range of African safari activities, including primates’ safaris such as gorilla or chimpanzee trekking, birding tours, honeymoon holidays, family getaways, and more. We have pre-packaged safaris and can tailor itineraries to suit our clients’ needs.
• Our team of Safari consultants is ready to work with you to plan that ideal African Safari and walk this memorable holiday journey with you