Ngorongoro Crater

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Experiences

The Ngorongoro Conservation Area is a huge area with a total of 8,288 sq kms. The crater has a spectacular concentration of wildlife. Within the crater there is shallow Soda Lake (Magadi) and flamingos that dwell around the lake which remains dry sometimes. It is the best place to see rhinos throughout the year, the bird life is also rich and the hunting ground for lions, cheetahs and hyenas. Between the Ngorongoro and Serengeti area lies the world's most important archaeological site the "Olduvai Gorge". "The cradle of mankind', where the oldest trace of men and animals were found by the Leakeys. Best Time: Whole year - rainy season in April.

Fully Escorted Highlights Of East Africa Tour

Experience East Africa this October with the Africa experts. This fully escorted 13-day tour, staying in four-star accommodation throughout, is a small group departure visiting the highlights of Kenya and Tanzania. Join us on the inaugural East African Bench International fully escorted tour!

Highlights of East Africa

For sheer weight of numbers and species of animals and birdlife, the East African wildlife reserves of Kenya and Tanzania are arguably the world’s best and most rewarding. The open grasslands offer excellent game viewing opportunities and the phenomena of the annual migration of wildebeest and zebra between the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania and the Masai Mara Game Reserve in Kenya is one of the world’s most remarkable sights.

Tanzania In Style

This spectacular fly/drive safari allows you to explore Tanzania’s best reserves and national parks in style. Experience a journey of contrast from the rich game plains of the famous Serengeti to the unique environment of the Ngorongoro Crater and the saltpans of Lake Manyara.

Tanzania Highlights Safari

A journey with lots of contrast from the game enriched plains of the famous Serengeti to the saltpans of Lake Manyara. A further high point of your journey is the Ngorongoro Crater and Ol’Duvai Gorge, both unique sites and a must for any visitor to Tanzania.

Serengeti Walking Safaris

Experience true wilderness areas on a walking safari in the Serengeti National Park where few people are allowed to venture on foot, and camp amongst the wildlife. This trip allows for three days on foot combined with vehicle based game viewing, and visits to the Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara and Ol’Duvai Gorge.

Serengeti Wilderness Safari

Prefer to travel off the beaten track without the crowds in an authentic eco-friendly wilderness camp, then this is the safari for you. Join one of our weekly scheduled small group departures to the Ngorongoro and Serengeti Wilderness Camps.

Elewana Air Safari

In Kiswahili ‘Elewana’ means ‘Harmony’, and this breathtaking air safari combines the game rich wilderness of Northern Tanzania with a luxurious aircraft and stylish accommodation. This journey, in an executive styled Cessna Caravan, takes you to some of Tanzania’s best National Parks, offering a unique air safari in the region.