Park type
Conservation Area
Region
Arusha
Size
8,292 km²
Elevation
1,030-3,648 meters (Loolmalasin peak)
CraterUNESCO World HeritageBig FiveBlack RhinoMaasai CultureOlduvai GorgeVolcanic CalderaWildlife Dense
Why visit Ngorongoro
Home to the world's largest intact volcanic caldera and one of Africa's most spectacular wildlife viewing areas with the highest density of predators.
Ecosystem & vegetation
Highland plains, savanna, savanna woodlands, forests, and the volcanic crater ecosystem. Includes soda lakes, swamps, and montane forests on crater rims. Ranges from short grass plains on the crater floor to montane forests on the crater rim. Includes fever tree forests, highland grasslands, and diverse plant communities supporting various ecological niches.
Best time to visit
June to October (dry season), December to March (green season)
Ngorongoro in photos
Getting there & practical
Access
Accessible by road from Arusha (3-4 hours). Main entrance at Lodoare Gate. Can be combined with Serengeti visits via Naabi Hill Gate.
Opening hours
6:00 AM - 6:00 PM daily