1-Day Private Ngorongoro Crater Day Trip

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Start and end in Arusha

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The crater itself is breathtaking – like stepping into a wildlife documentary. The personalized experience was worth every penny.
Bevath•traveled in February5.0
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Operator: African Polecat Safaris
Safari: Track iconic wildlife on unforgettable game drives
Private Tour: Travel exclusively with your friends and family
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English: Other languages on request: German, Italian, Portuguese, French
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Day 1
Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater
Start point
Arusha, Tanzania (Arusha or we come pick you up at your location around Arusha, 05:00)
End point
Arusha, Tanzania (Arusha or we drop you off at your location around Arusha, 17:00 - 18:30)
Meals
Breakfast (Early breakfast before crater descent), Lunch (Picnic lunch at designated spot near hippo pool, served warm)
Included Activities
- Crater floor wildlife exploration and game drives
- Picnic lunch near hippo pool
- Professional guided safari tour of Ngorongoro Crater
Optional Activities
- Late evening flight to Zanzibar
- Overnight accommodation in Arusha
- Visiting Maasai Boma
- Materuni village waterfall and coffee tour
- Night game drive in Lake Manyara or Tarangire
- Kilimanjaro day hike
- Kikuletwa or Chemka hot spring
Landmarks
Ngorongoro Crater

Landmarks
Ngorongoro Crater

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Guide
Meals
Additional Services
Transport

What's Not Included

Accommodation
Flights
Insurance
Optional
Additional Services

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African Polecat Safaris

Rating: 4.9 (123 reviews)
Response time: within 1 day
Response rate: 100%
Cancellation policy

Traveler Reviews

5.0

Overall rating based on 2 Reviews

Itinerary
5.0
Transport
5.0
Guide
5.0
Accommodation
5.0
Food
5.0
Tour Operator
4.9

Bevath5.0•February 2025
A Dream Come True! My private day trip to Ngorongoro Crater with African polecat safaris was absolutely incredible!...
A Dream Come True! My private day trip to Ngorongoro Crater with African polecat safaris was absolutely incredible! From the moment my guide, Manfred, picked me up, I knew it would be a special day. The crater itself is breathtaking – like stepping into a wildlife documentary. I saw everything: lions, elephants, rhinos, and so much more. Manfred’s knowledge was outstanding, and he made sure I had the best photo opportunities. The personalized experience was worth every penny. A truly unforgettable day! - Amelia R., USAShow more
Traveled in October 2024
Reply from: African Polecat Safaris
Dear Amelia R., We're thrilled your private Ngorongoro Crater day trip with Manfred fulfilled your dream! It's wonderful to hear you experienced the crater's breathtaking beauty and abundant wildlife. Manfred's expertise and dedication to creating a personalized experience are truly valued. We're delighted you found it unforgettable. We hope to welcome you back for more extraordinary Tanzanian adventures. Warm regards, African polecat safaris team.
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Sumaiya5.0•February 2025
Perfectly Tailored Experience I wanted to experience the Ngorongoro Crater without the crowds, and this private day...
Perfectly Tailored Experience I wanted to experience the Ngorongoro Crater without the crowds, and this private day trip was perfect. My guide, Benedict, was fantastic – friendly, knowledgeable, and very accommodating. he tailored the day to my interests, and we spent extra time observing the birdlife, which was a real treat. The private vehicle was comfortable, and the picnic lunch was delicious. Highly recommend this for anyone wanting a personalized and intimate experience of the crater. - Thomas L., UKShow more
Traveled in December 2024
Reply from: African Polecat Safaris
We're delighted Benedict tailored your Ngorongoro Crater day trip to your interests! Providing personalized, intimate experiences and highlighting the birdlife is our pleasure. We're thrilled you enjoyed the comfortable vehicle and delicious picnic. Thank you for your high recommendation; we hope to welcome you back for more tailored Tanzanian adventures. Warm regards, African polecat safaris team.
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Tour ID: 231571

Currency
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Tanzanian Shilling
Tanzania
Plugs & Adapters
As a traveler from USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for type G.
Type G
Tanzania
Vaccines
- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Typhoid - Recommended for Tanzania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Tanzania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Cholera - Recommended for Tanzania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for Tanzania. Ideally 3 months before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Tanzania. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Rabies - Recommended for Tanzania. Ideally 1 month before travel.
- Meningococcal meningitis - Recommended for Tanzania. Ideally 3 weeks before travel.
Visa
- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
- Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
Payment information
- For any tour departing before October 10th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after October 10th, 2026, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with African Polecat Safaris. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
- Some departure dates and prices may vary and African Polecat Safaris will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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Accessibility
Some tours are not suitable for mobility-restricted traveler, however, some operators may be able to accommodate special requests. For any enquiries, you can contact our customer support team, who are ready and waiting to help you.
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