Facts About Ngorongoro

  1. The world’s biggest intact Volcanic Caldera

Caldera is a large bowl shaped volcanic cavity that’s usually more than one kilometre in diameter with an outer edge formed by sleep slopes. The word caldera comes from Spanish meaning cauldron. Usually it is formed when a volcano erupts with great force emptying its magma chamber. Without support of the magma the top of the volcano collapses inward and creates a deep large crater

The Ngorongoro crater spans about 16 to 19 in diameter and towering walls that range between 400 and 610 meters. There are many calderas around the world but the Ngorongoro stands out as the largest one with fully intact walls this has remained dry and become a home for wildlife

  1. One of the seven natural wonders of Africa

Ngorongoro crater is recognized as one of the seven wonders of Africa alongside Mount Kilimanjaro, Sahara Desert and the Nile River. Ngorongoro is located in Northern Tanzania within the Conversation Area, a UNESCO world Heritage site. It’s a protected territory in Tanzania’s Arusha region that balances wildlife conversation with the traditional lifestyles of local communities

  1. High density of Predators

Thanks to its fertile mineral rich volcanic soil the Ngorongoro Crater floor supports lush short grass plains making it an ideal feeding ground for large numbers of herbivores. Ngorongoro is famously known for its large lion population which is one of the densest in the world. Lions are often seen lounging on the grassy plains, visitors can also spot other predators like spotted hyenas as skilled hunters, elusive leopards in the forested areas, cheetahs rely on speed to hunt in the open grasslands.

The unusual high number of predators due to its abundant year round prey, limited animal migration and natural crater walls that create a self-contained, ideal hunting ground

  1. Best place in East Africa to see the Big Five

Ngorongoro crater is one of the top places in East Africa where you can spot all of the Big five animals in a single visit. Lions are abundant buffalo are found is strong numbers, leopards are usually seen around the wooded areas and large herds of elephants are present during the rainy seasons.

What makes Ngorongoro truly exceptional though is its small population of endangered black rhinos. These rare animals live in a protected part of the crater, watched over by rangers but they are frequently seen grazing in the open plains making this one of the most rewarding wildlife spots in the region

  1. No Giraffe and Impala live in the Ngorongoro Crater

Among the more than 25,000 mammals that inhabit the Ngorongoro Crater, two notable species are surprisingly absent. The lack of open woodlands and specific types of trees of that these animals prefer for browsing makes the area unsuitable for them.

  1. Birdwatchers Paradise
Facts About Ngorongoro
Birding in Ngorongoro Crater

While the Ngorongoro Crater is famous for its lions and rhinos, it’s also an exceptional destination for bird lovers, with more than 500 recorded bird species from vibrant flamingos to majestic raptors

  1. Over 25,000 animals in the crater

Ngorongoro Crater is home to over 25,000 large animals, making it one of the most wildlife rich areas in Africa. The land offers abundant grass and permanent water sources that attracts a large number of wildebeest, zebras, gazelles, buffalo, lions, hyenas and leopards

  1. The Crater is home to endangered black rhinos

The Ngorongoro Crater is home to some incredibly rare wildlife, including the endangered black rhinoceros. This natural sanctuary has played a vital role in protecting these animals, whose numbers were dangerously low in the 1990s. The Ngorongoro Crater now supports a small but significant population of over 20 rhinos. With a bit of luck, visitors may catch a glimpse of this majestic and globally threatened creature during their safari

  1. Luxurious lodges

Ngorongoro offers luxurious lodges that blend opulence with untamed wilderness, where guests wake to sweeping views of the crater floor from private verandas and enjoy spacious suites with cozy fireplaces, elegant décor and large windows showcasing the breath taking surroundings. You will enjoy local meals under the African sky with top notch service making sure every need is met.