​User Reviews – Ngorongoro Crater

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Mildred Theunisz   –  
Netherlands NL
Visited: July 2015 Reviewed: Feb 21, 2016

Email Mildred Theunisz  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: over 5 safaris

Overall rating
4/5

It is a natural wonder, but we found that the wildlife was less overwhelming than in Serengeti and Tarangire. We spotted a rhino far away. But hey, we can tick the box of the Big 5. Certainly a wonder that you want to visit. But one day is enough.

Muntaka Chasant   –  
Ghana GH
Visited: November 2015 Reviewed: Feb 17, 2016

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A once in a lifetime experience that makes me wish I'm back on the caldera floor everyday.
Overall rating
4/5

It was an excellent safari drive on the caldera floor, and to our surprise, we bumped into a zebra with a hump like a camel. The Mirror (online) UK and Solent News carried this story. The floor of the crater is littered with zebras running and playing, hyenas, lioness and several other species. We even spotted a black rhino!

Overall, it was an amazing experience that I recommend to every wildlife enthusiast.

Tina Case   –  
United States US
Visited: January 2016 Reviewed: Feb 7, 2016

Email Tina Case  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Ngorongoro Crater is a Tanzania MUST-DO with exceptional landscapes and wildlife
Overall rating
5/5

In the two-weeks that my small tour group was in Tanzania, we spent over a week in and around Ngorongoro Crater. We saw the wildebeest migration, lots of zebras, lions, giraffes, cape buffalo, cheetahs, wart hogs, hyenas, various birds and more. Our guides were the best, spotting the wildlife and in constant communication with other drivers and guides to show us the best sites and wildlife. The various campsites we stayed were 5-star quality with wonderful staff, great meals, hot showers and conveniences that made our stay so memorable. While we had a few rainy days, it was all part of the experience. I took over 8000 photos that have been edited to about 2500 wonderful images. I was part of a photo safari that guided us through some of the best images for my portfolio. This trip has peaked my interest in Africa, wanting to learn more about Tanzania, its people, and about the endangered animals (elephants, rhinoceros) that shape the wonderful Ngorongoro and surrounding Serengeti areas.

Matthijs   –  
United States US
Visited: June 2015 Reviewed: Feb 1, 2016

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Great to visit for a day
Overall rating
4/5

The Ngorongoro Crater is a beautiful, Garden of Eden-like park where lots of wildlife lives together in the relatively small crater. It is the place to spot a rhino. Be sure to be there early in the morning when the gate opens to beat the crowds.

Kate   –  
United States US
Visited: April 2015 Reviewed: Jan 31, 2016

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Unimaginable Beauty
Overall rating
5/5

This place is nothing short of magical. I was fortunate enough to go during the beginning of the rainy season, when the landscape was a vibrant shade of green and many baby animals had just been born. I was in total awe of the scenery and the wildlife - we saw gazelles, hyenas, foxes, elephants, zebras, lions, water buffalo, wildebeest, rhinos, pelicans, hippos, and countless other species. We were even lucky enough to catch a glimpse of a newborn rhino with its mother, as well as a pair of female lions attacking a water buffalo (who ended up escaping in the end). I would truly consider this place to be a wonder of the world - it was by far the most magical excursion I went on during my three months in Tanzania.

cnm collection   –  
United States US
Visited: January 2005 Reviewed: Jan 27, 2016

Email cnm collection  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

we spent a lovely day in the crater
Overall rating
5/5

I would highly recommend visiting Ngorongoro. Saw lots of birds- pelicans, storks, tons of hippos. The scenery is incredible, so unique. I think its a must see. You may see more animals out in the Maasai Mara and Serengeti this is a totally unique and worthwhile experience.

Matthew   –  
United States US
Visited: March 2015 Reviewed: Jan 27, 2016

Email Matthew  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Overall rating
5/5

So many animals; such a unique place with so many ecosystems all contained in the crater.

Myles   –  
Canada CA
Visited: January 2016 Reviewed: Jan 24, 2016

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Overall rating
5/5

Plenty of wildlife and a fantastic campsite. Loved every minute of it.

K Snow   –  
United States US
Visited: January 2016 Reviewed: Jan 17, 2016

Email K Snow  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Best chance at seeing a rhino
Overall rating
4/5

The crater is a must-see destination for it's overall beauty and number of animals in such a compact location. But more importantly, it is your best chance at seeing the black rhino in the wild. We saw two of the 20+ rhinos that reside in the crater. Compared to the Serengeti, where we saw none, this is your best chance. Another interesting surprise is the Maasai herding cattle in the crater. It is quite a contrast to see the wild herd animals aside the cattle.

Sreeram   –  
India IN
Visited: March 2014 Reviewed: Jan 13, 2016

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The Real African Safari Experience.
Overall rating
5/5

I had my tour arranged African Spoonbill Tours and Safaris on a short notice. The tour company was extremely well organized which made a big impact on the entire Safari Experience.

Ngorongoro Crater was my last stop, however on my first day we did manage to get a glimpse of the crater from a height. The first thing that impressed me was the breath-taking scenery. The place made me feel like I was in Mongolia. As we started driving through the dirt road we managed to sight all the Big Fives in a couple of hours which was the highlight of the Safari. Among all the sights Ngorongoro us where I had the best experience.

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