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Liesbeth
Very special conservation area
We had a great time at Ngorongoro conservation area. The nature is very special in the crater. There is a big amount of animals and one can be ssure of spotting them. We saw six rhinos at great distance and closer by.
We stayed at Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge. What a great view. The hotels is very big so the restaurant is also.
We traveled with leopard tours a very proffesional company.
mmeuni2
FR
Visited:
August 2015
Reviewed: Feb 26, 2016
Email mmeuni2 | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Photo safari in Ngorongoro
Several springs flow along the sides to form Lake Magadi. One can find a yellow acacia forest (Lerai forest) where we can find elephants.
This crater is home to over 55 species, there are buffalo, wildebeest, gazelles, rhinos (very shy and difficult to observe), there are also lions, cheetahs, porcupines, etc.
The Maasai are allowed to come to graze their cattle, which is surreal, given the presence of cats.
An exceptional number of wildebeest (over 1 million) through this area during the annual migration and calves in the plains of Ngorongoro.
A natural phenomenon of a truly exceptional beauty.
To preserve this wonderful Garden of Eden, it is forbidden to build.
If you do a safari in Tanzania, the Ngonrongoro
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plan is a must.The camera equipment used during my stay was two reflex enclosures, each equipped with a 70-200mm and a 100-400mm.
The guide who accompanied us had a piercing gaze , seeing the beasts hidden in the tall grass , or the rhinoceros safe.
The people are very welcoming , parks and reserves are all very clean.
The food is always very good and generously served.
Wherever we were , we found that the cleanliness was perfect and always professional and welcoming.
Tina Case
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
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.
Unimaginable Beauty
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
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
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
US
Visited:
March 2015
Reviewed: Jan 27, 2016
Email Matthew | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
So many animals; such a unique place with so many ecosystems all contained in the crater.
Plenty of wildlife and a fantastic campsite. Loved every minute of it.
The Real African Safari Experience.
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.
Anne-Dorthe Søgaard
DK
Visited:
October 2015
Reviewed: Jan 3, 2016
Email Anne-Dorthe Søgaard | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
One of a kind safari destination from the beginning to the end
We went with a personal safari driver by jeep with open rooftop. From the moment you drive into the park the experience begin as the road takes you up and up until you reach the top of the side of the crater. A viewpoint overlooking the entire crater was the first breathtaking view. From this viewpoint we spottet a couple of elephants and then we were ready to go down into the crater. On the way to the entry road into the crater we saw giraffes and Masai people with all their cattles (the live around the crater). Inside the crater we saw wildlife such as ostrichs, wilderbeasts, warthogs, zebras, baboons, elephants, hyenas, hippos, buffalos, jackals, antilopes and lions up close (and probably more i can't remember at the moment). We were even lucky to see two young male lions feasting on a buffalo at close range. In the distance we saw two black rhinos they are rare to see due to the low
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population in the park.Most of the time we drove around observing the animals without any other safari jeeps around. They were visible in the horizon (since the landscape is mostly flat and at that time a year the vegetation is completely dry) and once in a while we crossed roads and at major attraction spots (like the lions feasting) we were several jeeps gathered.
Our tour operator had organized lunch for us, which we ate by a lake with hippos relaxing in the water.
Overall we are very satisfied with our safari experience in the Ngorongoro Crater and will recommend it.
Carmen Sanders
NL
Visited:
June 2015
Reviewed: Jan 2, 2016
Email Carmen Sanders | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
The Ngorongoro Crater is such a amazing place.
What a trip!! I had the trip of a lifetime wich also was our honeymoon! It was the second time I visit Tanzania (I'll will be back) I am wishing I was still enjoying the warmth, fragrances, beauty, sights and sounds of Africa.
Asante sana!!