Ngorongoro in Tansania is a destination that Adventure plans for active travellers, focusing on nature, movement and a realistic level of challenge. As a Swiss travel agency with video consultation, Adventure matches stages and fitness to each other. In the planner you state your experience, and you clarify the level of challenge on the video call.
Updated: 7 August 2026.
Why this trip
The crater is around 600 metres deep, and the descent into it is the most impressive drive in the region. Ngorongoro Crater National Park is regarded as the largest intact volcanic crater on earth, and on its floor live lions, elephants, rhinoceroses and zebras in a density that does not let your gaze go. For active travellers this is a day that above all demands attention. If you seek more movement, you find it on the crater rim, where viewpoints such as the Ngorongoro Crater ViewPoint and short paths open the view into the depths.
In the Conservation Area outside the crater, accompanied hikes are possible, through highland and past Maasai pastures. The Olduvai Gorge tells of the beginnings of humankind. The dry season between July and October brings good visibility and clear paths. The flight takes approx.
9 to 11 hrs, usually with a change, and for Tanzania a visa applies (eVisa or on arrival), which you should check beforehand. Tarangire, the Serengeti and Arusha lie nearby as neighbours. Accommodation such as the Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge is listed on the crater rim. How much walking distance you wish for is something you clarify in the video call.
Places and experiences
Adventure lays out all the possibilities for Ngorongoro, and you set the level of challenge in the conversation.
Ngorongoro Krater Nationalpark, Experience
Olduvai-Schlucht, Experience
Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Experience
| Place |
|---|
| Ngorongoro Krater Nationalpark |
| Olduvai-Schlucht |
| Ngorongoro Conservation Area |
Getting there
From your Swiss airport, Adventure chooses connections that fit the luggage limit of your equipment.
Frequently asked questions
What sets Adventure apart?
Adventure plans active trips with a focus on nature, movement and a realistic level of challenge. We plan Ngorongoro by video call according to your experience and fitness.
Which places are part of the programme in Ngorongoro?
Around Ngorongoro, Ngorongoro Krater Nationalpark, Olduvai-Schlucht and Ngorongoro Conservation Area are listed, and Adventure sorts them by duration, elevation gain and difficulty.
Who is an adventure trip to Ngorongoro suited to?
To active travellers who want to experience nature and be on the move, and who prefer a programme that suits their fitness and experience.
Which accommodations are listed for Ngorongoro in the catalogue?
After long days on the move, Ngorongoro offers houses such as Ngorongoro Forest Tented Lodge, Ngorongoro and Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge, which Adventure selects by their position relative to the route.
Which destinations in Tansania work well together?
From Ngorongoro you can reach Arusha, Dar es Salaam and Nyerere-Nationalpark, and Adventure checks with you whether the distance fits your schedule.
Can I adapt the trip?
Yes. We tailor stages, level of challenge, duration and accommodation to your experience. On the video call we discuss what you feel comfortable with and where we build in reserves.
How much does a trip to Ngorongoro cost?
The price depends on the dates, the accommodation and the length of the trip. We do not quote flat prices, but prepare an individual offer after you have filled in the planner.
How does the consultation work?
The consultation takes place by video call. After the planner you receive a reply from us within one working day.
How do I start planning?
You fill in the planner and state dates, budget and wishes. We get back to you by video call within one working day.
Plan your trip
The planner asks about the experience, duration and level of challenge of your tour.
Fill in the planner
reply within one working day by video call
Adventure
Plan your journey step by step: travel dates, travellers and personal preferences, tailored to your destination.
Plan your own journeyAccommodation in the catalogue
| Accommodation | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge | 4.6 |
| Ngorongoro Safari Lodge | 4.5 |
| Pakulala Luxury Safari Camp | 4.8 |
Nearby destinations
Besides Ngorongoro, these regions can be combined with stages of their own.
More destinations for Adventure
destinations in the catalogue of Adventure: Nyerere-Nationalpark, Sansibar, Serengeti.
Gallery
- Ngorongoro Krater Nationalpark, Experience
- Olduvai-Schlucht, Experience
- Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Experience
Ngorongoro Crater ViewPoint, Experience
ngorongoro conservation area authority headquater, Experience
Ngorongoro Forest Tented Lodge, Accommodation
Ngorongoro, Accommodation
Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge, Accommodation
Updated: 7 August 2026.