A UNESCO World Heritage site, Ngorongoro Crater is home to one of Africa’s densest wildlife populations and offers breathtaking views from the crater's edge.
Months to Visit
Ngorongoro Crater
High Season
Jan
Feb
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Dec
What to Expect
Higher crowds than normal due to popular holidays, and therefore higher prices.
Medium Season
May
Nov
What to Expect
What to Expect
What to Expect
Fewer crowds and better prices and overall service. This is what we call the “secret season”. You might experience some rains, but not enough to ruin your day.
Fewer crowds and better prices and overall service. This is what we call the “secret season”. You might experience some rains, but not enough to ruin your day.
Fewer crowds and better prices and overall service. This is what we call the “secret season”. You might experience some rains, but not enough to ruin your day.
Low Season
Apr
May
What to Expect
What to Expect
What to Expect
This is the major rainy season and the rivers will often overflow. In May many lodges are closed for renovation.
This is the major rainy season and the rivers will often overflow. In May many lodges are closed for renovation.
This is the major rainy season and the rivers will often overflow. In May many lodges are closed for renovation.