Overview
Take a trip to Ngorongoro Conservation Area on your Tanzania Vacation
When undertaking a Tanzania safari, the Ngorongoro Conservation Area is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located to the west of Arusha in the Crater Highlands of Tanzania. To the northwest, it adjoins Serengeti National Park and to the south and west are volcanic highlands that include Ngorongoro Crater. Southern and eastern borders run along the Great Rift Valley.
The conservation area was originally part of Serengeti National Park when it was established by the British in 1951. The area was listed as a World Heritage Site in 1979 because it provided protection for wildlife while allowing human habitation, which was unique in Tanzania.
The most famous part of the conservation area is the Ngorongoro Crater. It was formed when a giant volcano exploded and then collapsed around two to three million years ago. The crater hosts some of the highest densities of lions in the world and is a good place to see the endangered black rhino on a Tanzania safari. Wildebeest, zebra, elands and Grant’s and Thompson’s gazelles also live in the crater. The rim hosts leopards, elephants and buffalo. In total, the crater houses a permanent population of more than 30,000 animals.
The Great Migration, one of the most incredible natural phenomena in the world passes through Ngorongoro, moving south in December and then returning north in June, something special to be experienced on a Tanzania vacation.
The Great Migration, one of the most incredible natural phenomena in the world passes through Ngorongoro, moving south in December and then returning north in June, something special to be experienced on a Tanzania vacation.
At a Glance
Languages
Swahili, EnglishCurrency
Tanzanian Shilling (TZS)Trending Trips
Unforgettable Journeys.12 Trips Found
Showper page
9
12 Trips Found
Tanzania Odyssey
Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park, Arusha, and Mount KilimanjaroDiscover Tanzania on a Goway-exclusive small-group safari through Tarangire, Ngorongoro and the Serengeti on select departures.
7 days
From US$5,549/p.p.
Request a Quote
Simba Safari Tanzania
Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Serengeti National Park, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park, Arusha, and Mount KilimanjaroExperience Tanzania on a small-group safari through Tarangire, Lake Manyara, the Serengeti and Ngorongoro, with spectacular wildlife viewing.
8 days
From US$4,298/p.p.
Request a Quote
Classic Tanzania: Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Serengeti
Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park, Arusha, and Mount KilimanjaroExplore northern Tanzania’s iconic parks, encounter remarkable wildlife and Maasai culture, and stay in distinctive safari lodges and camps.
7 days
From US$5,777/p.p.
Request a Quote
Tanzania Great Migration Safari
Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, and Tarangire National ParkA private safari through northern Tanzania, where elephant-rich plains, crater wildlife and the Serengeti’s sweeping grasslands bring migration drama close.
7 days
From US$6,536/p.p.
Request a Quote
Tanzania Tented Camps
Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park, Arusha, and Mount KilimanjaroDiscover Tanzania's wild heart on this safari, staying in luxurious tented camps across Tarangire, Ngorongoro, and the Serengeti amid breathtaking wildlife.
9 days
From US$11,715/p.p.
Request a Quote
Signature Tanzania: Ngorongoro & Serengeti Private Reserve
Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Conservation AreaA private-guided safari through Tanzania, from misty crater highlands to remote Serengeti plains, with unrushed game drives and immersive wildlife encounters.
6 days
From US$14,256/p.p.
Request a Quote
Highlights of Tanzania
Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Arusha, and Mount KilimanjaroWitness the Big Five and more on this small group safari through Tanzania’s top wildlife spots—Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater, and the iconic Serengeti.
7 days
From US$9,609/p.p.
Request a Quote
Tanzania SkySafari: Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Serengeti
Arusha, Mount Kilimanjaro, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, and Tarangire National ParkDiscover Tanzania on a small-group fly-in safari through Tarangire, the Serengeti and Ngorongoro, combining spectacular wildlife with stylish Elewana stays.
8 days
From US$13,642/p.p.
Request a Quote
Don't see the
perfect trip idea?
Request a custom quote.
Turn your travel dreams into reality with Goway. Our customized vacations take travellers to all corners of the world.
Tanzania Odyssey
Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park, Arusha, and Mount KilimanjaroDiscover Tanzania on a Goway-exclusive small-group safari through Tarangire, Ngorongoro and the Serengeti on select departures.
7 days
From US$5,549/p.p.
Request a Quote
Simba Safari Tanzania
Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Serengeti National Park, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park, Arusha, and Mount KilimanjaroExperience Tanzania on a small-group safari through Tarangire, Lake Manyara, the Serengeti and Ngorongoro, with spectacular wildlife viewing.
8 days
From US$4,298/p.p.
Request a Quote
Classic Tanzania: Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Serengeti
Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park, Arusha, and Mount KilimanjaroExplore northern Tanzania’s iconic parks, encounter remarkable wildlife and Maasai culture, and stay in distinctive safari lodges and camps.
7 days
From US$5,777/p.p.
Request a Quote
Tanzania Great Migration Safari
Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, and Tarangire National ParkA private safari through northern Tanzania, where elephant-rich plains, crater wildlife and the Serengeti’s sweeping grasslands bring migration drama close.
7 days
From US$6,536/p.p.
Request a Quote
Tanzania Tented Camps
Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park, Arusha, and Mount KilimanjaroDiscover Tanzania's wild heart on this safari, staying in luxurious tented camps across Tarangire, Ngorongoro, and the Serengeti amid breathtaking wildlife.
9 days
From US$11,715/p.p.
Request a Quote
Signature Tanzania: Ngorongoro & Serengeti Private Reserve
Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Conservation AreaA private-guided safari through Tanzania, from misty crater highlands to remote Serengeti plains, with unrushed game drives and immersive wildlife encounters.
6 days
From US$14,256/p.p.
Request a Quote
Highlights of Tanzania
Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Arusha, and Mount KilimanjaroWitness the Big Five and more on this small group safari through Tanzania’s top wildlife spots—Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater, and the iconic Serengeti.
7 days
From US$9,609/p.p.
Request a Quote
Tanzania SkySafari: Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Serengeti
Arusha, Mount Kilimanjaro, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, and Tarangire National ParkDiscover Tanzania on a small-group fly-in safari through Tarangire, the Serengeti and Ngorongoro, combining spectacular wildlife with stylish Elewana stays.
8 days
From US$13,642/p.p.
Request a Quote
Don't see the
perfect trip idea?
Request a custom quote.
Turn your travel dreams into reality with Goway. Our customized vacations take travellers to all corners of the world.
What do the experts say?
An ideal first-time itinerary starts in Arusha and ends in Zanzibar. To maximize time, “Sky Safari” packages using small aircraft to fly guests directly between lodges offer breathtaking aerial views of Tanzania’s diverse landscapes as well as convenience.
The people and wildlife are amazing. You always feel safe at the tented camps, even knowing animals are around. The locals treat you with such warmth and respect.
We provide local experiences, manage client expectations, and work with trusted suppliers so travellers feel safe and enjoy every moment of their trip.
Ngorongoro and Serengeti National Park are simply spectacular. There’s no place quite like the massive crater or the migration-covered plains.
Tanzania’s hospitality is incredible. You’ll always feel welcomed, wherever you go.
Ngorongoro Conservation Area Tour
Flamingoes flying low in the crater
A Tanzania safari game drive in Ngorongoro Crater
Panoramic photo from the rim of the crater as s...
A zebra in Ngorongoro Crater
Travel Stories
Get Inspired About Your Trip to Tanzania
Unlock more by subscribing to our newsletter.
With our newsletter, you’ll get access to regular communications that inspire you and help you explore the world your way.Exclusive Savings
Insider Benefits
Trending Stories
ExcellentBased on 5,335 ReviewsEarly 2026 I met Alice Teramoto at the Phoenix travel show. I asked her about a dive trip to the Great Barrier Reef. Thankfully I kept her card. About 7 months later I started planning the trip myself. I was overwhelmed after I got my airline tickets to and from Australia and organized a dive boat. Thankfully I found her card. I texted her with my dates and within two days she had a complete agenda to me. It was amazing. She had transport to and from airports, car rental, tours everywhere I was going. I was gone for 6 weeks and I was so happy with everything she planned. I haven't used a travel agent in the past but believe me I would us Goway Travel and Alice again. barbara coy
Everything was looked after and no stress for usJean WilloughbyVanessa from Goway Travel did a fantastic job pulling together a really comprehensive itinerary for our trip to Egypt. Her advice about "must see" sites was extremely helpful and she also provided great tips based on her own experience travelling to Egypt. Excellent planning by Vanessa meant we were able to thoroughly enjoy our trip. OlgaI want to Thank Vanessa Lloyd for putting together the most perfect itinerary for my husband and my dream trip to Santorini, Greece. Every detail was perfectly executed. From the pick ups, to tours and most certainly our hotel location, it was truly a dream!! We were so happy and completely blown away, that we couldn't help but shared our experience with several folks we met during our trip... and I just bet they will be using Goway Travel for any future plans of theirs, just like us. Africa, here we come....Tanya KashExceptional Customer Service, Accountability, and Leadership — Thank You, Goway Travel!
As a Canadian travel advisor with Discover Joy Travel, affiliated with TravelOnly, I want to recognize three exceptional individuals at Goway Travel: Jaime Vargas-Hernandez (Destination Specialist – North America and Latin America), Sean Hebert (Vice President, The Americas), and Jason Stratford (Business Development Manager).
I recently booked a cross-Canada vacation for my clients, and while the itinerary offered many wonderful experiences, there were several unexpected challenges along the way, particularly involving transportation, transfers, and certain aspects of the overall travel experience.
As a travel advisor, one of the most difficult situations is hearing that your clients are disappointed, especially when you've worked hard to create a memorable and seamless vacation for them.
What truly impressed me was how Goway responded when things didn't go as planned.
From the beginning, Jaime was responsive, professional, and genuinely committed to addressing our concerns. He listened carefully, communicated with the appropriate teams, and made sure our clients' feedback was taken seriously.
Jason Stratford was equally supportive, demonstrating the value of having a Business Development Manager who genuinely advocates for travel advisors and their clients.
I also want to extend my sincere appreciation to Sean Hebert, Vice President of The Americas, for his outstanding leadership and personal attention to our situation. His involvement demonstrated that customer satisfaction and accountability are priorities at Goway, even at the executive level.
What impressed me most was that Goway didn't simply acknowledge the challenges — they listened, took ownership, and made a genuine effort to rebuild our clients' confidence and trust.
In fact, despite the difficulties they experienced, my clients were so impressed with how Goway handled their concerns that they expressed interest in booking another international vacation through them, with another couple potentially joining!
To me, that speaks volumes.
Exceptional customer service isn't about everything going perfectly. It's about how a company responds when things go wrong.
As a travel advisor, I value supplier relationships built on trust, transparency, accountability, and genuine care for travellers. Knowing that I have a team willing to listen, take responsibility, and work toward a resolution gives me greater confidence when recommending Goway to my clients.
Jaime, Jason, and Sean — thank you for your professionalism, patience, dedication, and for making me feel genuinely supported as a travel advisor. You didn't just help resolve a difficult situation; you helped restore confidence and strengthen a valuable business relationship.
Goway is fortunate to have individuals like you representing the company.
I look forward to continuing our partnership and creating many more memorable travel experiences for our clients.
Highly recommended — not because everything was perfect, but because Goway demonstrated what genuine accountability, strong leadership, and exceptional customer service should look like.
— Evangeline Fiset
Discover Joy Travel | TravelOnly
Fort St. John, British Columbia, CanadaEvangeline de Torres - FisetThank you Vanessa, always a pleasure dealing with you and knowing you'll give us the perfect customized trip. Everything was spot on with excellent guides, drivers.Terry F.Every detail was managed and executed beyond our expectations and everything flowed from one destination to the nextClinton G HughesThis is a review for my Goway travel guide in Ho Chi Minh City. Mr. PHẠM HỮU THIỆN (TONY) was a very kind and knowledgeable guide during our 5 day stay in the city. Friendly, likeable and funny, Very accommodating to our needs during our visit. He and his driver were always early for every excursion as well as the final day for our airport departure. He gave us wonderful recommendations for sights and restaurants for our personal time. I highly recommend Mr. Pham (Tony) for your stay in the Ho Chi Minh area.George C.Brooke Theron has booked 3 trips for us, France and Tunisia in 2025 and we have just returned from a 2 week trip from China.
The entire trip was flawless, from the research to the booking Brooke is always soo helpful in whole process.
Brooke always works with us to answer any questions and make sure any request we have can be added.
Our tour guides James, Helen, Felicity and Keira and drivers were all top notch with lots of information on each stop and sent us onto our next stop with no problems.
The hotels, trains and tours were all excellent. We couldn't have asked for more
I look forward to working with Brooke and Goway tours on our next vacation.MaddieBijal and Martin (tour guide in Kenya) made this the trip of a lifetime. I felt safe every minute of the trip. I did not care for the travel from the Serengeti to Ngorogoro Crater. I felt the last hotel was too far from the crater i was exhausted not wanted to travel to the crater. The travel was absolutely brutal for 6 hoursKathie Becker
Verified
Verified
Verified
Verified
Verified
Verified
Verified
Verified
Verified
Verified