“It is one of the wonders of the world”. So wrote Professor Bernhard Grizmek in his book “Serengeti shall not die”. The Ngorongoro Crater is not only a paradise for animals but also a unique scenic attraction like nowhere else on earth. Standing on the rim, the visitors are spellbound by the unforgettable view of the rich and the lush greenery of the former crater, about two kilometers in diameter and with a beautiful lake in the middle. The water attracts a great number of different mammals and birds and there is no better opportunity to see rhinos in their natural habitat. Only four-wheel drive vehicles can take visitors to the crater floor from the rim.
Overview
Around 500 bird species have been recorded in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, of which 400 can be found in the crater itself. The region’s dense acacia woodland is home to the world’s largest known population of the near threatened Fischer’s lovebird, while the Gorigor Swamp is an important habitat for aquatic species like the whiskered tern and African rail. Its spectacular scenery and prolific wildlife make it the ultimate destination for game-viewing safaris. There are plenty of opportunities to see animals outside the crater itself, too.
