Ngorongoro Crater

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Tanzania has become renowned for its wonderful aesthetic appeal and un-spoilt natural spectacles; this stunning East African country attracts scores of tourists to her shores each year all eager to enjoy the wonderful beauty it’s ensconced in. Amongst one of the country’s more sought-after tourist attractions is the incredible Ngorongoro Crater located in the Ngorongoro National Park.

The Ngorongoro Crater is a famous World Heritage Site and is situated near the border of the Serengeti National Park. Before it collapsed and exploded some 2 million years ago, the volcano was actually one of the world’s tallest mountains and is today considered to be Africa’s very own version of the Garden of Eden. The crater has incredible views as it is surrounded by a kaleidoscope of hills, grasslands, steep walls, forests, and fresh water springs; there is a large soda lake in the centre of the crater, which further creates a very tranquil ambience. Visitors to this archaeological masterpiece can look forward to the amazing spectrum of wildlife that roam around this terrain; species include lions, zebra, wildebeest, rhinos, elephants, buffaloes and gazelle. The crater is also home to the indigenous Maasai people with visitors afforded the rare opportunity of observing this nomadic tribe.

The Ngorongoro Crater is a natural spectacle without parallel and boasts magnificent views of the marvelous beauty that surrounds it. Travelers lucky to make a visit out to this Tanzanian paradise are in for a mind-blowing experience as the views around the Ngorongoro Crater are truly something to behold.