Ngorongoro Conservation Area is an unforgettable destination during the safari in Tanzania due to the very high wildlife density and the best chance to spot all the Big Five.<\/p>\n
Ngorongoro crater is located at 2200 meters above sea level, measures over 16 kilometers in diameter and occupies a total area of \u200b\u200babout 265 sq. km. It was formed over 2.5 million years ago due to the collapse of the now extinct and inactive volcano.<\/p>\n
Inside the crater there are ideal conditions to survive and reproduce, there is plenty of water and food. Outside the crater, there are many animals around the forest, many elephants, buffaloes, baboons and leopards.<\/p>\n
Ngorongoro Conservation Area is a protected area and home to a conservation project where the Maasai and their livestock live together with wild animals, coined in one concept called, the area with multiple land use.<\/p>\n
In addition to the Ngorongoro crater, there are minor craters known as Empakai and Olmoti where we can experience natural walks with armed park rangers, a different activity than the game drive.<\/p>\n
You can also visit Olduvai Gorge, one of the most famous archaeological sites in the world, where thanks to the work and research of the \u201cLeakeys\u201d, the remains of Australopithecus boisei were found.<\/p>\n
The reserve is full of birds because here they can find water and food all over the year. Flamingos deserve special attention because they are one of the most numerous colonies in Africa.<\/p>\n
Size:<\/strong> crater 265 sq km, 610 meters deep.<\/p>\n Location:<\/strong> Northern Tanzania, about 177 km from the town of Arusha to Loduare entry gate (main gate). Driving time is around 3 hours on good tamac road. The tarmac road ends at Loduare gate, you proceed on rough road for the rest of safari.<\/p>\n The entire area of \u200b\u200bthe Ngorongoro Conservation Area has been declared a World Heritage Site and International Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO.<\/p>\n