14-Day Ngorongoro Safari — Private Itinerary
Travellers focused on Ngorongoro with 14 days available.
A 14-day Ngorongoro safari is one of our most-requested itineraries — long enough to settle into the rhythm of the bush and short enough to fit into a normal holiday. You'll spend 12 full days game-viewing in Ngorongoro Crater with a private 4×4 and a senior driver-guide.
Sample 14-day itinerary
Fully customisable — change parks, lodges, dates or pace.
Day 1
Arrival in Arusha
Arrive at Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO), private transfer to your Arusha lodge, trip briefing over dinner.
Day 2
Ngorongoro game drives
Full day exploring Ngorongoro Crater with your private guide. Sundowner back at camp.
Day 3
Ngorongoro game drives
Full day exploring Ngorongoro Crater with your private guide. Sundowner back at camp.
Day 4
Ngorongoro game drives
Full day exploring Ngorongoro Crater with your private guide. Sundowner back at camp.
Day 5
Ngorongoro game drives
Full day exploring Ngorongoro Crater with your private guide. Sundowner back at camp.
Day 6
Ngorongoro game drives
Full day exploring Ngorongoro Crater with your private guide. Sundowner back at camp.
Day 7
Ngorongoro game drives
Full day exploring Ngorongoro Crater with your private guide. Sundowner back at camp.
Day 8
Ngorongoro game drives
Full day exploring Ngorongoro Crater with your private guide. Sundowner back at camp.
Day 9
Ngorongoro game drives
Full day exploring Ngorongoro Crater with your private guide. Sundowner back at camp.
Day 10
Ngorongoro game drives
Full day exploring Ngorongoro Crater with your private guide. Sundowner back at camp.
Day 11
Ngorongoro game drives
Full day exploring Ngorongoro Crater with your private guide. Sundowner back at camp.
Day 12
Ngorongoro game drives
Full day exploring Ngorongoro Crater with your private guide. Sundowner back at camp.
Day 13
Ngorongoro game drives
Full day exploring Ngorongoro Crater with your private guide. Sundowner back at camp.
Day 14
Return to Arusha
Final morning game drive in Ngorongoro, lunch on the road, transfer to Arusha or JRO for your onward flight.
Parks you'll visit
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Tarangire
- Ngorongoro
Who this trip is for
- First-time safari travellers
- Couples and small groups
- Anyone wanting ngorongoro crater as the focus
What's included
- Private 4×4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
- Senior English-speaking driver-guide
- All park, conservation and concession fees
- All meals on safari (B/L/D) and bottled water in the vehicle
- Airport transfers in Arusha or Kilimanjaro (JRO)
- Government taxes and 24/7 ground concierge
FAQ
Is 14 days enough for Ngorongoro?+
Yes. 14 days gives you 12 full game-viewing days in Ngorongoro plus arrival/departure time. Add more days if you want to combine with other parks.
What's the best month for a 14-day Ngorongoro safari?+
June through October for dry-season game viewing. January-February for calving in the south. November-December for value and green-season light.
How much is a 14-day Ngorongoro safari?+
From USD 5,400 per person sharing on a private mid-range trip. Luxury lodges run roughly 2-3× higher.
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