Ngorongoro

Ngorongoro Conservation Area is found in the Northern part of Tanzania and a top tourist attraction in the country. The conservation Area was declared as a UNESCO Heritage site in the year 1979 due to its unique diversity filled with animals, highlands, forests and people. Ngorongoro conservation area is a home to a wide range of wildlife and the most unique feature and top tourist attraction here is the Ngorongoro crater which was formed over 2 million years ago and it was named by the Masai after the Ngoro-Ngoo-Ngoro sounds which were made by the grazing animals in the area . It is also a home to major sites in Tanzania like Olduvai gorge which is referred to as the cradle of mankind. Ngorongoro is bordered by the Serengeti National park and they share the Ndutu Area where most of the calving of the animals before the great migration occurs. A trip to Ngorongoro will give you a chance to explore all the sites, wildlife as you enjoy your ‘me’ time in the several camps around.

How did Ngorongoro Crater Form

The Ngorongoro crater was formed millions of years ago when a volcano erupted on itself forming the caldera. Before the formation of the crater, the standing volcano was said to be of the same size as the Kilimanjaro Mountain but 20 million years ago, the eastern side of the African continent started getting cracks and this softened the earth’s crust which led to the formation of the molten lava which caused the eruption of the volcano. When it erupted, the volcano collapsed on its self which led to the formation of the current Ngorongoro crater.

Wild Animals Found in Ngorongoro

Ngorongoro crater is a home to thousands of animals that are found in the different parts of the national park. the caldera is the best place to watch these animals since it acts as a home to various animals. Ngorongoro has over 25,000 animals with an estimation of about 30 black rhinos, 4000 zebras, 7000 wildebeests, 3000 elands, 60 lions, 6000 spotted hyenas and over 300 elephants and this is because of the vast grasslands, water sources and the conducive weather experienced in the park. A large number of predators are easily seen within the caldera and the best time to see all these animals is during the dry season.

Best Time To Visit Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro crater is one those places that must be visited by everyone who goes for a safari in Tanzania. The caldera can be visited all throughout the year although in most cases it depends on the activities that one wants to carry out like game viewing, hiking, birding and many more others.