NGORONGORO CONSERVATION AREA
The crater created when a massive volcano exploded and collapsed on itself approximately two to three million years back, forming a natural enclosure measuring of 600meters deep and a floor which covers an area of 260 km. Within the crater lies a stunning ecosystem, including ravine forests, lose plains, freshwater and alkaline lakes which magnetize a number of wildlife and Africa’s Big Five which can be spotted on the safari. Apart from the crater the Ngororngoro is surrounded by highlands that creat othere beautiful landscapes , inside the Conservation Area is where the first mans skull was discovered in the olduvai gorge also known as the Oldupai gorge the place is where the remains of the first mans skull are found and well preserved . The following are the hidglands and ither craters found at Ngorongoro conservation area.
NGORONGORO – BULATI
A drive to Naiyobi Maasai village near Olmoth Crater where you’ll drop off from the jeep. Our Maasai guide will meet you to go on a beautiful hike across the magnificent Embulbul depression. Along the way you’ll visit a Maasai village and also take some time to learn their way of life. The Maasai are World famous for their rich cultural heritage. You will see some wildlife along the trail (No lions though).
The hike is non strenuous and takes about 7 hours to cross the depression. Evening free at the camp or go dancing with the Maasai worriers.
BULATI MAASAI VILLAGE – EMPAKAAI CRATER
Hike to the rim of Empakaai Crater and down to the Crater floor. The Empakaai Crater is one of the most beautiful places on the Crater Highlands. Much of the crater floor is covered by a jewel like lake. Walk along the lakeshore teeming with thousands of pink flamingos. The eerie lake, the occasional hyena chasing flamingoes, the wild sounds. Our guide from Adventure Kaskazini will tell you more about the Ngorongoro conservation area and its magnificent uniqueness