Tour Overview
The Rhino Track Expedition is a 3-day Ngorongoro Crater safari crafted for travelers seeking a rare encounter with Africa’s critically endangered black rhino.
Set within one of the most dramatic and wildlife-rich calderas on Earth, this safari maximizes your chances of spotting rhinos while enjoying Tanzania’s iconic wildlife: lions, elephants, buffalo, flamingos, hippos, and more.
Early morning crater descents, expert guides, and crater-rim lodge stays create an intimate and focused safari experience ideal for photographers, conservation enthusiasts, and wildlife lovers.
Itinerary
Depart Arusha and drive through the Great Rift Valley toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Stop at panoramic viewpoints before arriving at your crater-rim lodge. Enjoy the breathtaking views and prepare for early morning rhino tracking the following day.
Activities
- Drive Arusha → Ngorongoro Conservation Area
- Scenic viewpoints
- Sunset crater-rim relaxation
Descend into the crater shortly after sunrise for a full-day wildlife experience. Track black rhinos as they graze near acacia thickets or open plains. Your guide will help locate lions, elephants, flamingos, zebras, and hippos. Enjoy a picnic lunch at the hippo pool before returning to your lodge on the rim.
Activities
- Early crater descent
- Rhino tracking
- Wildlife viewing (lions, elephants, flamingos, etc.)
- Picnic lunch by hippo pool
Enjoy one last morning crater lookout or a short game drive (time permitting). Begin the drive back to Arusha, with stops for photos or souvenirs along the way. Conclude your 3-day rhino safari with drop-off at your hotel or at the airport.
Activities
- Optional morning crater viewpoint / game drive
- Drive Ngorongoro → Arusha
- Drop-off
