Empakaai Crater is a deep, forest-rimmed volcanic crater in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area containing a flamingo lake. The walk down into the crater and around the lake is one of the most spectacular hikes in East Africa, requiring a local guide and overnight in the area.
Trail facts
- Best season
- June–October
Highlights
- Crater forest
- Flamingo lake at crater floor
- Buffalo and colobus monkeys
- Views to Kilimanjaro
Tips for visiting
- Rarely visited — a true off-the-beaten-path gem
- Combine with Olduvai Gorge on a multi-day NCA itinerary