Ngorongoro by Reinhard Kunkel is a visually stunning coffee table book that captures the rich biodiversity and dramatic landscapes of Tanzania’s Ngorongoro Crater. Published by HarperCollins, this hardcover edition features Kunkel’s exceptional wildlife photography, documenting over five years of immersive fieldwork in one of Africa’s most ecologically diverse regions.​

The book showcases intimate and dynamic images of a wide array of species, including elephants, lions, rhinos, buffalo, hippos, flamingos, and servals. Kunkel’s photographs depict animals in various behaviors—mating, hunting, raising young, and interacting with their environment. His long-term presence in the crater allowed him to capture rare and candid moments, such as buffalo herds confronting lions, jackals and vultures disputing over a kill, and flamingos feeding on blue-green algae.​

Beyond wildlife, Ngorongoro also explores the geological and cultural significance of the crater, often referred to as the “eighth wonder of the world.” The book includes a 16-page section on the Maasai people, providing insight into the human history intertwined with this unique ecosystem.​

This edition is notable for its large format (approximately 14.25 x 10.75 inches), high-quality printing, and limited release of 5,000 copies worldwide, making it a prized collector’s item.​

Reinhard Kunkel, born in Berlin in 1942, transitioned from economics to wildlife photography after his first African safari. His work has been featured in publications like National Geographic, Stern, and BBC Wildlife Magazine, and he has produced several wildlife documentaries.​

For those interested in African wildlife, conservation, or photography, Ngorongoro offers a profound visual journey into one of the continent’s most extraordinary natural habitats.​