$1,500 pp (USD)
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Crater Explorer Tours And Safaris
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- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2017)
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range tours that can start every day
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Crater Explorer Tours and Safaris is a fully registered company owned and managed by wildlife and travel enthusiasts. We are a professional company that is well equipped to give you an unforgettable experience on exciting safaris and mountain climbing expeditions throughout East Africa including Tanzania and Zanzibar, Kenya and Uganda. Our company was founded in 2015 and we are a proud member of Tanzania Association of Tour Operators (TATO). Based in Arusha, Tanzania, our experienced team has specialised in customising exciting itineraries with multiple destinations, exhilarating safari adventures and unique accommodations ranging from camping to luxury lodges. All to tailor a vacation that suits your lifestyle and budget. If you wish, we also arrange hotel bookings and domestic transfers by air, boat and land. We are proud to say that we always maintain to provide a high level of service and value fast-paced communication. It is important to us that our guests feel in good hands. We are passionate about Africa and believe that our diverse cultures, landscapes, and wildlife are our greatest assets. Therefore, it is important for us to offer responsible and sustainable tourism. We endeavour to introduce our clients to the natural wonders and beauty of Africa as well as more obvious tourist attractions.
Reviews350
PT
Trustworthy operator with an amazing staff
First I would like to say that I could not be happier with my experience with Crater Explorer. Since the first time we got in touch until the moment he dropped us off at the airport, Emmanuel was always responsive and easy to communicate with. He even went out of his way to help us paying for a dinner by lending us money because we did not have Tanzanian shillings.
The hotel we stayed at in Arusha (Venice hotel) was clean and the food was good so basically what you need for a 1 night stay before and after the Safari.
The Safari in itself is something I will not try to evaluate because I do not have words that can describe what I lived through. What I can talk about is the two members of the Crater Explorer crew who accompanied us throughout the 4 days and the places we spent our nights in.
Charles, the guide, is just a chill guy who loves to drive around and see some animals. He clearly had a trained eye as he was able to find animals while driving that we easily missed. I also found it really impressive how he was able to answer all the questions the group threw at him. I can tell he is a great professional and also a very good and safe driver which is very important in Tanzania.
The other member is Emmanuel, the “stomach engineer”, a truly loving and caring person. He cooked us some really great dishes and the quantity was always more than enough. I would sometimes compare the food we were eating to other groups and I could tell we were very well served. On the first night, my partner had a stomach issue (most likely traveler’s diarrhea) and Emmanuel made sure she ate the right things for the rest of the trip. On top of that he made her a ginger tea which even though was really hard to drink, got the job done and she did not have any more issues.
In terms of sleeping conditions, the first night we slept in Jambo Campsite and Lodge. The room was clean and comfortable. The second night was spent in Seronera Campsite, right in the middle of the Serengeti. In this area the water and energy supplies are limited. In the final night we stayed at Ngorongoro Simba Public Campsite and there I lived through one of the most exciting experiences of my life. The camp sits on top of the Crater, it has great views and a very vast and soft grass floor. For this reason, the camp gets crowded with buffalos and zebras. Sleeping in a tent surrounded by buffalos ripping grass out of the floor right next to my ear is something I could have never imagined doing but will never forget for the rest of my life. The water and electricity work perfectly in this camp.
Thank you Crater Explorer for providing me with a lifetime experience. I will forever be thankful and will always recommend.
HK
Don't believe all the positive comments in the agency's page. It won't show negative comments!
I participated in a 6-day safari tour in June, being the first group to join the tour. I reached an agreement with Emanuel, the owner of the company. However, upon my arrival, Emanuel informed me that all plans from Day 2 to Day 6 had been altered to accommodate the group tour. Since we were the first to join, the agency should have coordinated the second party to fit into our original schedule, not the other way around. Emanuel claimed that it made no difference, but how could that be true?
The first issue was that we had to depart at 6 a.m. on the second day, following over 13 hours of travel the previous day. According to Emanuel, our original departure time was scheduled for 9:30 a.m., based on the initial itinerary. The second issue was that we had to make a return trip to Ngorongoro and visit the area twice, which was unnecessary according to our original plans.
Emanuel's claim that we were not the first party to join the tour is untruthful. If we had not been the first, it would be even more dishonest to accept our original itinerary, knowing full well that it was not feasible.
Emanuel is solely a businessman with no regard for customer satisfaction; his focus is only on money. He shows no respect for the agreement we made. I have traveled to more than 20 countries, and regardless of whether it's a group tour or a private tour, my schedule has never been changed at the last minute without my consent. I do not recommend this agency for group tours unless you are prepared for your itinerary to be altered at any time without notice. And, of course, he will tell you that it makes no difference!
NL
Amazing
The 5-day safari was truly a wonderful adventure! We were out every day spotting the most amazing wildlife, with Waldon as our driver, who knows the bush like the back of his hand. He took us to the best spots to see lions, elephants, and even leopards. The cook was also wonderful — every evening the meals were delicious, fresh, and prepared with love. Highly recommended for anyone who wants to experience the wilderness at its best!
NL
Perfect!⭐️
I really enjoyed the 5-day safari. Waldon was the perfect driver: calm, experienced, and passionate about nature. He shared a lot of knowledge about the animals and the park, making the drive even more special. The cook also deserves a huge compliment; every day he prepared tasty food, right in the bush. I felt completely cared for, surrounded by wildlife and delicious food. It’s a trip you’ll never forget!
DE
All perfect organized and the staff very very kind
All perfect organized and the staff very very kind
Other Safaris & Tours28 – Offered by Crater Explorer Tours And Safaris
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3-Day Shared Safari Lodge Serengeti/ Ngorongoro Crater
$990 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Shared tour (max 6 people per vehicle)
Mid-range Tented Bush CampYou Visit: Arusha (Start), Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha (End)
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6-Day Mid-Range Shared Group Tanzania Safari
$1,793 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Shared tour (max 6 people per vehicle)
Mid-range Lodge & Tented Bush CampYou Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara NP, Arusha (End)
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5-Day Camping Shared Safari Four Parks Game Viewing
$902 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Shared tour (max 6 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara NP, Arusha (End)
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4-Day Mid-Range Safari Private Unforgettable
$1,579 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha (End)
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4-Day Private - Camping Four Parks Game Viewing
$1,254 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourBudgetCamping
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Lake Manyara NP, Serengeti NP, Karatu (Town), Tarangire NP, Arusha (End)
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5-Day Mid-Range Private Safari Two Nights Serengeti
$1,892 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP, Central Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara NP, Arusha (End)
