Crater Explorer Tours And Safaris
- Located In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2019)
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $185 to $550 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
Best safari i have been on, Had the most understanding tour guide and very kind and good at his job
Our experience was very good, i saw way more animals than i was expecting and our tour guide, timothy, was excellent and a nice chef who made very tasty food
IE
Email Anthea | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Outstanding service and memories for a lifetime.
When looking for our safari, I researched a number of tour companies. I chose Crater Explorers because they offered great value for money and Emanuel’s communication was friendly. quick and informative.
When we arrived at Kilimanjaro airport Emanuel was there to great us with a welcoming smile. We decided on the 4 day safari, taking in Tarangire NP, the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater. Our guide Timot was safe on the roads, friendly, reliable and extremely knowledgeable without being over the top. He knew the beautiful landscape and the animals of his country like the back of his hand. We seen the Big 5, the ugly 5 and much much more! My highlights were the lion cub eating, the baby elephant being scared of a bird and spotting the elusive Leopard walking along a rock face.
We could not have got through the 4 days without the delightful chef, Emmanuel, who offered us variety and an abundance of food which was fresh and delicious. Thank you all for an amazing and unforgettable experience.
IT
Email Alessia | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect tour operator
The tour was amazing! Communication before and during the tour was great. This company has very competitive options for campings and lodges. We chose the camping (4 days/3nights) and it was simply perfect. Emanuel is very responsive. The driver Timo and the chef Emanuel are super kind and happy to explain when you have questions. Overall, I highly recommend a safari experience with crater explorer!
Fantastic
A fantastic experience. We went on a 4-day (3-night) camping safari. Highly recommended; the driver and chef were fantastic.
Email Sophie | under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing 4 day safari adventure!
had an amazing 4 day safari adventure, seeing the big 5, and loads more animals! The lodges arranged for me were superb, and overall the experience was great from start to finish! Emanuel was amazing, always responsive and ready to help!
JP
Email ok | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A way to see the wildebeest river crossing and the Big Five while keeping the price down.
From July 25th to 30th, 2026, two of us participated in a 6-day, 5-night tour. We obtained quotes from about four companies before booking, but Crater Explorer Tours & Safaris was the cheapest and best met our requirements, so we chose them. Our desired conditions were as follows:
* A 6-day tour
* A lodge or tent lodge with beds, private bathroom, and hot shower, rather than basic public camping
* A trip to Kogatende/Mara River in the northern Serengeti to witness the wildebeest river migration
The price was US$3,600 for two people during the high season. This was about US$300-500 cheaper than other companies' quotes. (Apparently, the cost is higher than usual because it includes two nights in the Serengeti and a trip to the northern Serengeti.)
The actual tour was a shared vehicle with four other groups, and it seemed that participants were gathered through multiple tour companies.
The places we actually stayed were listed below:
• Marera Valley Lodge
• Shuhudia Adventure Camp
• Ngorongoro Tortilis Camp
• Jambo Lodge & Camping Site
Jambo Lodge & Camping Site was downgraded because the company explained on the afternoon of the tour that "the lodge originally planned for us had been broken into the previous night by thieves, and the accommodation was changed for security reasons."
The vehicle had shoddy windows compared to other companies and broke down twice due to poor maintenance, but such troubles are part of the fun of a safari, so it wasn't a problem.
Apparently, vehicle troubles are actually quite common.
(If you want a higher grade of vehicle and accommodation, or want to avoid trouble as much as possible, I think paying for a more expensive plan would be stress-free.)
Overall, we were able to see the wildebeest river crossing, the Big Five, and numerous lions and elephants. While the facilities and vehicle were commensurate with the price, we were able to fully experience the wildlife and scenery of the Serengeti, and spent six days like being in the world of The Lion King, so we were satisfied with the tour.
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Email Helena | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
4 days Safari to see the best places
The company is serious and helpful.
We spent a good trip. The food was good and the vacation confortable.
FR
Email Leandri | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very nice experience with Crater Tours
This was my first safari, and it was a marvelous experience .
Organisation of the trip was absolutely ok. A special thanks to our guides, Charles, Asman, and and our special chief Emmanuel. All of them were warmfull, kindly answered all my questions and professional. Emmanuel fed us so nicely and is able to cook pizzas in the middle of the savanna !
The lodge and camps was ok, especially the camp above Ngorongoro crater, so beautiful.
We saw everything we wanted to see ! Plenty of animals of course but also so amazing landscapes !
There are many safari companies to choose from, notably very big companies. I am pleased that we chose this one. I would highly recommend this company to my friends and family. Thank you for such a wonderful experience!
DE
Email Felix | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable adventure
From the very first contact, Emanuel made planning our safari completely stress-free. As first-time visitors to Africa, we had many questions, but everything was handled with professionalism and care. The entire trip was seamless, and every part of the itinerary worked flawlessly. It was an unforgettable adventure, and we couldn’t have asked for a better tour operator. Thank you, Emanuel and Crater Explorer—highly recommended!
DE
Email Paulina | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best Experience ever !
Our first trip to Africa exceeded every expectation we had. We were a little nervous before the trip, but Emanuel took care of absolutely everything, and every detail was perfectly organized from start to finish. Everything ran even better than we could have imagined. As they say in Tanzania, Hakuna Matata! Thank you, Emanuel, for making this such an unforgettable experience. We highly recommend Crater Explorer to anyone planning a safari.