Crater Explorer Tours And Safaris
- Located In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2017)
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $185 to $550 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Daniela | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Friendly and accomodating operator trying to fullfill all our wishes.
Our experience with Crater Explorer was very good. The communication with Emanuel the owner was always swift and to the point and very convenient via email. Upon arrival he explained us the details of the tour again and asked for any additional wishes.
The guide on our Safari was Frank - a freelance guide which is very common in Tanzania. He was extremely knowledgeable, always friendly, accomodating our wishes and fun. Everything was as expected by the tour description upfront. The Jeep was comfortable with a rooftop to pop open.
The accomodations were good - clean and spacious rooms, local food mostly as buffet for breakfast and dinner and a warm lunchbox every day on safari. Only on our first and last night in Arusha it was a B&B where we paid for dinner which was very affordable.
All in all a great value for money and we would definetely do it again!
The tour we did was starting with 1 night in Arusha upon arrival, 1 day Tarangire NP with a sleep over at Karatu Farm of Dreams Lodge, 2 nights in Serengeti Heritage Camp with the first day being a half day game drive en route passing by Ngorongoro Crater Rim and half day Southern Serengeti game drive. The second day in Serengeti was a full day game drive in central Serengeti. 1 day in Ngorongoro Crater floor and 1 day cumtural experience visiting the Hadza, Daatoga and Maasai tribe. After 1 night in Arusha we went to see the Materuni waterfall and a coffee tour. Upon request Emanuel also organized a hotel for our last night in Tanzania before going to the airport the following morning.
We saw tons of wild animals - all the big 5. Definetely a great tour for 5 days!
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Email Kevin | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Everything was great, trip of a lifetime!
I booked a non-private budget three day safari a few months in advance with Emmanuel. He picked me up from the airport and took me to a nice hotel for the night. Early the next morning he had a driver pick me up and drive me to a Bed and Breakfast about an hour away where I had breakfast and met my guide and the others who would be with me on the safari. After breakfast we drove to the Serengeti for a game drive and then camped overnight. The next morning we had another game drive and then drove to the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater where we camped again. The next day we did a game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater and after I was taken back to Arusha and to the same hotel I stayed at the first night. The next day a driver picked me up and took me to a Maasai market and then dropped me off at my next stop of my journey.
The animal sightings were amazing! I saw so many animals and many were really close! A female lion and her 7 cubs walked within feet of us! our guide did not drive up to them, but instead parked and waited knowing they path they would most likely take and he was right! The Elephants were amazing!!!!
We stayed in budget campgrounds as I requested, but they were heavy duty tents and they were set up before you got there. Every meal was hot, delicious, and prepared at the campground... I still have no clue how they pulled that off! I am still blown away by how much I got - 4 nights lodging (a night in a hotel before and after the trip and 2 nights camping), 8 hot meals, professional guides, transportation, 3 days of game drives, and memories to last a lifetime and all of the for a very very reasonable price
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Email Marie | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent service!
Crater Explorer Tours and Safaris is a very professional tour operator!
Emanuel got in contact with us very quickly and helped us a lot organizing our tour and what suits us the best.
We would highly recommend booking your safari in Tansania with Emanuel.
A once in a lifetime experience
We have done a three day safari with John - our awesome guide and driver. We were extremely lucky to see all big 5 and sooo many other animals. Especially the Ngorongoro crater was an experience of a lifetime - truely amazing place to visit. Our cook took great care about our stomachs. In the mornings we could see beautiful sunrises above the lake Manyara. Everything was very well organised - from airport pickup to the accomodations during the safari (budget - in traditional igloos) and after that (hotel in Arusha). Sometimes you must be Hakuna matata but the overall experience was great.
If we come back again for another safari trip, we will choose Crater again for sure.
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Email Stavros G | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent service
We had a great 3-day safari. The staff and accommodations were very good.
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Email Marek | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
3days budget safari
We have 3 days safari with first and last night in hotel.
Organisation was really good, we have all information with all the details about every single day, our guide John was always "hakuna matata" and really helpfull, thanks to him we saw and learnt so much. Food was really good (vegeterian no problem) When I will go back on safari again I will not have to search for any other company. i will go with Crater again.
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Email Adrian | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great Safari
I was lucky enough to go on a four day safari that proved to be absolutely breathtaking and unforgettable. This safari was an unforgettable adventure that far exceeded all my expectations.
Our journey began with a warm welcome from the safari team. The guide was extremely knowledgeable and shared interesting information about the wildlife and the surrounding area. The accommodation was comfortable and the evening meal was delicious.
In general, we observed the fascinating wildlife in their natural environment. We were lucky enough to see elephants, lions, giraffes and many other animals up close. The safari vehicles were perfectly equipped for wildlife viewing.
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Email Claudia | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The tour operator is well organized and trustworthy
Amazing safari experience!
We enjoyed every single moment. The tour was very well organized and we never faced any problems. The communication with Emanuel was working without any problem and we could relax and enjoy the safari. I can recommend this safari!
Thanks for everything.
Email peace | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Great tour
Well organized tour. We enjoyed every moment. Thanks!
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Email Lorissa | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Emanuel, our tour operator was professional, friendly, communicative and organized.
AMAZING!!!! I would give Crater Explorers 10 stars if I could. Our experience was absolutely amazing from start to finish. Emanuel had great communication with my husband to arrange the whole safari. We had transportation and accomodations set up for us with no issues. The safari was everything we could ask for and more. Our tour guide was so knowledgeable of everywhere we went, as well as all the animals. Every night's accomodations were perfect and the staff at every lodge was amazing and so friendly. The food was also good throughout the entire trip! Emanuel was even kind enough to meet with us after our safari to make sure everything went smoothly and we were satisfied. I highly highly recommend booking with Crater Explorers for an amazing and stress free safari experience! It was worth every penny we spent! Go boom your tour now!
