Distance/Time: ~90 km | 2-hour drive.

Scenic drive toward the Great Rift Valley escarpment into the Lake Eyasi basin. Afternoon walk along the salt lake shores, birdwatching, and meeting local community guides ahead of the early-morning cultural tracking.

Overnight: Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge / Kisima Ngeda Camp.

Distance/Time: ~60 km | 1.5 hours drive to Crater Rim.

Early dawn hunting expedition with the Hadzabe bushmen (one of Africa’s last hunter-gatherer tribes), learning traditional tracking, bow-making, and bush survival skills. Visit the skilled Datoga blacksmiths to see traditional metal smelting and arrow crafting. Afternoon drive into the Ngorongoro highlands.

Overnight: Rhino Lodge / Ngorongoro Farm House (Mid-Range) or Ngorongoro Crater Lodge (Luxury).

Distance/Time: ~160 km | 3.5-hour drive.

Early 600m descent into Ngorongoro Crater floor for a 5-hour Big Five search (high probability of black rhino). Afternoon ascent and transit through the Olduvai area into Central Serengeti (Seronera Valley) with an evening game drive.

Overnight: Thorn Tree Camp / Central Serengeti Camp (Mid-Range) or Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge (Luxury).

Sunrise game drive tracking predators across the Seronera River valley and rocky kopjes. Full day exploring endless plains with picnic lunches in the wild. Optional dawn Hot Air Balloon Safari ($600/pax).

Overnight: Same as Day 4.

Distance/Time: ~330 km | 6–7 hours drive back (or optional flight upgrade from Seronera Airstrip).

Sunrise game drive exiting the Serengeti. Scenic drive back across the highlands to Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for evening flight connections.

Yes, we allow date changes, subject to availability and our booking terms. If you need to reschedule, please notify us as soon as possible. Changes made within a specific time frame (e.g., 30 days before departure) may incur an additional fee, depending on accommodations and services already reserved.

We understand that plans can change. Our cancellation policy allows flexibility depending on the notice period. For detailed terms, we’ll provide all booking conditions during the reservation process, ensuring transparency and peace of mind.

Our cancellation and refund policy is designed to offer flexibility:

• 60+ days before departure: Full refund minus a small administrative fee.
• 30–59 days before departure: 50% refund.
• Less than 30 days before departure: Non-refundable.
  However, we recommend travel insurance to cover unexpected cancellations due to emergencies.

Yes, you can request changes to your itinerary, such as adding activities, extending your stay, or altering accommodations. Changes are subject to availability and may incur additional costs. Please contact us as early as possible to make adjustments.

To confirm your safari booking, a deposit of 30–50% (depending on the package) is required at the time of reservation. The remaining balance is typically due 30 days before your safari begins. We’ll provide detailed payment instructions and receipts for your records.

Yes, travel insurance is highly recommended to cover unforeseen events such as cancellations, medical emergencies, or trip interruptions. Many travel insurance policies also cover safari-specific needs like evacuation and loss of belongings.

Absolutely! We offer family-friendly safaris with activities tailored for kids, including shorter game drives, cultural experiences, and accommodations with family rooms. Your children will love learning about wildlife and nature in a safe and engaging environment.

At Private Explorers, sustainability is at the core of our operations. We:

• Support local communities by contributing 20% of profits to projects like Tuleeni Children’s Home.
• Partner with eco-friendly lodges and camps that prioritize renewable energy, water conservation, and waste management.
• Minimize environmental impact through low-impact safari practices and promoting responsible wildlife viewing.