Standard safaris often follow rigid schedules with group vehicles. Our custom tours are designed around your specific interests, such as photographing particular species like the elusive quetzal in Costa Rica or Tasmanian devils. You receive a private vehicle and guide, allowing for maximum flexibility in the field to wait for the perfect light or behavioral moment.
The journey begins with a personal call with Suzi to discuss your interests and dream destination.
From there, she will craft a customized itinerary, curating a one-of-a-kind wildlife adventure
tailored just for you. It’s easy! Simply contact us to get started.
Our custom safaris are perfect for families with children. Many of our carefully selected destinations are not only kid-friendly but also feature lodges and camps that offer engaging programs designed to keep young adventurers entertained between activities. These programs provide enriching opportunities to learn about wildlife and local culture in a fun and engaging way.
Yes. We specialize in private tours for individuals, couples, and small groups, such as the 5-person Arlene Davis group in Costa Rica. Because these are custom itineraries, we can build the trip around your preferred travel dates, such as the November Okavango Delta tour or the January East Africa expedition.
While the itineraries are designed by a professional wildlife photographer to maximize sightings, they are equally suited for nature lovers who want a deep, unhurried experience. We prioritize locations with high animal density and low crowds, such as private conservancies in the Masai Mara, to ensure an intimate viewing experience regardless of your equipment.
The level of instruction depends on the specific tour structure. Many of our private tours include the services of expert local guides who understand the needs of photographers. For specific expeditions, Suzi Eszterhas provides hands-on guidance to help you master wildlife composition and technical settings in the field.
Suzi’s tours sell out early, but we do get cancellations. Just email us to get on a waitlist. And make sure to sign up to our mailing list to receive tour announcements.
The Great Migration is mobile, and our tours utilize camps like Wilderness Usawa Serengeti that follow the herds’ path with precision. This ensures you are at the heart of the action for wildebeest crossings and predator activity.
Tasmania offers rare species found nowhere else. Our itineraries focus on Tasmanian devils, eastern quolls, wombats, echidnas, and platypuses. We include private visits to sanctuaries like Bonorong and Trowunna to guarantee close-up photography opportunities.
Our clients often stay at lodges that offer expansive decks, private plunge pools, and indoor/outdoor showers, providing a luxury base within the floodplains of Botswana.
Our comprehensive pricing generally includes luxury accommodation, bush flights, private guides and vehicles, laundry services, and most meals and beverages. Specific inclusions vary by destination; for example, our East Africa tour includes a hot air balloon ride and entry fees to the Karen Blixen Museum.
No. To allow guests the flexibility to use miles or choose their preferred airline, international flights to the starting destination (such as Maun, Kilimanjaro, or San Jose) are not included. We do, however, handle all internal “bush flights” and regional transfers required by the itinerary.
Internal bush flights often have strict weight limits due to the small aircraft used for transfers to camps like Vumbura Plains or Mara Plains. While specific allowances vary, some tours include a 30-pound checked luggage limit. We can often arrange for extra luggage allowance or storage if your international flights require more gear.
Despite the remote nature of camps like Usawa or Chitabe, we provide high-end dining tailored to your needs. Most itineraries include all meals (BLD) and beverages, including alcohol, with menus often featuring locally sourced or organic ingredients.
For remote expeditions, such as our East Africa private safari, medical evacuation insurance is a mandatory requirement for all guests. This ensures that even in isolated areas like the Serengeti or the Osa Peninsula, you have access to emergency care if needed.
Timing is dependent on the target species and region. For example, we run specialized November tours in the Okavango Delta to take advantage of the floodplains and January tours in East Africa for optimal Great Migration viewing. Our Costa Rica tours often focus on the February window for rainforest exploration.
Beyond wildlife, our itineraries often include private cultural immersions, such as a visit to a Masai boma or exploring the Karen Blixen Museum and an elephant orphanage in Nairobi.
Sustainability is integrated into our pricing. Costs typically include community conservation fees for private concessions and national park entry fees, as seen in our Tasmania and Botswana programs. In Tasmania, your tour includes direct donations to the Bonorong and Trowunna Wildlife Sanctuaries.
