Pricing is where most people freeze up. They either undercharge and resent the trip, or overcharge and get no takers.
Here's the framework I use:
Step 1: Calculate your hard costs. Accommodation + transport + activities + meals + guide fees + your deposit to suppliers = Total Cost Per Person
Step 2: Add your profit margin. I recommend 25–40% margin for a new operator. This covers your time, marketing, and risk.
Step 3: Check the market. Search what comparable trips cost. You don't need to be the cheapest — you need to be clearly worth it.
Step 4: Pick a number that feels good. Confidence in your price comes through. If you apologize for it, people feel it.
Example: Hard costs = $1,200/person. Add 30% = $1,560. Round up to $1,597 or $1,650.
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