Per Person Sharing(Per person sharing)
Per person sharing (pps) is the standard pricing format in the safari industry, quoting the nightly rate per guest based on two people sharing a room or tent. It is the default unit used in lodge rate sheets.
Per person sharing rates assume double occupancy. When a client travels alone, they pay the per-person-sharing rate plus a single supplement to cover the unoccupied half of the room. When three people share (if the room type allows), a third-person rate or child rate may apply.
For operators, working in per-person-sharing rates requires careful math when quoting groups, families, and solo travelers. Itinerary pricing must correctly handle different room configurations and apply the right supplements.
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Related terms
Single Supplement
A single supplement is the additional charge applied when one guest occupies a room designed for two. It covers the revenue the lodge loses from the empty second bed.
Rack Rate
The rack rate is the published, full-price rate for an accommodation — before any trade discounts, commissions, or special offers are applied. It is the "retail" price that a walk-in guest or direct booker would pay.
Net Rate
A net rate is the discounted, trade-only price that a lodge or supplier offers to tour operators and DMCs. It is lower than the rack rate and is not visible to end clients.
Full Board
Full board (FB) is an accommodation rate that includes the room plus all three meals — breakfast, lunch, and dinner. It is the most common meal plan basis in the safari industry.
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