What a Tanzania safari costs depends on the kind of trip you choose. Prices start at about $200 per person per day for basic safari packages. More luxurious or exclusive tours run from $1000-$2500 per person per day.
Three things set the price: the style of safari, how many days you travel and how many people are in your group. A budget safari, a lodge safari and a luxury safari sit at very different price points, and the length of the trip and the size of your group decide the final figure.
Here is the Tanzania Safari Price by travel style:
- Tanzania budget camping safari: $200 – $350 per person per day
- Mid-range Tanzania lodge safari: $400 – $550 per person per day
- Luxury Tanzania safari: $600 – $2500 per person per day
Tanzania safari types: group, private or self-drive?
You have three broad choices. You can join a group safari, drive yourself, or book a private safari tailor-made for you.
Group safaris
A group safari costs less than one of our customized safaris, but you get less flexibility and less privacy. Self-drive and private safaris can both be built around the lodges and activities you prefer, so you have more say.
On a group safari you share the game drives and fit in with the group’s schedule. Most people pick it to split the cost across everyone on the tour. Some also like the chance to make friends and meet new people on the way.
Private Tailor Made Safaris
A private safari is your own trip, planned around your interests and your timing. It gets more affordable when you are traveling as a group of 4 or more. Even for a smaller party the extra cost can be worth it, especially if you want a specialist guide who speaks your language. Private trips also suit groups with special interests such as hiking, photography and birding.
We think a private tour is the best way to do a Tanzania Safari. Honeymoon, family holiday or a few close friends: a private safari lets you have the trip you had in mind.
Self-drive safaris
Self-drive can be the cheapest option if you research and plan carefully. In Tanzania, though, it often isn’t the cheapest way to go.
Driving yourself also means organising everything yourself. You will spend a lot of time reading reviews and booking lodges, and then you have to find them. Roads in remote parts of Tanzania are often unmarked, and finding your way is very hard if you don’t speak fluent Swahili.
Tanzania safari cost by category
Tanzania Flying Safari Cost (US$ 650 – US$ 1550)
On a flying Tanzania Safari you hire a private charter flight for your family or group and view the game within the national parks. We see this as the best Tanzania Safari option if your budget allows. A charter plane doesn’t give you the same view as a Serengeti Hot Air Balloon Safari, though. If the view from the air matters to you, add a balloon flight.
Tanzania Honeymoon Safari Cost (US$ 195 – US$ 650)
Tanzania is one of the best places in Africa for a honeymoon. So how much does a Tanzania honeymoon safari cost? $350pp/night for a budget camping safari, $490 – $550pp/night for a mid-range lodge safari, and $990 – $2500 pp/night for a luxury lodge safari. The Tanzania Safari Cost for a honeymoon depends mostly on where you stay: budget camps, mid-range tented camps or luxury lodges.
Tanzania Family Safari Cost (US$ 250 – US$ 550)
A family safari is a big spend, so here are the figures. How much does a Tanzania family safari cost? A basic camping family safari in Tanzania costs $250 — $350 per person per night. A family lodge safari averages $490 — $2500 per person per night, depending on how comfortable you want the lodges to be.
Tanzania Budget Safari Cost (US$ 200 – US$ 650)
How much does a Tanzania Budget Safari Cost? Our affordable Tanzania Safari Tours start from $350 per person per day. Every one of our Tanzania wildlife safari packages, whether family, budget or honeymoon, is a private trip planned for you.
Luxury Tanzania Tours & Safari Cost (US$ 690 – US$ 2500)
How much does a luxury Tanzania tour and safari cost? A luxury lodge safari in Tanzania costs around $690 – 2500pp/night. These are high-end trips. You stay in 5* hotels and lodges with modern Western design, on an all-inclusive basis.
- 7 Days Tanzania Luxury Safari Cost: $3950 – $8700 per person per tour
- 7 Days Mid-Range Tanzania safari Cost: $3690- $3750 per person per tour
- 7 Days Tanzania Budget safari Cost: $2250 -2350 per person per tour
Tanzania Safari Cost By Destinations
| National Park | Adult Entry/ Day | Entry Fee Per Child (5-15 Years)/Day | Child Entry Fee (Under 5 Years)/Day |
| Serengeti National Park | $70 | $30 | Free |
| Ngorongoro Crater Conservation Area | $70 | $30 | Free |
| Arusha, Tarangire and Lake Manyara National Parks | $50 | $20 | Free |
| Katavi, Mikumi, Ruaha, Rubondo, Saadani, Kitulo, Mkomazi Udzungwa and Saanane National Parks | $30 | $10 | Free |
| Gombe National Park | $100 | $20 | Free |
| Mahale National Park | $80 | $20 | Free |
| Kilimanjaro National Park | $70 | $20 | Free |
Serengeti Safari Cost (US$ 370 – US$ 650)
- Entry fees: from $70 + 18% VAT per adult and $30 + 18% VAT per child (5-15 years) per day. Children under 5 go free.
- 2 Day Safari: from $ 750 USD per person on a budget, or $ 1350 USD at a lodge (mid-range)
- 3 Day Serengeti Safari: from $ 1250 USD per person on a budget, or $ 1650 USD at a lodge (mid-range)
Ngorongoro Crater Safari Cost (US$ 295 – US$ 650)
- Entry fee: US$ 71 per person + 18% VAT. The crater service fee is US$ 300 per vehicle.
- 1 person: US$ 855 for a day trip
- 2 people: US$ 595 each for a day trip
- 3 people: US$ 450 each for a day trip
- 4 – 7 people: US$ 375 each for a day trip
Tarangire Safari Cost (US$60 – US$ 750)
- Entry fee: US$ 60 per person + 18% VAT, plus a service fee of US$ 18 per vehicle.
- 1 person: US$740 for a day trip
- 2 people: US$ 395 each for a day trip
- 3 people: US$ 350 each for a day trip
- 4 – 7 people: US$ 335 each for a day trip
Lake Manyara Safari Cost (US$60 – US$ 750)
- Entry fee: US$ 54 per person + 18% VAT, plus US$ 10 per vehicle + 18% VAT
- 1 person: US$740 for a day trip
- 2 people: US$ 395 each for a day trip
- 3 people: US$ 350 each for a day trip
- 4 – 7 people: US$ 335 each for a day trip
Typical Tanzania safari price per day
| Travel Per Night | Camping Safari/Night | Mid-Range Safari/Night | Luxury Safari/Night |
| Green Season (April to May) | $250 – $385 per night | $450 – $495 per night | $550 – $2500 per night |
| Shoulder Season (January to March, Sometimes June, Oct) | $260 – $365 | $480 – $560 | $900 – $2400 |
| Peak Season July to Sept/October | $250 – $380 | $495 – $690 | $990 – $2690 |
| Zanzibar Beach Holidays | $30 | $10 | Free |
| Serengeti Safari | $450 | $570 | $2450 |
| Ngorongoro Safari | $380 | $550 | $1500 |
| Kilimanjaro National Park | $390 | $650 – $780 | $890 – $1590 |
Tanzania safari tipping guidelines
On Tanzania Safari Holidays your driver-guide travels with you, and on some types of safari a cook or chef comes too. On a tented lodge or lodge safari it is just you and your driver-guide. So how much you tip on your Tanzania Safari depends on the kind of trip.
- Tanzania safari guides: $15 – $25 per customer per day. You are welcome to tip more; there is no upper limit.
- Cook or chef: $15 – $25 per customer per day, or more if you like.
- Mountain guide: $25 per customer per day, or more if you like.
- Porters: $15 per customer per day.
Tanzania safari accommodation cost
Tanzania has everything from basic budget camping to high-end lodges, which is one reason it is such a popular safari destination. Tanzania Budget Accommodation starts from $35 per person per night.
- $200-400 USD per person per day for basic budget accommodation
- $490 USD per person per day for 3-star lodges or hotels
- $690 USD pp per day for 4-star lodges or hotels
- $990+ USD pp per day for 5-star lodges or hotels
Optional extra activities
There is plenty to do in Tanzania besides game drives. These tours and activities give you a break and show you another side of the country.
- Hot Air Ballooning: $500-$600pp
- Guided Walking Safari: $25pp
- Night Safaris: $175pp
- Masai Village Tours: $30-$40pp
- Coffee Farm Visits Around Ngorongoro: $50pp
- Full-Day Hiking And Kayaking Trip To Lake Chala: $250pp
What are you paying for in your Tanzania safari?
Your Tanzania Safari Cost with us includes:
- Round-trip airport transfer ($50 to $70 per minibus). We pick you up at the airport, drop you back when you leave, and look after you from start to finish.
- 4×4 custom-built safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for game viewing ($70 per day). A good vehicle makes a real difference: ours get you safely close to the wildlife and give you a better view on your Tanzania safari.
- Professional, English-speaking safari guide. A good guide knows the parks and the animals and shares what they know with you. Our English-speaking guides take their work seriously.
- Meals ($10 to $15 per day). Three meals a day: breakfast, a picnic lunch box and dinner.
- Drinking water: safe, distilled drinking water throughout.
- Park entrance fees:
- Park fee for Tarangire National Park – $50
- Park fee for Serengeti National Park – $70
- Park fee for Ngorongoro Crater – $70 + $295
- All taxes/VAT
- One pair of binoculars
Tanzania safari guide: FAQs
Here are short answers to common questions about Tanzania safaris:
When is the best time to go on a Tanzania safari?
It depends on what you want to see. The dry season (June to October) is best for wildlife, because animals gather around water. The wet season (November to May) brings green landscapes and fewer visitors, but heavy rain can make some areas hard to reach.
What wildlife can I expect to see in Tanzania?
You can see the Big Five (lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard and rhinoceros), plus giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, cheetahs, hippos, crocodiles and a wide range of birds.
What are the main national parks and reserves in Tanzania?
The best known are Serengeti National Park, the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park and Selous Game Reserve.
Do I need a visa to visit Tanzania?
Most visitors need a visa. You can get one on arrival at the airport or online before you travel. The rules depend on your nationality, so check with the Tanzanian embassy or consulate in your country.
What type of accommodations are available on a Tanzania safari?
You can choose anything from luxury lodges and tented camps to budget campsites. Facilities range from basic to luxurious, so there is something for most budgets.
Is it safe to go on a Tanzania safari?
Tanzania is generally safe for travellers, including on safari. Still, follow your guide’s advice, keep up with local conditions and keep your belongings secure.
What should I pack for a Tanzania safari?
Bring light, breathable clothes, sturdy walking shoes, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellent, a camera with spare batteries and memory cards, and any medicines you need.
What kind of vehicles are used for safari game drives?
Most safari companies in Tanzania use tough four-wheel-drive vehicles such as Land Rovers or Land Cruisers, with pop-up roofs for game viewing. They are roomy and comfortable, and built for the rough ground in the national parks and reserves.
Are there any cultural experiences available on a Tanzania safari?
How can I book a Tanzania safari?
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