How Much Does a Safari Cost in 2023?

Many of us dream about going on safari, but how much does it cost?

The answer isn't simple. There are many factors that come into play when estimating the cost of your dream safari. In this video I simplify the expected costs and share how much I've budgeted for my past trips to give you a better understanding of how much a safari would cost for you.

I've travelled extensively across Eastern and Southern Africa and have gathered a lot of insight about safari trips and expenses. I've experienced everything from dirt-cheap budget safaris to ultra luxury trips, but in this video I break down a modest, comfortable safari that most people are interested in.

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[kara]

We just did a 5 day private safari in Tanzania for 1k per person. We did our research on safari booking and went through a local agency. It was beyond expectations. My advice would be to book through a local tour company and avoid any companies with add on officies in Europe or North America. You will have the same experience and pay at least 50% more for their international operating costs. We went through Uwanda Tours and Safaris. Our driver was J4.

[Roos]

I think you wildly overstated South Africas cost as I went to a all inclusive luxury resort (Umkumbe bush lodge) in Sabie Sands (Greater Kruger) for a whole week for $3000, you can do a self catering self drive comfortable safari ( Kruger) for a week for $1000 inclusive of car rental, both these prices are per couple

[o.d]

Great explanation about the safari with details, the first video on YouTube that explains the costs accurately, thanks a lot.

[amc]

thank you so much for this video. i was so intimated with the quotes i have been getting back for the trip i'm trying to plan. understanding the breaking down of the cost for involving a safari is a big help.

[francisakali]

That's a hefty daily expenditure! My Dutch classmate visited me in Kenya, and we paid a total of 200 dollars per person for 2 nights (transportation, food and park entrance) at Maasai Mara. Maybe because I am a local and was able to avoid overcharges. The tricks are to: insist on paying in the local currency if possible; join local travel groups; call the hotel/tour company and haggle.

[abbienormal]

This is a very helpful video. Thank you!! I’m in the beginning stages of planning our first safari and the amount of information out there is overwhelming. There’s such a huge range of info on pricing and how much to budget and this is a great and realistic breakdown!! Looking forward to watching your other videos on here!! Thanks again!

[chipledhungaman]

I met someone who worked at an exclusive camp in the Okavango Delta - they charged $14000 a night per person. That was in 2017.

[abdullaalshamsi]

Also it depends on the time you travel and travel agency u deal with.

[alfredvinciguerra]

Safari plus flight cost from the USA cost me about $10k for 12 days

[dennusbaum]

Jeff, On your Kenya trips, add $200 per day per guest for the new park fee. The Kenya government is now charging everyone who goes on Safari in Kenya. I believe Private concessions are exempt.

[loridelin]

Thank you for the video. Who would you call to organize this? Can you make recomendations?

[loborocket]

I am glad you included tip guidance in this video. I am going later this year, and was wondering about budgeting for tips and had no real idea where I should be on that, this at least gives me an idea. Your price per person per day seems about in line with what my wife and are paying for our trip to Tanzania in late Aug-early Sept this year. Cost is about $8, 000 for a 12 day trip and a few add ons.

[carthodblade]

That's why we have low numbers of visitor people think it's soo expensive,

[robinbregman]

Thanks so much for sharing your expertise and tips. I am so jealous of your travels! My family is planning a special trip next summer to Kenya so I’ve been studying as much as I can to learn what we need to know and decide for our trip.

[onepiecefan]

Thank you Jeff for this very detailed and honest video. Just curious, are you a solo traveller during your safari? Will the cost be significantly higher for a solo traveller compared to when you are part a group? I plan to go on a safari in Uganda, Tanzania and Kenya on August (which is a peak season) as a solo traveller. Is USD 400/day enough for a solo traveller traveling in peak season? Thank you in advance Jeff for your response

[kitkatie]

Super helpful video! Me and my fiance are currently planning a safari for our honeymoon and some of the quotes we've got back are eye watering. Trying to remember this will be a once in a lifetime luxury experience.
Are there any particular resorts you would recommend that feel luxury without maybe the super $$$ price tag?

[whoisjavan]

Can you share which safari operators you reached out to? DO you have one that you recommend?

[sharilevine]

Jeff, thank you! Fun and informative video.

[Hiteshheavens]

Very informative 👏 Thank You. Please guide me, is April good time to visit ? Except migration what would I miss.

[matrishva]

Can you suggest any camp inside the park boundary costing 100 usd per night