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Tanzania Safari Costs

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Tanzania Safari Costs

Tanzania Safari Cost can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including the length of your trip, the type of accommodation you choose, and the activities you want to do. However, in general, you can expect to pay between $200 and $1,000 per person per day.

Here’s a breakdown of the key components that influence the overall cost of a Tanzanian safari:

Finally, a Tanzania Safari can range from a budget-friendly $1,500 per person for a shorter, basic safari to over $10,000 per person for a luxury, extended safari experience.

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Accommodation & Park Fees

Luxury Lodges and Camps: High-end lodges and tented camps offer premium services, including gourmet meals, private guides, and exclusive locations. Prices can range from $500 to $1,500 per person per night.

Mid-Range Lodges: These offer comfortable accommodations with good amenities, costing between $200 to $500 per person per night.

Budget Options: Budget camps and lodges offer basic but comfortable accommodations, with prices ranging from $100 to $200 per person per night.

National Park Entry Fees: Each national park in Tanzania has an entry fee. For example, Serengeti National Park charges about $60 per adult per day, while Ngorongoro Crater has a fee of $70 per adult per day.

Conservation Fees: Some parks also have additional conservation fees, which help maintain the parks and support local communities.

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Activities & Transportation

Game Drives: Guided game drives are the most common activity and are often included in the accommodation package.

Walking Safaris: These offer a unique way to experience the wilderness and typically cost extra.

Balloon Safaris: For a spectacular aerial view of the Serengeti, balloon safaris can cost around $500 per person.

Internal Flights: Flying between parks is the fastest and most convenient way to travel, with costs ranging from $200 to $400 per flight.

Road Transfers: Driving between parks can be less expensive but takes more time. Costs vary based on the distance and vehicle type.

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Guide And Meals

Private Guides and Vehicles: Hiring a private guide and vehicle offers flexibility and personalized service, costing around $200 to $300 per day.

Shared Vehicles: Joining a group can reduce costs, with shared safari vehicle fees averaging $100 to $150 per person per day.

Full-Board Packages: Many lodges offer full-board packages that include all meals and some drinks.

Additional Expenses: Beverages, especially alcoholic drinks, can add to your costs if not included in your package.

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Tips & Miscellaneous Costs

Guides and Staff : Tipping is customary in Tanzania. Expect to tip around $10 to $20 per day for guides and $5 to $10 per day for lodge staff.

Travel Insurance: Essential for covering medical emergencies, trip cancellations, and lost luggage.

Visas and Vaccinations: Tanzanian visas cost around $50 for most nationalities, and vaccinations or malaria prophylaxis may also be needed.

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When To Visit Tanzania

Jan to Mar

Beaches, Calves, and Kilimanjaro Ascents

January brings ideal beach weather to Tanzania's coast and Zanzibar, perfect for enjoying soft sand and clear waters. February sees the start of the wildebeest calving season, with predators nearby. March offers excellent conditions for climbing Kilimanjaro, despite the onset of the long rains, which refresh the Ngorongoro Highlands and turn the landscape lush green.

AVG RAINFALL 101 mm
AVG DAYLIGHT 101 mm
MAX TEMP 32 ℃
MIN TEMP 24 ℃

April to May

Rainy Season and Migration Movements

April is the wettest month, featuring afternoon thundershowers and occasional big storms, particularly impacting the western and southern parks with high humidity. Despite the rain, accommodations offer great value. By late May, conditions start drying, coinciding with the Great Migration's move from the southern to the western Serengeti, heralding the approach of the dry season.

AVG RAINFALL 216 mm
AVG DAYLIGHT 12 Hours
MAX TEMP 30 ℃ /
MIN TEMP 22 ℃ /

June to Aug

Dry Season and Peak Wildlife Viewing

June marks the dry season, perfect for luxury safaris as savannahs shift from green to yellow, improving wildlife sightings. The Wildebeest Migration gathers at Grumeti River. In July and August, it reaches the Serengeti's north, preparing for the dramatic Mara River crossings, attracting tourists for exceptional wildlife encounters.

AVG RAINFALL 25mm
AVG DAYLIGHT 11 Hours
MAX TEMP 30 ℃ /
MIN TEMP 19 ℃ /

Sep to Oct

Fewer Crowds, Ideal Climbing Conditions

September's low humidity and fewer mosquitoes make it ideal for climbing Kilimanjaro and observing large elephant herds in Tarangire National Park, coinciding with the start of the fishing season. October brings early rains, enhancing conditions for climbing Mount Meru in Arusha National Park.

AVG RAINFALL 38mm
AVG DAYLIGHT 12 Hours
MAX TEMP 31 ℃ /
MIN TEMP 20 ℃ /

Nov to Dec

Rainy Season, Exceptional Wildlife Viewing

November offers sporadic thundershowers, yet remains an excellent month for safaris, especially in the northern parks and less-explored areas. December, amidst short rains, becomes a prime time for birdwatching with migratory birds arriving and the Great Migration returning to the southern Serengeti's lush plains.

AVG RAINFALL 115mm
AVG DAYLIGHT 12 Hours
MAX TEMP 32 ℃ /
MIN TEMP 23 ℃ /
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