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Tanzania Safari Cost: Budget Guide and Price Factors

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Tanzania safari costs depend on your route, season, group size and accommodation category. If you’re planning a safari in Tanzania, one of the first questions that comes to mind is likely about the cost. Here’s a detailed guide to help you understand what your safari in Tanzania might cost.

The amounts in this guide are indicative planning examples, not a current tariff or a binding quote. Confirm whether each amount is per person, per vehicle or per group, and whether park charges, flights and taxes are included. Use your dated itinerary quote for the final total.

Tanzania Safari Cost – Budget Levels

When considering the cost of Tanzania Safari, it’s important to recognize that budget plays a significant role in determining the level of experience you’ll have. However, the cost should not be the only consideration. Budget safaris offer a different experience than top-end safaris, and neither is inherently better. Here’s a breakdown of different safari budget levels:

Use our safari cost calculator as a planning aid, then request a quote for your specific trip.

Budget: This option is ideal for those seeking the adventure of a safari without concern for luxury accommodations. It focuses on experiencing Tanzania’s landscapes and wildlife.
Mid-Luxury Range: This range is perfect for those wanting quality accommodations without a hefty price tag. Think of authentically styled tented camps and safari lodges that are comfortable but not overly luxurious.
Luxury: For those who desire lavish amenities and are willing to spend more for comfort and high-end services.
High-end: The ultimate safari experience with world-class services, complete exclusivity, ultra-luxurious accommodations, and exceptional wildlife viewing.

Accommodation during Tanzania safari tour

Zanzibar beach during Tanzania safari tour

Specialty Interests Tanzania Safari Costs

Specialty safari tours in Tanzania cater to specific interests, offering unique experiences and the opportunity to meet like-minded enthusiasts. Below is an overview of specialized safari categories and their costs:

Walking Safaris: 1-3 days, $280 – $530 per person per day
Birdwatching Trips: 3-6 days, $600 – $1,400 per person per day
Chimp Tracking: 3-4 days, $900 – $1,400 per person per day
Kilimanjaro Hike: 6-8 days, $550 – $800 per person per day

Visiting Tanzania Parks

Lion in Serengeti during the 6 day safari in Tanzania

Park-entry charges are only part of a safari budget. The TANAPA rows below are planning examples calculated from its published tariff, with 18% VAT added. Ngorongoro has a separate conservation-area tariff. Confirm the final charges for your travel dates in your itinerary quote.

Park	EAC adult 16+ (TZS)	Tanzania resident/expatriate adult 16+ (USD)	Non-EAC adult 16+ (USD)	Non-EAC child 5–15 (USD)
Ngorongoro	11,800	41.3	82.6	23.6
Tarangire National Park	11,800	29.5	59	17.7
Arusha National Park	11,800	29.5	59	17.7
Lake Manyara	11,800	29.5	59	17.7
Mount Kilimanjaro	11,800	41.3	82.6	23.6
Serengeti National Park	11,800	41.3	82.6	23.6
Nyerere National Park	11,800	41.3	82.6	23.6
Gombe Stream	11,800	59.00	118	23.6
Ruaha	5,900	17.7	35.4	11.8
Mahale Mountains	5,900	47.2	94.4	23.6
Saadani	5,900	17.7	35.4	11.8
Udzungwa Mountains	5,900	17.7	35.4	11.8
Mikumi	5,900	17.7	35.4	11.8

For Serengeti, Nyerere, Tarangire, Arusha and Lake Manyara, these are the schedule’s peak-season examples, not year-round rates. The published low-season period is 15 March–15 May. Resident and EAC child rates differ from the non-EAC child column. Camping, concession, vehicle and activity charges are separate. Confirm what your itinerary quote includes.

Children below the age of 5 years are not charged entrance fees.

Vehicle charges depend on registration, tare weight and park. For example, the published TANAPA schedule lists TZS 35,000 before VAT for the 2,001–3,000 kg Tanzania-registered category, and TZS 60,000 for 3,001–7,000 kg in most parks. These become TZS 41,300 and TZS 70,800 with 18% VAT. Do not assign one fee to every Land Cruiser; confirm the vehicle and applicable tariff.

Game Reserve Fee Examples

The game-reserve tables below match the listed fee categories in the Third Schedule of TAWA’s published regulations. Values are in TZS as printed. Confirm any later changes and tax treatment in your itinerary quote.

Game reserves and Wildlife Management Areas have different fee schedules. Do not apply the following reserve tables to Burunge, Enduimet, Makao, Randilen or Ikona WMA. For a route including Lake Natron, confirm the exact area, activities and charges in your quote.

CONSERVATION FEE

Ikorongo, Grumeti and Maswa Game Reserves

Age group	Payable per person per day
Age group	Tanzanian/EA citizen (TZS)	Non EA Citizen (TZS)	Expatriate/Tanzania Residents (TZS)
16 years and above	50,000	375,000	250,000
5 to 15 years	25,000	185,000	125,000
Below 5 years	Free entry	Free entry	Free entry

Selous (special concessions) & Mkungunero Game Reserve

Age group	Payable per person per day
Age group	Tanzanian/EA citizen (TZS)	Non EA citizen (TZS)	Expatriate/Tanzania Residents (TZS)
(a) 16 years and above	40,000	250,000	125,000
(b) 5 to 15 years	20,000	125,000	70,000
(c) Below 5 years	Free entry	Free entry	Free entry

Selous (non-special concessions), Pande and Kijereshi Game Reserves

Age group	Payable per person per day
Age group	Tanzanian/EA citizen (TZS)	Non EA citizen (TZS)	Expatriate/Tanzania Residents (TZS)
(a) 16 years and above	10,000	50,000	25,000
(b) 5 to 15 years	5,000	25,000	15,000
(c) Below 5 years	Free entry	Free entry	Free entry

Other Game Reserves

Age group	Payable per person per day
Age group	Tanzanian/EA citizen (TZS)	Non EA citizen (TZS)	Expatriate/Tanzania Residents (TZS)
(a) 16 years and above	4,000	25,000	15,000
(b) 5 to 15 years	2,500	15,000	10,000
(c) Below 5 years	Free entry	Free entry	Free entry

FEE FOR HIKING AND WALKING SAFARI

Age group	Payable per person per 6 hours (from 0600hrs to 1800hrs)
Age group	Tanzanian/EA citizen (TZS)	Non EA citizen (TZS)	Expatriate/Tanzania Residents (TZS)
(a) 16 years and above	10,000	35,000	25,000
(b) 5 to 15 years	5,000	25,000	20,000
(c) Below 5 years	Free entry	Free entry	Free entry

CAMPING FEES

Public/Established Campsite
- Individual Camping fee

Age group	Payable per person per day
Age group	Tanzanian/EA citizen (TZS)	Non EA citizen (TZS)	Expatriate/Tanzania Residents (TZS)
(a) 16 years and above	10,000	75,000	50,000
(b) 5 to 15 years	5,000	50,000	25,000
(c) Below 5 years	Free entry	Free entry	Free entry

Special/Fly Campsite

Ikorongo, Grumeti and Maswa Game Reserves

Age group	Payable per person per day
Age group	Tanzanian/EA citizen (TZS)	Non EA citizen (TZS)	Expatriate/Tanzania Residents (TZS)
(a) 16 years and above	50,000	200,000	150,000
(b) 5 to 15 years	25,000	100,000	75,000
(c) Below 5 years	Free entry	Free entry	Free entry

Special Campsite at Selous (special concessions) & Mkungunero Game Reserve

Age group	Payable per person per day
Age group	Tanzanian/EA citizen (TZS)	Non EA citizen (TZS)	Expatriate/Tanzania Residents (TZS)
(a) 16 years and above	40,000	150,000	125,000
(b) 5 to 15 years	20,000	75,000	60,000
(c) Below 5 years	Free entry	Free entry	Free entry

Special Campsite at other Game Reserves

Age group	Payable per person per day
Age group	Tanzanian/EA citizen (TZS)	Non EA citizen (TZS)	Expatriate/Tanzania Residents (TZS)
(a) 16 years and above	20,000	80,000	60,000
(b) 5 to 15 years	10,000	60,000	30,000
(c) Below 5 years	Free entry	Free entry	Free entry

ENTRY FEE FOR MOTOR VEHICLE

Tare weight category	Payable per day		Fees for vehicles stationed in the Game Reserve (payable per year) (TZS)
Tare weight category	Tanzania/ EA registered (TZS)	Foreign registered (TZS)
Tare weight up to 2000kg	20,000	125,000	150,000
Tare weight: above 2,001 – 3,000kg	50,000	375,000	200,000
Tare weight: above 3,001 – 5,000Kg	75,000	500,000	250,000
Tare weight: above 5,001- 7,000Kg	100,000	750,000	300,000

Tare weight: above 7,001- 10,000Kg	500,000	1,250,000	350,000
Tractor or trailer	50,000	250,000	150,000
Fuel tanker which should not exceed 10 Tones	125,000	375,000	500,000
Tourist Motorbike	10.000	80,000	100,000

BED NIGHT FEE

Ikorongo, Grumeti, Maswa and Kijereshi Game Reserves

Category	Payable per person per night
Category	Tanzanian/EA citizen (TZS)	Non EA citizen (TZS)	Expatriate/Tanzania Residents(TZS)
Tented Camp & Lodge	20,000	75,000	50,000

Selous (special concessions) and Mkungunero Game Reserves

Category	Payable per person per night
Category	Tanzanian/EA citizen (TZS)	Non EA citizen (TZS)	Tanzania Resident (TZS)
Tented camp & Lodge	10,000	50,000	30,000

Other Game Reserves

Category	Payable per person per night
Category	Tanzanian/EA citizen (TZS)	Non EA citizen (TZS)	Expatriate/Tanzania Residents(TZS)
Tented camp & Lodge	5,000	30,000	20,000

Wildlife Management Area Fees

The Fourth Schedule covers WMAs separately. For Burunge, Enduimet, Makao, Randilen and Ikona, its adult conservation-fee examples are TZS 15,000 for EAC citizens, TZS 60,000 for non-EAC visitors and TZS 40,000 for Tanzania residents, per person per day. Overnight and activity charges are additional categories; confirm the total for your route.

Differences Between Budget, Mid-Range, and Luxury Safaris

Safari transportation is a major part of the safari cost

Component	Mid-Luxury Safari	Luxury Safari	High-End Safari
Accommodations	Standard tented lodges and camps	Luxury amenities and upgraded lodges	High-end lodges with top-class amenities
Meals	Standard quality meals	High-quality meals with more variety	Gourmet meals
Transport	Private 4×4 safari vehicles	Private 4×4 safari vehicles	Private 4×4 safari vehicles
Guides	Professional safari guides	Professional safari guides	Professional safari guides
Wildlife Viewing	Full-day game drives	Full-day game drives	Full-day game drives
Activities	Limited	More extensive	Catered to personal preferences
Service	Self-service	Self-service	Personalized service
Type of Safari	Fully private	Fully private	Fully private

Safari Costs According to Various Safari Circuits

Tanzania safari costs vary based on the chosen circuit. Both the northern and southern circuits offer exceptional safari experiences:

Northern Safari Circuit: Includes Serengeti National Park, Tarangire, and Lake Manyara National Park. Starting from Arusha, the overall cost for the northern circuit begins at $1,200.
Southern Safari Circuit: This circuit includes national parks like Nyerere and Ruaha. The cost for the southern circuit starts from Dar es Salaam and goes up from $1,000.
Western Safari Circuit: It includes the national parks of Gombe Stream, Mahale, and Katavi. Due to its remoteness, safaris here start from 1,500$ onwards.

Tanzania Safari Costs by National Parks

Serengeti Safari Prices: $180 to $650 per person per day
2-day Serengeti Safari: From $750 (mid-range), $1,250 (luxury)
3-day Serengeti Safari: From $1,650 (mid-range), to $1,850 (luxury)
Ngorongoro Safari Prices: $300 to $900 per person per day
1-day Ngorongoro Safari: From $300
2-day Ngorongoro Safari: From $495
3-day Ngorongoro Safari: From $800
Tarangire Safari Prices: $360 to $900 per person per day
1-day Tarangire Safari: From $260
2-day Tarangire Safari: From $460
3-day Tarangire Safari: From $800
Lake Manyara Safari Prices: $280 to $860 per person per day
1-day Lake Manyara Safari: From $280
2-day Lake Manyara Safari: From $580
3-day Lake Manyara Safari: From $720
Arusha National Park Prices: $180 to $260 per person per day
1-day Arusha Safari: From $195
4-day Horse-riding Safari in Arusha: From $4,500
1-day Cycling Tour to Arusha National Park: From $260

Various Tanzania Safari Packages Costs

5-days standard Tanzania Safari : From $1967 onwards per person
7-days standard North Tanzania Safari : From $2,200 onwards per person
13-days Safari in Tanzania and Zanzibar : From $5,400 onwards per person

Factors Influencing Tanzania Safari Costs

Duration of the Safari: Longer safaris cost more.
Number of Parks Visited: Each park has an entrance fee.
Type of Tour: Luxury tours cost more than budget tours.
Use of Domestic Flights: Adds to the cost but is necessary for remote parks.
Number of People: Group tours cost less per person.
Time of Year: The high season costs more than the low season.
Extra Services and Activities: Additional activities like hot air balloon rides add to the cost.

Tanzania offers a range of safari experiences tailored to different budgets and preferences. Understanding these factors will help you plan a memorable safari within your budget.

Tanzania Safari Prices by Extra Activities

Participating in the activities available during a safari in Tanzania will enhance your overall safari experience. Join us as we take you on walks in the wild with an armed ranger, photography, birding, a night safari in Tarangire or Lake Manyara, Balloon flights in Serengeti, Ruaha, and Tarangire, and cultural tours to authentic villages in Tanzania.

Here are the details about the most popular extra activities and how much they cost.

ACTIVITY NAME	STARTING COSTS IN USD PER DAY
Bush Walking Safaris	60$
Hot Air Balloon	580$
Night Game Safari	150$
Professional Photographic Tours	1,500$
Birding	350$
Canoe or Boat rides	60$
Cultural Tours	50$
Chimpanzees Tracking	1,500$

Additional Costs During Your Safari Tanzania Safari

While you prepare yourself to join us for a once-in-a-lifetime safari tour, some other costs that may affect your overall cost include the following:

Visa Cost

Visa fees and eligibility depend on your nationality and visa category. The standard ordinary visa fee is USD 50, multiple-entry USD 100, transit USD 30 and business USD 250; category-specific conditions apply. Do not assume visa on arrival is available to every traveller. Check your nationality, any referral requirements and the correct application route with Tanzania Immigration before travel.

TYPES OF VISAS	FEES IN USD
Tourist Visa	50$
Multiple Entry Visa	100$
Transit Visa	30 USD
Business Visa	250$

Tipping and Gratuities

Generally, tipping in Tanzania is around $15- $20 per day. Although it’s not mandatory, the staff will appreciate it. Some accommodations have tip boxes in front of the check-out office where you can leave your tip, which will be shared among the staff. On Kilimanjaro, tipping includes the chef, guides, and porters, as well as the assisting crew that walks with you during the trek.

Food And Drinks Costs

Kilidove’s published safari itineraries include full-board meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner, including the stated Zanzibar stays. Full board does not automatically mean all-inclusive drinks. Check your itinerary’s inclusions for drinking water and other beverages; drinks and optional activities not listed as included are extra. Hotel bar prices vary by property, so confirm them locally.

Souvenirs and Gifts Present to Take Home.

During the safari, you will see many small souvenir shops, an excellent place to shop for your loved ones, and bring some African safari souvenirs. Not to break your pocket, some items may be as low as $1$ to $1,000$+ depending on your personal choice, quality, and the item itself. You can shop for Tanzanite or any other local jewelry to take home for a lifetime memory for you or your loved ones.

Flights to Tanzania

International flights to Tanzania are another major factor that may determine the Tanzania safari cost. There are direct flights from the Netherlands, France, Switzerland, and countries like Dubai, Oman, or Qatar to Tanzania. Some African countries have good connecting flights to Tanzania, including Nairobi, Kenya, and Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, that arrive directly at major airports like Kilimanjaro, Zanzibar, or Dar es Salaam. Traveling from the US may involve a connection of 1-2 airports, mostly within Europe or the Middle East.

Average Costs may depend on the airline, flight cabin class, period of the year, and how frequently you travel with your preferred airline.

Let’s talk about the cost. For instance, flights from the US with Delta, KLM, or their affiliates can be as affordable as $ 1500 for a return trip. Similarly, most European cities with KLM or Air France and their affiliates offer return tickets for around $ 800. These prices make international travel to Tanzania more accessible than you might think.

When it comes to choosing an airline, you’re spoiled for choice. Some major airlines that connect Tanzania with the world include AirFrance/KLM/Delta, Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Airways, Qatar, Emirates, Lufthansa/Edelwess, and Oman Air. This variety allows you to select the airline that best suits your travel needs and preferences.

Transport Costs on Safari

When on safari, the primary mode of transportation is typically a 4×4 converted safari jeep, designed explicitly for African terrains and savannah landscapes. These jeeps, often Japanese-made and locally rebuilt, are tailored to handle the challenging conditions encountered during safaris. When preparing a safari quote, the cost of these vehicles is a significant factor. Below are the approximate daily transportation costs per group (up to 6 people) using these safari jeeps:

Airport Transfers: From Kilimanjaro or Arusha airports to Arusha town hotels: $60 – $80
Safari Day Rates: $250 – $300 per day during the safari
Open Game Vehicle: $250 – $350 per day, typically used for game drives within national parks

There are two types of safari vehicles: one with a pop-up roof for enhanced wildlife viewing and a fully open model used exclusively for game drives in the parks.

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July 29, 2024

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 Verified A memorable outstanding safari to Kenya and Tanzania , Hakuna Matata
We just came back from a wonderful , well planned and organized safari to Kenya and Tanzania for 12 days and with an additional 5 days in Zanzibar from October 6th to October 23rd 2023. We really want to thank Lisa Adams who helped us plan and coordinate this memorable, private safari and leisure time in these countries. We had marvelous, respectful , reliable and so knowledgeable guides and drivers. First, Kelvin Vinkar from Dove Africa, the sister company in Kenya, was on time at the airport and despite the fact that we missed our connection with Qatar airlines, everything turned out quite well with the airlines personnel and we were on time for our schedule to go to our first park Amboseli and to Kibo safari lodge for two nignts. Perfect, we had game drives on both days that were unbelievable with the Kilimandjaro that was so clear. We were able to see so many species of animals such as girafes, elephants, zebras, Thomson's gazelles ,antilopes, impalas, waterbucks, cheetahs and lions with all their beauty and living environment. The Kibo lodge was very comfortable with beautiful views of the Kilimanjaro. We continued our itinary to lake Nakuru, 9 hours of driving and stopping at the incredible Great Rift valley. We were so happy to visit the park as we saw 2 rhinoceros, mother and baby , we were at our 4 th big 5 already . We were a bit late to arrive at the Ziwa Bush Lodge that seemed to be very nice, so quiet and peaceful, the staff accomodated us so nicely for one night, The next morning we left for the Maassai Mara reserve and Olengoti eco lodge at Narok at the Talek river . What a reception on arrival we got by all the staff, an incredible 2 days , having breakfast and dinner with the hippopotams and crocrodiles and beautiful and memorable game drive to the awesome Maassai Mara reserve , The plains are so beautiful and the animals are incredible. We were able to visit a Maassai village near the camp, memorable time with these beautiful people and children. We learned so much of their culture and habits. Kelvin with his calm and patience drove us safely for 5 hours through massai mara reserve to the border of Tanzania. We didn't have trouble to pass the border and customs and Bonnie , Boniphace Sospiter our incredible guide for Tanzania was already waiting for us for the take over. We were heading to the Serengeti park north side to Gnu migration camp. We were the only visitors , what a service we had . With a little of rain but a real blessing as David said. Marvelous meals and attention from the staff, We already start with a game drive that was so wonderful in Serengeti parks with all the beautiful Gnus and Zebras and the next morning a leopard our 5th big five that was missing so far, Bonnie was so knowledgeable, sensitive , very helpful and very accomodating to all our needs and ensure we see animals in all their behaviors of calm or hunting. He ensure in every camp that we always had our lunch to all game drives on long days. We loved so much all the Mawe lodges that we visit along our itinary in Serengeti and Norongoro crater, Karatu and Tarangire national parks. All the teams and personel of the Mawe lodges are so welcoming, so nice and so handsome . We loved everyone we met. Bonnie drove us to the airport after 7 days of intense safari games but so memorable in the savanah . We flew for internal flight to Zanzibar with flight link and other driver Luqman was waiting for us, and drove us to Tembo hotel, in Stonetown, so beautiful and confortable on the beach with a wonderful view of the port. The next morning we were able to have a visit of stone town that was very interesting to learn the history and culture, the big market. We could visit the Freddy Mercury museum. After we left for Pongwe beach hotel for 4 days that concluded in peace and rest at the marvelous beach and resort with excellent cuisine. We will always remember this wonderful trip of East Africa and Zanzibar and we are so happy to have chosen Kilidove safari and tours for planning the trip as everything went so well , so safely and so well organized and the choices of the lodge or camp were so confortable and we ate everywhere so well with an outstanding service with amazing staff. Thank you to every one we met in this incredible journey and you will always remain in our hearts. Hakuna Matata. Louise and Serge from Montréal, Québec, Canada.
  
 
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 Verified "Bucket List Brilliance"
We 6 Seasoned Safari Enthusiasts were blown away by The Serengeti Experience. The best decision was adopting Kilidove Tours to hang it all together. Lisa, your Admin. Management was perfect. (even to the extent of organizing a Birthday Party Cake in the Bush). Then there was our Driver/Guide and Friend Bonny, You are simply "The Best".Asante-sana. Derek Fay (Cape Town).
  
 
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   KatieCT045 
 
 
 
 Verified 5 Stars isn't high enough for Kilidove Tours
My husband and I have recently returned from a 15-day private adventure designed and carried out by Kilidove Tours and Safaris. From start to finish this trip was planned and executed flawlessly thanks to the amazing team at Kilidove. On a scale from one to ten, they deserve a fifteen! I could write pages about our experience, but I will try to hit the highlights.  From the first contact a year before our trip, Lisa Adams (Kilidove’s operations manager) responded to every question in a series of emails ranging from possible itineraries to vehicle maintenance. The result was the perfect trip that addressed every wish and concern on our list- safari start day in case of travel delays, safari locations, cultural experiences, snorkeling, and a beach retreat. Our safari guide mentioned several times how impressed he was with our personalized itinerary.Eleven months passed between the date we booked our trip and our departure for Tanzania. During that time whenever a question came up, I would send an email off to Kilidove and Lisa would respond immediately. We received guidance on packing lists, luggage limits, visa requirements, and availability of health services. All this information allowed us to be well prepared for our Tanzanian adventure.Once in Tanzania, each person we encountered did everything they could to make us feel at home and worked tirelessly to ensure we had the best experience possible. All the accommodations were clean and comfortable ranging from the Mawe tent lodges to the Zanzibar beach resort. Meals were tailored to an American/European pallet and the greatest care was taken to provide safe water and food in order to prevent any illness.  Our drivers and safari guide were the most amazing people. The range of skills they possessed took us by surprise. They are professional drivers, multi-linguists, cultural ambassadors, and wildlife experts. Each one asked us what our wishes and desires were for our trip and work tirelessly to make sure we didn’t leave Tanzania disappointed. Above all they were warm and friendly people with whom we shared many laughs and special experiences. We are forever grateful to Johnson our Arusha guide, Luqman our Zanzibar guide, Habib our Stone Town guide and most importantly Samson our safari guide who showed us more of Tanzania then we could ever have imagined. Thank you all for your hospitality and kindness.Finally, I want to thank Lisa and everyone on the Kilidove team that made our dream vacation a reality. I know during our fifteen-day adventure she kept tabs on us, either through direct contact with me or one of our guides. She was always one step ahead of us making sure that transitions from one part of the trip to the next ran smoothly. I hope that I can return to Tanzania one day and I look forward to that time when we can work together once again.