Rates
We can design the perfect safari to meet your expectations and budget
Rates vary by camp, location, and time of year.
Prices can range from $500 to $5,000 per person per night.
On average, expect to spend between $1,000 to $2,000 per person per night during peak times which typically is the dry season (June thru October) or peak wildlife spectacles such as the Great Migration in Tanzania and Kenya.
Prices tend to be cheaper in National Parks and National Preserves since there are more and larger camps. You will encounter a lot more people at a wildlife sighting with limitations on where you can go as well.
We primarily stay out of the busy parks and preserves and focus on private community based concessions and reserves that are larger than some parks. The wildlife viewing is just as good if not better. Some camps and lodges also have their own private areas within a national park. The number of camps and lodges are limited which equates to fewer people but higher prices.
What’s the Difference?
Zambia and Zimbabwe offer more competitive rates.
Botswana is typically the most expensive but this is by design to prevent overtourism.
Tanzania and Kenya at the more popular destinations fall somewhere in between.
A property between $3,000 and $5,000 a night are in some of the most exclusive and prime wildlife viewing spots and offer much more in the way of “luxury”.
Most of the camps we offer fall between the $1,000 to $2,000 a night that offer exclusive experiences without the thrills and frills of the more “luxurious” properties.
But the offerings we do have for under $1,000 a night are not to be ignored. Oftentimes these give you the most authentic bush experience for the more intrepid traveler, especially during the offseason.
A note on gorilla trekking. Gorilla trekking safaris add on additional costs due to the price of permits which are $1,500 per person in Rwanda and $800 per person in Uganda. Permits are for one trek and I recommend doing two treks since your are only allowed one hour with the gorillas.
Best Way to Maximize Your Dollar!
The best way to save money is to use one company (multiple camps) during your safari to receive discounts on long stays.
Visiting Africa during the green season or shoulder season can save you up to 50% off peak season rates as well as additional specials such as stay 4 nights and pay for 3. The places we recommend have very good to excellent wildlife sightings with the added bonus of fewer people. We really love the green season.
Visit some of the less popular parks. This does not mean a diminished experience. Ruaha and Katavi National Parks in Tanzania. Kafue and North Luangwa National Parks in Zambia. Additionally we are always looking to expand our portfolio. Gorongosa National Park in Mozambique and Zakouma National Park in Chad are two such places we are currently looking to explore further.
Go to our When to Go page to learn more.