The short answer
A private Tanzania safari costs roughly US$ 450–1,200 per person per day, including guide, vehicle, lodges, meals and park fees. Classic lodges cost about US$ 450–650, Signature lodges US$ 650–1,000, and Iconic camps or fly-in safaris US$ 1,000–2,500+. Season, flights and lodge choice make the biggest difference.
Key facts
- Classic
- US$ 450–650 pp / day
- Signature
- US$ 650–1,000 pp / day
- Iconic
- US$ 1,000–2,500+ pp / day
- Typical 7–10 days
- US$ 4,500–12,000 pp
What drives the price?
Lodges are the biggest variable, followed by season: the same tent can cost half as much in May as in August. Flying between parks saves days of driving but adds cost. Park and conservation fees are a fixed cost on every safari. Group size matters too — a private vehicle shared by four costs less per person than one shared by two.
Sample budgets
Indicative “from” prices per person sharing, in green season, for our signature itineraries:
- 3 days Tarangire & Ngorongoro: from US$ 1,690
- 5-day Great Migration fly-in: from US$ 3,450
- 8-day family safari: from US$ 4,900
- 10 days safari & Zanzibar: from US$ 7,400
How can I make my budget go further?
Travel in green or shoulder season, stay longer in fewer places, drive rather than fly within the northern circuit, and mix Classic nights with one or two Iconic ones where they matter most — for example on the Ngorongoro rim or for the river crossings.
Questions, answered
Do children pay less?
Yes. Park fees are reduced for children, and many lodges offer lower rates — or free stays for young children — when they share with parents.
Are tips included?
No. Tipping is at your discretion; see our tipping guide for typical amounts.
Published 15 September 2026 · Updated 1 October 2026
