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How much does a Tanzania safari cost in 2027?

Per-person prices for 3- and 6-day safaris at three comfort levels, for groups of 2, 4 and 6.

By Let's Go Wild Tanzania, with Jema Safaris Co. Ltd (TALA Licence No. 034391) · Updated

Two cheetahs under a lone acacia on the Serengeti plains
Short answer: a private Tanzania safari in 2027 costs about USD 1,100 per person for 3 days and USD 3,138 per person for 6 days in mid-range lodges, when 4 people share a vehicle. Two people pay more each; six pay less.

Prices per person, by group size

These prices come straight from our pricing engine, using 2026/27 park fees and our lodge and vehicle rates. They include park fees with 18% VAT, the vehicle, guide, fuel, accommodation, meals, water, airport transfers and Tanzania's USD 44 visitor insurance.

Crater & Elephants price per person
Crater & Elephants (3 days)2 travellers4 travellers6 travellers
Wild Basics
Simple lodges and public campsites		USD 1,346USD 918USD 776
Wild Comfort
Mid-range lodges and tented camps		USD 1,528USD 1,100USD 958
Wild Luxe
Luxury camps and lodges		USD 3,077USD 2,649USD 2,507
The Unrushed Northern Circuit price per person
The Unrushed Northern Circuit (6 days)2 travellers4 travellers6 travellers
Wild Basics
Simple lodges and public campsites		USD 2,816USD 2,070USD 1,821
Wild Comfort
Mid-range lodges and tented camps		USD 3,885USD 3,138USD 2,890
Wild Luxe
Luxury camps and lodges		USD 7,189USD 6,442USD 6,194

What makes up the price

  • Park and conservation fees: paid per person per day. In the Serengeti a visitor pays USD 82.60 per 24 hours; in Tarangire and Lake Manyara USD 59. See the full Tanzania park fees table.
  • Vehicle, guide and fuel: paid per vehicle per day, shared by everyone in it.
  • Ngorongoro Crater fee: USD 295 per vehicle for each descent.
  • Accommodation: per person per night; the biggest difference between budget, mid-range and luxury.

How to pay less

  • Travel in April or May (green season): lower park fees and lodge rates.
  • Fill the vehicle: join a fixed departure if you travel alone or as two.
  • Choose Wild Basics stays for some nights and Wild Comfort for others.

Want your exact price with children, residents or a different month? Use the safari price calculator.

Prices come straight from our pricing engine, using 2026 park fees and our current rates. Government fees can change; the price on your written quote is the one that stands.

Questions people ask

How much is a 3-day safari in Tanzania?

A private 3-day safari to Tarangire, the Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara costs about USD 1,100 per person in mid-range lodges for 4 travellers, and USD 1,528 per person for 2.

Why is a safari cheaper per person in a bigger group?

The vehicle, guide, fuel and the Ngorongoro Crater fee are paid per vehicle, not per person. Six travellers share them; two travellers carry them alone.

Do children pay less?

Yes. Children under 5 pay no park fees. Children aged 5–15 pay lower park fees, lower lodge rates and only part of the vehicle cost.

More guides

Tanzania park fees 2026/2027: Serengeti, Ngorongoro, TarangireEvery park, conservation, concession and crater fee in one table, including child and East African rates.Tanzania safari with kids: ages, child prices and safetyWhat a family of four really pays, which ages work best, and how to keep driving days short.Bei za safari za ndani kwa Watanzania na wakazi wa Afrika MasharikiAda za hifadhi kwa shilingi na bei ya safari ya wikendi kwa familia na vikundi.
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