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African Safari Cost Guide
How much does an African safari cost?
How much does an African safari cost?
Most luxury African safaris range from $12,000 to $25,000 CAD per person, depending on destination, lodge quality, travel season, and trip length.
Safari pricing varies based on several factors including destination, lodge quality, travel season, and how many days you spend on safari.
Below we explain what influences safari pricing and what to expect when planning a safari in Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Uganda or South Africa.
Timing can also influence pricing and wildlife viewing.
See our guide: Best Time for an African Safari
Typical African Safari Cost Per Person
Safari Style Typical Cost (CAD)
Budget Safari $4,000 – $7,000
Mid-Range Safari $7,000 – $12,000
Luxury Safari (Most Popular) $12,000 – $25,000+
What Is Included in a Luxury Safari
• Luxury safari lodges or tented camps
• All meals while on safari
• Daily game drives with professional guides
• Private 4x4 safari vehicles
• National park and conservation fees
• Internal flights between safari regions
• Airport transfers
What Influences Safari Pricing
Safari Destination
Different destinations offer different experiences and price points.
Popular options include:
Kenya – Incredible wildlife density and iconic safari landscapes
Tanzania – Home to the Serengeti and the Great Migration
South Africa – Exceptional wildlife viewing with world-class lodges
Safari Lodges - Influence Pricing
Safari accommodations range from comfortable tented camps to world-class luxury lodges.
Luxury lodges often include:
• Private decks overlooking wildlife areas
• Fine dining and exceptional hospitality
• Expert naturalist guides
• Prime locations within national parks and conservancies
Length of Safari - Influence Pricing
Most safaris range between 8 and 14 days.
Longer safaris allow travelers to experience multiple ecosystems and wildlife regions.
For example:
• Nairobi
• Amboseli National Park
• Ol Pejeta Conservancy
• Maasai Mara Game Reserve
• Extensions to the Indian Ocean
Example Cost of a Luxury Kenya Safari
A typical 12-day luxury Kenya safari with Network Travel ranges from:
$14,000 – $18,000 CAD per person
This typically includes:
• Luxury safari lodges
• Game drives in private Land Cruisers
• Internal Kenya flights
• All meals and park fees
Many guests also add a few nights on Kenya’s Indian Ocean coast after safari.
Why Many Canadians Choose Hosted Safaris
Planning a safari across several parks can be challenging. Many travelers prefer a hosted safari group where every detail is handled.
Benefits include:
• Small group experiences
• Expert safari guides
• Seamless logistics
• Luxury safari lodges
• Personal hosting
Network Travel has escorted hundreds of Canadians to Africa
Plan Your African Safari
If you are considering an African safari, our team would be happy to help.
Network Travel specializes in luxury African safaris for Canadian travelers, offering both customized private journeys and hosted group departures.
Contact us to start planning your safari adventure.