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Safari Trip calculator

Unsure how much a safari costs? Our safari trip calculator can give you a directional estimate based on your desired destinations, season, group size, lodge and park style.

Destinations

Where would you like to go?

Choose the safari destinations you're planning to visit on your safari trip.

Stylist tip: Safari costs can vary significantly by country — especially when it comes to lodge rates, park fees and internal flights.

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Seasons

When are you planning to travel?

Select your expected travel period so we can account for seasonal pricing.

Stylist tip: Peak season usually costs more. Shoulder and off-peak travel can offer better value and fewer visitors, though conditions vary by destination.

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Duration

How long would you like to spend on safari?

Enter the number of days you’d like to spend on safari in each destination.

Stylist tip: If visiting a single park within a country, 3-4 nights is a good baseline. If visiting 2+ parks or areas within a country, at least 5-7 nights is advised.

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Group

Who's travelling?

Tell us how many adults and children will be travelling.

Stylist tip: Children often receive reduced lodge rates, and very young children may stay free. Exact age policies vary by lodge.

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Lodges

What level of lodge would you prefer?

Choose the style of accommodation that best matches your expectations and budget.

Stylist tip: The class of lodge desired is one of the biggest drivers of overall safari cost. Exclusive lodges generally command the highest rates per night.

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Parks

What kind of safari setting do you prefer?

Choose the style of parks and reserves you are hoping to visit on your trip.

Stylist tip: Private reserves and concessions usually cost more than public parks.

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Result

Your safari estimate

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Optional costs

If visiting Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania, the descent fee is +$295/vehicle

Gorilla trekking permits in Rwanda are +$800/person and chimpanzee tracking is +$300/person

Gorilla trekking permits in Uganda are +$1,500/person

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As an independent partner of 360 Private Travel, eligible flight-inclusive holidays booked through us are financially protected by 360 Private Travel Ltd under the UK ATOL scheme, ATOL number 7514. 360 Private Travel Ltd is also IATA accredited under IATA number 91200056.

Qualifying flight-inclusive holidays are financially protected under the UK ATOL scheme, where applicable. You will receive an ATOL Certificate confirming the protection covering your individual booking.

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