Peak African Safari Seasons
and
Approximate Costs
Costing is based only on the safari component of a great mid-range trip with high density game viewing. Pricing is “per person, per day”. Solo travelers often pay a 50-75% premium.
Pricing can go up or down from here, depending on lodge quality, location and month. In locations like South Africa, high ticket safari prices can be offset with lower priced accommodation in Cape Town and beyond.
East Africa
Kenya
January to February
July to September
Per diem for safari $800
Rwanda
December to February
June to September
$1500/person/gorilla trek
Per diem for safari $1500
Tanzania
June to October
Per diem for safari $1000
Uganda
December to February
June to September
$700/person/gorilla trek
Per diem for safari $800
Southern Africa
Botswana
May to September
Per diem for safari $1400
Namibia
May to September
Per diem for safari $1000
South Africa
May to September
Per diem for safari $1000
Zambia
May to September
Per diem for safari $900
Zimbabwe
May to September
Per diem for safari $900
* Travel between December 18 and January 7 is also considered to be a peak season and rates are often higher than those mentioned above.