No Hidden Fees. No Surprise Add-Ons.
One of the most frustrating aspects of booking a Tanzania safari is the industry habit of quoting a low base price and adding park fees, camping fees, and transfer costs as you get deeper into the booking. We do not do this. Our price is the complete price for the services described.
Here is the complete, honest breakdown of what is included — and what is not — so you can budget accurately before you depart.
In Your Package
What Is Included
Accommodation
- ✓All lodge, tented camp, or fly-camp accommodation as specified in your itinerary
- ✓All meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner at camps and lodges
- ✓All soft drinks, house wines, beers, and non-alcoholic beverages at permanent camps and lodges
- ✓Laundry service at most permanent luxury camps (confirm before booking)
- ✓Evening campfire and pre-dinner drinks at fly-camps
Safari Logistics
- ✓Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-top roof — your group only
- ✓Private guide for the duration of your safari — the same person throughout
- ✓All park entry fees paid directly by us at the gate (no surprises)
- ✓Ngorongoro Crater service fees
- ✓All ground transportation between parks and accommodation
- ✓Airport transfers to and from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
- ✓Private Arusha rest-day logistics: airport pickup, hotel, vehicle, rest-day planning
Planning & Support
- ✓Pre-departure planning consultation: timing, routing, camp selection
- ✓Detailed packing list, health advice, and reading guide
- ✓Detailed day-by-day itinerary with what to expect
- ✓48-hour emergency contact in Tanzania throughout your trip
- ✓Real-time itinerary adjustments if wildlife opportunities arise
In-Camp Extras
- ✓Sundowner setup at scenic locations during afternoon game drives
- ✓Bush breakfast at remote locations during mobile safaris
- ✓All park camping fees for fly-camping portions
- ✓All camping equipment: four-season tent, sleeping bag, sleeping mat
- ✓Quality camp beds and linens at fly-camps (not a thin roll mat)
Budget Separately
What Is Not Included
Flights & Visas
International flights to/from JRO or DAR
Book directly with Ethiopian Airways, KLM, Qatar, or Turkish Airlines — we do not mark up flights.
Tanzania tourist visa
$50–100 depending on nationality, obtainable on arrival or via online application.
Internal flights
Arusha to Serengeti flights if your itinerary uses them — quoted separately.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance with medical evacuation
Required. Must explicitly cover emergency helicopter evacuation from remote Tanzania parks.
Trip cancellation coverage
Recommended — many guests change dates; cancellation cover protects your deposit.
Personal Expenses
Tips for guide, cook, camp staff
$150–300 per person for the full safari. See our tipping guide for full breakdown.
Alcoholic beverages at lodges
Fine wines, spirits, and champagne at permanent camps are not included in the package price.
Souvenirs and personal purchases
Spice market visits, Maasai market purchases, crafts — budget $50–200 depending on interest.
Travel medications
Malaria prophylaxis, vaccinations, and prescription medications are not included.
Optional Activities
Cultural village visits
$10–30 per person for community-run village experiences.
Hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti
$550–650 per person — booked separately, often the highlight of a trip.
Ngorongoro crater floor picnic lunch
$30–50 per person — an exceptional experience worth the additional cost.
Nature walks in designated areas
$20–40 per person — typically led by armed ranger, available at most camps.
Typical Additional Costs
International flights
$800–1,800 return
Safari tips
$150–300 per person
Tanzania visa
$50–100
Travel insurance
$50–200
Balloon safari
$550–650 per person
Alcoholic drinks
$50–200 per stay
Continue Planning
Money
Safari Cost Guide
Full cost breakdown: park fees, accommodation tiers, and a realistic total budget.
Tips
Tipping Guide
Exactly what to tip your guide, cook, and camp staff — with amounts in dollars.
Accommodation
Luxury Camps Guide
Our honest recommendations for the best luxury camps in Tanzania — not just our own.
Magical Tanzania has been pricing safaris honestly since 1978. Ask us for a complete quote — no surprises after you book.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in a Magical Tanzania safari package?
Are park fees included in the safari price?
Is international flights included?
Is tipping included?
What is not included in a Tanzania safari?
Do I need travel insurance for Tanzania safari?
Can I add a Zanzibar extension to my safari package?
Is the Serengeti hot air balloon safari included?
Start Planning Your Ultra-Luxury Safari
Personal itinerary, zero obligation — just ask Kassim.