Luxury Safari Budget Planner

Size a bespoke safari budget in minutes. Enter the nightly rate, trip length, and intra-country flights, then layer in gratuities, conservation fees, and international travel to reveal total spend, per-guest cost, and the deposit you need to secure your dates.

Per night cost for the lodge or tented camp, inclusive of meals and game drives.
Total nights at safari camps or lodges.
Charter hops, bush flights, and private transfers within the destination.
Optional. Defaults to $45 per guest per night if left blank.
Optional. Defaults to 2 travellers for per-guest calculations.
Optional. Include entry visas, conservation levies, or park fees per person.
Optional. Add long-haul flights to reflect door-to-door spend.
Optional. Typical luxury camps collect 30% on booking; override if your operator requires more.

Pricing varies by season, lodge category, and exchange rates. Confirm quotes with your safari operator before submitting deposits.

Examples

  • $1,850 nightly rate, 5 nights, $2,400 internal flights, $60 gratuities, 2 guests, $50 visa, $3,200 international flights, 35% deposit ⇒ Total safari spend: $15,550.00 USD • Per-guest cost: $7,775.00 USD • Average daily spend: $3,110.00 USD • Suggested deposit at 35.00%: $5,442.50 USD with $10,107.50 USD remaining.
  • $1,350 nightly rate, 7 nights, $1,800 internal flights, default gratuities, 2 guests, $105 visa, no international flights entered, default 30% deposit ⇒ Total safari spend: $12,090.00 USD • Per-guest cost: $6,045.00 USD • Average daily spend: $1,727.14 USD • Suggested deposit at 30.00%: $3,627.00 USD with $8,463.00 USD remaining.

FAQ

How do I add extra pre- or post-safari nights in the city?

Increase the nights input to cover the entire trip or add the hotel cost to the international flights field so the total reflects every segment.

Can I account for private vehicle or guide surcharges?

Yes. Add the surcharge to the regional flights field or the international flights field so it is included in the subtotal before deposits are calculated.

What if gratuities are pooled per vehicle instead of per guest?

Divide the expected pool by your travel party and enter the per-guest share to keep the per-person math accurate.

Do conservation levies belong in the nightly rate or fees field?

Either approach works—enter them in the visa/park fee input if they are quoted per person, or add them to the nightly rate if bundled with the room.

Additional Information

  • Nightly rates usually bundle meals and activities; add optional line items for balloon safaris or private guides separately.
  • Many operators request a 30–40% deposit six to twelve months before travel—adjust the deposit percentage to match your contract.
  • Per-guest calculations divide door-to-door spend, helping you compare couples, family, or hosted group itineraries.

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