HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO GO ON A LUXURY AFRICAN SAFARI?
Embarking on a luxury African safari is a dream for many, offering an incredible adventure in some of the most beautiful landscapes on Earth. These exclusive experiences often feature electric safari vehicles, luxurious lodges, and gourmet dining, all while witnessing nature at its best.
In case you're wondering how much you'll have to spend for an extraordinary safari journey in the style of celebrities and the ultra-rich, read on below!
How Much Does It Cost to Go on a Luxury African Safari?
Note that there are several luxury tours available for the African safari for every budget. But as a base reference for this story, we've selected the top-rated option from SafariBookings.com: the 8-Day Best of Botswana tour by Discover Africa Safaris.
This comprehensive tour is designed for two adults, including accommodation, meals, both land and air transportation, game drives, and a professional guide. The cost ranges from $7,150 to $11,480 per person (approximately P420,706 to P675,483), excluding international flights to and from your home country.
What Is Included in the Package?
You can explore three of Botswana’s premier conservation areas on this safari. Start in the Central Kalahari Game Reserve, renowned for its red sand dunes and expansive plains. Next, venture into the Okavango Delta for thrilling game drives and serene mokoro rides along its waterways. Finally, discover the Kwando Linyanti wetlands, a habitat of papyrus swamps, grasslands, and riverine forests teeming with diverse wildlife.
Upon arrival in Botswana, you'll be collected from the airport, with optional pre-tour accommodation available for an extra cost. Day 1 starts with a flight to the Central Kalahari, where you'll stay at Tau Pan Camp for two nights, enjoying game drives and dinner at camp. Day 2 explores the Kalahari with activities like game drives and nature walks, with optional trips to Deception Valley.
Day 3 takes you to Kwando Splash Camp in the Okavango Delta's Private Kwara Reserve, known for its waterways and wildlife. Days 4 to 5 at Splash Camp offer game drives, mokoro rides, and other activities.
Day 6 flies you to Kwando Lagoon Camp on the Kwando River, famous for elephants and buffalo. Day 7 features game drives and boat cruises at Lagoon Camp. Day 8 ends with a morning game activity before flying back to Maun Airport, with breakfast included.
For a detailed day-by-day guide of what you can expect during the tour, visit its website.
Celebrities Who Have Gone on African Safaris
Derek Ramsey and Ellen Adarna
Newlyweds Derek Ramsey and Ellen Adarna, who tied the knot in November 2021, chose Tanzania for their honeymoon, bringing Ellen’s son Elias along. The couple shared their family’s African adventures on Instagram, giving followers a glimpse of their magical trip.
Small Laude and Family
In July 2023, Small Laude and her family embarked on an exciting African safari in Botswana. Their adventure included close encounters with the region's incredible wildlife.
Anne Curtis, Solenn Heussaff, and Family
"It Girls" Anne Curtis and Solenn Heussaff, accompanied by their husbands, kids, and friends, recently enjoyed a South African safari. Their trip featured wine tours and close encounters with various wildlife, creating unforgettable family memories.
Catriona Gray
In 2019, Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray visited South Africa to judge the Miss South Africa pageant and took the opportunity to go sightseeing. She loved the safari experience so much that she had to go back in 2021.