How much does a Tanzania trip cost per day?

Approximately $80-120 a day for budget travellers on shared camping safaris, $200-400 for mid-range lodge safaris, and $800+ for luxury, as of 2026. Park fees and safari costs make up most of the spend.

Is Tanzania expensive compared with other African destinations?

Tanzania is not a backpacker bargain. Park fees of approximately $45-100 per person per day push safari costs above many neighbours, though food and local transport are cheap. Prices vary by season and operator.

Does the calculator include flights and park fees?

Flights, visas and insurance are not included. Park fees are reflected in the activities range, averaged per day. Confirm current fees with your operator before booking.

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Adjust the options below to build a realistic budget, from a long weekend in Zanzibar to a two-week safari circuit. All figures are in US dollars, the currency most lodges and parks quote.

Tanzania Trip Cost Estimator

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All prices are approximate, as of 2026, and vary by season and operator. Treat them as planning ranges, not quotes.

Accommodation: Guesthouses in Arusha, Moshi and Stone Town start at approximately $20-50 a night. Safari lodges and tented camps inside or beside the parks run from approximately $90 to $1,000+ a night, with a steep peak-season premium (July to October, and the Christmas period).
Food: A nyama choma or rice-and-beans plate costs approximately $2-5. Tourist restaurants in Zanzibar and Arusha run approximately $10-20 a meal. Full-board lodge meals are usually bundled into the room rate.
Activities: This is the big variable. Park fees alone are approximately $45-100 per person per day, and group safaris run from approximately $150 a day. Averaged across a trip that includes rest days, we use $40-150 a day. A safari-heavy itinerary will sit at the top of the range or above it.
Transport: Dalla-dalla minibuses and buses cost a few dollars a trip, taxis and ride-hailing in Dar es Salaam and Arusha approximately $3-15, and a domestic flight or ferry to Zanzibar approximately $40-150. Safari transport is normally included in your operator price.
Not included: International flights, visas, travel insurance, tips (approximately $15-20 per guide per day is standard) and Kilimanjaro or other trekking packages, which are priced separately. Exact fees change often, so check them with your operator.

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