How to afford a Kenya safari : A safari in Africa. Excitement, potential, and a hint of glamour permeate even the mere notion of embarking on such an expedition. Is an African safari only for the rich and well-off? What about regular people who wish to get out of their routine and experience something unique and exotic. Continue reading to find out how less than you might think an African safari to Kenya’s wildlife areas can be. Our goal at Focus East Africa Tours is to make safari experiences possible for all types of tourists. Adventures, after all, can take many different forms.
What size is your safari?
Probably the most significant factor influencing your budget is how long your trip will last. Obviously, a nine-day, seven-park tour is far more expensive than an afternoon trip to a nearby wildlife park.
For considerably less than $1000, we can, however, take you on a three- or four-day safari in one of our 4×4 Land Cruiser Jeeps, which includes all meals, lodging, and a knowledgeable safari guide.
A specially designed jeep used by Focus East Africa Tours Drive across a national park with safaris. Of course, we can extend that safari to five or six days if your budget permits a little bit more.
Where will you stay?
You can choose to stay in a tented camp or a safari lodge on any of our itineraries. We then provide listings for economy, comfort, or luxury accommodations within those accommodation options. The decision is simple if you’re on a tight budget, but be aware that our economy options are fantastic they’re spotless, well-furnished, and provide delicious meals.
And who cares where you slept the night before when you’re out searching for all kinds of wildlife in the savannahs, bush, and forest.
Peak, High or Low Season?
Pick a season that works for your budget to find a safari that’s simple on the pocketbook. Peak season is when most people go on safari, which means that prices are higher during this period.
You can save 20–30% compared to the peak season if you book your African safari travel during the off-peak months. Another benefit? The parks might be all yours.
Elephant with Baby Elephants in Amboseli National Park.
A pair of cheetahs walking in file through Ngorongoro Crater.
More is less.
Here’s another excellent approach to help your safari budget the more folks in your group, the less it costs per person. The price savings between having two safari-goers in your group as opposed to a party of six can be as much as 30% less per person.
We also offer group safaris, a friendly and fun way to stay within your budget. Our group safaris leave several times a week for the big parks, like the Masai Mara. Join up with other adventure-minded people, enjoy the camaraderie, and enjoy savings on your Kenya safari.
By Jeep or Plane.
Lastly, be aware that taking a road trip in a Jeep is the most affordable way to go on a safari. However, if money is no object, you can take one of our air safaris and fly right into the national parks.
In summary, the length of the safari, the kind of accommodation, the season, and the number of other guests are the variables that determine the cost of the safari, which can make the difference between a dream safari and a nightmare. Speak with one of Focus East Africa Tours tour consultants, and together we can design the ideal safari to fit your preferences.
