How Much Money Should I Budget for a 10-Day Safari?
Planning your first African safari is exciting, but one question usually comes up before anything else: How much money should I budget for a 10-day safari? For a 10-day safari in Kenya or Tanzania, a realistic budget can range from roughly $2,500 per person for a budget trip to $10,000+ per person for a luxury…
Tipping on Safari: How Much Should You Tip Guides & Drivers?
Tipping on safari can feel confusing, especially if it’s your first trip to Kenya or Tanzania. How much should you tip your safari guide? Should you tip the driver separately? Do you tip lodge staff every day? Should you use US dollars or local currency? And what happens if you’re on a group safari rather…
How Much Cash Should You Carry in Kenya? A Practical Guide for Travelers
If you’re visiting Kenya for the first time, one of the most common questions is: How much cash should you carry in Kenya? The good news is that you probably don’t need to travel around Kenya carrying a large amount of cash. Credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and ATMs are widely used in many…
How Much Does a Kenya Safari Cost? A Realistic 2026 Budget
If you are planning your first safari, one of the biggest questions is simple: How much does a Kenya safari cost? The answer can be anywhere from a relatively affordable shared safari to a luxury experience costing several hundred dollars per person every day. For 2026, Kenya Wildlife Service gives a broad safari cost range…