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Africa budget safaris/budget safaris in Africa are ideal for travelers interested in exploring Africa on a tight budget!
Our African budget safaris offer our clients great value for their money as well as a golden opportunity to explore the iconic tourism destinations in Africa. Among these include the great Masai Mara, Kruger NP, Cape Town, Okavango Delta, and Victoria Falls, among others.
On budget African safaris, expect to enjoy several amazing adventures. These include wildlife viewing, gorilla tracking, experiencing the wildebeest migration event, chimpanzee trekking, birdwatching, beach holidays, remarkable cultural encounters, and mountain hiking tours, among others. The incredible animal sightings will fascinate you!
If interested in affordable safaris in Africa, this African budget safari blog has brought you tips to follow to organize one. You can go ahead and book with us an affordable cheap African safari on a budget.
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There are several amazing tourist sites in Africa worth visiting for a rewarding experience on your African budget safaris. Among these are incredible national parks, game reserves, beautiful beaches, mountains, towns for instance Cape Town in South Africa, etc.
Here are the famous places a must visit on your African budget safaris:
Masai Mara National Reserve is one of the famous African places worth visiting for classic wildlife tours.
Globally, this picturesque park is known for its great Wildebeest migration event! It’s a thrilling annual phenomenon where millions of Wildebeests along with thousands of Zebras and Gazelles transverse the scenic golden plains of East Africa.
Just like Kruger National Park in South Africa Cape Town, Masai Mara is also a prime destination to spot the big game in Africa including the Big Five.
While on your budget African safaris in Mara game reserve, you can enjoy a game drive, bush walks, hot air balloon safaris, and birdwatching.
If interested in the classic game-watching adventures on your budget African vacation trip, consider visiting Kruger National Park in South Africa Cape Town for a memorable experience!
This great park in Southern Africa is one of the best sites to spot the Big Five as well as other South Africa’s wildlife! Kruger Park boasts a viable population of Lions, Leopards, Cape Elephants, Buffalos, Rhinos, Zebras, Giraffes, Cheetahs, Hyenas, Wild dogs, Hippos, Wildebeests, plus several Antelope species. Bird lovers expect to encounter several amazing bird species.
On your budget safari tours in Kruger South Africa, you’ll enjoy game driving, nature walks in the picturesque African bush, and hot air balloon rides, to mention but a few. Expect to encounter most of South Africa’s wildlife.
Kruger budget safari tours hardly miss the Cape Town tour and Kapama private game reserve. Never miss also a scenic drive along the scenic Panorama Route a private tour is possible!
While on your African budget safaris in Botswana, Okavango Delta is a must-not-miss spot for game-viewing adventures. It’s also known for its eye-catching spectacular scenery (the flood plains of a meandering river) worth watching all day long!
Okavango Delta is a striking UNESCO world heritage site boasting all the Big Five, (Lions, Leopards, Cape Buffalos, Elephants, as well as the Black and White Rhinos. Other amazing animals to spot in the Okavango Delta include African wild dogs, Wildebeests, Giraffes, Zebras, Hippos, etc.
If lucky, during your wildlife trip in the Okavango Delta, you can spot Lions or Wild dogs hunting.
Thrilling game walking safaris, boat trip adventures, birdwatching, game driving, and hot air balloon rides are possible.
Ngorongoro Crater is another popular site for wildlife adventures for travelers undertaking budget safari trips in Tanzania.
During your visit to Ngorongoro Crater- a famous UNESCO World Heritage site, expect to spot hundreds and thousands of game animals. Among these include the Big Five (Lion, Leopard, Buffalo, Elephant, and Rhino), Giraffes, Zebras, Cheetahs, giant Nile Crocodiles, Hippos, Hyenas, etc.
The other must-not-miss attractions in Ngorongoro Crater are the rich birdlife as well as the Olduvai Gorge- an archaeological site where the skull of early man (Zinjathropus) was discovered.
Chobe National Park is another prominent site commonly visited by travelers on budget safaris in Botswana. This gorgeous park is renowned for its massive Elephant population, large Buffalo herds and incredible birdlife, etc.
In Chobe National Park, the dry season offers the best sights for game-watching! During this season, game animals are easily spotted on the banks of the Chobe River while on a boat trip adventure. Game driving, budget lodge safaris, and camping safari adventures are also possible.
This lovely park of Botswana is situated near the borders of Zambezi, Zimbabwe, and Namibia. Thus, it’s an ideal site for travelers interested in exploring the breathtaking Victoria Falls on top of their budget safari in Southern Africa.
Victoria Falls is also another great site you shouldn’t miss visiting while on your budget safaris in Southern Africa. This wonderful waterfall is among the great 7 natural wonders of the world!
The breathtaking Victoria Falls is the largest waterfall in the world. It’s a 1.7km wide gorgeous curtain of water falling about 100m, creating eye-catching scenery. Words can’t explain the beauty of the mighty Victoria Falls!
On your budget holiday tour in Zambia or Zimbabwe, the best way to explore Victoria Falls is by undertaking a chopper flight over this great natural wonder “Vic Falls”. Adventurous travelers can go ahead to swim in the Devil’s Pool!
The spectacular views of Victoria Falls are ideal for photography. It can also be a superb place for honeymooners.
South Africa Cape Town is among the amazing towns worth visiting on your African budget safaris in Southern Africa. The great Cape Town is also among the prominent tourist sites in South Africa, known as Africa’s Mother City as it gave birth to civilization.
Cape Town is situated between a gorgeous craggy mountain range and the Atlantic Ocean. While on your African budget safaris in South Africa, the Cape Town trip is normally done before or after other adventures like game-watching.
During your Cape Town tour, you’ll visit lovely museums as well as beautiful art galleries in Cape Town.
Most visitors end their Cape Town excursions by relaxing on one of the gorgeous beaches around this historic town- Cape Town. Furthermore, never end your Cape Town adventure without exploring Cape Point- an amazing site where the vast Indian Ocean meets the Atlantic Ocean.
Adventurous lovers on safari tours in Cape Town can go ahead to explore the nearby Table Mountains! Hikes are possible however, cable cars can also be used to explore this dazzling mountain within Cape Town city.
Other Safari Sites Worth Visiting on Your African Budget Safaris
On your African budget safaris, expect to enjoy a memorable holiday experience as the African continent has a lot to offer for every traveler!
Among the key activities to do on your safari in Africa include; game viewing, gorilla trekking, chimpanzee trekking, cultural encounters, and birding, etc.
Here is the detail of fun things to do on Africa on African budget safaris:
Undertaking game drives on your budget African tours offers you a golden opportunity to spot most of the wild animals in Africa. Among these include Lions, Leopards, Elephants, Cape Buffalos, Rhinos, Zebras, Giraffes, Cheetahs, Giant Hippos, Crocodiles, Hyenas, Wildebeest, several Antelope Species, etc.
Normally, game driving is done in a tour vehicle with an open top-up roof for game viewing.
The key sites for wildlife adventures on your African budget safari tour include.
Have you ever thought of meeting face-to-face with the endangered Mountain gorillas in their natural habitat? If yes, consider undertaking Mountain gorilla trekking on your budget African safari vacation.
During your gorilla tracking adventure, you’ll enjoy Mountain gorillas “the largest apes on Earth” feeding, playing, grooming, etc. The great sheer size of the mighty Silverback will amaze you!
Budget gorilla tracking tours in Africa are best done in Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest however, they’re also possible in Rwanda Volcanoes Park.
The Wildebeest great migration phenomenon is an amazing annual movement of millions of Wildebeests with thousands of Zebras, along with Topis and Gazelles through the vast golden plains of East Africa.
Undeniably, it’s one of the most thrilling safari experiences for wildlife and nature enthusiasts on African budget safaris.
As you plan to undertake your cheap African safari trip, note that this experience is only possible in Masai Mara and Serengeti.
You can do a car hire and enjoy a private tour!
African chimpanzee trekking tours allow you to encounter amazing man’s close cousins, the chimps in their natural environment. This is also another unforgettable adventure you should never miss on your African budget safari trip.
On this adventure, you’ll amazingly watch Chimpanzees feeding, patrolling, socializing, swinging in trees, kissing, grooming, communicating, etc. After this lovely safari thrill, you’ll agree that chimps are indeed the man’s closest cousins!
Uganda Kibale Forest Park in East Africa is the best place for chimpanzee trekking affordable safaris.
Other Amazing Things to Do on Your Budget Safari Trips in Africa
Although Kenya and Tanzania are both considered ideal for cheap African safari tours when compared to Southern African countries, trips to Kenya are more affordable. This is because, Kenya has more lodges, developed roads, as well as other infrastructures compared to Tanzania.
Are you wondering which country has the cheapest safaris in Africa? From experience, we suggest Kenya, South Africa Cape Town, as well as Namibia.
Other safari countries (cheapest safari destinations in Africa) worth visiting on your budget safaris in Africa include Uganda, Tanzania, Botswana, as well as Rwanda.
On average, African budget safaris in all safari countries costs between $125 to $1500 per person per day. This rate is affected by your travel style i.e. the transport means you’re to use, meals as well as activities you’ll undertake, etc.
If you’re looking for affordable African safaris, consider visiting South Africa Cape Town, Kenya, Uganda, as well as Botswana. Other cheapest safari destinations for affordable African vacation tours include Tanzania, Rwanda, and Namibia.
While on your safari in Africa, expect to spend about $125 to $1500 per day. This rate includes transportation costs, meals, and accommodation. It may also include or not include fees for your tour drive guide.
An average budget safari in Africa costs about 125$ to $1500 per person per day. This rate might not include fees for accommodation, transport charges, as well as the service of the tour guide.
Feel free to inquire from your travel agent. Some travel agents can break down for you your daily expenses.
As you plan to undertake a 10 days budget safari trip in Africa, expect to spend over $1800 per person per day. This rate can be influenced by your travel style that’s to say, the transport means and accommodation you wish to use while on your trip.
Your travel agent will suggest for you safari options to suit your budget.
This is a common question from our clients intending to undertake African budget safaris! We suggest that you visit Kenya, Uganda, South Africa as well as Namibia. Other affordable African countries worth visiting on your African trip include Tanzania, Rwanda, and Botswana.
For a rewarding experience, your tour operator will guide you with various safari options.
Fear of costs should never stop you from taking a safari vacation in Africa! There are several ways how you can enjoy a trip in Africa on a tight budget!
Here are the tips on how to book a cheap African safari:
Traveling in the low season (off season) is an ideal way to enjoy African budget safaris. Normally, in the low season (November to April), prices for most trips and lodges are offered at low discounts.
Using budget accommodation while on your African tour reduces your costs drastically. Choosing to stay in a tented camp (budget accommodation) than staying in a luxury safari lodge is not only authentic for budget African safaris but, it allows you to enjoy the romance of the African bush.
If interested in African budget safaris, you should consider traveling as a group. It allows sharing of costs like accommodation, transport as well as the service of local guides.
Normally, local tour operators offer more friendly rates for African trips than international travel agents!
Visiting one country allows you to save money for visas, vaccinations as well as transport costs.
Staying longer in a place is another way to enjoy an affordable safari in Africa. It allows you to save costs for road transfers as well as internal flights. Therefore, you should your destination based on what you want to see and do on your vacation.
If interested in the Wildebeest great migration, consider visiting Masai Mara or the Serengeti.
Traveling by road rather than using domestic flights is the best way to undertake budget safaris in Africa. It’s one of the great ways of saving money. However, note that some drives can be long, but you’ll enjoy the dramatic scenery during the drive for instance while on the Panorama Route in South Africa Cape Town.
How to Book a Cheap Safari?
We advise you to book your holiday vacation in Africa with a tour operator. Ensure you choose a dependable travel agent.
Budget African safari inclusions differ between tour companies, national parks as well as the country you’re visiting! However, note that there are some common inclusions such as a vehicle driver, as well as some sort of budget accommodation and basic meals.
The park entry fees may or may not be included. We advise that you check with your travel agent while booking your budget tour.
As it is with everything, you get what you pay for! African budget safaris call for fewer extras and options than luxury trips. A luxury trip means luxury lodges, vehicle, guide, and meals.
Generally, a budget safari in Africa majorly involves camping or using budget accommodation adjacent to national parks. A luxury tour in Africa uses luxury lodges (camp sites) situated in parks or in areas where wildlife viewing is exceptional.
Note that, at the end of the day, you’ll all have the same sightings of animals.
For a notable vacation in Africa, it’s ideal you come with the following for a successful trip:
During your African budget safaris, don’t expect to stay in horrible budget accommodation facilities! Most of these facilities have amenities like flushing toilets, warm showers, comfortable beds, and restaurants, among others. Depending on the lodge, bathrooms may be shared.
In some areas, you can set up your own tent (mostly done by travelers on camping safaris) and do other camp chores. African camping safaris are possible in Maasai Mara among others.
Dry season- June to October is the best time to undertake African trips. During this time, game-watching in Savannah parks is at its best! It’s easier to spot animals during a game drive around water holes.
This time is also ideal for travelers interested in gorilla trekking tours as well as mountain hiking adventures. The trails are usually drier, and mud free!
Migratory birds are present from November to April.
Note that the dry season is the peak season, parks are usually crowded and tourism products tend to be higher.
November to March (rainy season) are ideal months for African budget safaris. In these months parks are crowd-free and usually, lodges give out discounts to their guests. During these months, some safari companies also give out discounts on their trips.
Although there are many safari companies in Africa, it’s always wise to book your trip with a reliable travel agent!
Below are the best safari companies in Africa to book your trip with:
If you’re looking for African budget safari tours, get in touch with us now! We have several affordable African safaris ranging from budget lodge safaris, camping safari adventures, fly-in safaris, game watching, gorilla tracking, chimpanzee tracking, etc.
The following are the popular affordable safaris in Africa:
22 Days Victoria Falls to Zanzibar and Kenya budget safari tour
This affordable trip allows you to visit Victoria Falls and Zanzibar for a beach holiday. Among others, expect to enjoy classic game drives in the best national parks of East Africa.
14 Days South Africa Cape Town and Namibia budget adventure
On this trip, you’ll explore Cape Town, Cederberg Mountain, and the great Fish River Canyon. More still, you’ll enjoy sandboarding in the Namib Desert and wildlife viewing in Etosha National Park.
11 Days Masai Mara and Serengeti budget camping safari
Among others, this affordable trip offers you game-watching in Serengeti and Maasai Mara- Africa’s superb sites for wildlife tours.
8 Days Kenya budget safari trip in Masai Mara
This is another lovely affordable tour in Africa. It offers you a golden opportunity to explore the best safari sites in Kenya, Masai Mara inclusive. Here you’ll enjoy rewarding game-drive adventures.
To sum up, it’s possible to explore Africa even on a tight budget! We have brought you several amazing African budget safaris, all carefully designed to offer you a rewarding experience and value for your money. We can also organize for you an affordable luxury African safari tour.
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