How Much Does a Luxury African Safari Cost?
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Ker & Downey® Africa
Few travel experiences capture the imagination quite like an African safari. For many, it’s the ultimate bucket-list adventure. Waking to the sound of lions across the savannah, sipping sundowners beneath endless skies, and witnessing wildlife encounters that feel almost dreamlike, these are rare and highly exclusive experiences for those wishing to venture beyond the ordinary.
A luxury safari experience isn’t a one-size-fits-all tour. When you book with us, you will enjoy a meticulously curated journey where every detail, from private game drives to elegant lodges in the wild, is designed to create a once-in-a-lifetime experience. We craft transformative journeys, unlocking access to Africa’s most incredible wildlife and landscapes and opening doors to experiences few can imagine.
Understanding the cost of such an extraordinary adventure means looking beyond price tags to the unparalleled value of rare access, exceptional comfort, five-star service, and unforgettable moments.
What defines a luxury safari in Africa?
A luxury safari with us offers an exclusive and authentic immersion into Africa’s most extraordinary landscapes, and a level of comfort and exclusivity that redefines travel.
Think private lodges tucked away in pristine reserves, and experiences guided by some of the world’s most knowledgeable rangers, trackers, and conservationists, granting access to wildlife encounters few ever experience. Unlike standard tours, our luxury safaris are crafted as bespoke itineraries, tailored entirely to personal preferences, whether sunrise game drives, photographic workshops, or conservation-focused excursions. No two journeys are ever the same, with every luxury safari designed to be deeply personal and transformative.
Every detail of a luxury safari experience with us is designed to feel effortless: seamless private charters, discreet butlers, curated wine cellars, and dining that rivals Michelin-starred restaurants. This rare combination of wilderness and refinement elevates a Ker & Downey® Africa luxury safari from memorable to truly transformative.
How much does a luxury safari in Africa cost?
When it comes to luxury safaris, price can vary as widely as the landscapes themselves.
Entry-level luxury safari experiences begin at around $800–$1,200 per person per night, offering exceptional comfort and access to some of Africa’s most renowned reserves.
At the ultra-luxury end, costs can rise to $2,000+ per person per night, where private villas, exclusive concessions, and unparalleled personalization create an experience few will ever match.
Several factors influence the cost of a luxury safari in Africa. Destination plays a key role, with South Africa often more accessible than remote Botswana or Tanzania.
Timing matters too, with peak migration season commanding premium rates over quieter green-season months. The style of safari, from mobile tented camps to lavish lodges or private villas, also shapes the experience and price, as do extras such as helicopter flights, hot air balloon safaris, or a dedicated private guide.
Ultimately, the cost reflects not just accommodation but the depth of rare access, exclusivity, and unforgettable moments curated along the way. Our luxury safaris are designed to let you embrace Africa in its purest form.
What’s included in the price of a luxury safari?
The true value of a luxury safari in Africa lies in the wealth of rare experiences and exclusive services seamlessly woven into the journey. On a luxury safari with us, guests can expect daily game drives led by expert guides, exquisite dining paired with premium wines and spirits, and opportunities to unwind with spa treatments in the heart of the wilderness. Beyond the lodge, private transfers and domestic flights are arranged to ensure smooth and stress-free travel between destinations.
While the inclusions go far beyond the basics, they are carefully curated to create an immersive, worry-free adventure where every detail is taken care of, allowing guests to focus solely on the magic of Africa’s landscapes and wildlife.
Why is a luxury safari in Africa worth the cost?
Exclusivity and privacy are at the heart of a luxury safari in Africa: secluded lodges, private reserves, and personalized service to ensure every moment feels entirely your own.
A luxury safari with us goes far beyond standard travel experiences to deliver deeply personal, once-in-a-lifetime encounters that offer a truly transformative experience.
From tracking elephants at dawn with an expert guide to dining under a canopy of stars in complete solitude, our safaris unlock the magic of Africa.
When you choose to book a luxury safari in Africa with us, you will also benefit from leaving a positive impact with a safari that goes beyond merely observation. We only work with selected suppliers and accommodation providers that meet the highest conservation and sustainability standards and support only ethical wildlife encounters.
Our luxury safaris in Africa are crafted for the bold and discerning, individuals who want to explore off the beaten track and experience the rare kind of travel experience that enriches both guest and destination in equal measure. Explore the wonders of Africa in a way that feels personal and profound; contact us today.
Example luxury safari itineraries
While every itinerary is carefully tailored, a few examples reveal the scope of what awaits on a luxury safari with us.
A seven-night South Africa and Botswana circuit (from around $14,000 per person) might weave together the cosmopolitan energy of Cape Town with the raw wilderness of the Okavango Delta, balancing world-class cuisine and culture with intimate encounters in some of Africa’s most iconic reserves.
For those drawn to the spectacle of nature on the move, a 10-night Kenya and Tanzania migration safari (from roughly $18,000 per person) offers front-row seats to one of the planet’s most incredible wildlife phenomena, The Great Wildebeest Migration, enhanced by private game drives, elegant lodges, and a sense of wonder that words can scarcely capture.
These journeys are offered not as fixed templates, but as inspiration, glimpses of what a luxury safari can become when crafted around your passions and priorities.
Every journey begins with a conversation: Book your luxury safari in Africa with us
A luxury safari in Africa is an investment in transformative experiences, traveling with purpose and meaning.
Whether it’s a bespoke safari through South Africa and the vast savannahs of Botswana, following The Great Migration across Kenya and Tanzania, or enjoying barefoot luxury on a private island in the Indian Ocean, the possibilities are as limitless as the landscapes themselves.
Each itinerary is an open invitation to shape your own story of Africa. Design your luxury safari in Africa with us. Contact our Travel Concierge team and let us curate a bespoke itinerary entirely around your vision.
Curated Packages
Signature journeys across Africa
Our expert team crafts journeys that transcend luxury. Each itinerary is shaped by the spirit of the land and the wisdom of its people — opening doors to experiences few can imagine, and even fewer will ever access.
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Luxury Mauritius & South Africa Experience
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Southern Africa: Framed and Untamed
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Tanzania & Zanzibar Honeymoon Safari
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Tanzania and Seychelles Luxury Safari
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Chobe River Cruise & Okavango Delta Safari
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Rovos Rail and Zambezi River Escape
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Luxury Adventure through Namibia
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Spirit of Zambia Safari
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Mad Max Safari Adventure
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African Wild Dog Safari
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Luxury Egypt Experience
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Ultimate East Africa Safari
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Rivers & Rainforests: A Ugandan Safari
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Natural East Africa Wonders Safari
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Botswana & Victoria Falls Adventure
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9-day Victoria Falls to Botswana Luxury Safari
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Day Trip to Antarctica LuxVenture®
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Luxury Tanzania Honeymoon LuxVenture®
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South Africa Art, Wine & Wilderness Safari
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Luxury South Africa and Mozambique Honeymoon
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May-October
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Luxury Treehouse Safari to Botswana LuxVenture®
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15 June - 15 November
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Luxury Tented Safari in Tanzania
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The Ultimate Southern Africa Bush & Beach
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Luxury Safari in Zambia
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Wildebeest Calving Season Safari
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June-February
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A Cultural Safari Tanzania Zanzibar
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Luxury Safari in Kruger National Park & Cape Town
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Amboseli, Lewa and Masai Mara Safari
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Cairo + Luxury Nile Cruise
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Luxury Seychelles Honeymoon and Couples Vacation
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Best of Egypt LuxVenture®
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Tanzania & Zanzibar Family Holiday
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Gorillas & Big Five Safari Adventure
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Uganda Done Right
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African Wild Dog Safari in Zimbabwe
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Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Rwanda
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Southern Africa’s Finest: SA, Victoria Falls & Botswana
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Adventure and Exploration in the Seychelles
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Luxury Journey Through Morocco
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Elephant Safari in South Africa, Victoria Falls & Botswana
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6 DAYS
Horseback Safari in Kenya
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Luxury Kenya Safari
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Sub Saharan Kenya Safari Experience
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Beaches of Seychelles Vacation
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Electric Vehicle Safari in Kenya
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Cape Town Safari & Whale Coast Adventure
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Luxury Namibia Safari
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Luxury Gorilla Trekking Safari in Rwanda
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Luxury Morocco Vacation
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Culinary Journey to Morocco
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Tanzania and Zanzibar Safari
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March-December
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10 DAYS
Luxury Private Safari in Zambia
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April-October
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10 DAYS
Best of Botswana Safari
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June-October
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9 DAYS
The Great Wildebeest Migration Safari in Tanzania
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May-October
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South Luangwa Walking Safari
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18 DAYS
Southern Africa Luxury Bush & Beach Escape
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Tanzania Northern Circuit Safari
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Gorilla Trekking, Ngorongoro Crater & Serengeti
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Botswana Okavango Honeymoon LuxVenture®
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‘Out of Africa’ Safari in Kenya
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Luxury Family Safari: South Africa & Victoria Falls
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Zimbabwe Victoria Falls & Safari LuxVenture®
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