Tanzania Lodge Safari

A mid-range lodge safari in Tanzania generally costs about $550 to $990 per person per day, while luxury lodge safaris cost about $990 to $2,500. Ultra-luxury lodges start from about $2,500 per person per day. Prices change with season, lodge location, number of travellers and whether internal flights are included. We provide a clear breakdown so you understand what each level of comfort includes before you book.

A safari lodge is usually a permanent building of stone, wood or thatch, while a tented camp uses large canvas tents on raised platforms. Both typically offer real beds, private bathrooms and meals. Tented camps feel closer to nature, with the sounds of the bush around you at night. Lodges often provide more solid walls and broader facilities. Many private itineraries mix both styles across different parks.

Most Tanzania lodge safaris visit the northern circuit parks, including Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti. Longer itineraries may add Lake Eyasi for cultural visits with Hadzabe and Datoga communities, or Arusha National Park. The route can follow the Great Migration depending on the month, placing you in the southern, central, western or northern Serengeti. Lodges are chosen to reduce long driving days wherever possible.

A lodge safari is better if you value comfort, privacy, hot showers and restful nights, while a camping safari suits travellers seeking adventure on a tighter budget. Wildlife viewing is similar on both, since your private guide visits the same parks. Lodge safaris cost more but reduce daily setup and offer prepared meals. Some travellers combine both, camping in remote areas and staying in lodges elsewhere for balance.

Yes, every lodge safari with Foot Slopes Tours and Safaris is private and fully customisable. You choose the parks, number of nights in each area, lodge style and optional extras such as a Serengeti balloon flight, walking safari or Zanzibar beach stay. Your guide and vehicle are reserved only for you, so the daily schedule follows your interests. Share your dates and preferences to receive a tailor-made proposal.