African Safari Cost — A 2026 Pricing Guide From Hoedspruit

<p><strong>An African safari costs USD 350–700 per person per day in 2026</strong> at the mid-range tier, all-inclusive. Self-drive Kruger runs USD 100–250 per day; premium private-reserve lodges USD 700–1,500; ultra-luxury USD 1,500–3,500. South Africa, especially the Greater Kruger, is the most cost-efficient Big 5 destination. A 5-day mid-range trip from Hoedspruit lands at USD 2,500–3,500 per person.</p>