How Much Does a Safari in Botswana Cost?

    Safari costs in Botswana - from budget to luxury. Compare lodge prices, park fees, and plan your budget.

    Lodge Price Ranges in Botswana

    $300

    Lowest rate (pps)

    $690

    Median from (pps)

    $1,390

    Median to (pps)

    $4,325

    Highest rate (pps)

    Prices in USD per person per stay (pps) from 71 lodges via Go2Africa. Excludes park fees and flights.

    Lodge Tiers in Botswana

    Luxury
    47 lodges
    Ultra Luxury
    44 lodges
    Budget
    20 lodges
    Mid-Range
    9 lodges
    Browse luxury lodges in Botswana

    Safari Budget Guide - Botswana

    Botswana operates a deliberate low-volume, high-value tourism policy. Strict concession limits mean fewer camps, higher exclusivity, and some of the most expensive safari rates in Africa - offset by outstanding wildlife density and pristine wilderness.

    Budget

    Budget options are limited. Self-drive camping in Chobe or Moremi is possible but requires a 4WD. Expect $100-$300/night for basic lodges.

    Mid-Range

    Good camps in the Okavango Delta periphery and Chobe from $400-$900/night per person sharing.

    Luxury

    The classic Botswana experience: mobile camps and permanent concessions in the Okavango Delta, Linyanti, and Selinda from $900-$4,000+ per person per night.

    Best Value Tip

    Visit in the shoulder season (March-May) for 20-30% lower rates at the same camps.

    Park Entry Fees

    No standardised national park fee structure - concession fees are built into camp rates.

    Example Lodge Prices in Botswana

    Ultra Luxury
    $2,070 - $3,920 pps
    Ultra Luxury
    $2,070 - $3,920 pps
    Ultra Luxury
    $2,070 - $3,920 pps
    Ultra Luxury
    $535 - $600 pps
    Ultra Luxury
    $1,000 - $2,000 pps
    Ultra Luxury
    $535 - $600 pps
    Ultra Luxury
    $550 - $830 pps
    Ultra Luxury
    $550 - $830 pps
    Ultra Luxury
    $630 - $1,390 pps
    Ultra Luxury
    $630 - $1,490 pps
    Ultra Luxury
    $985 - $2,040 pps
    Ultra Luxury
    $1,000 - $2,000 pps

    Prices in USD per person per stay via Go2Africa. Actual rates vary by season and availability.