BEST BUDGET SAFARIS AFRICA

Travel has gone up dramatically in price. We totally understand that compromising travel because of costs can be a huge downer. Looking forward to and enjoying time away from home and work is essential and also one of life's little pleasures. Whatever budget you have, you should still be able to visit the places you’ve always wanted to and see the world.

If Africa is one of the places on the top of your travel list, then you have found the right article. Throughout this helpful guide - we will be showing you how you can book a cheap safari in Africa and still have the most amazing time as well as experiencing outstanding and professional service.

When it comes to an African budget safari, there are a few red flags to be aware of that we will be covering in this article. We will also be giving you the secrets in booking an exceptional safari but still being able to travel low cost.

Flying across the globe can be time-consuming and expensive. We share all the tips and tricks to book a cheap safari in Africa, that's exceptional and enjoyable as any other safari on the market.

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BEST BUDGET SAFARIS AFRICA - HOW TO PLAN A CHEAP SAFARI IN AFRICA

Booking a cheap safari in Africa is pretty easy. There are tons of affordable safari lodges to choose from as well as safari companies that offer cheap safari excursions, whether you choose to do a one-day safari or multi-day safari - Africa offers it all!

Compromising quality for affordability will be evident when scanning the market for cheap safaris in Africa, so it's important to be aware of the red flags and know what to watch out for when booking.

The first step in booking a cheap safari is to work out your entire budget including flights, transfers, spending money, lodging costs and safari costs. Once you have your maximum budget set, you can then start scanning the market.

It's advisable to think about traveling off-peak as this will cut down your costs considerably. Venturing to Africa within months that aren't the most popular and low-season will save you a lot of money. The positive to this is that safaris won't be as saturated with tourists as they normally are during high season. The landscape will be much quieter and you'll have better sightings of wild animals without so many tourists present. We have a great article on weather, low and high seasons in Tanzania here: Tanzania - The Best Time To Go

Keep in mind when booking an African budget safari is to compromise the amount of days you go. Cutting down on vacation days is a great way to enable booking a quality safari, rather than booking more days with a mediocre company that does not fulfill your true safari expectations. For example, if you have Tanzania in mind and want to see all the big attractions like Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park and the Serengeti. Our suggestion is to focus on one area like the Serengeti and spend a few days really exploring the wonderful area there instead of experiencing a watered-down version of each location. The Serengeti is a national park that offers a world of opportunities and animal sightings - the Serengeti alone is enough and will make for an amazing adventure.

Another thing to think about is cutting out extravagant excursions. If you are thinking hot air balloons and dinner al fresco served by the country's best chefs - this will be extremely costly. These excursions and experiences will charge you a lot of money and will maximize tourist costs. Spend money on the basics and make sure that the affordable safari lodgings have great reviews and offer great food. Opt for a safari company that offers quality service, takes care of their guests properly as well as offers safari vehicles that are in great condition. These are the basics that will enhance your trip and allow you to experience an incredible adventure.

BEST BUDGET SAFARIS AFRICA - WHAT TO STEER CLEAR OF WHEN BOOKING A BUDGET SAFARI IN AFRICA

There are a few things to be aware of when booking a cheap safari in Africa. First and foremost safari companies who don’t have good reviews / any reviews, who do not respond to your questions or emails in a timely manner and do not have a fully functioning website or contact details.

There are so many safari companies that offer cheap safaris in Africa, it's important to look beyond the price.

Quality of service is crucial when traveling to a foreign country. Safety is of utmost importance and it's essential to book with a company that ensures you are being guided, driven and housed in safe environments at all times. Guides and drivers must be knowledgeable about the region's risks as well the risks exposed to wild animals. They must also know how to operate within national parks and around the wildlife there.

If you are booking your safari and accommodations separately, make sure to book with camps or lodgings that have good reviews, certifications and / or awards. There are many affordable safari lodges and camps that have all of the above - you just need to search for them. Many exist in and near most national parks and even though they are cheaper, they are still very enjoyable.

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BEST BUDGET SAFARIS AFRICA - THE BEST AND MOST AFFORDABLE SAFARI LODGE IN TANZANIA

If you are heading to Tanzania, we have one remarkable lodge that we highly recommend. Perfect for all African budget safaris.

It's always great to book an all-inclusive African safari adventure which includes accommodation, excursions and safari game drives. However, there are other times you can simply organize an African budget safari independently choosing your own safari company and selecting the lodges to match. If you are organizing a safari yourself and venturing to Tanzania, take a look at this award winning, highly favored affordable safari lodge…….

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MAASAI GIRAFFE ECO LODGE

The wonderful Maasai Giraffe Eco Lodge is situated perfectly in Northern Tanzania. If you are visiting Ol Donyoi Lengai Volcano, Lake Natron or the legendary Great Rift Valley and are seeking affordable safari lodges, we highly recommend staying at this renowned lodge.

Within a humble and quiet village located at the foot of Ol Donyoi Lengai Volcano sits the enchanting Maasai Giraffe Eco Lodge surrounded by incredible landscapes that are waiting for you to explore. There are many activities to experience too, making this lodge even more desirable. Take a look at the many activities they offer HERE

What's wonderful about this affordable safari lodge is that it's a stone's throw away from Africa’s biggest attractions - Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti and Tarangire National Park. Making it a perfect lodge to select for all African budget safaris in Tanzania.

It's named the Maasai Giraffe Eco Lodge because of the large groups of majestic Giraffe that pass the lodge every day after visiting their favorite watering hole in the village. You’ll be sure to catch a glimpse of them wandering past on a daily basis, which is another unique aspect of staying here. The Lodge allows you to immerse yourself into nature being surrounded by these big and beautiful wild animals as well as engage in the Maasai community. If you choose to, you will have the opportunity to meet them and discover their unique way of life.

This modest but polite lodge packs a punch in its commitment to the environment as well as their respect for nature. Reducing their footprint using solar panels, water filters, reducing plastics and performing permaculture and reforestation are just some of the wonderful things the Masai Giraffe Eco Lodge is committed to and passionate about.

When you choose to stay at the Maasai Giraffe Eco Lodge, it means you are choosing ecotourism. They are devoted to greener operations which they accomplish in six areas:

Preserving wild areas
Supporting the local economy through fair tourism
Enhancing the authenticity of the Maasai Culture
Developing projects for the local community
Promoting ethical tourism
Making ecotourism

If you are seeking affordable safari lodges in Tanzania, make this your first choice - The Maasai Giraffe Eco Lodge

WHY OUR SAFARIS CATER TO EVERYONES BUDGET

Throughout the last few years, travel has risen and fallen in prices. From not being able to travel to now, having the world at your fingertips. Travel should be a necessity in life and something that everyone should enjoy yearly, without needing to budget the whole year in order to do so. That's why we have created our three price structures offering travelers an economical, comfortable and luxurious option to make it possible that everyone can travel with whatever budget they have.

We also customize our trips with room to adjust various elements of the trip to your liking. If you are looking to travel on a particular date or to a specific destination, no problem. We customize every aspect including interests, location and time frame for you and your group. When you travel with us, we pride ourselves on taking care of every detail to ensure a trip of a lifetime.

Ensuring that whatever budget you have, we can create the most amazing experience and adventure like never before.

If you are looking for African budget safaris or for more information on customizing or creating your trip, please follow this link to be connected to one of our travel advisors

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