An all-inclusive luxury safari usually covers accommodation, all meals, most drinks (including house wines and spirits), scheduled game drives and activities, and laundry. What varies is whether park fees, light-aircraft flights, private vehicles and premium drinks are included, and tips are almost never included.
Use the checklist below to compare quotes like for like. For itineraries, see our luxury safaris.
Last checked: September 2026.
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Common rate terms
| Term | Usually includes |
|---|---|
| Fully inclusive / all-inclusive | Room, meals, most drinks, activities, laundry; sometimes park fees |
| Game package | Room, meals and game activities; drinks extra |
| Full board | Room and meals only |
| Exclusive use | The whole villa or camp, often with a private guide, vehicle and chef |
What’s usually included
- Accommodation
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks
- Soft drinks, local beers, house wines and spirits
- Scheduled game drives or other activities in shared vehicles
- Laundry, often excluding underwear in some camps
- Wi-Fi at many lodges
- Transfers between the airstrip and the camp
What’s sometimes included
| Item | Check with |
|---|---|
| Park, concession or conservation fees | Each lodge; see our Tanzania park fees guide |
| Private vehicle and guide | The camp; see private vs shared vehicles |
| Walking safaris and night drives | Private reserves only |
| Light-aircraft flights | Your trip quote |
| Premium wines, champagne and spirits | The lodge’s drinks list |
| Honeymoon or celebration extras | Ask when booking |
What’s usually not included
- International flights and visas
- Travel insurance
- Gratuities. See our safari tipping guide
- Spa treatments
- Optional activities such as a balloon flight or scenic helicopter flight
- Shop purchases
- Crater service fees, if not in the lodge rate
A checklist for comparing quotes
- Are park and concession fees included, and for how many days?
- Are flights between camps included?
- Is the vehicle private or shared?
- Which drinks are included?
- Are airstrip transfers included?
- What are the cancellation and change terms?
- Is travel insurance required, and what must it cover?
Why “all-inclusive” prices vary
Two quotes for the same camp can look very different because one includes park fees, flights and a private vehicle and the other doesn’t. We show every inclusion and exclusion line by line in our quotes, so you can compare fairly. See how much a luxury Tanzania safari costs for typical totals.
FAQs
Are drinks included on a luxury safari?
Usually yes: soft drinks, local beers, house wines and spirits. Premium wines, champagne and top-shelf spirits are often extra.
Are park fees included in safari prices?
Sometimes. Many luxury lodges include them, and others charge separately. Always check.
Is a safari cheaper if it is all-inclusive?
Not necessarily cheaper, but easier to budget. Few extras appear on your final bill.
Get a clear quote
Our itineraries list every inclusion and exclusion. See our luxury safaris or enquire below.
