Tipping on a Tanzania Safari: How Much to Give

Tipping is an expected part of safari culture in Tanzania, so budget for it as its own line item rather than an afterthought. As a general guideline, plan on $15 to $20 per day for your safari guide, and set aside a similar combined amount for camp staff over the length of your stay. Tips are usually paid in cash, and US dollars are widely accepted alongside Tanzanian shillings. Carry a fair number of small bills for the purpose, since change isn't always easy to get. Some camps keep a shared staff tip box instead of asking you to tip each person, and camp staff typically explain this on arrival, so you won't have to guess at the right approach at any property. If you build tipping into your overall budget from the start, it won't feel like a surprise expense halfway through the trip. Our guide to other costs worth planning for may help, or contact us with any tipping questions before you travel.