How much time do you need at Safari Park?

We recommend a minimum visit time of at least four hours. Can I drive through the Safari Park? No. The Safari Park is and always has been a walk-through sanctuary in which members and guests can purchase optional guided Safari tours to enhance their visits and get closer to animals.



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If you must see everything, plan on all day (6-7 hours). If you center on covering maybe 65%, you can probably do it in 5 hours. If you are hot on certain attractions, maybe only 3 hours.

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Regardless of the time of year, the best time of day to visit is in the morning as the animals tend to be most active then, before the temperatures reach afternoon highs. Tip: To avoid crowds, plan to visit the park on a weekday if possible.

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The extreme top-safaris can easily go up to $1,500 per night, or more! There is literally a safari to suit every budget. An African safari costs anywhere between $125 and $1,500 per person per night. A budget safari averages $150 per night, mid-range $350 and luxury $750.

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More often than not, people plan for 1-2 week safaris, thinking the longer the better. These people will squeeze in as many parks as possible. This sounds great in theory- the more the better, right? Well, there are a few things to consider before booking that 2-week multi-game park trip to Africa.

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Since transportation is limited, travellers must often pay for specialised vehicles, such as 4x4s, to traverse the terrain. The cost of these vehicles, combined with the high cost of fuel and the extra time it takes to reach the wildlife reserves, leads to an increase in the overall cost of a safari.

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YES. Start saving now because a luxury African safari is WORTH IT. We spent about $7500 including flights, hotels on either side of our trip in Johannesburg, safari lodge, and transfers from the airport.

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There is no need to bring anything fancy for evenings as African safari lodges tend to be casual. That said, it's nice to change out of what you've worn all day. Suggested safari footwear: Boots or closed-toe shoes for protecting your feet, and sandals for when it's hot.

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