custom safari for American travelers
A custom safari in Tanzania offers American travelers a unique opportunity to design their dream African adventure from the ground up. With iconic landscapes, diverse wildlife, and authentic cultural experiences, Tanzania is a premier safari destination. Tailoring your safari ensures that every aspect of the journey—lodging, activities, pace, and destinations—is personalized to match your preferences, travel style, and budget. Whether you want a romantic escape, a family adventure, or a luxury wildlife tour, a custom safari provides the flexibility to make it truly yours.
At Prehemy Tours, we specialize in creating personalized safaris that reflect your unique interests and expectations. From the first consultation to the last day of your journey, we work closely with American travelers to design immersive, worry-free experiences in Tanzania’s most breathtaking destinations.
Why Choose a Custom Safari in Tanzania?
Tanzania is home to some of the world’s most renowned national parks and game reserves, including the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire, and Lake Manyara. A custom safari allows you to handpick your destinations, choose your accommodation standards—ranging from budget-friendly camps to five-star lodges—and determine how much time to spend in each location.
With Prehemy Tours, you're not just choosing a travel package—you’re building a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Unlike group tours with fixed itineraries, our custom safaris put you in control. Whether you want to witness the Great Migration, track the Big Five, immerse yourself in Maasai culture, or relax on the beaches of Zanzibar, we help you create a seamless, enriching journey that’s 100% tailored to you.
Tailored Itineraries for Every Type of Traveler
American travelers come to Tanzania with different expectations, and a custom safari accommodates them all. At Prehemy Tours, we craft diverse and flexible itineraries to suit your travel personality and purpose:
- Luxury Safari: Stay in exclusive tented camps or high-end lodges, enjoy private game drives, gourmet meals, and fly-in safaris for a seamless, elegant experience.
- Family Safari: Kid-friendly lodges, shorter travel distances, and engaging activities like nature walks or cultural visits make safaris enjoyable and educational for all ages.
- Adventure Safari: Combine wildlife drives with walking safaris, night game drives, hot air balloon rides, or even a Mount Kilimanjaro climb for thrill-seekers.
- Honeymoon Safari: Romantic lodges, candle-lit dinners in the bush, and breathtaking sunset views make Tanzania an ideal destination for newlyweds.
- Photography Safari: Travel with expert guides from Prehemy Tours who understand lighting, angles, and animal behavior, helping you capture once-in-a-lifetime shots.
Whatever your dream safari looks like, we customize it to make it a perfect fit.
Top Destinations to Include in Your Custom Safari
Tanzania’s landscapes are vast and varied, and with a custom safari, you can choose where to go based on your interests and the best times to visit.
At Prehemy Tours, we recommend incorporating a blend of iconic and lesser-known destinations for a well-rounded experience:
- Serengeti National Park: Witness the Great Migration and explore open plains rich with lions, cheetahs, and elephants.
- Ngorongoro Crater: Explore one of the world’s natural wonders, teeming with wildlife and offering unmatched views.
- Tarangire National Park: Spot large elephant herds, baobab trees, and rich birdlife.
- Lake Manyara National Park: Discover tree-climbing lions and lush forests.
- Selous Game Reserve (Nyerere National Park): Venture off the beaten path for boat and walking safaris in a tranquil wilderness.
- Zanzibar Island: Unwind with pristine beaches, turquoise waters, and historic Swahili culture after your safari adventure.
Each custom itinerary crafted by Prehemy Tours is designed to balance wildlife, culture, and relaxation according to your travel goals.
When to Plan Your Custom Safari in Tanzania
Tanzania is a year-round safari destination, but your ideal travel window depends on what you’d like to experience. Prehemy Tours offers expert guidance on the best times to travel:
- June to October: Dry season with excellent wildlife viewing and the Great Migration.
- November to March: Green season with beautiful landscapes, birdwatching, and calving season in the Serengeti.
- April to May: Quiet and affordable, perfect for travelers seeking privacy and lush scenery.
Whether you prefer peak wildlife action or peaceful surroundings, we help you plan your safari at the perfect time.
What to Expect on a Custom Safari with Prehemy Tours
When you book a custom safari with Prehemy Tours, you can expect:
- Personalized Consultation: We begin with a one-on-one planning session to understand your interests, travel dates, budget, and preferences.
- Expert Safari Guides: Our guides are experienced locals with deep knowledge of Tanzania’s ecosystems and fluent English communication.
- Private Vehicles: Enjoy flexible game drives at your pace, stopping as often as you want for photography or observation.
- Diverse Accommodations: Choose from eco-lodges, luxury tented camps, or mobile bush camps—all handpicked for quality and experience.
- Seamless Logistics: From airport transfers to domestic flights and park entries, we handle every detail so you can focus on the adventure.
Travel Tips for American Visitors
To ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience in Tanzania, here are some essential travel tips from the Prehemy Tours team:
- Visa: Easily obtain a tourist visa online or on arrival.
- Vaccinations: Yellow fever vaccination is recommended; take malaria prevention medication.
- Currency: U.S. dollars are widely accepted; local currency is the Tanzanian Shilling.
- Connectivity: Most safari lodges offer Wi-Fi, though remote locations may have limited service.
- Packing: Bring neutral-colored clothing, a good camera, sunscreen, insect repellent, and binoculars.
A full packing checklist will be provided before departure.
Prehemy Tours Safari Price List
Safari Package2 DAYS OPTION - Price Per Person
| Accommodation Type | Duration | 1 pax (USD) | 2 pax (USD) | 3 pax (USD) | 4 pax (USD) | 5 pax (USD) | 6 pax & More (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget Camp - Leopard | 2 Days | $1,500 | $1,000 | $900 | $850 | $800 | $750 |
| Midrange Lodges - Lion | 2 Days | $1,700 | $1,200 | $1,100 | $1,050 | $1,000 | $950 |
| Luxury Lodges - Elephant | 2 Days | $2,000 | $1,500 | $1,400 | $1,300 | $1,200 | $1,100 |
3 DAYS OPTION - Price Per Person
| Accommodation Type | Duration | 1 pax (USD) | 2 pax (USD) | 3 pax (USD) | 4 pax (USD) | 5 pax (USD) | 6 pax & More (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget Camp - Leopard | 3 Days | $2,200 | $1,600 | $1,500 | $1,400 | $1,300 | $1,200 |
| Midrange Lodges - Lion | 3 Days | $2,500 | $1,800 | $1,700 | $1,600 | $1,500 | $1,400 |
| Luxury Lodges - Elephant | 3 Days | $3,000 | $2,200 | $2,100 | $2,000 | $1,900 | $1,800 |
4 DAYS OPTION - Price Per Person
| Accommodation Type | Duration | 1 pax (USD) | 2 pax (USD) | 3 pax (USD) | 4 pax (USD) | 5 pax (USD) | 6 pax & More (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget Camp - Leopard | 4 Days | $2,800 | $2,000 | $1,800 | $1,750 | $1,600 | $1,500 |
| Midrange Lodges - Lion | 4 Days | $3,200 | $2,300 | $2,200 | $2,100 | $2,000 | $1,900 |
| Luxury Lodges - Elephant | 4 Days | $3,800 | $2,800 | $2,700 | $2,600 | $2,500 | $2,400 |
5 DAYS OPTION - Price Per Person
| Accommodation Type | Duration | 1 pax (USD) | 2 pax (USD) | 3 pax (USD) | 4 pax (USD) | 5 pax (USD) | 6 pax & More (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget Camp - Leopard | 5 Days | $3,500 | $2,600 | $2,400 | $2,300 | $2,200 | $2,000 |
| Midrange Lodges - Lion | 5 Days | $4,000 | $3,000 | $2,800 | $2,600 | $2,500 | $2,400 |
| Luxury Lodges - Elephant | 5 Days | $4,600 | $3,600 | $3,400 | $3,200 | $3,000 | $2,800 |
6 DAYS OPTION - Price Per Person
| Accommodation Type | Duration | 1 pax (USD) | 2 pax (USD) | 3 pax (USD) | 4 pax (USD) | 5 pax (USD) | 6 pax & More (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget Camp - Leopard | 6 Days | $4,200 | $3,200 | $3,000 | $2,800 | $2,700 | $2,500 |
| Midrange Lodges - Lion | 6 Days | $5,000 | $4,000 | $3,800 | $3,600 | $3,400 | $3,200 |
| Luxury Lodges - Elephant | 6 Days | $5,800 | $4,800 | $4,500 | $4,200 | $4,000 | $3,800 |
7 DAYS OPTION - Price Per Person
| Accommodation Type | Duration | 1 pax (USD) | 2 pax (USD) | 3 pax (USD) | 4 pax (USD) | 5 pax (USD) | 6 pax & More (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget Camp - Cheetah | 7 Days | $4,800 | $3,600 | $3,400 | $3,200 | $3,100 | $2,900 |
| Midrange Lodges - Rhino | 7 Days | $5,600 | $4,400 | $4,200 | $4,000 | $3,800 | $3,600 |
| Luxury Lodges - Giraffe | 7 Days | $6,500 | $5,200 | $5,000 | $4,800 | $4,600 | $4,400 |
8 DAYS OPTION - Price Per Person
| Accommodation Type | Duration | 1 pax (USD) | 2 pax (USD) | 3 pax (USD) | 4 pax (USD) | 5 pax (USD) | 6 pax & More (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget Camp - Buffalo | 8 Days | $5,600 | $4,200 | $4,000 | $3,800 | $3,600 | $3,400 |
| Midrange Lodges - Wildebeest | 8 Days | $6,400 | $5,000 | $4,800 | $4,600 | $4,400 | $4,200 |
| Luxury Lodges - Zebra | 8 Days | $7,200 | $5,800 | $5,600 | $5,400 | $5,200 | $5,000 |
9 DAYS OPTION - Price Per Person
| Accommodation Type | Duration | 1 pax (USD) | 2 pax (USD) | 3 pax (USD) | 4 pax (USD) | 5 pax (USD) | 6 pax & More (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget Camp - Antelope | 9 Days | $6,400 | $5,000 | $4,800 | $4,600 | $4,400 | $4,200 |
| Midrange Lodges - Gazelle | 9 Days | $7,200 | $5,800 | $5,600 | $5,400 | $5,200 | $5,000 |
| Luxury Lodges - Rhino | 9 Days | $8,000 | $6,400 | $6,200 | $6,000 | $5,800 | $5,600 |
10 DAYS OPTION - Price Per Person
| Accommodation Type | Duration | 1 pax (USD) | 2 pax (USD) | 3 pax (USD) | 4 pax (USD) | 5 pax (USD) | 6 pax & More (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget Camp - Impala | 10 Days | $7,200 | $5,800 | $5,600 | $5,400 | $5,200 | $5,000 |
| Midrange Lodges - Kudu | 10 Days | $8,000 | $6,400 | $6,200 | $6,000 | $5,800 | $5,600 |
| Luxury Lodges - Lioness | 10 Days | $9,000 | $7,200 | $7,000 | $6,800 | $6,600 | $6,400 |
5 DAYS OPTION - Price Per Person
| Accommodation Type | Duration | 1 pax (USD) | 2 pax (USD) | 3 pax (USD) | 4 pax (USD) | 5 pax (USD) | 6 pax & More (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget Camp - Migration | 5 Days | $3,700 | $2,900 | $2,600 | $2,400 | $2,300 | $2,100 |
| Midrange Lodges - Migration | 5 Days | $4,500 | $3,600 | $3,400 | $3,200 | $3,100 | $2,900 |
| Luxury Lodges - Migration | 5 Days | $5,300 | $4,200 | $4,000 | $3,800 | $3,600 | $3,400 |
6 DAYS OPTION - Price Per Person
| Accommodation Type | Duration | 1 pax (USD) | 2 pax (USD) | 3 pax (USD) | 4 pax (USD) | 5 pax (USD) | 6 pax & More (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget Camp - Migration | 6 Days | $4,400 | $3,400 | $3,200 | $3,000 | $2,900 | $2,700 |
| Midrange Lodges - Migration | 6 Days | $5,200 | $4,200 | $4,000 | $3,800 | $3,600 | $3,400 |
| Luxury Lodges - Migration | 6 Days | $6,000 | $4,800 | $4,600 | $4,400 | $4,200 | $4,000 |
7 DAYS OPTION - Price Per Person
| Accommodation Type | Duration | 1 pax (USD) | 2 pax (USD) | 3 pax (USD) | 4 pax (USD) | 5 pax (USD) | 6 pax & More (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget Camp - Migration | 7 Days | $5,900 | $4,500 | $4,300 | $4,100 | $3,900 | $3,700 |
| Midrange Lodges - Migration | 7 Days | $6,700 | $5,200 | $5,000 | $4,800 | $4,600 | $4,400 |
| Luxury Lodges - Migration | 7 Days | $7,500 | $6,000 | $5,800 | $5,600 | $5,400 | $5,200 |
Why American Travelers Trust Prehemy Tours
Prehemy Tours is a locally-owned safari operator based in Moshi, Tanzania, dedicated to creating unforgettable journeys through East Africa’s most extraordinary landscapes. With years of experience serving American clients, we understand your expectations for comfort, safety, and authenticity.
Our mission is to provide tailor-made safaris that exceed your expectations, whether you’re traveling solo, as a couple, with friends, or as a family. Our transparent pricing, responsive communication, and on-the-ground support give you peace of mind throughout your trip.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How do I start planning a custom safari with Prehemy Tours?
Planning is easy—simply contact us through our website, email, or WhatsApp. A safari specialist from Prehemy Tours will schedule a consultation to understand your interests, travel dates, budget, and preferences. From there, we design a fully personalized itinerary for your review and approval.
2. What’s included in a custom safari package?
Our packages typically include full-board accommodations, private 4x4 safari vehicles, professional English-speaking guides, park entry fees, domestic transfers (by car or air), and bottled water during game drives. We also offer optional add-ons like hot air balloon rides, cultural tours, or Zanzibar beach extensions.
3. Is Tanzania safe for American travelers?
Yes, Tanzania is considered one of the safest destinations in East Africa. At Prehemy Tours, we prioritize your safety by working with experienced local guides, staying in vetted accommodations, and offering 24/7 support throughout your journey.
4. Can I customize the level of comfort for accommodations?
Absolutely. Whether you prefer luxury lodges, mid-range tented camps, or budget-friendly options, we tailor your safari to match your comfort level. You can mix different levels of accommodations across your itinerary.
5. Do I need a visa to visit Tanzania?
Yes. U.S. citizens need a tourist visa to enter Tanzania. You can obtain it online in advance through the Tanzanian eVisa portal or upon arrival at major airports. We will guide you through the process.
6. When is the best time to visit Tanzania for a safari?
The dry season (June to October) is best for wildlife viewing and the Great Migration. The green season (November to March) offers lush scenery and fewer crowds. We help you choose travel dates based on your wildlife goals and climate preferences.
7. How much does a custom safari typically cost?
Prices vary depending on the length of stay, accommodation style, number of travelers, and activities. For American travelers, custom safaris with Prehemy Tours usually range from $2,500 to $7,000 per person for a full itinerary. We provide detailed, transparent quotes with no hidden fees.
8. What should I pack for my safari?
We recommend light, breathable clothing in neutral colors, a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellent, a good camera, binoculars, and comfortable walking shoes. A full packing checklist will be provided before departure.
9. Are safaris suitable for children and families?
Yes! Prehemy Tours creates family-friendly safaris with kid-appropriate activities, shorter drive times, and accommodations with child-focused amenities. Our guides are excellent with children and enjoy making safaris fun and educational for young explorers.
10. Can I combine a safari with a Kilimanjaro climb or beach holiday?
Definitely. We specialize in combination packages, allowing you to hike Mount Kilimanjaro, enjoy a wildlife safari, and relax in Zanzibar—all in one unforgettable trip. Custom itineraries are built to your pace and travel style.
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