Travel Resources
Tipping Guide
Gratuities for guides, porters, and staff on your Tanzania safari.
Tipping is customary but not mandatory. Carry small USD bills ($1, $5, $10, $20) for tips. 2006 series or newer required. Tips can also be given in Tanzanian Shillings.
Safari Guide
$15-20 per guest per dayGive at trip end in envelope
Camp/Lodge Staff
$5-10 per guest per nightTip box usually available
Kilimanjaro Guide
$20-25 per dayLead guide, shared across group
Kilimanjaro Porter
$10-15 per dayShared tip among all porters
Hotel Porter
$1-2 per bagPer bag handled
Restaurant
10% if not includedCheck if service charge added
Explore Further
Read our tipping guide,safari cost guide, or Kilimanjaro climb cost.
Check our visa guide,money guide,safety guide, or all travel resources.
Browse our journal, or book your safari.
