How to Pay for a Safari to Africa – Safe & Simple with NextGen Safaris
Planning an African safari is exciting and to pay for a safari to Africa should be simple, transparent and secure. At NextGen Safaris, we offer flexible and reliable payment options for all our safaris across Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya , Tanzania and and throughout Africa ensuring your booking process is seamless from start to finish.
Below is a detailed guide on how to book and pay for your safari to Africa, how deposits work, and how we secure your permits and lodges once payment is received.
Booking & Deposit Policy – Pay for a Safari to Africa
To confirm your safari reservation, we first secure your gorilla trekking, gorilla habituation and chimpanzee trekking permits from the respective wildlife authorities. These permits are limited and require full advance payment to confirm.
Once your permits are secured, the rest of your safari booking (lodges, vehicle, driver-guide and park fees) can be confirmed with a deposit or balance payment as per the timeline below.
Standard Booking Timeline | Pay for a Safari to Africa
- For safaris 60 days or more in advance:
- A 50% deposit covering permit costs is required to confirm your trip.
- For safaris less than 60 days away:
- Full payment is required to confirm your tour, since permits and lodges must be prepaid.
Gorilla & Chimpanzee Permit Prices (Per Person)
These are the official permit prices (valid 2025–2026) issued by Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) and Rwanda Development Board (RDB)
Official Permit Fees (2025–2026)
| Experience | Country | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Gorilla Trekking | Uganda | 800 |
| Gorilla Habituation Experience | Uganda | 1,500 |
| Chimpanzee Trekking | Uganda (Kibale) | 250 |
| Chimpanzee Habituation | Uganda (Kibale) | 300 |
| Kyambura Gorge Chimp Trek | Uganda | 100 |
| Gorilla Trekking | Rwanda | 1,500 |
💡 Permits are strictly limited and non-transferable once confirmed, so early payment guarantees your preferred trekking date and sector.
Lodges, Camps & Vehicle Reservations – Pay for a Safari to Africa
Most of our partner lodges and safari camps require advance payment to confirm reservations.
To secure your itinerary, we recommend completing full payment at least 20–45 days before your safari start date.
If you have already paid for your gorilla or chimpanzee permits, the remaining balance for accommodation and transport can be settled anytime up to 20 days before the trip begins.
However, please note:
If payments are delayed and your chosen lodges sell out, NextGen Safaris cannot guarantee the same property and may propose a comparable alternative.
Accepted Payment Methods – Pay for a Safari to Africa
We provide two trusted, convenient and secure payment options.
Option 1: Bank Transfer (Preferred)
You can make an international bank transfer directly to NextGen Safaris Africa’s official business account.
Funds usually arrive within 2–5 business days, and we will confirm receipt immediately by email.
(Bank details provided upon invoice.)
Option 2: Online Payment via Pesapal (Credit/Debit Card, Mobile Money, PayPal)
You can safely pay online using our official Secure Pesapal link:
https://store.pesapal.com/nextgensafarisafrica
Pesapal is a trusted East African payment gateway that supports:
- Visa, MasterCard, American Express
- Mobile Money (MTN, Airtel, M-Pesa)
- PayPal (through linked cards)
It’s fast, secure and automatically generates a payment receipt once completed.
Final Payment & Flexibility- Pay for a Safari to Africa
We understand travel plans can change, so we remain flexible when notified early.
While we require full payment before the safari starts (to cover permits, lodges and logistics), you can choose to:
- Pay the deposit first (to secure permits & lodges).
- Complete the balance in one or two installments before arrival.
- In rare cases, pay the final balance on arrival (by prior arrangement only).
Note: Last-minute payments may delay the start of your trip if funds haven’t cleared or if withdrawals are required from ATMs.
Why Book & Pay with NextGen Safaris
- Registered & licensed tour operator with Uganda Tourism Board (UTB)
- Official partner with Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) for permit bookings
- Secure online payments via Pesapal & direct bank transfers
- 24/7 support on WhatsApp for instant assistance
- Transparent pricing, no hidden fees, no third-party agents
Ready to Book Your African Safari?
Once you have chosen your itinerary, our team will send:
- A detailed invoice outlining your safari cost and inclusions
- Payment instructions (bank or Pesapal)
- A confirmation email once your payment is received
From there, we handle everything from permit reservations, lodge bookings, vehicle assignment, and all logistics.
Talk to a Safari Expert Live on WhatsApp:
https://api.whatsapp.com/send?phone=256781282344
Make a Secure Payment Online:
https://store.pesapal.com/nextgensafarisafrica
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