Tanzania Safari Payment Policy | Secure & Transparent
Booking your adventure with Tanzania Safari Experience is designed to be safe, fast, and fully transparent. As a locally owned operator, we prioritize secure payment gateways to ensure your funds are protected from the moment you book until you reach the Serengeti.
How Our Payment Process Works
To ensure your accommodation and park permits are secured in advance, we follow a standard two-step process:
Deposit: A 30% deposit is required to confirm your booking.
Balance: The remaining 70% is due 45 days before your arrival in Tanzania.
Official Payment Methods
1. Online Credit & Debit Card (Fastest)
The most efficient way to confirm your booking instantly. We use the Pesapal secure gateway, which utilizes HTTPS and SSL encryption.
Accepted Cards: Visa and MasterCard.
Processing Fee: A 3.5% bank surcharge applies (standard for Tanzanian banks).
Security: Your card data is never stored on our systems.
Payment Link: Pay via Pesapal Secure Portal
2. Direct Bank Transfer (Recommended for Large Sums)
Highly secure for balance payments with lower transaction fees than credit cards.
Bank Name: NMB PLC – Clock Tower Branch
Account Name: AFRICA TS EXPERIENCE LIMITED
Account Number (USD): 40810270950
- Account Number (ZAR): 40810270951
- Account Number (TZS): 40810270949
SWIFT Code: NMIBTZTZ
Address: P.O. BOX 1 Arusha, Sokoine Rd, Arusha, Tanzania.
Note: Sender must cover all international and correspondent bank fees.
3. Western Union
A reliable alternative for fast international transfers.
Procedure: Please contact us at laurent@tanzaniasafariexperience.com for the specific payee details before sending.
4. Cash Payments (Upon Arrival)
You may settle your remaining balance in USD cash at our Arusha office to avoid transfer fees.
Requirement: All bills must be printed after 2013 (older notes are not accepted by local banks).
Payment Comparison & Fees
| Method | Speed | Surcharge | Best For |
| Credit Card | Instant | 3.5% | Deposits & Last-minute |
| Bank Transfer | 3–5 Days | Flat Wire Fee | Final Balances |
| Cash | Instant | 0% | On-site Adjustments |
Post-Payment Checklist
Receipt: You will receive an automated confirmation and updated invoice via email.
Vouchers: Our team will immediately secure your lodging and park permits.
Documents: Final travel documents will be shared once the full balance is cleared.
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Everything You Need to Know About Your Safari Payment
Every safari adventure begins with a question. Whether it’s your first or second time, it’s natural to wonder about the best time to visit, what to pack, or how the journey works. Here, we’ve answered the most common questions travelers ask before booking their Tanzania safari, so you can plan with confidence and look forward to unforgettable memories.
Yes. All online transactions are handled via encrypted bank protocols. For card payments, we may request a passport scan to verify ownership and prevent fraud.
This is a mandatory bank surcharge applied by Tanzanian financial institutions for international processing; it is not a fee kept by the operator.
Please refer to our [Terms and Conditions] for details on refund eligibility based on your cancellation timeline.
After you enter your card details on the secure site, you will see the approval and an online receipt. Please print the receipt for your records. Send us a copy of the receipt to confirm your reservation quickly.
Credit card payment is the quickest and easiest way to pay us. We receive approval right away once the payment is processed. This helps us confirm reservations quickly.
If your credit card payment doesn't go through, you might need to contact your bank to allow payments to Tanzania. Banks often block payments to foreign countries to protect customers from fraud.