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Safari Currency Converter

Convert between major world currencies and African safari destination currencies. Plan your travel budget with approximate exchange rates, tipping guides, and common safari costs.

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$ 100.00 USD =

KSh 12,950 KES

1 USD = 130 KES

1 KES = 0.01 USD

Exchange rates are approximate and for reference only. Actual rates may vary depending on your exchange provider, fees, and market conditions. Last updated: March 2026.

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Safari Tipping Guide

Suggested daily tips per person. Amounts shown in local currency and USD equivalent.

Kenya

KES

Tipping is expected and appreciated on safari.

Safari Guide
KSh 1,500-3,000($10-20/day)
Tracker/Spotter
KSh 500-1,500($5-10/day)
Lodge Staff (shared)
KSh 1,500-2,500($10-20/day)
Porter
KSh 250-500($2-5/day)

Tanzania

TZS

Tipping is customary. USD tips are widely accepted.

Safari Guide
TSh 25,000-50,000($10-20/day)
Cook/Camp Staff
TSh 12,500-25,000($5-10/day)
Lodge Staff (shared)
TSh 25,000-50,000($10-20/day)
Porter (Kilimanjaro)
TSh 25,000-37,500($10-15/day)

South Africa

ZAR

Tipping is standard practice, usually 10-15%.

Safari Guide
R 200-400($10-20/day)
Tracker
R 100-200($5-10/day)
Lodge Staff (shared)
R 200-350($10-20/day)
Restaurant (meal)
10-15% of bill(10-15%/day)

Botswana

BWP

Tips are appreciated but not obligatory. USD accepted at lodges.

Safari Guide
P 150-300($10-20/day)
Mokoro Poler
P 75-150($5-10/day)
Lodge Staff (shared)
P 150-250($10-20/day)
Transfer Driver
P 30-75($2-5/day)

Uganda

UGX

Tipping is appreciated, especially for gorilla trekking guides.

Gorilla Trek Guide
USh 75,000-150,000($20-40/day)
Safari Guide
USh 37,500-75,000($10-20/day)
Lodge Staff (shared)
USh 37,500-75,000($10-20/day)
Porter (trekking)
USh 18,750-37,500($5-10/day)

Rwanda

RWF

Tipping is becoming more common, especially for gorilla trekking.

Gorilla Trek Guide
FRw 27,000-54,000($20-40/day)
Safari Guide
FRw 13,500-27,000($10-20/day)
Lodge Staff (shared)
FRw 13,500-27,000($10-20/day)
Porter
FRw 6,750-13,500($5-10/day)

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