Should I Visit Ait Ben Haddou or Hermanus for Vacation? Which is Better? Which is Cheaper? Which is More Expensive?

Should you visit Ait Ben Haddou or Hermanus?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Ait Ben Haddou and Hermanus can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Ait Ben Haddou or Hermanus?

Ait Ben Haddou

Think of a time when you've seen Jerusalem in a movie. Chances are what you're really looking at is the traditional, mud brick city of Ait Ben Haddou, Morocco. This city on the edge of the High Atlas Mountains has been an UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987, and has also been seen in movies like Lawrence of Arabia, Orson Welles' Sodom and Gomorrah, Jesus of Nazareth, the French version of Cleopatra, Bertolucci's Sheltering Sky, Scorsese's Kundun, Gillies MacKannon's Hideous Kinky, Ridley Scott's Gladiator, Oliver Stone's Alexander the Great, and in some scenes from Game of Thrones.

Hermanus

Hermanus is located on the southern coast of the Western Cape region of South Africa, situated right on the Atlantic Ocean. The area is famous for being the summer home to the Southern Right Whales who migrate there from the Antarctic every September. Hermanus offers incredible natural scenery and great opportunities for adventure seekers. The best time to visit is during their winter and spring, which runs from April through October. This is the driest time of year, meaning wildlife is easier to spot and the heat is much more bearable!

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Morocco, The Best Luxury Tours to Morocco, The Best Budget Safaris in South Africa, and The Best Luxury Tours to South Africa.

Which place is cheaper, Hermanus or Ait Ben Haddou?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

Ait Ben Haddou Prices
Morocco Prices

Hermanus Prices
South Africa Prices
Average Daily Cost Per person, per day

Ait Ben Haddou $86

Hermanus $94

The average daily cost (per person) in Ait Ben Haddou is $86, while the average daily cost in Hermanus is $94. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Ait Ben Haddou and Hermanus in more detail.

Accommodation

Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person

Ait Ben Haddou $25

Hermanus $24
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room

Ait Ben Haddou $50

Hermanus $48

Compare Hotels in Ait Ben Haddou and Hermanus

Looking for a hotel in Ait Ben Haddou or Hermanus? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.

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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Ait Ben Haddou Hotel Prices and Hermanus Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation

Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.

Ait Ben Haddou $29

Hermanus $7.92

Is it cheaper to fly into Ait Ben Haddou or Hermanus?

Prices for flights to both Hermanus and Ait Ben Haddou change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.

Food

Food Meals for one day

Ait Ben Haddou $40

Hermanus $65

Entertainment

Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.

Ait Ben Haddou $28

Hermanus -

Tours and Activities in Hermanus

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Hermanus are as follows:

Whale Watching Walking Tours (Land-Based) - from JUNE 2025: $54
Sunset Fatbike Dune Experience : $68
Morning Fatbike Dune Tour: $68
Boat Based Whale Watching Experience: $74
Hermanus Land based Whale Tour with Dave de Beer: $75
Hermanus Food and Culture Tour: $115
Shark Cage Diving - Adventure Meets Conservation!: $136
Cape Town: Hermanus Land Based Whale Watching Tour: $139
Whale Watching and Winelands Tour with Tastings: $171
Half-Day Private Tour to Cape Peninsula with Local Guide: $257

Alcohol

Alcohol Drinks for one day

Ait Ben Haddou $6.09

Hermanus -

Sample the Local Flavors in Hermanus

Also in Hermanus, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

Vineyard Safari and Wine Tasting in Hermanus with Guide : $24
Hemel-en-Aarde Wine Tour: $126
Whale Watching Boat Trip and Wine tasting ,Penguin: $130
Private Family Vineyard Safari and Wine Tasting: $146

How are these travel costs calculated?

When comparing the travel costs between Ait Ben Haddou and Hermanus, we can see that Hermanus is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Africa, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ait Ben Haddou Expensive? and Is Hermanus Expensive?.

A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Ait Ben Haddou vs. Hermanus for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Ait Ben Haddou or Hermanus?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Where Should I go: Ait Ben Haddou or Hermanus?

Ait Ben Haddou

Hermanus

Which place is cheaper, Hermanus or Ait Ben Haddou?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Ait Ben Haddou and Hermanus

Local Transportation

Is it cheaper to fly into Ait Ben Haddou or Hermanus?

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Entertainment

Tours and Activities in Hermanus

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Should you visit Ait Ben Haddou or Hermanus?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Where Should I go: Ait Ben Haddou or Hermanus?

Ait Ben Haddou

Hermanus

Which place is cheaper, Hermanus or Ait Ben Haddou?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Ait Ben Haddou and Hermanus

Local Transportation

Is it cheaper to fly into Ait Ben Haddou or Hermanus?

Food

Entertainment

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