Which place is cheaper, Hermanus or Ait Ben Haddou?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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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.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAit Ben Haddou $70Hermanus $67
The average daily cost (per person) in Ait Ben Haddou is $70, while the average daily cost in Hermanus is $67. 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
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAit Ben Haddou $25Hermanus $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAit Ben Haddou $50Hermanus $50
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
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ait Ben Haddou $29Hermanus $8.04
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
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Food Meals for one dayAit Ben Haddou $23Hermanus $38
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ait Ben Haddou $28Hermanus -
Tours and Activities in Hermanus
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Hermanus are as follows:
- Hermanus Whale Watching Day Tour: $24
- Whale Watching Walking Tours (Land-Based) - from JUNE 2024: $54
- Hermanus Land based Whale Walking Tour with Dave de Beer: $69
- Boat Based Whale Watching Experience: $71
- Hermanus Food and Culture Tour: $73
- Shark Cage Diving - Adventure Meets Conservation!: $134
- Half-Day Private Tour to Cape Peninsula with Local Guide: $268
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAit Ben Haddou $6.12Hermanus -
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: $80
- Private Family Vineyard Safari and Wine Tasting: $146
- Whale Watching Boat Trip and Wine tasting ,Penguin: $162
When comparing the travel costs between Ait Ben Haddou and Hermanus, we can see that Ait Ben Haddou 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?.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.