Which place is cheaper, Kruger National Park or Alexandria?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Alexandria or Kruger National Park?
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 Alexandria and Kruger National Park can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Alexandria or Kruger National Park?
Alexandria
There are few cities in the world with a history as rich, deep, tragic and fascinating than Alexandria, Egypt. Founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BC, Egypt's second largest city has seen the most extreme ups and extreme downs. The city watched the beautiful and iconic Alexandria Lighthouse crumble to the ground after several natural disasters. The Alexandria Library housed their most sacred and historical documents only to be burned to the ground. These structures may be physically gone, but the history remains. Alexandria is a city with an ancient allure that draws in visitors from all over the world. Alexandria is a survivor city ready for a comeback.
Kruger National Park
Kruger National Park, in northeast South Africa hugs the border of Mozambique in the east, Zimbabwe in the north, and the Crocodile River to the south. Covering nearly 20,000 square kilometers, it hosts a variety of habitats with a thriving population of wildlife and indigenous plant species, making it a safari destination like no other.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt, The Best Budget Tours to Egypt, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in South Africa, and The Best 10-Day Tours in South Africa.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAlexandria $17Kruger National Park $80
The average daily cost (per person) in Alexandria is $17, while the average daily cost in Kruger National Park is $80. 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 Alexandria and Kruger National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAlexandria $7.99Kruger National Park $47
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAlexandria $16Kruger National Park $94
Compare Hotels in Alexandria and Kruger National Park
Looking for a hotel in Alexandria or Kruger National Park? 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: Alexandria Hotel Prices and Kruger National Park Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Alexandria $2.49Kruger National Park $24
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Alexandria
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Alexandria:
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Taxi to Train Station$0.08
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Alexandria
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Alexandria:
- Private transfer from Luxor to Alexandria: $243
- Private Transfer from Alexandria to Cairo/Giza Hotels or Cairo./Giza to Alexandr: $65
- Private Transfer from Alexandria to Cairo : $73
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Port to Cairo Int Airport (CAI): $71
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Port to Alexandria City Hotels: $16
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Airport (HBE) to Alexandria: $26
- Private Transfer from 6 of October City to El Cairo (CAI) Airport: $52
- Private Pickup Transfer From A Hotel In Alexandria To Borg Al Arab Airport: $50
- Private One Way Transfer from Alexandria Hotels to Cairo and Giza Hotels: $68
- From Private Transfer to Luxor: $251
- From Private One-Way Transfer to Cairo: $75
- Borg El Arab Arrival & Departure Transfers: $40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kruger National Park
Also for Kruger National Park, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer - Skukuza Airport to Southern Sabi Sand Reserve: $180
Is it cheaper to fly into Alexandria or Kruger National Park?
Prices for flights to both Kruger National Park and Alexandria 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 dayAlexandria $6.46Kruger National Park $16
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Alexandria
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Alexandria.
- Half-Day Food Tour in Alexandria, Egypt: $35
- Alexandria Food Tour: $50
- From Giza: Sound&light show, Giza pyramids and Dinner on the Nile: $94
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kruger National Park
For Kruger National Park, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Sabi Game Reserve Sunset Safari Tour with Dinner: $134
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Alexandria $3.50Kruger National Park $21
Tours and Activities in Alexandria
Here are a few actual costs in Alexandria for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Day Tour to Alamein and Alexandria: $169
- National Museum and Egyptian museum Private Tour in Egypt: $258
- Tour to The Qaitbay Citadel in Alexandria: $16
- 10-Hour Historical Pyramids Tour from Alexandria Port: $130
- 2 Day Tour Visit the Top Attractions of Alexandria City: $174
- 2 Day Tour Visit the Top Attractions of Alexandria City: $155
- 6-Hour Day Tour to Alexandria Attractions with Pickup Included: $78
- 6-Hour Private Day Tour to Rashid from Alexandria: $100
- 8 Days Ultra Luxury Cairo, Alexandria & Nile cruise: $4,190
- Alamein full day tour from Alexandria: $95
- Alexandria : Rosetta Day Tour from Alexandria: $117
- Alexandria : Tour to WadiElNatroun Monastery from Alexandria: $135
Tours and Activities in Kruger National Park
For Kruger National Park, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Kruger Safari Tour - Morning Half Day: $51
- Kruger National Park Sunrise Half-Day Safari Tour: $174
- 3-Day Safari Tour and Treehouse Stay: $688
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAlexandria $1.35Kruger National Park $4.10
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Alexandria and Kruger National Park, we can see that Kruger National Park is more expensive. And not only is Alexandria much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Alexandria would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Alexandria and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Kruger National Park would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kruger National Park than you might in Alexandria.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Alexandria Expensive? and Is Kruger National Park Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Alexandria or Kruger National Park?
Kruger National Park has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Alexandria experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Alexandria or Kruger National Park in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Alexandria as well as Kruger National Park. Alexandria attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In July, Alexandria is generally around the same temperature as Kruger National Parkin January. Daily temperatures in Alexandria average around 26°C (79°F), and Kruger National Park fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).
Alexandria usually gets less rain in July than Kruger National Parkin January. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Kruger National Park receives 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryAlexandria 26°C (79°F)Kruger National Park 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Kruger National Park in the Autumn?
Both Kruger National Park and Alexandria are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Alexandria throughout the year.
Alexandria is around the same temperature as Kruger National Park in the autumn. The daily temperature in Alexandria averages around 22°C (72°F) in October, and Kruger National Park fluctuates around 24°C (76°F)in April.
In October, Alexandria usually receives less rain than Kruger National Parkin April. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Kruger National Park receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilAlexandria 22°C (72°F)Kruger National Park 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Kruger National Park in the Winter?
Both Kruger National Park and Alexandria during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Alexandria because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the winter, Alexandria is cooler than Kruger National Park. Typically, the winter temperatures in Alexandria in January average around 13°C (55°F), and Kruger National Park averages at about 18°C (64°F)in July.
Alexandria usually gets more rain in January than Kruger National Parkin July. Alexandria gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Kruger National Park receives 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyAlexandria 13°C (55°F)Kruger National Park 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Kruger National Park in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Alexandria and Kruger National Park. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Alexandria year-round.
In April, Alexandria is generally cooler than Kruger National Parkin October. Daily temperatures in Alexandria average around 19°C (66°F), and Kruger National Park fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
In April, Alexandria usually receives less rain than Kruger National Parkin October. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Kruger National Park receives 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberAlexandria 19°C (66°F)Kruger National Park 25°C (77°F)
Typical Weather for Kruger National Park and Alexandria
| Alexandria | Kruger National Park | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Apr | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Oct | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
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