Which place is cheaper, Bogota or Antananarivo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Antananarivo or Bogota?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Antananarivo and Bogota can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Antananarivo or Bogota?
Antananarivo
Antananarivo is the capital of Madagascar; it is also sometimes referred to as Tana. This city is the cultural and political center of Madagascar as a whole. There are multiple universities, museums, and other social venues in the city, as well as a national rugby team. This city has a very apparent French influence.
Bogota
Sprawling across a high altitude in the Columbian Andes region, Bogota is the capital city of Columbia. It is a mix of the old and new with century-old plazas and churches shadowed by towering skyscrapers, museums representing the history, art, and culture of the region, as well as a mix of distinct neighborhoods from quaint and historic to trendy and contemporary.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to Madagascar, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Madagascar, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Colombia, and The Best Adventure Tours to Colombia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAntananarivo $88Bogota $57
The average daily cost (per person) in Antananarivo is $88, while the average daily cost in Bogota is $57. 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 Antananarivo and Bogota in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAntananarivo $28Bogota $24
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAntananarivo $56Bogota $48
Compare Hotels in Antananarivo and Bogota
Looking for a hotel in Antananarivo or Bogota? 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: Antananarivo Hotel Prices and Bogota Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Antananarivo $13Bogota $8.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antananarivo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Antananarivo:
- Private Airport Transfert Ivato Antananarivo: $40
- Private Airport Transfert Ivato Antananarivo: $102
- Cheap Transfer from Airport to your Hotel in Antananarivo: $17
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bogota
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Bogota are as follows:
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Taxi from Airport$6.90
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Taxi Ride$0.36
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2 Bus Passes$0.81
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bogota
Also for Bogota, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bogotá Private Airport Transfer (BOG) to City: $10
- Private Arrival or Departure Transfer: El Dorado Airport: $12
- Bogota Private Airport Transfer: $13
- Bogota Private Vehicle to/from Transfer Airport El Dorado: $13
- Airport transfers: $15
- Private Hotel to Airport Transfer service in Bogota: $17
- Andres Carne de Res Chia: Premium Private Transfer Service: $19
- Private Transfer El Dorado Airport to Hotels in Bogotá: $20
- Private Bogota Airport - Hotel Transfer: Safe, Fast, and Reliable: $20
- Roundtrip Private Airport Transfer Bogotá (BOG) to City: $20
- Premium Private Transfer from Bogota Hotels to El Dorado Airport: $22
- Bogota Airport BOG to Downtown Hotels Arrival Private Transfer: $24
Is it cheaper to fly into Antananarivo or Bogota?
Prices for flights to both Bogota and Antananarivo 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 dayAntananarivo $47Bogota $21
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antananarivo
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Antananarivo.
- Cooking And Cuisine Tasting From Tana-Malagasy Fine Foodie Madagascar Tour: $245
Typical Food Prices in Bogota
For Bogota, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Breakfast$1.43
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Hot Dog$0.84
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bogota
For Bogota, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Peruvian cooking workshop: $26
- Viejo Bogota Food Tour with 12+ Tastings: $49
- PALOQUEMAO MARKET FOOD TOUR. EXOTIC FRUIT. LOCAL SNACKS. /Min 2 pax: $55
- Carimañola Cooking Class in Bogota: $60
- Food Tour in La Candelaria Bogotá: $60
- Bogotá Food Tour - La Candelaria: $61
- Private Colombian Cooking Class and Market Tour In Bogota: $90
- Dinner and party at Andres Carne de Res DC: $100
- Private Street Food Tour in Candelaria Bogota: $138
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Antananarivo $23Bogota $12
Tours and Activities in Antananarivo
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Antananarivo are as follows:
- 4-Hours Night Tour of Antananarivo: $173
- 7 Days Sainte-Marie Island Tour by Plane from Antananarivo: $3,696
- 9 Days Adventure from Antananarivo to Isalo Park & Tulear: $2,274
- Antananarivo : Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $37
- Antananarivo : Day tour to Mantasoa Lake: $240
- Antananarivo Like a Local: Customized Guided Tour: $25
- Andasibe Mantadia National Park 3-Day Tour: $704
- Guided Tour and sunset in queen's palace: $67
- Lemurs Park & City Tour: $240
- Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide: $30
- Antanavario: Private custom tour with a local guide: $25
- Day - Tour Ampefy: $154
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bogota
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Bogota's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Beer$1.20
Tours and Activities in Bogota
For Bogota, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Learn About Emeralds in a Virtual Experience: $5.00
- Theatron Party-Tour, 20 Clubs, Map, cocktail, bottle, After-party: $5.00
- Bogotá: La Macarena to Parque Nacional Walking Audio Tour: $5.99
- Traditional Bogotá: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- Colonial Bogotá: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of La Candelaria: $5.99
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - El Dorado Expedition, Part II: $6.99
- Tour de fantasmas /GhosTour LaCandelaria Bogotá : $8.50
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - Paranormal Candelaria: $10
- Bogota Shared Gastronomy Tour in the Historic Center: $10
- Shared Walking Tour in Bogotá, Historic Center and Graffiti Tour: $11
- Tour stories Candelarias, voice to voice heritage: $12
- Bogota Monserrate Regular Tickets- QR Code Sent by whatsapp/email: $13
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAntananarivo $9.10Bogota $13
Sample the Local Flavors in Bogota
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bogota:
- Thursday Bar Crawl in Bogotá, Colombia: $25
- Saturday Night Bar Crawl in Bogotá, Colombia: $25
- Pub Crawl in Bogotá: $42
- Pub Crawl in Bogota - Ancient Brews : $103
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Antananarivo and Bogota, we can see that Antananarivo is more expensive. And not only is Bogota much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Antananarivo is in Africa and Bogota is in South America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Bogota would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bogota 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 Antananarivo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Antananarivo than you might in Bogota.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Antananarivo Expensive? and Is Bogota Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Antananarivo or Bogota?
Bogota has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Antananarivo. When comparing the sizes of Antananarivo and Bogota, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
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.