Which place is cheaper, Dakar 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 Dakar?
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 Dakar 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 Dakar?
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.
Dakar
Located in West Africa, Dakar is the capital city of Senegal and an Atlantic port on the Cap-Vert peninsula. Main attractions include the city's markets, the Dakar Grand Mosque, Goree Island, the IFAN Museum, the African Renaissance Monument, beaches, and the Senegal Zoo.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to Madagascar, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Madagascar, The Best Adventure Tours to Senegal, and The Best Luxury Tours to Senegal.
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Antananarivo Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAntananarivo $97Dakar $81
The average daily cost (per person) in Antananarivo is $97, while the average daily cost in Dakar is $81. 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 Dakar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAntananarivo $31Dakar $35
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAntananarivo $62Dakar $70
Compare Hotels in Antananarivo and Dakar
Looking for a hotel in Antananarivo or Dakar? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Antananarivo $15Dakar $5.71
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antananarivo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Antananarivo:
- Private Airport Transfert Ivato Antananarivo: $40
- Safe Transfer Airport - Hotel in Antananarivo Madagascar: $23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dakar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Dakar:
- Private Transfer from Dakar to Dakar Airport DSS by Sedan or Van: $47
- DSS Airport to Saly Private Transfer: $64
- Transfer - DSS Airport Dakar (One way): $70
- Private Transfer, Airport, Hotels, Dakar, Saly and Surrounding Areas: $72
- Dakar hotels to Blaise Diagne Intl Airport (DSS) - Departure Private Transfer: $72
- DSS Airport Dakar Premium Private Transfer: $75
- DSS Airport Riu Baobab Hotel Premium Private Transfer: $75
- Private Transfer DSS AIBD Airport - Dakar (two directions): $99
- Private Transfer DSS AIBD Airport - Riu Baobab Hotel (two ways): $99
- DSS Airport Transfer Dakar (Return): $128
- Airport Transfer Dakar DSS: $128
- Blaise Diagne Intl Airport (DSS) to Dakar hotels - Round-Trp Private Transfer: $145
Is it cheaper to fly into Antananarivo or Dakar?
Prices for flights to both Dakar 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 $52Dakar $36
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 Dakar
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Dakar:
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Breakfast$4.37
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dakar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Dakar.
- Authentic Jollof Cooking Class: $99
- Senegalese Street Food Tour in Dakar: $115
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Antananarivo $25Dakar $14
Tours and Activities in Antananarivo
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Antananarivo are as follows:
- Antananarivo Private Walking Tour with a Local: $25
- Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide: $30
- Antananarivo : Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $37
- Antanavario: Private custom tour with a local guide: $38
- Guided Tour and sunset in queen's palace: $69
- Private Tour Through the Wildlife of Madagascar and the Kingdom of Rova: $146
- Half-Day Private Tour in Lemur's Park: $150
- Day - Tour Ampefy: $158
- Night Fun Tour of Antananarivo: $176
- Madagascar Day Tour Lemurs Park and Croc Farm from Antananarivo: $187
- Madagascar: Customizable Tour with Car Rental Antananarivo: $206
- Full Day Madagascar Tour with Lemurs' Park, Geysers and Waterfall: $220
Tours and Activities in Dakar
Here are a few actual costs in Dakar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Dakar in 3h: Full tour by traditional fast coach: $30
- Private custom tour with a local guide: $33
- Private Custom Tour with a Local Guide: $33
- Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide in Dakar: $41
- prepare the thieboudienne for the ultimate local experience: $55
- Guided Tour to Gorée Island: $64
- Quad tour of Somone Lagoon and Baobab Spider: $82
- private tour "move, eat, act like a local": $82
- Half Day Dakar City Tour (Minimum 2 Participants): $105
- From Dakar or Saly: Gorée Island Half-Day Private Tour: $108
- Half Day Dakar Museums Tour and Local Markets: $115
- Full Day Private Tour in move, eat, act like a local: $117
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAntananarivo $10Dakar $9.58
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Antananarivo and Dakar, we can see that Antananarivo is more expensive. And not only is Dakar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Dakar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Dakar 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 Dakar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Antananarivo Expensive? and Is Dakar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Antananarivo or Dakar?
Dakar has a larger population, and is about 78% larger than the population of Antananarivo. When comparing the sizes of Antananarivo and Dakar, 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.