Should I Visit Antananarivo or Merzouga for Vacation? Which is Better? Which is Cheaper? Which is More Expensive?

Should you visit Antananarivo or Merzouga?

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 Merzouga 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 Merzouga?

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.

Merzouga

Let's say you want to truly get away. I don't mean putting your ear buds in on some beach with a stronger on the next chair over. I mean really get away, and find yourself deserted. Merzouga, Morocco lets you do just that. This land of sand dune after sand dune is ideal for anyone yearning to ride a camel to the ends of civilization. And you'll find plenty of options to get here with a tour, or even on your own.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to Madagascar, The Best 2-Week Tours in Madagascar, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Morocco, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Morocco.

Which place is cheaper, Merzouga or Antananarivo?

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

Antananarivo Prices
Madagascar Prices

Merzouga Prices
Morocco Prices
Average Daily Cost Per person, per day

Antananarivo $86

Merzouga $21

The average daily cost (per person) in Antananarivo is $86, while the average daily cost in Merzouga is $21. 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 Merzouga in more detail.

Accommodation

Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person

Antananarivo $28

Merzouga $10
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room

Antananarivo $56

Merzouga $20

Compare Hotels in Antananarivo and Merzouga

Looking for a hotel in Antananarivo or Merzouga? 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.

Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.

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 Merzouga Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation

Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.

Antananarivo $13

Merzouga -

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antananarivo

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Antananarivo:

Cheap Transfer from Airport to your Hotel in Antananarivo: $16
Private Airport Transfert Ivato Antananarivo: $50
Private Airport Transfert Ivato Antananarivo: $93

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Merzouga

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Merzouga:

1 way Errachidia airport transfer: $83

Is it cheaper to fly into Antananarivo or Merzouga?

Prices for flights to both Merzouga 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

Food Meals for one day

Antananarivo $46

Merzouga $10

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

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Merzouga

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Merzouga.

1-Night in Desert Camp With Dinner & camel ride: $44
Sunset With Dinner And Berber Music in Merzouga Desert With 4WD : $58
Berber Cooking Class in Merzouga Desert: $62
Moroccan Berber Pizza Cooking Class in Khamelia: $67
1-Night in the luxury camp. camel ride & Dinner: $69
5 Hour Sunset Tour with Camel Ride and Dinner In Desert: $70
Overnight in Luxury camp with camels dinner: $71
Merzouga Orange Dunes ATV Sandsurf Camels with 5 Stars Dinner: $73
Day Trip By Camels In Erg Chebbi Dunes, Lunch With Berber Pizza: $73
One Night in Private Camp in the Sahara Desert in Merzouga with Dinner: $84
Merzouga Desert Tour, Quad Sandboarding Camel Ride & Dinner: $130
Quad Biking, Sandboarding, Camel & Sunset Dinner: $145

Entertainment

Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.

Antananarivo $22

Merzouga -

Tours and Activities in Antananarivo

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

Antanavario: Private custom tour with a local guide: $23
Antananarivo Like a Local: Customized Guided Tour: $25
Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide: $30
Antananarivo : Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $34
Guided Tour and sunset in queen's palace: $61
Private Tour Through the Wildlife of Madagascar and the Kingdom of Rova: $132
Day - Tour Ampefy: $138
Half-Day Private Tour in Lemur's Park: $150
4-Hours Night Tour of Antananarivo: $158
Hitory & Lemur Discovery Tour of Antananarivo: $160
Full Day Private Tour in Antananarivo: $195
Madagascar: Customizable Tour with Car Rental Antananarivo: $205

Tours and Activities in Merzouga

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

Merzouga 4x4 tour - Excursion around dunes: $21
Camel Ride Experience: $26
Merzouga Excursions 4×4 desert tour : $28
Merzouga : Adventure Quad Bike Safari, & Sandboarding: $33
Merzouga : Adventure Quad Bike Safari, & Sandboarding: $33
Merzouga ATV Quad Desert Tours: $41
Merzouga Desert Quad bike Adventure with Sand boarding: $42
Merzouga 4x4 Desert Excursion - Sahara 4WD Adventure: $42
Sahara ATv Experience -1.H Quad OR buggy : $42
Sanding Ball in Experience the sand dunes on a zorbing activity: $47
Overnight in Desert Camp Berber Experience in Merzouga Desert & Camel Ride: $50
Erg Chebbi Dunes Quad Biking Tour: $52

Alcohol

Alcohol Drinks for one day

Antananarivo $8.93

Merzouga -

How are these travel costs calculated?

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Antananarivo and Merzouga, we can see that Antananarivo is more expensive. And not only is Merzouga much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Merzouga would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Merzouga 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 Merzouga.

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

A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Antananarivo vs. Merzouga for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Antananarivo or Merzouga?

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

Where Should I go: Antananarivo or Merzouga?

Antananarivo

Merzouga

Which place is cheaper, Merzouga or Antananarivo?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Antananarivo and Merzouga

Local Transportation

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antananarivo

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Merzouga

Is it cheaper to fly into Antananarivo or Merzouga?

Food

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antananarivo

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Merzouga

Entertainment

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Tours and Activities in Merzouga

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

Where Should I go: Antananarivo or Merzouga?

Antananarivo

Merzouga

Which place is cheaper, Merzouga or Antananarivo?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Antananarivo and Merzouga

Local Transportation

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Hired Cars and Shuttles in Merzouga

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