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.
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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 Hiking & Trekking Tours in Madagascar, The Best Budget Tours to Morocco, and The Best Luxury Tours to Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAntananarivo $98Merzouga $24
The average daily cost (per person) in Antananarivo is $98, while the average daily cost in Merzouga is $24. 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
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAntananarivo $31Merzouga $11
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAntananarivo $62Merzouga $22
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.
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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 Merzouga Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Antananarivo $15Merzouga -
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antananarivo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Antananarivo:
- Safe Transfer Airport - Hotel in Antananarivo Madagascar: $24
- Private Airport Transfert Ivato Antananarivo: $40
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
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Food Meals for one dayAntananarivo $53Merzouga $11
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.
- Berber Pizza Cooking Class: $36
- Merzouga Cooking Class Familye: $46
- Desert excursion with camel trek into the camp Dinner breakfast: $50
- Exclusive Merzouga Desert Safari: Camel Ride, Sandsurf & Dinner: $52
- Cooking class in Merzouga Make Berber Madfouna in Sand: $59
- Merzouga Luxury AC/ Heating Camp: Camel Ride, Dinner & breakfast: $65
- Private trip 4x4 in Merzouga Lunch with Berber Pizza: $71
- Magical Dinner and Camel Trek with 1 Night In Merzouga Luxury Desert Camp: $105
- Merzouga Desert Sunset Dinner and Stargazing Tour: $142
- 2 Nights Private Camp in Merzouga with Dinner and Camel Ride: $200
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Antananarivo $25Merzouga -
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
- Antanavario: Private custom tour with a local guide: $38
- Antananarivo : Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $38
- Guided Tour and sunset in queen's palace: $69
- Private Tour Through the Wildlife of Madagascar and the Kingdom of Rova: $149
- Half-Day Private Tour in Lemur's Park: $150
- Day - Tour Ampefy: $158
- Night Fun Tour of Antananarivo: $178
- Madagascar Day Tour Lemurs Park and Croc Farm from Antananarivo: $190
- Madagascar: Customizable Tour with Car Rental Antananarivo: $206
- Full Day Madagascar Tour with Lemurs' Park, Geysers and Waterfall: $220
Tours and Activities in Merzouga
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Merzouga are as follows:
- Merzouga 1 hour Quad bikes experience: $2.84
- Quad Biking Desert Tour in Erg Chebbi Dunes: $3.55
- Merzouga Desert Experience Camel Ride Private Tent and Bathroom: $3.55
- ATV Quads Adventure in Erg Chebbi, Merzouga: $12
- Merzouga Sunset Adventure: Camel, Quad, Buggy or 4WD: $23
- From Erg Chebbi "Buggy & Quad bike Tour ": $24
- Camel Ride Experience: $30
- Merzouga 4x4 Desert Experience: $34
- ATV Quad bikes in sahara dunes experience & sandboarding: $35
- Adventure in Merzouga with Quads, Jeep Tours, Camel Ride camping: $36
- Merzouga 4X4 Adventure : Nomad Family & Gnawa Music Experience: $37
- Desert 4×4 Tour Around Merzouga: $37
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAntananarivo $10Merzouga -
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?.
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.