Which place is cheaper, Cape Town or Antsiranana?
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 Antsiranana or Cape Town?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Antsiranana or Cape Town, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Antsiranana or Cape Town?
Antsiranana
Antsiranana is the capital of Madagascar's northernmost province, Diana, and until 1975 it was known as Diego Suarez. The city has a port that has become a site for naval repairs and is the largest in the entire Indian Ocean. The port is mainly used for tinned fish and bottled drinks (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic). The city has a population of a little over 100,000. The French used the city as a military base after independence from 1960 until 1973, after the socialist revolution.
Cape Town
Picture your travel bucket list. Is Cape Town on it? Yes, most people dream of visiting the "Mother City" of South Africa. As one of the most iconic places in the world, Cape Town is a world-class cosmopolitan city full of bustling nightlife, historical backdrops and a large gay community.
Cape Town is the most southern city in Africa with seasons turned upside down. In the southern hemisphere they experience the summer from December to February. During these months days can be hot and dry so be sure to gather in the shade and wear plenty of sunscreen. The winter from June to August is full of rainy days and cold nights.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Madagascar, The Best Wildlife Tours to Madagascar, The Best Camping Tours in South Africa, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in South Africa.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAntsiranana $109Cape Town $132
The average daily cost (per person) in Antsiranana is $109, while the average daily cost in Cape Town is $132. 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 Antsiranana and Cape Town in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAntsiranana $41Cape Town $40
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAntsiranana $82Cape Town $80
Compare Hotels in Antsiranana and Cape Town
Looking for a hotel in Antsiranana or Cape Town? 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: Cape Town Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Antsiranana $13Cape Town $18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cape Town
Also for Cape Town, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- West Coast Wonders Full Day Tour with Private Transfer: $182
- VIP Airport Transfer: $40
- Try find your better than us! Airport transfer service in Cape Town HTL-APT(CPT): $44
- Try find your better than us! Airport transfer service in Cape Town APT-HTL(CPT): $44
- Transport Shuttle Transfer from Constantia to Cape Town Airport: $19
- Transfer to Cape Agulhas - Where Two Oceans Meet From Cape Town : $188
- Transfer from Cape Town International Airport to Cape Town Areas: $17
- Transfer To Safari- Aquila From Cape Town Excluding Entry Fees Full Day: $142
- Township Tour by Lwafika Tours and Transfers in Cape Town: $68
- Tastes of Stellenbosch Wine Full Day Tour with Private Transfer: $228
- Stellenbosch Winelands Connoisseur Day Tour with Private Transfer: $185
- Shuttle Transport Transfer from Claremont to Cape Town Airport: $18
Is it cheaper to fly into Antsiranana or Cape Town?
Prices for flights to both Cape Town and Antsiranana 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 dayAntsiranana $57Cape Town $74
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antsiranana
For Antsiranana, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- MADAGASCAR DIEGO SUAREZ: COOKING CLASS: $71
- MADAGASCAR DIEGO SUAREZ: STREETFOOD TOUR: $72
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cape Town
For Cape Town, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Cape Malay Cooking with a Chef Founder: $29
- African Cooking with a Chef Founder: $29
- Cape Malay Cooking Class in Bo-Kaap: $37
- Malay Cooking Class and Lunch in Bo-Kaap: $44
- Authentic African Cuisine Cooking Experience: $57
- Sunset Champagne Cruise and 3-Course Dinner: $58
- Bo-Kapp Walking Tour and Malay Cooking Class: $61
- Authentic African Cuisine Cooking Experience: $64
- African Dinner Experience from Cape Town: $72
- Cruise and Dine Dinner / Sunset Champagne Cruise and 3-Course Dinner: $73
- African Dinner, Drumming Experience with Transfer: $75
- South African Cooking in Cape Town with Local Chef Richard: $76
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Antsiranana $18Cape Town $24
Tours and Activities in Antsiranana
For Antsiranana, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- MADAGASCAR DIEGO SUAREZ: CITY TOUR: $59
Tours and Activities in Cape Town
For Cape Town, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 3 Wineries Private Tour in Stellenbosch, Paarl Tasting Included: $142
- Best of the Cape Tour - Cape Peninsular and Winelands: $276
- Big 5 Safari aquila Day Tour wine testing and Lunch included: $159
- Cape Agulhas Full Day Private Tour: $199
- Cape Peninsula &Penguin Sightseeing in Private Car Full Day Tour: $256
- Cape Point Full Day Tour: $199
- Cape Point and Cape of Good Hope day tour Up to 10 persons: $68
- Cape Town Two Oceans Scenic Helicopter Experience : $270
- Cape Winelands From Cape Town Private Day Tour: $161
- Cape Winelands Tour to Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl: $100
- Cape of Good Hope T Mountain Bo-Kaap Penguins Private +Tickets : $253
- Full Day Private Adventure Tour in Cape Town with table mountain: $205
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAntsiranana $9.43Cape Town $21
Sample the Local Flavors in Cape Town
Also in Cape Town, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Distillery Tour, rum and gin tasting: $9.68
- Experience South African Craft Rum tasting and distillery tour in Cape Town: $9.96
- African drum show & wine tasting at Silvermist: $25
- Drumstruck at Silvermist. Live African Drum Show & Wine tasting: $27
- From 3 Regions Wine Tour with 3 Estates, 15 Wines: $42
- Wine Tour: Paarl, Franschhoek & Stellenbosch incl 3 wineries: $43
- half day wine tour & Safaris[Morning /Afternoon]: $47
- Stellenbosch: Half-Day Wine Tour: $50
- Fullday Wine Tour: $53
- From CapeTown: Stellenbosch Half Day Wine Tour: $53
- Aquila Reserve Safari with Lunch and Wine Tasting: $56
- Private Constantia Wine Tour: $59
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Antsiranana and Cape Town, we can see that Cape Town is more expensive. And not only is Antsiranana much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Antsiranana would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Antsiranana 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 Cape Town would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cape Town than you might in Antsiranana.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Antsiranana Expensive? and Is Cape Town Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Antsiranana or Cape Town?
Cape Town has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Antsiranana. When comparing the sizes of Antsiranana and Cape Town, 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.