Which place is cheaper, Tangier 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 Tangier?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Antsiranana or Tangier, 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 Tangier?
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.
Tangier
Welcome to the gateway to Africa. Sitting on the coast of the Strait of Gibraltar, Tangier, Morocco has historically served as the meeting point of the Mediterranean and Africa.
After World War II, this city became a destination for eccentric foreigners, artists, spies and hippies. After that, the city was neglected and gained a horrible reputation for the hustlers cheating visitors left and right.
In 1999 Morocco saw the beginning of a new monarch who was more progressive with his vision for tourism. This message lit a fire under Tangier, helping the people see the amazing potential in their great city. They built a new port, a new business district and revamped the airport. The beaches and streets have been cleaned up of trash and hustlers and there's a sudden surge in cultural activities.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Madagascar, The Best Wildlife Tours to Madagascar, The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAntsiranana $122Tangier $83
The average daily cost (per person) in Antsiranana is $122, while the average daily cost in Tangier is $83. 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 Tangier in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAntsiranana $46Tangier $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAntsiranana $92Tangier $50
Compare Hotels in Antsiranana and Tangier
Looking for a hotel in Antsiranana or Tangier? 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: Tangier Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Antsiranana $15Tangier $26
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tangier
Also for Tangier, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- private transfer: Tangier airport to your hotel in the city: $35
- Vip Private Transfer to Chefchaouen from Tangier or Vice Versa: $85
- Vip Private Transfer From Airport / Port to Tangier or Vice Versa: $53
- VIP Private Direct Transfer From Tangier To Fes: $159
- Transfers from Tangier to chefchaouen "blue city": $71
- Transfers from - to Tangier airport: $29
- Transfers From Tangier To Tetouan: $50
- Transfers From Tangier To Chefchaouen-Asilah-Fes-Casablanca .: $142
- Transfers From Tangier Airport to Asilah: $55
- Transfer from Tangier airport / port to Tetouan: $94
- Transfer from Tangier Airport Port City center or Train Station: $37
- Transfer from Ibn Battuta airport to Tangier center: $46
Is it cheaper to fly into Antsiranana or Tangier?
Prices for flights to both Tangier 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 $64Tangier $38
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: $79
- MADAGASCAR DIEGO SUAREZ: STREETFOOD TOUR: $80
Typical Food Prices in Tangier
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tangier:
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Fruit & Yogurt$1.85
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tangier
For Tangier, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tangier Tastes Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $59
- Souk Secrets Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $59
- Tangier Food Tour: Markets, Street Food & Seafood Lunch: $68
- Tasting Tangier Food Tour: $75
- Cooking and eating with a local family: $77
- Tangier food tour: $77
- Inclusive Beach Camel Ride, Cap Spartel, Hercules & Full Dinner: $78
- Tangier Private Cooking Class With a Local Family: $78
- Moroccan 3 in 1 Cooking Experience: $83
- The Food tour of Tangier: $83
- Tangier Food Tour: $84
- Tangier Food Tour with Souq Visit and Moroccan Cooking Workshop: $92
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Antsiranana $20Tangier $22
Tours and Activities in Antsiranana
For Antsiranana, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Day tour in Amber Mountain (6 to 8 hour): $291
- Diego Suarez (Antsiranana): Red Tsingy Half-Day Tour: $164
- MADAGASCAR DIEGO SUAREZ: CITY TOUR: $66
- Montagne d'Ambre: excursions for cruise ships in Antsiranana: $218
- Visit the Tsingy rouge: cruise ship excursions in Antsiranana: $158
Tours and Activities in Tangier
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tangier.
- 2 Days Luxury Tour to Merzouga Desert from Fez with Small Group: $271
- 2 Days Tour of Tangier & Chefchaouen JC Private Tours: $195
- 3 Day Tangier to Marrakech Desert Tour via Chefchaouen: $270
- 3 Hours Small Group Guided Tour of Tangier: $34
- 3 Hours Tangier Walking Tour: $45
- 3 Hours Tour Cap spartel & Hercules caves with a Camel ride: $71
- 3-Hour Private Enchanting Tangier Coastal Adventure: $39
- 3-Hour Private Tour in Tangier With Lunch: $142
- 3H -4H Private Walking Tour in Tangier Medina & Colorful Souks: $118
- 3h Private Walking Tour in Tangier Kasbah Medina & Colorful Souks: $59
- 3h Private Walking Tour of Kasbah, Medina & Souks: $63
- 4 Hour Deluxe Private Guided Tour of Tangier: $78
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAntsiranana $11Tangier $12
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Antsiranana and Tangier, we can see that Antsiranana is more expensive. And not only is Tangier much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Tangier would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tangier 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 Antsiranana would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Antsiranana than you might in Tangier.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Antsiranana Expensive? and Is Tangier Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Antsiranana or Tangier?
Tangier has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Antsiranana. When comparing the sizes of Antsiranana and Tangier, 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.