Which place is cheaper, Accra or Arusha?
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 Arusha or Accra?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Arusha and Accra 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: Arusha or Accra?
Arusha
Arusha is a city in East Africa's Tanzania, located at the base of volcanic Mt. Meru. It’s a gateway to safari destinations and to Africa’s highest peak, Mt. Kilimanjaro, lying some 100 kilometers northeast. To the west lies Serengeti National Park, home to wildlife including lions, rhinoceros, giraffes and leopards. Annual migrations feature huge herds of wildebeests crossing its plains. Arusha is Tanzania’s gateway to the northern circuit of stellar national parks and the starting point of many a memorable safari. It’s also a large, sprawling city which offers a nice break from the rigors of life on the African road – it has excellent places to stay and eat and, for the most part, it’s lush and green and enjoys a temperate climate throughout the year. Arusha is a great destination, and you're sure to enjoy your time here, no matter what your interests are.
Accra
Accra is the capital city of Ghana, located on the Atlantic coast of West Africa. Popular attractions include the National Museum of Ghana, local beaches, markets, and cultural landmarks like those dedicated to Civil Rights activist W.E.B. DuBois.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to Tanzania, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Tanzania, The Best 10-Day Tours in Ghana, and The Best Adventure Tours to Ghana.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayArusha $187Accra $58
The average daily cost (per person) in Arusha is $187, while the average daily cost in Accra is $58. 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 Arusha and Accra in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personArusha $124Accra $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomArusha $248Accra $50
Compare Hotels in Arusha and Accra
Looking for a hotel in Arusha or Accra? 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: Arusha Hotel Prices and Accra Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Arusha $13Accra $21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Arusha
Also for Arusha, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Tanzanite Experience Museum and Shopping Tour with Transfer: $32
- Arusha Airport & Hotel Transfers: $40
- Airport transfer: $45
- From Arusha : Canoeing Lake Duluti Tour with transfer,lunch: $52
- Kilimanjaro International Airport to Arusha City Center Transfer: $60
- Kilimanjaro Airport Transfer to Moshi: $65
- Kilimanjaro Airport Transfer | Pick Up & Drop up | With BURIGI CHATO SAFARIS LTD: $100
- Combi Lake Duluti Walk and Canoeing tour, transfer: $122
- Private Transfer from Arusha to Kilimanjaro Airport (KIA): $157
- Private Transfer from Arusha to Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO): $288
- Ngorongoro Crater Safari Day Trip with transfer,meal: $299
- 4Days Mount Meru Climbing with free airport transfer: $1,480
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Accra
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Accra:
- Private Transfer from Kotoka Airport to Accra: $79
- Private Airport Transfer to from ACC Kotoka by Business Car: $70
- Private Accra City Tour with Free Airport Transfer: $100
- Kotoka Airport Private Transfer within Accra City: $50
- Airport & City Transfers: $100
- Private Transfer in and out of Accra: $145
- City Highlights, Culture, History Tour with Transfers: $150
- City Highlights Half-day Guided Tour with Transfers: $100
- Accra Hotel to Airport Transfer: $85
- Accra Airport to Hotel Transfer: $50
- Accra Airport Hotel City Transfers: $58
Is it cheaper to fly into Arusha or Accra?
Prices for flights to both Accra and Arusha 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 dayArusha $40Accra $21
Typical Food Prices in Arusha
For Arusha, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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A Quick Lunch (for 2)$2.07
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Arusha
For Arusha, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Traditional Tanzania Cooking Class & Food Market Tour: $42
- NGO Lifted Strong - Traditional Tanzanian Cooking Class: $50
- Local Tanzanian Cooking Class by Kingstone Asilia: $50
- Local Tanzanian Food Cooking Class by Kingstone Asilia (Arusha): $55
- Full Day In City tour, Cooking class, Waterfall & Coffee : $98
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Accra
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Accra.
- Authentic Ghanaian Cooking Lessons and Take Out Services.: $25
- Accra Street Food Tour: Osu Night Market Tour Experience: $47
- Culinary for Social Change-Cooking Class : $60
- Accra Street Food Tour: Makola Market Tour With Full Lunch: $74
- Cooking Class: $75
- Private Ghanaian Cooking Class in Accra with Local Drinks: $80
- Home Cooking Class by Auntie K: $89
- Nighttime Food Tour with Local Guide: $90
- Authentic Ghanaian Cooking Class in Accra: $100
- Cooking Class and Market Tour with Hotel Pickup: $120
- Flavors of Ghana: Food Tour Experience.: $135
- Savor & Learn: Authentic Ghanaian Cooking Experience: $179
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Arusha $43Accra $4.43
Tours and Activities in Arusha
For Arusha, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Coffee Tourism & Banana Farms Experience: $20
- City Sightseeing Walking Tour With Local Guides.: $24
- Arusha City: Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour, Tanzania.: $25
- Street Food and Community Walking Tour: $25
- Arusha Guided Walking City Tour, Culture, Lifestyle & History : $26
- Charity Tour SATINO Daycare & Preschool (Half-Day): $29
- Arusha Town Tour: $30
- Guided City Walking Tour: $30
- Traditional Coffee Preparation(coffee tour): $30
- Tanzanite experience tour - Tanzanite shopping in Arusha: $35
- From Arusha : Tanzanite Arusha Museum Experience Guided Tour: $35
- Private Local Market Tour in Tengeru: $35
Tours and Activities in Accra
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Accra are as follows:
- 1 Day Accra City Tour: $100
- Accra E-waste and Recycling experience in Agbogbloshie: $80
- Accra Luxury Beachfront Experience : $81
- Accra Private Surfing Experience with Pick Up: $250
- Naming Ceremony and Heritage Homecoming Experience for Diasporas: $265
- The Akosombo Tour: $250
- 2-day Tour of Downtown Accra: $216
- 6-Hour Private Guided Accra City Tour: $100
- 7 Hours Cape Coast Tour From Accra: $174
- A Day Tour of Cape Coast Castle, Elmina Castle & Kakum Park : $280
- A Day tour to the Cape Coast Castle and Kakum National Pack: $180
- Aburi Botanic Gardens and Boti Falls Full-Day Private Tour: $180
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayArusha $10Accra $6.35
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Arusha and Accra, we can see that Arusha is more expensive. And not only is Accra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Accra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Accra 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 Arusha would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Arusha than you might in Accra.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Arusha Expensive? and Is Accra Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Arusha or Accra?
Accra has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Arusha. When comparing the sizes of Arusha and Accra, 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.