A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Arusha vs. Fez for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Arusha or Fez?

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 Fez 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 Fez?

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.

Fez

Fez is the historical capital of Morocco and has one of the country's most impressive and elaborate medinas. It's authentic and traditional atmosphere attracts travelers from all over the world. It's fun to wander the city's elaborate alleyways, sample the food, and soak up the sights and smells. In Fez's medina you'll find donkeys, carts, spices, and pottery. You'll find traditional foods, locals bartering for goods, and religious buildings that date back hundreds of years. The medina is also the world's largest car free urban zone.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to Tanzania, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Tanzania, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco.


Which place is cheaper, Fez or Arusha?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Arusha is $195, while the average daily cost in Fez is $85. 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 Fez in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Arusha $130
    Fez $32
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Arusha $260
    Fez $64
Compare Hotels in Arusha and Fez

Looking for a hotel in Arusha or Fez? 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.

Hotels in Arusha


Hotels in Fez


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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 Fez Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Arusha $13
    Fez $15

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Arusha

Also for Arusha, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Private Transfer from Arusha to Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO): $258
  • Kilimanjaro International Airport to Arusha City Center Transfer: $60
  • Kilimanjaro Airport and Arusha Private Transfer: $59
  • Kilimanjaro Airport Transfer | Pick Up & Drop up | With BURIGI CHATO SAFARIS LTD: $100
  • Kilimanjaro Airport Transfer to Moshi: $65
  • Tanzanite Museum and Shopping Tour with Transfer: $40
  • 4Days Mount Meru Climbing with free airport transfer: $1,480
  • Airport transfer: $45
  • Airport Transfer from Arusha town: $90

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fez

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Fez:


  • Taxi Ride
    $1.99

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fez

Also for Fez, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • transfer from fes to chefchaouen: $74
  • private transfer from fez to rabat city: $104
  • private transfer from fes to marrakech : $197
  • private transfer fes to casablanca: $110
  • private one-way Transfer from Fes to Casabanca: $118
  • Transfers from Fes Saiss airport to Fes Medina & other Cities: $21
  • Transfer from Fes to Tangier : $167
  • Transfer from Fes to Casablanca: $117
  • Transfer from Airport Fez to an Hotel in Fez (Including SIM Card): $10
  • Transfer Private From Fes To Tangier: $174
  • Transfer Private From Fes To Marrakesh: $193
  • Transfer Private From Fes To Airport Casablanca: $180

Is it cheaper to fly into Arusha or Fez?

Prices for flights to both Fez 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Arusha $42
    Fez $41
Typical Food Prices in Arusha

For Arusha, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • A Quick Lunch (for 2)
    $2.16

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Arusha

For Arusha, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Cooking and Sewing & Jewelry Workshops in Arusha: $33
  • Traditional Tanzania Cooking Class &Local Market Tour: $39
  • Traditional Tanzania Cooking Class and Market Tour: $40
  • Guided walking city tour& traditional cooking lesson: $47
  • 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

Typical Food Prices in Fez

For Fez, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Yogurt
    $0.60
  • Dinner for 2
    $11

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Fez

For Fez, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Cooking Class by Nzaha in Morocco: $42
  • cooking classe in fes with ouliya: $42
  • Moroccan Cooking Class and Fez Market Visit and Meal: $45
  • Cooking Class - Moroccan cuisine: $47
  • Private 5 h Fez Cooking Class with a local family: $52
  • Traditional Moroccan Cooking Course in Dar 7 Louyat: $57
  • Cooking lessons: $61
  • Fes Cooking class: $72
  • Fez Cooking Class at Palais bab sahra : $73
  • Fez Cooking School at Palais Amani Experience: $90
  • Fez Cooking-Class Academy : $107
  • Fez Cooking Class Including Market Visit and 3-Course Lunch or Dinner: $135

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Arusha $45
    Fez $9.00

Tours and Activities in Arusha

For Arusha, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Marangu waterfall & Coffee making Cultural Tour | BURIGI CHATO SAFARIS CO LTD : $150
  • Materuni Waterfalls & Coffee making Cultural Tour | BURIGI CHATO SAFARIS LTD : $167
  • Materuni Waterfalls, Visiting Chagga Village, CoffeeTour Kikuletwa Hotsprings: $100
  • Materuni Waterfalls,Coffee and Chemka Hotspring Tour: $100
  • Private Tour to Marangu Waterfalls, Chagga Caves, Coffee tour & Hot Springs: $127
  • 1 Day Materuni Waterfalls Coffee Tour and Chemka Hot Spring: $128
  • 1 Day Private Lake Chala Full Day Tour: $270
  • 1 Day Tour Hot Spring (Majimoto): $80
  • 12 Days Best Of Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Beach Tour: $8,745
  • 12 Days Tanzania Wildlife Photographic Safari Experience: $8,595
  • 1Day Safari Tour Tarangire National Park Join Group: $279
  • 2-Day Migration Safari with a Hot Air Balloon Adventure.: $2,397

Typical Entertainment Prices in Fez

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Fez's activities, tours, and tickets:


  • Granary Fee
    $1.99

Tours and Activities in Fez

For Fez, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • A Unique Experience In Fez With A Guide And A Driver (Full Day): $188
  • Fes Sightseeing Private Tour: $115
  • Fes to Fes Private Desert tour 1-night 2-Day Tour luxury camps: $287
  • Fes to Marrakech via Desert Tour 2 Days 1 Night : $100
  • Fez day Tour with Local Guide & driver : $69
  • Private Guided Tour of Fes with Pick Up: $42
  • Private Tour with official guide & Driver for Fez city: $125
  • 2 Days / 1 Nights, Fes To Fes Desert Tour: $277
  • 2 Days Desert Tour From Fez To Merzouga Dunes & Camel Trek and back to Fez: $278
  • 2 Days Tour From Fes To Marrakech Via Merzouga Desert: $135
  • 2 Days Tour from Fes to Merzouga Sahara : $134
  • 2 days tours from Fez to Fez: $269

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Arusha $11
    Fez $12


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

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


Which is Bigger, Arusha or Fez?

Fez has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Arusha. When comparing the sizes of Arusha and Fez, 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.