Which place is cheaper, Toronto 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 Toronto?
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 Toronto 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 Toronto?
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.
Toronto
The capital of Ontario and the most populated city in Canada, Toronto is a very popular travel destination for any number of reasons. It's positioned along the coast of Lake Ontario and has a population of more than 2.6 million with 6.2 million in the Greater Toronto Area. It's a very international and diverse city, with a very rich cultural history. More than half of the city's population was not born in Canada, and there are more than eighty different ethnic neighborhoods sprinkled throughout the city. The city is a center for music, theater, film, and television. It has countless museums, festivals, and sights that attract more than 25 million tourists every year.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to Tanzania, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Tanzania, The Best Northern Lights Tours in Canada, and The Best Luxury Tours to Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayArusha $189Toronto $241
The average daily cost (per person) in Arusha is $189, while the average daily cost in Toronto is $241. 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 Toronto in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personArusha $126Toronto $85
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomArusha $252Toronto $170
Compare Hotels in Arusha and Toronto
Looking for a hotel in Arusha or Toronto? 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 Toronto Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Arusha $13Toronto $31
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): $46
- Moshi - Arusha Transfer: $149
- Kilimanjaro International Airport to Arusha City Center Transfer: $60
- Kilimanjaro Airport Transfer to Moshi: $65
- Arusha Airport and Hotel Transfer: $35
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Toronto
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Toronto are as follows:
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Airport Shuttle$25
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Train: 2 Day Passes$15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Toronto
Also for Toronto, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer to or from Waterloo region- Toronto Airport: $287
- Transfer from Toronto City Center to Pearson Airport(YYZ): $50
- Transfer Toronto Hotels to Toronto Pearson Airport YYZ: $40
- Stopover city tour with transfers.: $249
- Private Transfer to Niagara Falls: $173
- Private Transfer to Kingston City or Queen's Unive…: $801
- Private Transfer Pearson Int. Apt to Waterloo: $261
- Private Pearson Airport Transfers to Niagara Falls: $134
- Pearson Airport to Richmond Hill Private Transfer: $150
- Pearson Airport to Oakville Private Transfer: $211
- Pearson Airport to Blue Mountain Resort Transfer: $654
- Pearson Airport To Toronto Hotel & Air B&B Transfer: $40
Is it cheaper to fly into Arusha or Toronto?
Prices for flights to both Toronto 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 $40Toronto $106
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)$2.09
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: $43
- NGO Lifted Strong - Traditional Tanzanian Cooking Class: $50
- Local Tanzanian Food Cooking Class by Kingstone Asilia (Arusha): $75
- Homestay + Cooking + Animal Care + Fruit Harvesting + Much More: $187
Typical Food Prices in Toronto
For Toronto, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch at St. Lawrence Market for Two$22
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Dinner at Mill Street Brewery (for 2)$54
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Toronto
For Toronto, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Premium Harbor Cruise with Lunch, Brunch, or Dinner: $51
- Great White North Food Tour + Distillery District & Old Town: $53
- Fun Sushi Making Cooking Class at a Trendy Venue in Toronto: $54
- Pasta Making Cooking Class With Local Chef: $60
- Fun Sushi Making Cooking Class at a Trendy Venue in Toronto: $60
- Toronto Premier Dinner Cruise on Odyssey in Toronto Harbour: $60
- Toronto : Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide: $68
- Niagara Falls Night Tour, Boat, Journey, Dinner & Tower: $71
- 2 Hour Express Toronto Food Tour: Flavors of Kensington Market: $74
- Authentic Food Tour with Local & International Flavors: $74
- Kensington Market 'Taste the World' Food Tour: $77
- St Lawrence & Distillery Food Tour with 6 Tastings: $78
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Arusha $44Toronto $30
Tours and Activities in Arusha
For Arusha, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 1 Day trip to Materuni Waterfalls & Coffee Tour: $127
- 1 day trip Materuni Waterfall, Village & Coffee Walking Tour: $127
- 1-Day Trip Tarangire N.P Small group Tour Tanzania sharing Safari: $270
- Arusha African Shopping Tour: $100
- Arusha Bike Town Tour Experience: $55
- Arusha City Culture and Historical Walking Tour: $40
- Arusha City Tour with Local Culture and Food Markets: $41
- Arusha City Walking Tour: Markets, Culture & Hotel Pickup: $15
- Arusha City town tour: $101
- Arusha Guided City Tour &Hotel Pickup (History, Culture &Market: $21
- Arusha Guided City Tour: Culture, History and Markets with Pickup: $17
- Arusha Mountain Village and Coffee Tour: $24
Typical Entertainment Prices in Toronto
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Toronto's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Art Gallery of Ontario for Two$15
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CN Tower at night for Two$35
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Harbour Dinner Cruise$25
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Bata Shoe Museum (2)$7.02
Tours and Activities in Toronto
For Toronto, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 1 Hour Flight Simulator Experience in Toronto: $112
- 14-Minute Helicopter Tour Over Toronto: $298
- 20 km Helicopter Tour over Toronto: $150
- 3hr Discover Sailing Adventure: $194
- 60 Minute Toronto Sightseeing Harbour Tour: $28
- 60-Minute Toronto Luxury Yacht Sightseeing Prosecco Cruise!: $104
- 90-Minute Toronto Luxury Yacht Sightseeing Prosecco Cruise: $138
- Action Film and Television Locations Half Day Tour in Toronto: $152
- Admission Ticket: Explore Canada in Miniature Scale: $36
- Adventures in Abstract Paint Pouring: $29
- Algonquin Park: Adventure Tour from Toronto: $159
- Algonquin Provincial Park Small-Group Day Tour from Toronto: $125
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayArusha $11Toronto $22
Sample the Local Flavors in Toronto
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Toronto:
- Toronto Distillery District: Whisky Exploration Game and Tour: $7.20
- Amazing Bar Hunt: Take On Toronto Bar Crawl: $12
- Astounding Bar Crawl: Take On Toronto: $15
- Distillery District Historic Walking Tour: $20
- Distillery & Old Town Private Walking Tour: $27
- Toronto Distillery & Old Town Walking Tour With A Guide: $27
- Guided Tasting Activity at Sake Brewery: $28
- Short Distillery District Segway Tour: $34
- Guided Tasting Activity at Sake Brewery with 7 Kinds of Sake: $43
- Pub Crawl Toronto: $43
- Distillery District Breakfast Walking Tour: $52
- Private Corktown and Distillery District Tour: $58
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Arusha and Toronto, we can see that Toronto is more expensive. And not only is Arusha much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Arusha is in Africa and Toronto is in North America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Arusha would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Arusha 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 Toronto would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Toronto than you might in Arusha.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Arusha Expensive? and Is Toronto Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Arusha or Toronto?
Toronto has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Arusha. When comparing the sizes of Arusha and Toronto, 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.