Which place is cheaper, Zagreb 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 Zagreb?
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 Zagreb 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 Zagreb?
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.
Zagreb
Zagreb, in central Croatia, is the country's capital. It has a wonderful old town that has cobblestone streets, historic buildings, and a great atmosphere. Many people travel to Croatia specifically for its beaches and coastal towns, but if you overlook this lovely capital city, you'll miss a large part of the culture and personality that is Croatia.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to Tanzania, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Tanzania, The Best 2-Week Tours from Dubrovnik, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Split.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayArusha $189Zagreb $103
The average daily cost (per person) in Arusha is $189, while the average daily cost in Zagreb is $103. 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 Zagreb in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personArusha $126Zagreb $56
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomArusha $252Zagreb $112
Compare Hotels in Arusha and Zagreb
Looking for a hotel in Arusha or Zagreb? 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.
Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.
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 Zagreb Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Arusha $13Zagreb $11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Arusha
Also for Arusha, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Arusha Airport and Hotel Transfer: $35
- Kilimanjaro Airport and Arusha Private Transfer: $59
- Kilimanjaro Airport to Arusha City Private Transfer: $120
- Kilimanjaro International Airport to Arusha City Center Transfer: $60
- Moshi - Arusha Transfer: $130
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zagreb
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zagreb:
- Private Transfer to/from Zagreb Airport: $70
- Private Transfer to Plitvice Lakes National Park: $408
- Direct bus Transfer from/to Split: $16
- Bus transfer from/to Rijeka: $11
- Zagreb to Split: Personalized Transfer & Custom Day Trip!: $426
- Zagreb to Rovinj: Private Transfer with Plitvice Lakes Visit: $823
- Zagreb to Rovinj private transfer or vice versa: $292
- Zagreb Departure Private Transfers from Zagreb City to Zagreb Airport ZAG: $78
- Zagreb Arrival Private Transfers from Zagreb Airport ZAG to Zagreb City: $78
- Zagreb Airport: One-Way Private transfer To/From Airport: $64
- Zagreb Airport Transfers : Zagreb City to Zagreb Airport ZAG in Luxury Van: $78
- Zagreb Airport Transfers : Zagreb Airport ZAG to Zagreb City in Luxury Car: $93
Is it cheaper to fly into Arusha or Zagreb?
Prices for flights to both Zagreb 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 $40Zagreb $33
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:
- NGO Lifted Strong - Traditional Tanzanian Cooking Class: $50
- Local Tanzanian Food Cooking Class by Kingstone Asilia (Arusha): $55
- Homestay + Cooking + Animal Care + Fruit Harvesting + Much More: $194
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Zagreb
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Zagreb.
- Zagreb Food Tour: Local Dishes & City Stories: $83
- Zagreb Food Tour: Local Dishes & City Stories: $92
- Zagreb Food Tour: Bite into Traditional Dishes and Flavors: $140
- Zagreb Walking Food Tour - Sightseeing - Dolac Market Visit: $157
- PRIVATE Half-Day Food Tour: The 10 Tastings of Zagreb With Locals: $197
- Authentic Market Tour and Cooking Class in the Heart of Zagreb: $199
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Arusha $44Zagreb $14
Tours and Activities in Arusha
For Arusha, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Arusha Guided Tour: Culture, History, Markets & Hidden Gems: $17
- Guided Arusha town tour with market visit,shopping, and city walk: $17
- Arusha Guided City Tour &Hotel Pickup (History, Culture &Market: $21
- Arusha City Tour: Where Continents Collide & Cultures Dance: $30
- Arusha Town Tour: $30
- Street Food and Community Walking Tour: $30
- Private Local Market Tour in Tengeru: $35
- Mountain Bike Tour of the Foothills of Mount Meru: $40
- 4 Hours Cycling Tour in Shimo La Mungu Crater: $50
- Coffee tour and Buffet Lunch with Kingstone Asilia (Arusha): $55
- Arusha Nightlife Tour: $60
- Arusha A Walking City Tour Museum Culture and Everyday Life: $60
Tours and Activities in Zagreb
Here are a few actual costs in Zagreb for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- (120min) Zagreb All Around Tour-all of the Lower town/Upper town: $90
- 2-Hour Private Walking Tour of Zagreb: $70
- 4 Day Private Istria Tour from Explore & Enjoy: $1,657
- Advent in Zagreb - guided walking tour: $29
- Amazinga Entertainment Entry Ticket 3h: $38
- Baroque Varaždin and Trakošćan Castle Private Tour from Zagreb: $228
- Best Of Zagreb Walking Tour: $64
- Best of Slovenia: Bled, Postojna, Ljubljana Day Tour from Zagreb: $257
- Best of Zagreb Walking Tour: $105
- Best of Zagreb! Private Walking Tour; Meet the greats -Sit & Meet: $105
- Best of Zagreb! Self-guided Waking tour Sit&Meet Croatian greats!: $22
- Best of 4-Hour Cycling Tour: $93
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayArusha $10Zagreb $10
Sample the Local Flavors in Zagreb
Also in Zagreb, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl, 1-Hour of Unlimited Drinks, & Club Entry: $34
- Zagreb:Private Bar Crawling and Alcohol Testing with a Guide: $35
- Zagreb Restaurants Food & Wine Tasting with Old Town Walking Tour: $104
- Private Zagreb Walking Tour and Wine Tasting From Zagreb: $110
- WINE TASTING near Zagreb - drink and eat as much as you can!!: $140
- Japetić Viewpoint Hike & Plešivica Wine Tasting: $151
- Hrastje Plešivičko Wine Tasting Day Trip: $175
- From Samobor Highlights & Wine Tasting in Plešivica: $193
- Plesivica Region Wine Tasting Half-day Tour: $261
- Castle & Wine Tasting - Private Day Trip from Zagreb: $268
- Private Wine Tour from Two Local Wineries & Samobor: $280
- Fairytale Castle & Wine Tasting & Lunch: $292
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Arusha and Zagreb, we can see that Arusha is more expensive. And not only is Zagreb much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Arusha is in Africa and Zagreb is in Europe, 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 Zagreb would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Zagreb 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 Zagreb.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Arusha Expensive? and Is Zagreb Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Arusha or Zagreb?
Zagreb has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Arusha. When comparing the sizes of Arusha and Zagreb, 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.