Which place is cheaper, Dakar or Aswan?
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 Aswan or Dakar?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Aswan or Dakar? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Aswan or Dakar?
Aswan
Lounging along the Nile like Egyptian royalty is a fantasy for most world travelers. If you want to do it without the hustle and bustle of Cairo, there's always Aswan. This city in the south of Egypt is the smallest of the three major cities on the Nile. Located just below the Aswan Dam and Lake Nasser, Aswan's 275,00 people include a large portion of Nubians – mostly resettled from their flooded homeland.
Dakar
Located in West Africa, Dakar is the capital city of Senegal and an Atlantic port on the Cap-Vert peninsula. Main attractions include the city's markets, the Dakar Grand Mosque, Goree Island, the IFAN Museum, the African Renaissance Monument, beaches, and the Senegal Zoo.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Egypt, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Egypt, The Best Adventure Tours to Senegal, and The Best Luxury Tours to Senegal.
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Aswan Prices
Egypt PricesDakar Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAswan $20Dakar $80
The average daily cost (per person) in Aswan is $20, while the average daily cost in Dakar is $80. 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 Aswan and Dakar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAswan $6.47Dakar $34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAswan $13Dakar $68
Compare Hotels in Aswan and Dakar
Looking for a hotel in Aswan or Dakar? 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: Aswan Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aswan $4.16Dakar $5.68
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aswan
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aswan:
- Aswan to Luxor Private Car Transfer: $80
- Private Aswan Airport Transfer To Hotel : $10
- Private Transfer from Aswan Airport to Hotels or Nile Cruise : $45
- Private Transfer from Aswan to Marsa-Alam: $87
- Transfer Service to Luxor from Aswan: $100
- Transfer from Aswan Airport to Hotels or Nile Cruise in Aswan: $21
- VIP Aswan to Hurghada Transfer: Luxury and Comfort: $95
- A transfer to Luxor from Aswan by car: $75
- Abu Simbel Day Trip from Aswan with transfers : $45
- Arrival Transfer from Aswan Airport to Hotels or Nile Cruise: $40
- Arrival Transfer from Aswan Airport to Hotels or Nile Cruise in Aswan: $8.00
- Aswan Airport Private Departure Transfer: $28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dakar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Dakar:
- Private Transfer from Dakar to Dakar Airport DSS by Sedan or Van: $55
- Transfer - DSS Airport <-> Dakar (One way): $70
- DSS Airport Transfer <-> Saly (One way): $70
- Private Transfer DSS AIBD Airport - Riu Baobab Hotel (two ways): $100
- Private Transfer DSS AIBD Airport - Dakar (two directions): $100
- Private Transfer Return Airport to Saly: $103
- DSS Airport Transfer <-> Dakar (Return): $129
- Airport Transfer - Aéroport international Blaise Diagne to Dakar: $129
- Blaise Diagne Intl Airport (DSS) to Dakar hotels - Round-Trp Private Transfer: $146
- Private Transfer from Dakar to Blaise Diagne Airport (DSS): $208
- Private Transfer from Blaise Diagne Airport (DSS) to Dakar: $211
- Blaise Diagne Int Airport (DSS): Transfer to Dakar hotels: $226
Is it cheaper to fly into Aswan or Dakar?
Prices for flights to both Dakar and Aswan 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 dayAswan $9.51Dakar $36
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Aswan
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Aswan.
- Savor Nubian Cuisine: Lunch or Dinner in a Local Village: $50
- Nubian Dinner at Nubian Village: $51
- Dinner on board a cruise on the Nile: $59
- Dinner In Nile Cruise in Aswan: $150
- Experience the Magic of Aswan in One Day Food Tour with Guide: $177
Typical Food Prices in Dakar
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Dakar:
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Breakfast$4.35
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aswan $5.86Dakar $14
Typical Entertainment Prices in Aswan
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Aswan are as follows:
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Temple Kom Ombo for Two$1.21
Tours and Activities in Aswan
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Aswan are as follows:
- Private Full Day tour to Abu simbel Temples from Aswan: $12
- Day Trip to Nubian Village with Camel Tour: $15
- Private Tour Sunset Felucca Ride of Aswan: $15
- Private Day Tour to Phalie Temple, High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk: $17
- 2-Hour Guided Tour in Philae Temple Aswan, Egypt: $18
- Aswan Day Tour : Philae Temple, Unfinished Obelisk and High Dam: $19
- 2 Hours Tour in Philae Temple: $19
- Horse Carriage Ride with a Private Tour in Aswan: $20
- Private Tour Sail on the Nile Aswan Felucca Ride : $20
- Nubian Museum Magic: Private Tour in Aswan's Heart: $20
- Day Trip to Nubian Village with Camel Tour from Aswan: $20
- Aswan full day tour phile temple unfinished obelisk high dam : $20
Tours and Activities in Dakar
Here are a few actual costs in Dakar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Private custom tour with a local guide: $32
- Private Custom Tour with a Local Guide: $32
- Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide in Dakar: $33
- prepare the thieboudienne for the ultimate local experience: $48
- private tour "move, eat, act like a local": $81
- Half Day Dakar City Tour (Minimum 2 Participants): $105
- From Dakar or Saly: Gorée Island Half-Day Private Tour: $108
- Half Day Dakar Museums Tour and Local Markets: $115
- Private City Tour: $117
- Full Day Private Tour in move, eat, act like a local: $117
- Private Half Day Dakar City Tour Layover tour: $120
- Mamelles Lighthouse and Ngor Island (Walking Tour): $130
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAswan $1.19Dakar $9.52
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aswan and Dakar, we can see that Dakar is more expensive. And not only is Aswan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Aswan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Aswan 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 Dakar would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dakar than you might in Aswan.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Aswan Expensive? and Is Dakar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aswan or Dakar?
Dakar has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Aswan. When comparing the sizes of Aswan and Dakar, 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.