A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Belgrade vs. Dakar for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Belgrade or Dakar?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Belgrade and Dakar 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: Belgrade or Dakar?

Belgrade

Belgrade is the capital city of the Republic of Serbia. Dating back to the 4th Century BC, is has seen many changes from Celtic tribes at its earliest beginnings to Roman rule, the Ottoman Empire, and Serbian independence. Relics of its past can be seen today in Belgrade's architecture and museums, while there are also a host of contemporary activities like nightlife, clubs, cafes, and concerts.

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 Budget Tours to Serbia, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Belgrade, The Best Adventure Tours to Senegal, and The Best Luxury Tours to Senegal.


Which place is cheaper, Dakar or Belgrade?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Belgrade is $45, while the average daily cost in Dakar is $61. 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 Belgrade and Dakar in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Belgrade $30
    Dakar $32
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Belgrade $60
    Dakar $64
Compare Hotels in Belgrade and Dakar

Looking for a hotel in Belgrade 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.

Hotels in Belgrade


Hotels in Dakar


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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: Belgrade Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Belgrade $5.60
    Dakar $5.37

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Belgrade

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Belgrade:

  • Airport Transfer in Belgrade, Serbia: $39
  • Belgrade Layover tour with E Scooter and airport transfers: $215
  • Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG): Transfer to Belgrade: $145
  • Belgrade Panorama - Private Arrival Transfer and City Tour Combined: $240
  • Belgrade airport transfer: $46
  • Belgrade and Avala Mountain Full Day Layover Tour with Round-Trip Airport Transfer: $88
  • Belgrade to Zlatibor private transfer by car: $252
  • Bus Transfer Between Airport and Slavija Square: $3.67
  • Nikola Tesla Airport Private Transfer: $53
  • Nikola Tesla BEG airport-private airport transfer: $75
  • Private Airport Transfer: $85
  • Private Transfer from Airport to Hotel: $107

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dakar

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Dakar:

  • AIBD-DAKAR transfer: $49
  • Transfer - DSS Airport <-> Dakar (One way): $66
  • Private Transfer DSS AIBD Airport - Dakar (two directions): $82
  • DSS Airport Transfer <-> Dakar (Return): $120
  • Transfer - Dakar <-> Saint-Louis (One way): $197
  • Blaise Diagne Int Airport (DSS): Transfer to Dakar hotels: $211

Is it cheaper to fly into Belgrade or Dakar?

Prices for flights to both Dakar and Belgrade 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
    Belgrade $9.30
    Dakar $20

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Belgrade

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Belgrade.

  • E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $66
  • Folklore night in Belgrade with dinner: $70
  • Private Walking and Food Tour in Belgrade: $71
  • E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $75

Typical Food Prices in Dakar

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Dakar:


  • Breakfast
    $4.11

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dakar

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Dakar.

  • Senegalese Street Food Tour in Dakar: $115

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Belgrade $4.52
    Dakar $14

Tours and Activities in Belgrade

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Belgrade are as follows:

  • Skip the Line: Family Centar Sremska Mitrovica -Playroom for kids: $1.10
  • Capture Belgrade:Audio Walking Tour in the Heart of the City: $3.19
  • First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.23
  • Jack The Ripper Skip-the-Line Ticket in Belgrade: $3.29
  • Belgrade City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.46
  • Self-Guided City Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $6.46
  • Sightseeing by open top bus: $14
  • Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: $14
  • Saint Sava Temple guided tour: $16
  • Walking Tour in Belgrade: $16
  • Underground Tour with Glass of Wine: $16
  • Yugoslavia Communist tour: $16

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: $30
  • Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide in Dakar: $31
  • Accro Baobab Adventure Ticket Entry: $38
  • Half Day Dakar City Tour: $105
  • Private City Tour: $109
  • Full Day Private Tour in move, eat, act like a local: $109
  • Half-Day GOREE Island Tour:The Heritage Tour: $130
  • Mamelles Lighthouse and Ngor Island (Walking Tour): $130
  • From Dakar or Saly: Half-Day Tour to Pink Lake: $138
  • Full Day Goree Island And Dakar City Tour(Minimum 2 Participants): $142
  • Full-Day Private Dakar City Tour : $142
  • Day trip Goree island and Dakar city tour : $159

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Belgrade $21
    Dakar $9.00

Sample the Local Flavors in Belgrade

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Belgrade:

  • RE:PLAY Pub Crawl Belgrade: $44
  • Play Pub Crawl Belgrade: $49
  • RePlay Pub Crawl in Belgrade: $53
  • E-Scooter CRAFT BEER and BREWERY Tour: $54
  • Natural wine tasting with great views: $55
  • Tour of the MONASTERIES at Fruška Gora NP and Sremski Karlovci with wine tasting: $55
  • Belgrade Bar Crawl: $55
  • Pearl of North Serbia, trip to Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci with wine tasting: $60
  • Private Wine Tasting by Party in Belgrade: $71
  • Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci private tour with wine tasting: $76
  • 3-Hour Walking Local Wine Tasting Tour: $81
  • Northern Serbia: Sremski Karlovci & Novi Sad with Wine Tasting in a cellar : $82


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

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


Which is Bigger, Belgrade or Dakar?

Dakar has a larger population, and is about 94% larger than the population of Belgrade. When comparing the sizes of Belgrade 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.


When is the best time to visit Belgrade or Dakar?

Belgrade has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Dakar experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Belgrade or Dakar in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Belgrade and Dakar. Dakar attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In the summer, Belgrade is cooler than Dakar. Typically, the summer temperatures in Belgrade in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Dakar averages at about 28°C (82°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Dakar this time of the year. In Belgrade, it's very sunny this time of the year. Belgrade usually receives more sunshine than Dakar during summer. Belgrade gets 285 hours of sunny skies, while Dakar receives 218 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Belgrade usually receives more rain than Dakar. Belgrade gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Dakar receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Belgrade 23°C (73°F) 
    Dakar 28°C (82°F)

Should I visit Belgrade or Dakar in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Belgrade as well as Dakar. The warm climate attracts visitors to Dakar throughout the year.

In October, Belgrade is generally much colder than Dakar. Daily temperatures in Belgrade average around 14°C (57°F), and Dakar fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Dakar. In the autumn, Belgrade often gets less sunshine than Dakar. Belgrade gets 168 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Dakar receives 260 hours of full sun.

Belgrade usually gets more rain in October than Dakar. Belgrade gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Dakar receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Belgrade 14°C (57°F) 
    Dakar 28°C (82°F)

Should I visit Belgrade or Dakar in the Winter?

Both Dakar and Belgrade are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Dakar because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

It's quite cold in Belgrade in the winter. Belgrade is much colder than Dakar in the winter. The daily temperature in Belgrade averages around 2°C (35°F) in January, and Dakar fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).

It's quite sunny in Dakar. Belgrade usually receives less sunshine than Dakar during winter. Belgrade gets 71 hours of sunny skies, while Dakar receives 232 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Belgrade usually receives more rain than Dakar. Belgrade gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Dakar receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Belgrade 2°C (35°F) 
    Dakar 22°C (72°F)

Should I visit Belgrade or Dakar in the Spring?

Both Dakar and Belgrade during the spring are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Dakar year-round.

In the spring, Belgrade is much colder than Dakar. Typically, the spring temperatures in Belgrade in April average around 14°C (56°F), and Dakar averages at about 21°C (70°F).

In Dakar, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the spring, Belgrade often gets less sunshine than Dakar. Belgrade gets 178 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Dakar receives 275 hours of full sun.

Belgrade usually gets more rain in April than Dakar. Belgrade gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Dakar receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Belgrade 14°C (56°F) 
    Dakar 21°C (70°F)

Typical Weather for Dakar and Belgrade

Belgrade Dakar
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 2°C (35°F) 49 mm (1.9 in) 22°C (72°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Feb 4°C (39°F) 44 mm (1.7 in) 21°C (70°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Mar 9°C (47°F) 50 mm (2 in) 22°C (72°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Apr 14°C (56°F) 59 mm (2.3 in) 21°C (70°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
May 18°C (65°F) 71 mm (2.8 in) 23°C (73°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Jun 21°C (70°F) 90 mm (3.5 in) 26°C (79°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Jul 23°C (73°F) 66 mm (2.6 in) 28°C (82°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Aug 23°C (73°F) 52 mm (2 in) 28°C (82°F) 150 mm (5.9 in)
Sep 19°C (67°F) 51 mm (2 in) 28°C (82°F) 150 mm (5.9 in)
Oct 14°C (57°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 28°C (82°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Nov 8°C (47°F) 54 mm (2.1 in) 26°C (79°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Dec 3°C (38°F) 58 mm (2.3 in) 24°C (75°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)