Which place is cheaper, Diani or Chefchaouen?
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 Chefchaouen or Diani?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Chefchaouen and Diani 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: Chefchaouen or Diani?
Chefchaouen
To feel like you've really stepped back in time to the glory days of Morocco, you're going to want to spend time in Chefchaouen. This town's beautiful medina is filled with white washed buildings with blue highlights. The wandering alleyways provide a fairy tale setting where you can relax for a few days. This mountainous region is a humble example of the classic picture of this area. Set against the backdrop of the Rif Mountains, the white and powder blue accented buildings and call to calls to prayer throughout the day let every visitor know they've arrived in a relaxing spot of peace and serenity.
Diani
Diani is a major beach resort town on the Indian Ocean coast of Kenya. It is located 30 kilometers south of Mombasa and the beach has been voted Africa’s leading beach destination several times. With a flawless, long stretch of white-sand beach hugged by lush forest and kissed by surfable waves, it’s no wonder Diani Beach is so popular. This resort town scores points with a diverse crowd: party people, families, honeymooners, backpackers and water-sports enthusiasts. But Diani also has some of the best accommodation in Kenya, from budget party hostels to funky kitesurfing lodges and intimate honeymoon spots. Most places are spread along the beach road, hidden behind a line of forest. When lazing in a hammock gets tiring, visit the coral mosques with their archways that overlook the open ocean, venture into the sacred forests where guides hug trees that speak in their ancestors' voices, or take in the monkey sanctuary – all are good ways to experience more of the coast than the considerable charms of sun and sand.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Morocco, The Best Luxury Tours to Morocco, The Best Luxury Tours to Kenya, and The Best Budget Tours to Kenya.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayChefchaouen $77Diani $69
The average daily cost (per person) in Chefchaouen is $77, while the average daily cost in Diani is $69. 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 Chefchaouen and Diani in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personChefchaouen $26Diani $23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomChefchaouen $52Diani $46
Compare Hotels in Chefchaouen and Diani
Looking for a hotel in Chefchaouen or Diani? 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: Chefchaouen Hotel Prices and Diani Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Chefchaouen $17Diani $15
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Chefchaouen
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Chefchaouen:
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Taxi Ride$1.09
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Chefchaouen
Also for Chefchaouen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Vip Private Transfer from Chefchaouen to Fes Vice Versa: $188
- Transfer to/from Tangier and Chefchaouen: $207
- Transfer from Fez to Chefchaouen with small group (one way): $37
- Transfer from Chefchaouen to Fes, Casablanca, and Marrakech: $270
- Transfer Private From Chefchaouen To Tangier: $80
- Transfer Private From Chefchaouen To Casablanca: $205
- Private Transfers from Chefchaouen to Fez (one way): $110
- Private Transfer from Chefchaouen to Tanger-Ibn Batouta (TNG) Airport: $232
- Private Transfer from Chefchaouen to Fez (Door To Door): $94
- Private Transfer From Chefchaouen to Rabat : $158
- One-way transfer from Chefchaouen to Fes: $29
- One-Way Transfer from Chefchaouen to Fez via volubilis: $142
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Diani
Also for Diani, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer: Mombasa SGR Train Station to Diani Hotels: $76
- Taxi and Airport transfers: $70
- Private transfer to Diani Beach from Mombasa: $65
- From Mombasa Airport: Diani transfer in a minivan (5 pax): $65
- Sneaky Feet Mombasa City Guided Walking Tour With Transfer.: $36
Is it cheaper to fly into Chefchaouen or Diani?
Prices for flights to both Diani and Chefchaouen 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 dayChefchaouen $34Diani $35
Typical Food Prices in Chefchaouen
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Chefchaouen:
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Lunch for Two$9.82
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Dinner for Two$11
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Cupcake$0.33
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Nutella and Yogurt$2.18
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Chefchaouen
For Chefchaouen, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Marrakech: Agafay Desert Quad Bike & Camel Ride with Dinner: $14
- Moroccan Cooking Class with a Local Family & Market Visit: $49
- 3-Hour Cooking Class overlooking the Blue City: $55
- Cooking with a Local Family in Chefchaouen with Mountain View: $59
- Chefchaouen Food Tour: $70
- Guided Food Tour with over 6 Tasting Stops: $76
- Chefchaouen Private Cooking Class with Mountain View: $82
- Funny Family Cooking Class in Blue City: $85
- 4 Hours Gourmet Cooking Class in Chefchaouen: $94
- Private Tagine Cooking Class in Chefchaouen with Lunch: $100
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Diani
For Diani, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Diani Beach: Special Dinner with a Local: $50
- A ROMANTIC BEACH BONFIRE DINNER SET UP: $75
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Chefchaouen $18Diani $15
Tours and Activities in Chefchaouen
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Chefchaouen.
- 2 Hours Private Chefchaouen Walking Tour: $35
- 10-Day Morocco Adventure: Casablanca to the Sahara: $5,026
- 3 Days Tour Around Fes/Fez (With Hotel & Without ): $208
- 3-Day Trekking from Chefchaouen – Rif Mountains Adventure: $235
- 3-Hour Blue City Tour Souks, Shopping and Rooftop Chill: $29
- 3-Hour Private Legacy Tour in Chefchaouen: $22
- Akchour Waterfalls and Gods Bridge Tour from Chefchaouen: $100
- Akchour waterfalls tours : $94
- Art and Craft Experience in Chefchaouen: $120
- Casablanca: 10-Day Morocco Highlights & Desert Adventure: $1,657
- Chefchaouen Day Tour: $55
- Chefchaouen Full Day Tour with Local Family: $123
Tours and Activities in Diani
For Diani, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 1 day Shimba Hills Tour: $185
- Diani Beach: Children's Homes Visit And Donation Tour.: $42
- Diani Beach: Glass Boat Cruise to Robinson Island: $42
- Diani Beach: Glass Bottom Boat, Snorkeling & Sun Bank Tour: $60
- Diani Beach: Glass-Bottom Boat Cruise to Robinson Island: $28
- Diani Beach: Kaya Kinondo cultural and nature experience: $30
- Diani Beach: Kongo River Estuary Sundowner Boat Tour: $42
- Diani Beach: Kongo River Sunset Experience in a canoe: $32
- Diani Beach: Private African Pool Map Guided Tour: $35
- Diani Beach: Village tour on a bike with hotel pick-up: $64
- Diani bush tour: $75
- Giriama Cultural Dance Show and Local Village Tour: $27
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayChefchaouen $15Diani $8.87
When comparing the travel costs between Chefchaouen and Diani, we can see that Chefchaouen is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Africa, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Chefchaouen Expensive? and Is Diani Expensive?.
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.