Which place is cheaper, Korcula or Dahab?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Dahab or Korcula?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Dahab and Korcula 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: Dahab or Korcula?
Dahab
Dahab is a small town on the Sinai Peninsula in Egypt. It is located about 85 kilometers north of Sharm el-Sheikh and sits on the Gulf of Aqaba. It's a popular destination with divers and backpackers alike, and offers some of the best snorkeling and diving that you'll find in the Red Sea. It's a great alternative to the resort driven Sharm el-Sheikh, and is popular with independent travelers who are looking for affordable accommodation. There are some upmarket options however, predominantly in the Laguna area, but budget facilities are not hard to find.
Korcula
Korcula is a Croatian island in the Adriatic Sea. It lies just off the Dalmatian coast. This island is known for its dense forest and the ancient Greeks called the island Black Korcula for this reason. Korcula is one of Croatia's most treasured islands. Rich in vineyards, olive groves, and small villages, and harboring a glorious old town, the island of Korcula is the sixth-largest Adriatic island. Quiet coves and small sandy beaches dot the steep southern coast while the northern shore is flatter and with more pebbles. Tradition is alive and kicking on Korcula, with age-old religious ceremonies, folk music, and dances still being performed to the delight of an ever-growing influx of tourists.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Egypt, The Best Historical Tours in Egypt, 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 dayDahab $13Korcula $96
The average daily cost (per person) in Dahab is $13, while the average daily cost in Korcula is $96. 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 Dahab and Korcula in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDahab $6.09Korcula $62
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDahab $12Korcula $124
Compare Hotels in Dahab and Korcula
Looking for a hotel in Dahab or Korcula? 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: Dahab Hotel Prices and Korcula Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dahab $1.92Korcula $1.50
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dahab
Also for Dahab, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Dahab Private Transfer To/From Sharm el sheikh ( One Way Transfer ): $30
- Private Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) Transfer: $71
- Private Pickup Transfers From Dahab To Cairo: $260
- Private Pickup Transfers from Dahab to Taba: $120
- Private Transfer From Dahab To Taba border group from 1 to 12: $220
- Private Transfer from Dahab to Sharm El Sheikh (SSH) Airport: $109
- Private Transfer from Hotel in Dahab To Sharm el Sheikh Airport: $55
- Sharm el-Sheikh: 1-Way or Round-Trip Transfer to Dahab: $38
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Korcula
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Korcula:
- Private One Way Transfer from Orebić to Dubrovnik: $205
- Island Stupe / Moro Beach Transfer: $26
Is it cheaper to fly into Dahab or Korcula?
Prices for flights to both Korcula and Dahab 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 dayDahab $4.82Korcula $30
Typical Food Prices in Dahab
For Dahab, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Seafood Dinner (for 2)$2.00
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Juice$0.11
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Breakfast for Two$0.63
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dahab
For Dahab, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Bedouin Dinner in the Mountains In Dahab: $30
- Bedouin Dinner in the Mountains In Dahab: $36
- Dahab Desert Safari and Bedouin Dinner: $40
- Stargazer + Camel riding + Bedouin dinner from Dahab : $90
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Korcula
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Korcula.
- Private Half-Day Cooking Workshop Gastronomy in Korcula: $87
- Korcula walking tour and dinner for Food Lovers: $228
- Korčula: Island Yacht Cruise with Wine Tasting and Dinner: $321
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dahab $4.60Korcula $12
Tours and Activities in Dahab
For Dahab, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Saint Catherine's Monastery Half Day Tour From Dahab: $24
- From Three Pools Guided Snorkeling Tour with Lunch: $28
- Blue Hole Snorkeling Tour with lunch from Dahab: $28
- Dahab Windsurfing Adventure in Red Sea Waves: $30
- Royal seascope Semi-Submarine Cruise: $33
- Royal Seascope Submarine Guided Boat Tour : $38
- 4x4 Jeep Adventure from Dahab: $39
- Three Pools snorkeling and Quad Bike full-day tour in Dahab: $40
- Full Day Climbing and Hiking Tour in Canyon with Pickup: $40
- luxury Snorkeling cruise with buffet lunch: $41
- Camel Ride + Blue Hole Snorkeling + Quad Bike Tour With Lunch From Dahab: $45
- Seascope Submarine Tour from Dahab: $45
Tours and Activities in Korcula
Here are a few actual costs in Korcula for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 Hour Private Walking Tour in Korcula : $75
- 3 Islands Tour - HopOnHopOff - Daily Ticket : $33
- Bits of History - Half day kayak Tour: $66
- City tour Korćula - private walking tour: $117
- Croatia Korcula Island Buggy Safari Tour: $120
- Dubrovnik Republic Tour From Korcula and Orebic: $98
- From Dubrovnik Private tour to Korčula Island: $342
- From Dubrovnik Old Town Private yacht cruise: $3,743
- Half Day Original Buggy Adventure and Safari Tour in Korcula: $109
- Half day Lago di Korcula Half-Day Sea Kayak Tour: $64
- Jeanneau Prestige 440 Fly Private Boat Tour: $1,497
- Korcula Island Mountain E Bike Tour: $186
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDahab $2.63Korcula $10
Sample the Local Flavors in Korcula
Also in Korcula, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine Tasting at Black Island Winery: $31
- Slurp of Grk Wine Tour: $92
- Day Tour from Dubrovnik - Korčula and Pelješac Wine Tasting: $92
- Wine Tour Korcula: $98
- Half-Day Bike Tour in Lumbarda with Wine Tasting: $105
- Korcula Buggy Safari With Wine Tasting: $107
- Korcula Bike & Wine Tour: $111
- Private Korcula wine tour and tasting : $131
- Wine tour Korčula - private tour: $146
- Enchanted Forest Hike and Wine Tasting Private Tour: $158
- Korcula Island Sightseeing Tour Including Wine Tasting: $229
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dahab and Korcula, we can see that Korcula is more expensive. And not only is Dahab much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dahab is in Africa and Korcula 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 Dahab would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Dahab 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 Korcula would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Korcula than you might in Dahab.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dahab Expensive? and Is Korcula Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dahab or Korcula?
Dahab has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Korcula. When comparing the sizes of Dahab and Korcula, 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.