Which place is cheaper, Calgary or Dakar?
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 Dakar or Calgary?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Dakar or Calgary, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Dakar or Calgary?
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.
Calgary
Calgary is the largest city in Alberta and, located at the edge of the prairie and foothills, it is a gateway to the Rocky Mountains. If you're headed to Banff or Jasper, this is likely to be your first stop. It's also Canada's fourth largest city and worth a few days visit. Calgary's economy is diverse, but includes energy, financial services, film and television, transportation, technology, manufacturing, and much more.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Senegal, The Best Luxury Tours to Senegal, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Canada, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Canada.
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Dakar Prices
Senegal PricesCalgary Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDakar $82Calgary $177
The average daily cost (per person) in Dakar is $82, while the average daily cost in Calgary is $177. 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 Dakar and Calgary in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDakar $35Calgary $73
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDakar $70Calgary $146
Compare Hotels in Dakar and Calgary
Looking for a hotel in Dakar or Calgary? 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: Calgary Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dakar $5.80Calgary $12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dakar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Dakar:
- Airport Transfer Dakar DSS: $130
- Blaise Diagne Int Airport (DSS): Transfer to Dakar hotels: $230
- Blaise Diagne Intl Airport (DSS) to Dakar hotels - Round-Trp Private Transfer: $147
- DSS Airport Dakar Premium Private Transfer: $76
- DSS Airport Riu Baobab Hotel Premium Private Transfer: $76
- DSS Airport Transfer Dakar (Return): $130
- DSS Airport Transfer Saly (One way): $71
- DSS Airport to Saly Private Transfer: $65
- Dakar hotels to Blaise Diagne Intl Airport (DSS) - Departure Private Transfer: $73
- Private Transfer DSS AIBD Airport - Dakar (two directions): $101
- Private Transfer DSS AIBD Airport - Riu Baobab Hotel (two ways): $101
- Private Transfer from Blaise Diagne Airport (DSS) to Dakar: $213
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Calgary
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Calgary:
- Arrival Transfer: Calgary Airport YYC to Calgary by Business Car: $117
- Banff (Canmore) to Calgary Airport | Private Transfer: $215
- Banff/Canmore to Calgary or YYC Airport Private Transfer: $212
- Banff: Private Transfer to Calgary Airport or Calgary: $126
- Black Car Airport Transfers in Bow Valley: $294
- Calgary Airport (YYC) to Banff Resorts - Arrival Private Transfer: $213
- Calgary Airport (YYC) to Lake Louise - Arrival Private Transfer: $205
- Calgary Airport Transfer to/from Canmore, Banff, Lake Louise: $45
- Calgary Airport Transfer | Luxury Sedan or SUV: $110
- Calgary Airport to Banff (Canmore) | Private Transfer: $215
- Calgary Airport: Private Transfer to Drumheller: $215
- Calgary Airport: Private Transfer to Edmonton: $502
Is it cheaper to fly into Dakar or Calgary?
Prices for flights to both Calgary and Dakar 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 dayDakar $37Calgary $54
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$4.44
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dakar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Dakar.
- Authentic Jollof Cooking Class: $99
- Senegalese Street Food Tour in Dakar: $115
Typical Food Prices in Calgary
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Calgary:
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Bread, Chips, Cheese$8.09
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Calgary
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Calgary.
- Light Brunch & Food Tour at Calgary Farmers' Market WEST: $80
- Iconic Eats of Calgary Food Tour: $127
- Iconic Eats of Calgary Food Tour: $130
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dakar $15Calgary $15
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: $33
- Private Custom Tour with a Local Guide: $33
- Dakar in 3h: Full tour by traditional fast coach: $36
- Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide in Dakar: $41
- prepare the thieboudienne for the ultimate local experience: $55
- private tour "move, eat, act like a local": $82
- Quad tour of Somone Lagoon and Baobab Spider: $83
- 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: $118
Typical Entertainment Prices in Calgary
Here are a few typical costs in Calgary for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Stampede Admission (for 2)$22
Tours and Activities in Calgary
Here are a few actual costs in Calgary for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Tips-Based City Highlights Walking Tour | 3-Hour: $4.02
- Calgary City Highlights 3 Hour Walking Tour Gratuity-Based: $5.00
- Bow River Trail Smartphone Audio Walking Tour: $6.61
- Sam Centre Calgary Stampede Museum Ticket: $7.18
- A Spectacular Audio Tour : Calgary Adventure: $15
- Rockies Trio: 3 Self Guided Smartphone Audio Tours Bundle: $17
- Experience the season with a scavenger hunt in Calgary with Holly Jolly Hunt: $20
- Calgary Downtown: 2-Hour Introductory Walking Tour: $21
- Calgary Flames Ice Hockey Game Ticket: $28
- Heritage Park Historical Village Admission Ticket: $29
- Classic Mural Tour of Calgary: $40
- The Connaught Mural Tour of Calgary: $40
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDakar $9.73Calgary $11
Sample the Local Flavors in Calgary
Also in Calgary, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- An Epic Bar Crawl: Cruisin' Calgary: $12
- Brewery Tours at Award Winning Venues: $82
- Calgary to Banff Brewery Tour and Lunch: $146
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dakar and Calgary, we can see that Calgary is more expensive. And not only is Dakar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dakar is in Africa and Calgary is in North America, 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 Dakar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Dakar 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 Calgary would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Calgary than you might in Dakar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dakar Expensive? and Is Calgary Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dakar or Calgary?
Dakar has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Calgary. When comparing the sizes of Dakar and Calgary, 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.