Which place is cheaper, Fez 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 Fez?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Dakar or Fez, 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 Fez?
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.
Fez
Fez is the historical capital of Morocco and has one of the country's most impressive and elaborate medinas. It's authentic and traditional atmosphere attracts travelers from all over the world. It's fun to wander the city's elaborate alleyways, sample the food, and soak up the sights and smells. In Fez's medina you'll find donkeys, carts, spices, and pottery. You'll find traditional foods, locals bartering for goods, and religious buildings that date back hundreds of years. The medina is also the world's largest car free urban zone.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Senegal, The Best Luxury Tours to Senegal, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco.
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Dakar Prices
Senegal PricesFez Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDakar $81Fez $92
The average daily cost (per person) in Dakar is $81, while the average daily cost in Fez is $92. 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 Fez in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDakar $35Fez $34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDakar $70Fez $68
Compare Hotels in Dakar and Fez
Looking for a hotel in Dakar or Fez? 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: Fez Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dakar $5.75Fez $16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dakar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Dakar:
- Transfer from Blaise Diagne Airport to Hotel 1 3 persons: $94
- Transfer - Dakar Saint-Louis (One way): $212
- Transfer - DSS Airport Saint-Louis (One way): $282
- Transfer - DSS Airport Dakar (One way): $71
- Private Transfer, Airport, Hotels, Dakar, Saly and Surrounding Areas: $72
- Private Transfer from Dakar to Blaise Diagne Airport (DSS): $208
- Private Transfer from Blaise Diagne Airport (DSS) to Dakar: $212
- Private Transfer DSS AIBD Airport - Riu Baobab Hotel (two ways): $100
- Private Transfer DSS AIBD Airport - Dakar (two directions): $100
- Dakar hotels to Blaise Diagne Intl Airport (DSS) - Departure Private Transfer: $73
- DSS Airport to Saly Private Transfer: $65
- DSS Airport Riu Baobab Hotel Premium Private Transfer: $75
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fez
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Fez:
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Taxi Ride$2.15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fez
Also for Fez, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Fes Airport Private Transfer – Arrival or Departure: $15
- Fes Airport Transfer (one way) + Free SIM Card: Stay Connected: $13
- Fes Saïss Airport Private Transfer – Door-to-Door Service: $35
- Fes Saïss Airport to Hotel Transfer: $24
- Fes to Chefchaouen Private Transfer: $116
- Fes to Tanger Via Meknes and Volubilis - Private Transfer: $188
- Fez : One-Way Private Airport Transfer: $15
- Fez Airport Private Departure Transfer: $35
- Fez Airport Private Transfer: $13
- Fez Airport Private Transfer Arrival - OR - Departure: $18
- Fez Airport Transfer Arrival - OR - Departure: $19
- Fez Airport to Hotel Transfer: $25
Is it cheaper to fly into Dakar or Fez?
Prices for flights to both Fez 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 $36Fez $44
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$4.40
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 Fez
For Fez, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Yogurt$0.64
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Dinner for 2$12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Fez
For Fez, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Lunch/Dinner with Moroccan family: $29
- Moroccan Lunch or Dinner with Henna in a Traditional Riad in Fes: $32
- Fez Cooking Class at a Traditional Riad with Market Visit: $40
- Traditional Moroccan Cooking Class in a Fes Medina Riad: $41
- Flavors of Fez ( Cooking Class with Local Expert ): $41
- Family Dinner in Fes with Tea and Fun Stories: $45
- fez Cooking Class Moroccan cuisine with Market Visit: $47
- cooking classe in fes with ouliya: $47
- Fez Souk tour & traditional Home Cooking: $53
- Cooking Class - Moroccan cuisine: $53
- Authentic Moroccan Cooking Class Experience: $59
- Moroccan Cooking Class at a Riad in Fez: $59
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dakar $15Fez $9.71
Tours and Activities in Dakar
Here are a few actual costs in Dakar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Dakar City Tour and Goree Island: $162
- Dakar Senegalese Culture and History 4 Hour Tour: $150
- Dakar in 3h: Full tour by traditional fast coach: $30
- Pink Lake and Turtle Village Half-Day Tour: $200
- Private City Tour: $117
- Private Custom Tour with a Local Guide: $33
- Private custom tour with a local guide: $33
- prepare the thieboudienne for the ultimate local experience: $55
- private tour "move, eat, act like a local": $82
- Day tour Somone lagoon and Bandia park Safari: $244
- Day tour in Dakar museum and monument: $153
- Day trip Goree island and Dakar city tour: $171
Typical Entertainment Prices in Fez
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Fez's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Granary Fee$2.15
Tours and Activities in Fez
For Fez, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Zellige and Pottery Tour at our Studio in Fes: $5.88
- Fez Medina Traditional Craft Shopping Tour with Expert Guide: $5.88
- Pottery and Ceramics Guided Tour: $7.05
- Fes Tour: Medina, Chouara Tannery, Artisans, Souks & Royal Palace: $9.00
- Fes Bus Tour King palace jewish Quarter Merinid Tombs tanneries: $10
- Private Walking Tour inside the Medina with a Local Guide: $15
- Private Fes Medina City Tour with Local Guide: $16
- Fes: Museum, Al Attarine Madrasa & Tannery and Medina Tour: $16
- VIP Fes Medina Work Shop Tour with Official Guide: $16
- Discover Pottery and Mosaic Zellige on a Factory Tour in Fes: $17
- Discover Meknes A Full Day Tour from Fes: $18
- Fez Medina Guided Tour: $18
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDakar $9.64Fez $13
Sample the Local Flavors in Fez
Also in Fez, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Full Day Boutique Winery and Wine Tasting Tour from Fez to Meknes: $175
When comparing the travel costs between Dakar and Fez, we can see that Fez 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 Dakar Expensive? and Is Fez Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dakar or Fez?
Dakar has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Fez. When comparing the sizes of Dakar and Fez, 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.