Which place is cheaper, Nassau or Dakar?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Dakar or Nassau?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Dakar or Nassau, 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 Nassau?
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.
Nassau
There are few vacation destinations more famous than the Bahamian city of Nassau. This capital city is full of laid back locals, relaxed tourists and the iconic pastel pink government houses.
As the largest city in the Bahamas, Nassau can hold plenty of people. Not only are there hundreds of tourists on any given day, the city is also home to 260,000 people – that is 80 percent of the Bahamas' total population.
Founded around 1650, Nassau's location made it a great spot on the trade route. So great, in fact, that it also became a popular destination for pirates – including the infamous Blackbeard.
Pack light because it's going to be pretty steamy in Nassau. The climate is essentially identical to southern Florida. It is warm and humid all year with the occasional cold snap in the winter.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Senegal, and The Best Luxury Tours to Senegal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDakar $61Nassau $189
The average daily cost (per person) in Dakar is $61, while the average daily cost in Nassau is $189. 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 Nassau in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDakar $32Nassau $109
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDakar $64Nassau $218
Compare Hotels in Dakar and Nassau
Looking for a hotel in Dakar or Nassau? 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: Nassau Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dakar $5.37Nassau $32
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
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Nassau are as follows:
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Water Taxi$8.02
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Taxi to Cable Beach$25
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Taxi from Airport$30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nassau
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nassau:
- (Private) Nassau Bahamas Airport Round-Trip Transfers (1-4ppl One Flat Rate): $160
- Airport Transfer: $190
- Airport Transfers : $58
- Atlantis Private Luxury Roundtrip Airport Transfer: $190
- Baha Mar ( Grand Hyatt, SLS, Rosewood Hotels) Private Airport Transfers : $160
- Chippies Airport/Hotel Transfers Transportation: $55
- Group transfer: $68
- Low Cost Airport Transfers: $185
- Luxury MKT Town Car Private Roundtrip Transfer : $140
- Lynden Pindling Airport (NAS): Round-Trip Nassau Transfer: $252
- Nassau Airport (NAS) to Nassau Cruise Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $41
- Nassau Airport (NAS) to Nassau cruise port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $81
Is it cheaper to fly into Dakar or Nassau?
Prices for flights to both Nassau 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 $20Nassau $53
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$4.11
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nassau
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nassau.
- Nassau Food Tour and Beach Break: $65
- Conch Salad Cooking Lesson and Tasting in Nassau: $80
- Sail Catamaran Sunset Dinner Cruise: $116
- Dinner and Dancing: $130
- Bahamian Cooking Class Lunch Experience by Tru Bahamian Food Tour: $140
- Island Food Tour: $140
- Gourmet dinner & sunset cruise on luxury catamaran: $375
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dakar $14Nassau $37
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
Typical Entertainment Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Nassau are as follows:
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Jet Ski$50
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4 Hr Kayak Tour$70
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1/2 Day Snorkel Trip$75
Tours and Activities in Nassau
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nassau are as follows:
- All New Weekend Tour with Seafood Snack Portuguese & Spanish : $7.00
- KINDWalk — Nassau Historical and Cultural Walking Tour: $10
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
- Heritage Museum of The Bahamas Nassau Guided Tour: $20
- Jekyll Island Dolphin Tours: $28
- Roundtrip Shuttle from Cruise Terminal at Prince George Wharf: $29
- Nassau Sightseeing Bus Tour: $35
- Big Bus Private Tour (minimum of 15): $43
- Bahamas Ghost Walking Tour: $44
- Banana Boat Adventure in Nassau: $50
- Banana Boat Adventure: $50
- Private Historic Landmarks Walking Tour: $51
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDakar $9.00Nassau $19
Typical Alcohol Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Nassau are as follows:
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Cocktail$6.52
Sample the Local Flavors in Nassau
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Nassau:
- Rum Runners Pub Crawl: $140
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dakar and Nassau, we can see that Nassau 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 Nassau is in Caribbean Islands, 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 Nassau would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nassau 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 Nassau Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dakar or Nassau?
Dakar has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Nassau. When comparing the sizes of Dakar and Nassau, 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 Dakar or Nassau?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Should I visit Dakar or Nassau in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Dakar and Nassau. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Dakar year-round. Nassau attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Nassau receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Dakar usually receives less rain than Nassau. Dakar gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 151 mm (5.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Nassau this time of the year. In Dakar, it's very sunny this time of the year. Dakar usually receives less sunshine than Nassau during summer. Dakar gets 218 hours of sunny skies, while Nassau receives 273 hours of full sun in the summer.
Dakar is around the same temperature as Nassau in the summer. The daily temperature in Dakar averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Nassau fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDakar 28°C (82°F)Nassau 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Dakar or Nassau in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Dakar as well as Nassau. Dakar attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Nassau throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Nassau. Dakar usually gets less rain in October than Nassau. Dakar gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 184 mm (7.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Nassau. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Dakar this time of the year. In the autumn, Dakar often gets more sunshine than Nassau. Dakar gets 260 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nassau receives 223 hours of full sun.
In the autumn, Dakar is around the same temperature as Nassau. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Dakar in October average around 28°C (82°F), and Nassau averages at about 26°C (79°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDakar 28°C (82°F)Nassau 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Dakar or Nassau in the Winter?
Both Nassau and Dakar are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Dakar throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Nassau because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In January, Dakar usually receives less rain than Nassau. Dakar gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
It's quite sunny in Nassau. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Dakar. Dakar usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Nassau during winter. Dakar gets 232 hours of sunny skies, while Nassau receives 220 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Dakar is generally around the same temperature as Nassau. Daily temperatures in Dakar average around 22°C (72°F), and Nassau fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDakar 22°C (72°F)Nassau 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Dakar or Nassau in the Spring?
Both Nassau and Dakar during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Dakar because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Nassau year-round.
Dakar usually gets less rain in April than Nassau. Dakar gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Nassau, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Dakar. In the spring, Dakar often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Nassau. Dakar gets 275 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nassau receives 276 hours of full sun.
Dakar is cooler than Nassau in the spring. The daily temperature in Dakar averages around 21°C (70°F) in April, and Nassau fluctuates around 23°C (74°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDakar 21°C (70°F)Nassau 23°C (74°F)
Typical Weather for Nassau and Dakar
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Mar | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Apr | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| May | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (79°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 237 mm (9.3 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 211 mm (8.3 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 184 mm (7.2 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
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