Which place is cheaper, Tangier or Dakar?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Dakar or Tangier?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Dakar or Tangier, 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 Tangier?
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.
Tangier
Welcome to the gateway to Africa. Sitting on the coast of the Strait of Gibraltar, Tangier, Morocco has historically served as the meeting point of the Mediterranean and Africa.
After World War II, this city became a destination for eccentric foreigners, artists, spies and hippies. After that, the city was neglected and gained a horrible reputation for the hustlers cheating visitors left and right.
In 1999 Morocco saw the beginning of a new monarch who was more progressive with his vision for tourism. This message lit a fire under Tangier, helping the people see the amazing potential in their great city. They built a new port, a new business district and revamped the airport. The beaches and streets have been cleaned up of trash and hustlers and there's a sudden surge in cultural activities.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Senegal, The Best Luxury Tours to Senegal, The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDakar $61Tangier $61
The average daily cost (per person) in Dakar is $61, while the average daily cost in Tangier is $61. 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 Tangier in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDakar $32Tangier $23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDakar $64Tangier $46
Compare Hotels in Dakar and Tangier
Looking for a hotel in Dakar or Tangier? 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: Tangier Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dakar $5.32Tangier $23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dakar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Dakar:
- Blaise Diagne Int Airport (DSS): Transfer to Dakar hotels: $210
- DSS Airport Transfer <-> Dakar (Return): $120
- Private Transfer DSS AIBD Airport - Dakar (two directions): $82
- Transfer - DSS Airport <-> Dakar (One way): $66
- AIBD-DAKAR transfer: $49
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tangier
Also for Tangier, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Tangier Airport to Chefchaouen: $87
- "Fez to Marrakech: Enjoy a Private Transfer for a Smooth Journey": $205
- Airport Transfer to Tanger City : $26
- Casablanca Airport Arrival To Tanger Private Transfer: $216
- Door to door transfer from Tangier to Fes: $291
- From Fes: Transfer to Tangier passing by Chefchaouen: $96
- From Tangier : Private Luxury Transfer to Fes: $272
- From Transfer to Fez via Chefchaouen and Volubilis: $245
- Luxury transfer from Tangier to Tamuda bay or vice versa: $233
- One Way transfer from Fes to Tanger passing by chefchaouen: $82
- One-Way Transfer from Tanger to Fez: $154
- One-way Luxury Tangier Airport or Port Transfer: $24
Is it cheaper to fly into Dakar or Tangier?
Prices for flights to both Tangier 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 $19Tangier $20
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$4.07
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
Typical Food Prices in Tangier
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tangier:
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Fruit & Yogurt$1.69
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tangier
For Tangier, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 3 Hour Private Moroccan Food Tour in Tanger : $49
- Tanger Local Street food tours: $60
- Tangier Private Cooking Class With a Local Family: $66
- Tangier Food Tour with a certified local guide!: $67
- Tangier food tour with Rababe: $71
- Tangier food tour : $71
- Tangier Food Tour with a certified guide!: $71
- Morocco Food Cooking Class and Tangier City Tour: $71
- Moroccan 3-in-1 Cooking Experience: $75
- Moroccan 3 in 1 Cooking Experience: $76
- The Food tour of Tangier: $76
- Inclusive Beach Camel Ride, Cap Spartel, Hercules & Full Dinner: $80
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dakar $13Tangier $20
Tours and Activities in Dakar
Here are a few actual costs in Dakar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Mamelles Lighthouse and Ngor Island (Walking Tour): $130
- 2-day tour Lac rose- desert of Lompoul: $290
- Accro Baobab Adventure Ticket Entry: $38
- Dakar City Tour and Goree Island: $162
- Pink Lake and Turtle Village Half-Day Tour: $200
- Private City Tour: $109
- Private custom tour with a local guide: $30
- Day trip Goree island and Dakar city tour : $159
- From Dakar or Saly: Half-Day Tour to Pink Lake: $137
- From Dakar/Saly: Half-Day Bandia Wildlife Reserve Tour: $246
- Full Day Goree Island And Dakar City Tour(Minimum 2 Participants): $142
- Full Day Private Tour in move, eat, act like a local: $109
Tours and Activities in Tangier
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tangier.
- Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus: $14
- Tangier City Tour Bus Hop On - Hop Off: $14
- From Marrakesh: Discover Essaouira Full-Day Tour: $17
- Tangier Stroll: Public Guided Tour: $17
- Tangier walking tour: $17
- Tangier Private Walking Tour with a Guide: $25
- Tangier Private Walking Tour: $26
- Tangier Guided Walking Experience: $26
- Touristic guide: $28
- Walking Tour Tangier Medina: $31
- 3 Hours Tangier walking Tour in Old Medina,Kasbah & berber market: $31
- Tangier Highlights Tour: Exploring the Cultural Gems: $31
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDakar $8.92Tangier $11
When comparing the travel costs between Dakar and Tangier, we can see that Tangier 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 Tangier Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dakar or Tangier?
Dakar has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Tangier. When comparing the sizes of Dakar and Tangier, 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 Tangier?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Dakar or Tangier in the Summer?
Both Tangier and Dakar during the summer 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 Tangier year-round.
Dakar usually gets more rain in July than Tangier. Dakar gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Tangier, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Dakar. In the summer, Dakar often gets less sunshine than Tangier. Dakar gets 218 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tangier receives 346 hours of full sun.
Dakar is a little warmer than Tangier in the summer. The daily temperature in Dakar averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Tangier fluctuates around 24°C (74°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDakar 28°C (82°F)Tangier 24°C (74°F)
Should I visit Dakar or Tangier in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Dakar and Tangier. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Dakar year-round. Tangier attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Dakar usually receives less rain than Tangier. Dakar gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Tangier this time of the year. In Dakar, it's very sunny this time of the year. Dakar usually receives more sunshine than Tangier during autumn. Dakar gets 260 hours of sunny skies, while Tangier receives 235 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In the autumn, Dakar is a little warmer than Tangier. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Dakar in October average around 28°C (82°F), and Tangier averages at about 20°C (68°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDakar 28°C (82°F)Tangier 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Dakar or Tangier in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Dakar as well as Tangier. Dakar attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Tangier throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Tangier. Dakar usually gets less rain in January than Tangier. Dakar gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Dakar this time of the year. In the winter, Dakar often gets more sunshine than Tangier. Dakar gets 232 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tangier receives 169 hours of full sun.
In January, Dakar is generally much warmer than Tangier. Daily temperatures in Dakar average around 22°C (72°F), and Tangier fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDakar 22°C (72°F)Tangier 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Dakar or Tangier in the Spring?
Both Tangier and Dakar are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Dakar throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Tangier because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Dakar usually receives less rain than Tangier. Dakar gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
It's quite sunny in Tangier. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Dakar. Dakar usually receives more sunshine than Tangier during spring. Dakar gets 275 hours of sunny skies, while Tangier receives 251 hours of full sun in the spring.
Dakar is a little warmer than Tangier in the spring. The daily temperature in Dakar averages around 21°C (70°F) in April, and Tangier fluctuates around 15°C (60°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDakar 21°C (70°F)Tangier 15°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Tangier and Dakar
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Feb | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Mar | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| May | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (79°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Dec | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
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