Which place is cheaper, Agadir or Dar es Salaam?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Dar es Salaam or Agadir?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Dar es Salaam and Agadir can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Dar es Salaam or Agadir?
Dar es Salaam
Having grown from a fishing village, Dar es Salaam is now a major city and commercial port on Tanzania's Indian Ocean coast. While it is mainly used as a stopping point on the way to Zanzibar, it has a few unique treasures of its own such as the Kariakoo Market, National Museum, and the open-air Village Museum.
Agadir
Agadir is a city with a long and tragic past. In 1960 the city suffered from an earthquake, destroying the city including the ancient Kasbah. Approximately 15,000 people were killed, 12,000 were injured and around 35,000 people were left homeless. They began rebuilding the city center on a grid system, making it easy for today's visitors to navigate and get around this city. The new city is full of boulevards with cafes and a mix of 1960s and classic Moroccan architecture. Today, the city is still growing and welcomes European vacationers to its resort destinations. Visitors appreciate the clean beaches, outstanding golf courses and luxurious health and beauty spas.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best Safaris in Tanzania, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Morocco, and The Best Adventure Tours to Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDar es Salaam $460Agadir $59
The average daily cost (per person) in Dar es Salaam is $460, while the average daily cost in Agadir is $59. 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 Dar es Salaam and Agadir in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDar es Salaam $434Agadir $41
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDar es Salaam $868Agadir $82
Compare Hotels in Dar es Salaam and Agadir
Looking for a hotel in Dar es Salaam or Agadir? 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: Dar es Salaam Hotel Prices and Agadir Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dar es Salaam $13Agadir $4.19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dar es Salaam
Also for Dar es Salaam, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer from JNIA Airport to Hotels in Dar essalaam: $55
- Private Transfer from Dar El Salaam to Julius Nyerere Airport (DAR): $73
- Dar es Salaam Airport Transfer: $75
- Airport Transfers To/from Dar Es Salaam City Center Or To/from Your Hotel: $85
- Sunset Cruise - Magic of Zanzibar Sunset With Transfer - Zanzibar: $100
- Luxury Coach - Dar Es Salaam Airport Transfer to the City Centre/Out ( 22 max): $113
- Ferry Tickets to Zanzibar with Transfers.: $120
- Private Transfer from Dar es Salaam Airport DAR to Dar es Salaam by Luxury Car: $167
- Private Transfer from Dar es Salaam to Dar es Salaam Airport by luxury car: $167
- Dar Es Salaam City Tour. All Must See Things (private Guide And Transfer) 9 Hrs : $190
- Transfer/Airport pick up and drop off: $192
- Dar es salaam-Morogoro-Dar es salaam transfer with comfortable car: $192
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Agadir
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Agadir:
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CTM bus from Eassaouira to Agadir$13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Agadir
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Agadir:
- From 2-Day El Borj Desert Tour with Transfer & Meals: $412
- Transfer Agadir to Casablanca: $284
- Private Transfer from Taroudant to Marrakesh Menara (RAK) Airport: $255
- Transfer Agadir to El Jadida: $247
- Private Transfer from Agadir to Marrakesh Menara (RAK) Airport: $219
- Privatr Transfer Marrakech - Agadir Taghazout: $202
- Transfer from Agadir to Mirleft: $170
- Agadir private transfer from Agadir airport (AGA) to Marrakech: $164
- Airport Transfer from Agadir to Casablanca : $146
- Agadir private transfer from Agadir airport (AGA) to Imsouane: $144
- Private V.i.p Transfert From Agadir To Marrakesh Or From Marrakesh To Agadir : $131
- From Legzira Beach and Tiznit Tour with Transfer: $128
Is it cheaper to fly into Dar es Salaam or Agadir?
Prices for flights to both Agadir and Dar es Salaam 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 dayDar es Salaam $18Agadir $13
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dar es Salaam
For Dar es Salaam, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Private Swahili Cooking Class: $115
- Swahili food Cooking Experience: $150
Typical Food Prices in Agadir
Some typical examples of dining costs in Agadir are as follows:
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Dinner$23
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Dinner$7.48
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Agadir
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Agadir.
- Camel Ride With Tea & BBQ Dinner Option: $17
- From Sunset Camel Ride w/ Transfers, Optional Dinner: $17
- Flamingo River Camel Ride with Optional BBQ Dinner: $18
- Agadir Camel Ride Flamingo River & BBQ Dinner: $19
- Camel Ride Tour with Tea and Dinner Option: $20
- Camel Ride With Tea & BBQ Dinner Option: $21
- From Agadir or Taghazout: Camel Ride BBQ Lunch or Dinner: $28
- From Sunset Camel Ride with BBQ Dinner and Transfer: $29
- Agadir Camel Trek Sunset Tour with Dinner Barbecue: $31
- Sunset Camel Safari with Moroccan Dinner & BBQ: $32
- Agadir Camel Riding +Sunset and Dinner( barbecue): $33
- Sunset Horse Ride With Dinner: $36
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dar es Salaam -Agadir $3.20
Tours and Activities in Dar es Salaam
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Dar es Salaam.
- Private Insightful City Tour of Dar es Salaam: $25
- WOW AFRICA TANZANIA EAST AFRICA TOUR.: $35
- City Walking Tour And Street Food Tasting.: $41
- City Historical Walking Tour And Street Food.: $41
- Guided Dar es salaam walking tours: $43
- Dar Es Salaam:Shore Excursion Tour And Street Food Tasting.: $46
- Dar es salaam Reality Tour: $51
- Dar es salaam City Tour & Storytelling: $72
- Spice tour & Stone Town Zanzibar secrets with Lunch - Zanzibar: $75
- City Tour: $77
- Dar es salaam full City tour , unforgettable memory: $77
- Tanzania Private Swahili culture experience: $80
Typical Entertainment Prices in Agadir
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Agadir are as follows:
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Show Tickets$2.24
Tours and Activities in Agadir
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Agadir are as follows:
- 1 Day tour in Essaouira from agadir & taghazoute bay ressorts: $38
- Agadir city Tour with big Souk Elhad: $37
- Day tours to Mini Sahara Desert + Massa Tiznit: $71
- 2 Day Tour to El Borj Desert from Agadir : $176
- 2 Days 1 Night Tour in Tafraoute and Canyon of Ait Mansour: $273
- 2 Hour Private Massage and Hammam Experience: $44
- 2 Hours Agadir Camel Riding Tour: $22
- 2 activity in some day in agadir camel Ride & city tour agadir : $49
- 2-Hour Sunset Camel Ride Adventure in Agadir Beach: $45
- 3 in 1 = city tour half day + camel ride 2hours + hammam massage 2hours: $90
- 4 Days Private Tour from Agadir to Marrakech in luxury Camp: $1,176
- 4 Excursions In 1 Pack = City tour + Quads + Hammam-massage + Paradise Valley: $120
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDar es Salaam $7.66Agadir -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dar es Salaam and Agadir, we can see that Dar es Salaam is more expensive. And not only is Agadir much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Agadir would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Agadir 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 Dar es Salaam would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dar es Salaam than you might in Agadir.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dar es Salaam Expensive? and Is Agadir Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dar es Salaam or Agadir?
Dar es Salaam has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Agadir. When comparing the sizes of Dar es Salaam and Agadir, 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 Dar es Salaam or Agadir?
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 Dar es Salaam or Agadir in the Summer?
Both Agadir and Dar es Salaam during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Dar es Salaam because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Agadir year-round.
Dar es Salaam usually gets more rain in July than Agadir. Dar es Salaam gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Agadir receives 0 mm (0 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Agadir, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Dar es Salaam. In the summer, Dar es Salaam often gets less sunshine than Agadir. Dar es Salaam gets 224 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Agadir receives 253 hours of full sun.
In the summer, Dar es Salaam is around the same temperature as Agadir. Typically, the summer temperatures in Dar es Salaam in July average around 25°C (77°F), and Agadir averages at about 26°C (79°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDar es Salaam 25°C (77°F)Agadir 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Agadir in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Dar es Salaam and Agadir. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Dar es Salaam year-round. Agadir attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Dar es Salaam usually receives more rain than Agadir. Dar es Salaam gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Agadir receives 22 mm (0.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Agadir this time of the year. In Dar es Salaam, it's very sunny this time of the year. Dar es Salaam usually receives more sunshine than Agadir during autumn. Dar es Salaam gets 275 hours of sunny skies, while Agadir receives 238 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Dar es Salaam is generally a little warmer than Agadir. Daily temperatures in Dar es Salaam average around 25°C (78°F), and Agadir fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDar es Salaam 25°C (78°F)Agadir 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Agadir in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Dar es Salaam as well as Agadir. Dar es Salaam attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Agadir throughout the year.
Dar es Salaam usually gets more rain in January than Agadir. Dar es Salaam gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Agadir receives 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Agadir. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Dar es Salaam this time of the year. In the winter, Dar es Salaam often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Agadir. Dar es Salaam gets 236 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Agadir receives 223 hours of full sun.
Dar es Salaam is much warmer than Agadir in the winter. The daily temperature in Dar es Salaam averages around 28°C (82°F) in January, and Agadir fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDar es Salaam 28°C (82°F)Agadir 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Agadir in the Spring?
Both Agadir and Dar es Salaam are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Dar es Salaam throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Agadir because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Dar es Salaam. In April, Dar es Salaam usually receives more rain than Agadir. Dar es Salaam gets 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain, while Agadir receives 13 mm (0.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
It's quite sunny in Agadir. Dar es Salaam usually receives less sunshine than Agadir during spring. Dar es Salaam gets 155 hours of sunny skies, while Agadir receives 273 hours of full sun in the spring.
In the spring, Dar es Salaam is a little warmer than Agadir. Typically, the spring temperatures in Dar es Salaam in April average around 27°C (81°F), and Agadir averages at about 19°C (66°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDar es Salaam 27°C (81°F)Agadir 19°C (66°F)
Typical Weather for Agadir and Dar es Salaam
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 28°C (82°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (83°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 269 mm (10.6 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| May | 26°C (78°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (76°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (76°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (78°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (80°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
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