Which place is cheaper, Bali or Dar es Salaam?
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 Dar es Salaam or Bali?
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 Bali can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Dar es Salaam or Bali?
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.
Bali
Known as the "Island of the Gods," it's not difficult to see why the Gods would want to set up shop in Bali. With a beautifully diverse landscape of hills, mountains, coastlines, beaches, vibrant rice fields and volcanic hillsides, you'll easily go into sensory overload.
Bali is home to 4 million people who all hold true to a deeply spiritual and unique culture. With champion surfing, world class resorts and challenging hiking trails, this Indonesian island accommodates travelers from every walk of life. It's often called, "paradise on earth, " and no one disagrees.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best Tours for Seniors to Indonesia, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Indonesia.
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Dar es Salaam Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDar es Salaam $458Bali $79
The average daily cost (per person) in Dar es Salaam is $458, while the average daily cost in Bali is $79. 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 Bali in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDar es Salaam $420Bali $37
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDar es Salaam $840Bali $74
Compare Hotels in Dar es Salaam and Bali
Looking for a hotel in Dar es Salaam or Bali? 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 Bali Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dar es Salaam $13Bali $8.13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dar es Salaam
Also for Dar es Salaam, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Zanzibar Airport Shared Taxi Transfer to Any Hotel: $35
- Half-Day City Tour with Transfers: $59
- Dar es Salaam Airport Transfers Comfortable Ride to Your Hotel: $60
- Private Airport Transfers in Dar: $60
- Private Transfer from Dar El Salaam to Julius Nyerere Airport (DAR): $106
- Ferry Tickets to Zanzibar with Transfers.: $120
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bali
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Bali:
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Motorbike Rental$2.79
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bali
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bali:
- Bali Ultimate Watersport Adventure at Tanjung Benoa with Transfer: $125
- Luxury Bali Private Airport Transfer Alphard: $113
- West Beach Nusa Penida Tour with Speedboat Transfer from Sanur: $99
- Bali Parasailing Adventure,Banana Boat,Jet Ski and Donut Boat with Transfers: $82
- Bali Sea Walker, Parasailing, Banana Boat, Jet Ski with Transfer: $77
- Bali Quad and Buggy Discovery Tour, Including Round-Trip Transfer: $76
- Bali Sea Walker,Donut Boat and Banana Boat with Hotel Transfers: $72
- Bali Sea Walker, Parasailing Adventure, Donut Boat with Transfer: $67
- Bali Ultimate Watersport Package and Optional Transfers: $66
- Bali Spa Treatment with Airport Transfers (Departure): $64
- White Water Rafting with transfers & lunch: $61
- Bali Horse Riding Adventure with Hotel Transfer: $60
Is it cheaper to fly into Dar es Salaam or Bali?
Prices for flights to both Bali 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 $30Bali $32
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:
- Dar es Salaam Night Tour with Local Dinner and Private Transfers: $49
- Dar es Salaam Old Town Walking and Food Tour With Transfers: $70
- Market Tour & Cooking Class in Morogoro including Hotel Transfers: $98
Typical Food Prices in Bali
Some typical examples of dining costs in Bali are as follows:
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Coffee$1.12
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Lunch for Two$12
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Bali Cafe for Two$24
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Lunch for Two$7.26
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Lunch for 2$8.04
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Dinner for 2$8.82
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bali
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bali.
- Jimbaran Sunset Beachfront Seafood Dinner for 2: $16
- Bali Sunset and Dinner: Uluwatu, Tanah Lot and Jimbaran: $32
- Amazing Private Tour-Uluwatu Kecak Dance and Romantic Seafood Dinner: $33
- Bali Romantic Seafood Dinner under sunset jimbaran Beach: $36
- Private Tour Uluwatu Sunset Kecak Dance and Dinner at Jimbaran: $41
- Nusa Dua: Bali Cooking Class Spice Herb Garden Visit-Free Pick Up: $45
- Bali Village Sunset Experience – Jamu, Local Sweets & Dinner: $45
- Bali's Best Sunset: Uluwatu Kecak Dance & Dinner Jimbaran Beach: $50
- Nusa Dua Beachfront Bali Cooking Class, Market Tour, Free Pick Up: $53
- Spice Garden, Jamu & Cooking Class in Bali Village: $55
- Kekeb Cooking Class at Nusa Dua: $55
- Uluwatu Temple Sunset Tour & Dinner at Jimbaran Bay: $63
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dar es Salaam -Bali $9.74
Tours and Activities in Dar es Salaam
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Dar es Salaam.
- Dar es Salaam Walking Tour Old Town, History and Hidden Gems: $7.50
- Dar es Salaam City Tour: Experience & Insights Tanzanian culture: $42
- Private Mbudya Island Retreat Adventure from Dar Es Salaam: $84
- Dar es Salaam City Tour - Everyday: $97
- Private Dar es Salaam Experience: Culture & Local Life: $99
- Dar es Salaam City Walking tour - Explore the Life of the Local People!: $100
- Full Day Private Tour in Dar es Salaam City: $104
- Zanzibar Spice Tour: $109
- Stone Town & Spice Tour: $110
- Bagamoyo Tour: $120
- The Best/Top Rated Cultural City Tour in Dar es Salaam: $125
- Dar es Salaam City Tour - Visit all attractive places: $130
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bali
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Bali are as follows:
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Spa for Two$49
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Snorkelling Trip$11
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Cooking School$25
Tours and Activities in Bali
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bali are as follows:
- All-Inclusive Ubud Melukat Tour: Holy Water Cleansing Experience: $58
- 2 Day Tours Ubud Art Village, Dance And Other Tourist Attractions: $186
- 3-Days Lombok,Gili island Tour Hopping around departure from Bali island: $300
- 5 Hours Bali Blue Lagoon Snorkeling Tour Including Tanjung Jepun: $59
- All Inclusive Bali Benoa Watersports and Jet Ski Adventure: $23
- All Inclusive Tour to Tanah Lot Temple and Monkey Forest: $56
- Amazing Experience ATV Quad Bike with Bali Swing: $75
- Amazing Private Tour: Tukad Cepung Waterfall + 5 tourist objects: $63
- Amazing Private Tours: Dolphins Lovina and Gitgit Waterfall include Lunch: $85
- Amazing Rafting adventure on the Telaga Waja white water Bali include breakfast: $51
- BALI INSTAGRAM TOUR: The Most Scenic Spots: $75
- Bali : Batik Workshop & Ubud Experience - Private All Inclusive: $60
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDar es Salaam $7.42Bali $2.88
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dar es Salaam and Bali, we can see that Dar es Salaam is more expensive. And not only is Bali much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dar es Salaam is in Africa and Bali is in Asia, 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 Bali would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bali 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 Bali.
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 Bali Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dar es Salaam or Bali?
Dar es Salaam has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Bali. When comparing the sizes of Dar es Salaam and Bali, 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 Bali?
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 Bali in the Summer?
Both Bali 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 Bali year-round.
April to September is the dry season in Bali. Dar es Salaam usually gets less rain in July than Bali. Dar es Salaam gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Bali receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Bali, 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 Bali. Dar es Salaam gets 224 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bali receives 253 hours of full sun.
In the summer, Dar es Salaam is around the same temperature as Bali. Typically, the summer temperatures in Dar es Salaam in July average around 25°C (77°F), and Bali averages at about 27°C (81°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDar es Salaam 25°C (77°F)Bali 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Bali in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Dar es Salaam and Bali. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Dar es Salaam year-round. Bali attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Also, October to March is the rainy season in Bali. In October, Dar es Salaam usually receives more rain than Bali. Dar es Salaam gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Bali receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Bali this time of the year. In Dar es Salaam, it's very sunny this time of the year. Dar es Salaam usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Bali during autumn. Dar es Salaam gets 275 hours of sunny skies, while Bali receives 266 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Dar es Salaam is generally around the same temperature as Bali. Daily temperatures in Dar es Salaam average around 25°C (78°F), and Bali fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDar es Salaam 25°C (78°F)Bali 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Bali in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Dar es Salaam as well as Bali. Dar es Salaam attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bali throughout the year.
October to March in Bali is the rainy season. Dar es Salaam usually gets less rain in January than Bali. Dar es Salaam gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Bali receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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 more sunshine than Bali. Dar es Salaam gets 236 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bali receives 170 hours of full sun.
Dar es Salaam is around the same temperature as Bali in the winter. The daily temperature in Dar es Salaam averages around 28°C (82°F) in January, and Bali fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDar es Salaam 28°C (82°F)Bali 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Bali in the Spring?
Both Bali 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 Bali because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The dry season in Bali is April to September. It's quite rainy in Dar es Salaam. In April, Dar es Salaam usually receives more rain than Bali. Dar es Salaam gets 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain, while Bali receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
It's quite sunny in Bali. Dar es Salaam usually receives less sunshine than Bali during spring. Dar es Salaam gets 155 hours of sunny skies, while Bali receives 226 hours of full sun in the spring.
In the spring, Dar es Salaam is around the same temperature as Bali. Typically, the spring temperatures in Dar es Salaam in April average around 27°C (81°F), and Bali averages at about 27°C (81°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDar es Salaam 27°C (81°F)Bali 27°C (81°F)
Typical Weather for Bali 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) | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (83°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 269 mm (10.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 26°C (78°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (76°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (76°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (78°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (80°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
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