Which place is cheaper, Bath 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 Bath?
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 Bath can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Dar es Salaam or Bath?
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.
Bath
Bath is most famous as a historic spa city, and as such, it has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is only 100 miles west of London and it is a wonderful, historic city with excellent architecture and great hot springs. It's a popular travel destination for international visitors and Brits alike. It is charmingly positioned in the rolling hills of the Somerset countryside just south of the Cotswolds. The city itself has a population of about 80,000 and gives you a sampling of attractions including a range of restaurants, theaters, pubs, and museums.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Edinburgh, and The Best 10-Day Tours from London.
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Dar es Salaam Prices
Tanzania PricesBath Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDar es Salaam $462Bath $228
The average daily cost (per person) in Dar es Salaam is $462, while the average daily cost in Bath is $228. 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 Bath in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDar es Salaam $424Bath $105
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDar es Salaam $848Bath $210
Compare Hotels in Dar es Salaam and Bath
Looking for a hotel in Dar es Salaam or Bath? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dar es Salaam $13Bath $35
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: $10
- Transfer/Airport pick up and drop off: $192
- Transfer from dar es salaam to morogoro: $203
- Private VIP Ferry Tickets to Zanzibar with two way transfers: $248
- Private Airport Transfers in Dar: $60
- Julius Nyerere Airport (DAR) Private Transfer to Dar es Salaam: $50
- Ferry Tickets to Zanzibar with Transfers.: $120
- Dar es salaam Airport Transfer (Private & Group): $60
- Half-Day City Tour with Transfers: $59
- Dar es Salaam Airport Transfers Comfortable Ride to Your Hotel: $60
- Dar Es Salaam Transfer from Airport Hotel Ferry or Train: $55
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bath
Also for Bath, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- LHR to Bath Executive SUV Transfer: $794
- Private Transfer: From Bath to London Heathrow Airport.: $212
- "Private Transfer: London Heathrow Airport to Bath".: $210
- Bus Transfer to/from Bristol Airport: $25
Is it cheaper to fly into Dar es Salaam or Bath?
Prices for flights to both Bath 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 $31Bath $99
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 Old Town Walking and Food Tour With Transfers: $70
- Market Tour & Cooking Class in Morogoro including Hotel Transfers: $98
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dar es Salaam -Bath $22
Tours and Activities in Dar es Salaam
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Dar es Salaam.
- Bagamoyo Full-Day Tour: Historic Slave Market & Kaole Ruins: $280
- Bagamoyo Historical Tour - Everyday: $199
- Bagamoyo Tour: $120
- Dar Es Salaam City Tour (Full Day With Private Guide And Car): $160
- Dar Es Salaam City tour: $160
- Dar Es Salaam Local Markets and Village-National Museum Day tour: $150
- Dar es Salaam City Tour - Everyday: $97
- Dar es Salaam City Tour - Visit all attractive places: $130
- Dar es Salaam City Tour Full Day Adventure with Lunch: $180
- Dar es Salaam City Tour: Experience & Insights Tanzanian culture: $36
- Dar es Salaam City Walking tour - Explore the Life of the Local People!: $100
- Dar es Salaam City tour and Beach Leisure - 9 hours: $250
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bath
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Bath's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Thermal Bath Spa$46
Tours and Activities in Bath
For Bath, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Hour Historic Walking Tour in Bath with An App: $9.99
- 30 Minutes Scenic Bath in Pulteney Weir Cruise on the River Avon: $26
- A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Wells' Cloisters and Cathedrals: $6.99
- Bad of Bath fun Walking Tour of Bath: $30
- Bath 'City' Cycle Tour: $53
- Bath & Oxford Day Trip from London - Self-Guided Audio Tours: $20
- Bath : 2 Hour Historic Walking Tour With An App: $9.99
- Bath Bridgerton walking tour of filming location with Mobile App: $7.99
- Bath Bridgeton Shoot Locations Walking Tour with an APP: $9.99
- Bath Ghost Tour: Scented Stories, Dark Humour & Haunted History: $27
- Bath Iconic Landmarks and Hidden Gems Self Guided Walking Tour: $6.70
- Bath Private Guided Walking Tour: $291
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDar es Salaam $7.48Bath $18
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dar es Salaam and Bath, we can see that Dar es Salaam is more expensive. And not only is Bath much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dar es Salaam is in Africa and Bath is in Europe, 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 Bath would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bath 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 Bath.
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 Bath Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dar es Salaam or Bath?
Dar es Salaam has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Bath. When comparing the sizes of Dar es Salaam and Bath, 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.