Which place is cheaper, Chefchaouen 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 Chefchaouen?
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 Chefchaouen can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Dar es Salaam or Chefchaouen?
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.
Chefchaouen
To feel like you've really stepped back in time to the glory days of Morocco, you're going to want to spend time in Chefchaouen. This town's beautiful medina is filled with white washed buildings with blue highlights. The wandering alleyways provide a fairy tale setting where you can relax for a few days. This mountainous region is a humble example of the classic picture of this area. Set against the backdrop of the Rif Mountains, the white and powder blue accented buildings and call to calls to prayer throughout the day let every visitor know they've arrived in a relaxing spot of peace and serenity.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best Budget Tours to Morocco, and The Best Luxury Tours to Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDar es Salaam $460Chefchaouen $57
The average daily cost (per person) in Dar es Salaam is $460, while the average daily cost in Chefchaouen is $57. 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 Chefchaouen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDar es Salaam $434Chefchaouen $24
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDar es Salaam $868Chefchaouen $48
Compare Hotels in Dar es Salaam and Chefchaouen
Looking for a hotel in Dar es Salaam or Chefchaouen? 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 Chefchaouen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dar es Salaam $13Chefchaouen $15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dar es Salaam
Also for Dar es Salaam, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from dar es salaam to morogoro: $203
- Transfer/Airport pick up and drop off: $192
- Dar es salaam-Morogoro-Dar es salaam transfer with comfortable car: $192
- Dar Es Salaam City Tour. All Must See Things (private Guide And Transfer) 9 Hrs : $190
- 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
- Ferry Tickets to Zanzibar with Transfers.: $120
- Luxury Coach - Dar Es Salaam Airport Transfer to the City Centre/Out ( 22 max): $113
- Sunset Cruise - Magic of Zanzibar Sunset With Transfer - Zanzibar: $100
- Airport Transfers To/from Dar Es Salaam City Center Or To/from Your Hotel: $85
- Dar es Salaam Airport Transfer: $75
- Private Transfer from Dar El Salaam to Julius Nyerere Airport (DAR): $73
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Chefchaouen
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Chefchaouen:
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Taxi Ride$1.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Chefchaouen
Also for Chefchaouen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer Private From Chefchaouen To Merrakash: $296
- One-Way Transfer from Tangier to Fez via chefchaouen : $295
- Private Transfer from Chefchaouen to Fes (FES) Airport: $290
- Private Transfer From Chefchaouen to Rabat : $283
- Chefchaouen to Fes: Private Transfer (English Speaking Driver): $244
- Private Transfer from Chefchaouen to Tanger-Ibn Batouta (TNG) Airport: $216
- Transfer from Fez to Chefchaouen go and back (Both ways): $196
- Transfer to/from Tangier and Chefchaouen: $191
- Transfer Private From Chefchaouen To Casablanca: $190
- Fes: Transfer to Tangier via Chefchaouen: $185
- Transfer Private From Chefchaouen To Airport Casablanca: $182
- Chefchaouen to Fes Private Transfer - Luxury Car - or Fez to Chefchaouen: $174
Is it cheaper to fly into Dar es Salaam or Chefchaouen?
Prices for flights to both Chefchaouen 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 $18Chefchaouen $18
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 Chefchaouen
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Chefchaouen:
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Lunch for Two$8.97
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Dinner for Two$9.97
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Cupcake$0.30
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Nutella and Yogurt$1.99
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Chefchaouen
For Chefchaouen, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Funny Family Cooking Class in Blue City: $28
- Cooking Class in Mountain From Chefchaouen: $44
- Vegetarian food Cooking Class in Chefchaouen: $44
- 3-Hour Cooking Class overlooking the Blue City: $55
- 4 hours Private Cooking Class With Family in Chefchaouen: $60
- Chefchaouen Cooking Class : $65
- Chefchaouen Food Tour: $65
- Chefchaouen Food Tour: $68
- Guided Food Tour with over 6 Tasting Stops: $69
- Discovery more Chefchaouen evening food tour with locals: $70
- Make Your Own Tajine and Pastilla Cooking Class: $76
- Chefchaouen Traditional Cooking Class: $80
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dar es Salaam -Chefchaouen $17
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 City Tour (Full Day With Private Guide And Car): $150
- 3-Day Mikumi Safari Adventure: $636
- 4-Day Gombe Chimpanzee Trekking tour.: $1,600
- Bagamoyo Heritage Adventure: Private Full-Day Cultural Tour: $248
- Bagamoyo Historical Tour - Everyday: $199
- Bagamoyo Historical Tour - Everyday: $187
- Bird Watching Tour to Tegetero Forest 2days 1 night: $205
- City Tour in Dar es salaam, Tanzania: $140
- Dar Es Salaam City Tour: $150
- Dar Es Salaam City Tour. All Must See Things (Private Guide and car) Full day: $220
- Dar Es Salaam Day Trip Tour: $388
- Dar Es Salaam:Shore Excursion Tour And Street Food Tasting.: $46
Tours and Activities in Chefchaouen
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Chefchaouen.
- 2 Hours Private Chefchaouen Walking Tour: $40
- Walking Tour in Chefchaouen: $14
- 2 days Guided tour Rabat and Chechouen from Casablanca: $391
- 3-Hour Private Legacy Tour in Chefchaouen: $35
- 9-day/8 nights Tour from Casablanca, Chefchaouen, Marrakech: $1,391
- Akchour waterfalls tours : $87
- Best Experience Fes to Chefchaouen Day Tour multi languages: $34
- Bleu city walking Tasting Tour : $60
- Chefchaouen : Traditional Hammam Experience As A Local: $75
- Chefchaouen Day Tour: $51
- Chefchaouen Photography tour: $46
- Chefchaouen Tour with Aman: $20
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDar es Salaam $7.66Chefchaouen $14
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dar es Salaam and Chefchaouen, we can see that Dar es Salaam is more expensive. And not only is Chefchaouen much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Chefchaouen would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Chefchaouen 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 Chefchaouen.
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 Chefchaouen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dar es Salaam or Chefchaouen?
Dar es Salaam has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Chefchaouen. When comparing the sizes of Dar es Salaam and Chefchaouen, 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 Chefchaouen?
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 Dar es Salaam or Chefchaouen in the Summer?
Both Chefchaouen and Dar es Salaam are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Dar es Salaam throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Chefchaouen because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In July, Dar es Salaam usually receives more rain than Chefchaouen. Dar es Salaam gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 1 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the summer.
It's quite sunny in Chefchaouen. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Dar es Salaam. Dar es Salaam usually receives less sunshine than Chefchaouen during summer. Dar es Salaam gets 224 hours of sunny skies, while Chefchaouen receives 346 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Dar es Salaam is generally around the same temperature as Chefchaouen. Daily temperatures in Dar es Salaam average around 25°C (77°F), and Chefchaouen fluctuates around 24°C (74°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDar es Salaam 25°C (77°F)Chefchaouen 24°C (74°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Chefchaouen in the Autumn?
Both Chefchaouen and Dar es Salaam during the autumn 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 Chefchaouen year-round.
Dar es Salaam usually gets more rain in October than Chefchaouen. Dar es Salaam gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Chefchaouen, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Dar es Salaam. In the autumn, Dar es Salaam often gets more sunshine than Chefchaouen. Dar es Salaam gets 275 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Chefchaouen receives 235 hours of full sun.
Dar es Salaam is a little warmer than Chefchaouen in the autumn. The daily temperature in Dar es Salaam averages around 25°C (78°F) in October, and Chefchaouen fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDar es Salaam 25°C (78°F)Chefchaouen 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Chefchaouen in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Dar es Salaam and Chefchaouen. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Dar es Salaam year-round. Chefchaouen attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Chefchaouen receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Dar es Salaam usually receives less rain than Chefchaouen. Dar es Salaam gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
In Dar es Salaam, it's very sunny this time of the year. Dar es Salaam usually receives more sunshine than Chefchaouen during winter. Dar es Salaam gets 236 hours of sunny skies, while Chefchaouen receives 169 hours of full sun in the winter.
In the winter, Dar es Salaam is much warmer than Chefchaouen. Typically, the winter temperatures in Dar es Salaam in January average around 28°C (82°F), and Chefchaouen averages at about 13°C (55°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDar es Salaam 28°C (82°F)Chefchaouen 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Chefchaouen in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Dar es Salaam as well as Chefchaouen. Dar es Salaam attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Chefchaouen throughout the year.
Dar es Salaam receives a lot of rain in the spring. Dar es Salaam usually gets more rain in April than Chefchaouen. Dar es Salaam gets 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Chefchaouen. In the spring, Dar es Salaam often gets less sunshine than Chefchaouen. Dar es Salaam gets 155 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Chefchaouen receives 251 hours of full sun.
In April, Dar es Salaam is generally much warmer than Chefchaouen. Daily temperatures in Dar es Salaam average around 27°C (81°F), and Chefchaouen fluctuates around 15°C (60°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDar es Salaam 27°C (81°F)Chefchaouen 15°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Chefchaouen 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) | 13°C (55°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (83°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 269 mm (10.6 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| May | 26°C (78°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (76°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (76°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (78°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (80°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
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