Which place is cheaper, Denver 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 Denver?
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 Denver can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Dar es Salaam or Denver?
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.
Denver
The capital of Colorado, Denver is commonly referred to as "The Mile-High City" because it is at an elevation of 5,280 feet (1,600 meters) above sea level. It also sits where the Great Plains meet the Rocky Mountains, giving a beautiful backdrop for this metropolitan city. The city is the largest in the Rocky Mountains with a population of more than 600,000 and nearly 3 million in the metropolitan area. Denver is a cosmopolitan city with cowboy roots. It's cultural scene is thriving, and the outdoor recreation in the area is superb. Denver is a rapidly growing city but with change comes challenges. Urban sprawl is a problem and the city's infrastructure has reached its limits. Still, efforts are in place to maintain the character and personality that Denver is known for.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best Polar Tours & Cruises in United States of America, and The Best Walking Tours in United States of America.
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Dar es Salaam Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDar es Salaam $462Denver $272
The average daily cost (per person) in Dar es Salaam is $462, while the average daily cost in Denver is $272. 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 Denver in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDar es Salaam $424Denver $102
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDar es Salaam $848Denver $204
Compare Hotels in Dar es Salaam and Denver
Looking for a hotel in Dar es Salaam or Denver? 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 Denver Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dar es Salaam $13Denver $94
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
- Julius Nyerere Airport (DAR) Private Transfer to Dar es Salaam: $50
- Dar Es Salaam Transfer from Airport Hotel Ferry or Train: $55
- Half-Day City Tour with Transfers: $59
- Dar es Salaam Airport Transfers Comfortable Ride to Your Hotel: $60
- Private Airport Transfers in Dar: $60
- Dar es salaam Airport Transfer (Private & Group): $60
- Private Transfer from Dar El Salaam to Julius Nyerere Airport (DAR): $104
- Ferry Tickets to Zanzibar with Transfers.: $120
- Private Layover Tour with Airport Transfer: $120
- Transfer from dar es salaam to morogoro: $203
- Private VIP Ferry Tickets to Zanzibar with two way transfers: $252
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Denver
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Denver:
- Denver Airport to Vail Transfer Group in Sprinter Van 6-14: $1,200
- Denver Airport (DEN) to Keystone resort - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $280
- Limo Service from Denver Metro to Denver Airport Transfers: $250
- Denver Airport (DEN) to Denver hotel or address - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $238
- Arrival Transfer Denver Airport DEN to Denver City: $210
- Private One-way Transfer from Denver Airport to Denver: $185
- Private One-way Transfer from Denver to Denver Airport: $185
- Arrival Private Transfer: Denver Airport DEN to Denver in Luxury Van: $145
- Departure Private Transfer: Denver to Denver Airport DEN in Luxury SUV: $145
- Private Transfer from Denver to Denver Airport DEN in Luxury Van: $145
- Private Transfer from Denver Airport DEN to Denver in Luxury Van: $145
- Private City Tour in Denver with Transfer: $140
Is it cheaper to fly into Dar es Salaam or Denver?
Prices for flights to both Denver 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 $31Denver $85
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
Typical Food Prices in Denver
Some typical examples of dining costs in Denver are as follows:
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Sushi Dinner (for 2)$61
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Denver
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Denver.
- Morning Downtown 16th St. Food Tour with Local Guide: $69
- RiNo Arts District Walking Food Tour: $79
- Downtown Denver Food Tour: $85
- Denver RiNo Arts District Food Tour: $85
- The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show - Denver, CO: $89
- Denver Food Tour with Tastings in Historic Lower Downtown: $110
- Taste of the City Food Tour by Bike: $125
- Downtown Dinner Food and Drink Tour: $135
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dar es Salaam -Denver $47
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 Architectural Guided Walking Tour and History: $22
- Dar es Salaam City Tour: Experience & Insights Tanzanian culture: $38
- Nightlife and Local Food Experience in Dar es Salaam: $65
- Beach Day Tour with Resort Access: $65
- Private Mbudya Island Retreat Adventure from Dar Es Salaam: $82
- Private Tour to Jozani Forest Reserve Half-Day Guided Tour from Zanzibar: $90
- Dar es Salaam City Tour - Everyday: $97
- Full Day Private Tour in Dar es Salaam City: $104
- 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
Tours and Activities in Denver
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Denver are as follows:
- 2 Hour LoDo Historic Walking Tour in Denver: $26
- 3 Hour Whiskey and History Tour: $55
- Best of Denver Bus Tour: Highlights, Views & Local Favorites: $39
- Best of Denver Walking Tour: $27
- Best of Denver Walking Tour: $27
- Bird Watching Walking Tour: $39
- Breckenridge Ultimate Full Day Mountain Tour from Denver: $139
- Cheesman Park Ghost Tour: $28
- Clyfford Still Museum Admission Ticket Denver Colorado: $18
- Colorado Rockies Baseball Game Rooftop Experience Ticket: $15
- Colorado Springs: Garden of the Gods & Pikes Peak Tour: $985
- Denver After Dark Adults Only Walking Ghost Tour: $35
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDar es Salaam $7.48Denver $5.31
Sample the Local Flavors in Denver
Also in Denver, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Astonishing Denver Bar Crawl: Eat Denver Dining Deck Hunt!: $12
- California Vs. Colorado Wine Tasting: $30
- Spirits & Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl: $30
- Denver Haunted Pub Crawl Spirits and Stories in LoDo: $35
- Denver Street Art, Murals & Graffiti Tour + Brewery Visit: $35
- Denver Street Art & Murals Tour + Brewery Visit/Beer Tasting: $39
- Spirits and Spirits Bar Crawl: $45
- Downtown Denver Pub Crawl - Food & Drinks Included!: $50
- Neighborhood Bar Crawl in RiNo Arts District (Denver): $50
- Make Your Own Candle at a Local Brewery in Denver: $55
- Guided Wine Tasting Experience: $55
- Vintner's Personalized Wine Tasting Experience: $60
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dar es Salaam and Denver, we can see that Dar es Salaam is more expensive. And not only is Denver much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dar es Salaam is in Africa and Denver is in North America, 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 Denver would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Denver 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 Denver.
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 Denver Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dar es Salaam or Denver?
Dar es Salaam has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Denver. When comparing the sizes of Dar es Salaam and Denver, 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.