Which place is cheaper, Nadi (Port Denarau) 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 Nadi (Port Denarau)?
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 Nadi (Port Denarau) can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Dar es Salaam or Nadi (Port Denarau)?
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.
Nadi (Port Denarau)
Nadi, pronounced "Nandi", is a city and transportation hub in the Fijian islands. It is on one of the main islands, Viti Levu, and has a population of about 42,000. Many inhabitants are Indian as well as Fijian, and the largest temple in the Southern hemisphere is located in the city center. It must be noted that Nadi and surrounding areas aren't known for the beaches. This is more of a cultural destination or starting point for your trip to Fiji. For the best beaches, you will want to venture out to the other, smaller, islands.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Safaris in Tanzania, and The Best Safaris in Tanzania.
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Dar es Salaam Prices
Tanzania PricesNadi (Port Denarau) Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDar es Salaam $462Nadi (Port Denarau) $201
The average daily cost (per person) in Dar es Salaam is $462, while the average daily cost in Nadi (Port Denarau) is $201. 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 Nadi (Port Denarau) in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDar es Salaam $424Nadi (Port Denarau) $108
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDar es Salaam $848Nadi (Port Denarau) $216
Compare Hotels in Dar es Salaam and Nadi (Port Denarau)
Looking for a hotel in Dar es Salaam or Nadi (Port Denarau)? 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 Nadi (Port Denarau) Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dar es Salaam $13Nadi (Port Denarau) $8.93
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
- Half-Day City Tour with Transfers: $59
- Dar es Salaam Airport Transfers Comfortable Ride to Your Hotel: $60
- Dar es salaam Airport Transfer (Private & Group): $60
- Airport Transfers To/from Dar Es Salaam City Center Or To/from Your Hotel: $85
- Private Transfer from Dar El Salaam to Julius Nyerere Airport (DAR): $105
- 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: $250
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nadi (Port Denarau)
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nadi (Port Denarau):
- Zip line ex Intercontinental Fiji with return private transfers: $213
- Zip line Fiji ex Fiji Marriot w/private return transfer: $186
- Outrigger Resort to Nadi Airport - Private vehicle transfer 1 - 3 Pax: $155
- Private Transfer: Nadi Airport to Pacific Harbour - 1 to 4 Seat Vehicle: $132
- Treetops Fiji Zipline Tour with Drop off Transfer to Nadi Airport: $130
- CFC APPROVED Private Arrival Transfer - Nadi Airport to Volivoli or Wananavu Rst: $130
- Private vehicle transfer Fiji Marriot Momi Bay to Nadi Airport: $119
- 100% CFC APPROVED PRIVATE Transfer - Denarau to Nadi & Coral Coast Hotels: $114
- Fiji Cultural Full Day Island Cruise With Lunch & Transfers: $114
- Shared transfer- Nadi Airport to Denarau island Fiji: $93
- Private Transfer:Nadi Airport to Fiji Marriott Momi Bay: $70
- CFC APPROVED Private Roundtrip Transfer -Nadi Airport to All Maui Bay Properties: $68
Is it cheaper to fly into Dar es Salaam or Nadi (Port Denarau)?
Prices for flights to both Nadi (Port Denarau) 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 $31Nadi (Port Denarau) $70
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dar es Salaam -Nadi (Port Denarau) $33
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: Experience & Insights Tanzanian culture: $37
- Visit Sinda island with Samrun Marine Tours: $50
- Beach Day Tour with Resort Access: $65
- Nightlife and Local Food Experience in Dar es Salaam: $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
- 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
Tours and Activities in Nadi (Port Denarau)
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nadi (Port Denarau) are as follows:
- "Coral Coast Adventure: Pottery, Kava, Meke, Dunes & Temple'': $121
- "Half Day Nadi Highlights Tour”: $149
- 16 Lines Zipline, Cave and Mud Spa Combo Tour with Lunch in Fiji: $167
- 6 Hours Giant Zipline Adventure Park in Fiji: $93
- Authentic Cultural and Historical Village Tour of Nadi Ex Fiji Marriott Resort: $159
- Biausevu Waterfall Tour (Sigatoka): $102
- Coral Coast Heritage Tour: $180
- Coral Coast Heritage Tour: $101
- Coral Coast Tour Sand Dune to Momi Gunsite History Walk: $200
- Cultural Night Tour: $86
- Day Tour Exploration of Fiji Culture and Nature: $230
- Discover Coral Coast & Natadola Beach Tour: $95
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDar es Salaam $7.48Nadi (Port Denarau) $12
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dar es Salaam and Nadi (Port Denarau), we can see that Dar es Salaam is more expensive. And not only is Nadi (Port Denarau) much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dar es Salaam is in Africa and Nadi (Port Denarau) is in Pacific, 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 Nadi (Port Denarau) would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nadi (Port Denarau) 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 Nadi (Port Denarau).
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 Nadi (Port Denarau) Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dar es Salaam or Nadi (Port Denarau)?
Dar es Salaam has a larger population, and is about 60 times larger than the population of Nadi (Port Denarau). When comparing the sizes of Dar es Salaam and Nadi (Port Denarau), 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.