Which place is cheaper, Nassau 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 Nassau?
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 Nassau can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Dar es Salaam or Nassau?
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.
Nassau
There are few vacation destinations more famous than the Bahamian city of Nassau. This capital city is full of laid back locals, relaxed tourists and the iconic pastel pink government houses.
As the largest city in the Bahamas, Nassau can hold plenty of people. Not only are there hundreds of tourists on any given day, the city is also home to 260,000 people – that is 80 percent of the Bahamas' total population.
Founded around 1650, Nassau's location made it a great spot on the trade route. So great, in fact, that it also became a popular destination for pirates – including the infamous Blackbeard.
Pack light because it's going to be pretty steamy in Nassau. The climate is essentially identical to southern Florida. It is warm and humid all year with the occasional cold snap in the winter.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Bahamas, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Bahamas.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDar es Salaam $462Nassau $227
The average daily cost (per person) in Dar es Salaam is $462, while the average daily cost in Nassau is $227. 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 Nassau in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDar es Salaam $424Nassau $108
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDar es Salaam $848Nassau $216
Compare Hotels in Dar es Salaam and Nassau
Looking for a hotel in Dar es Salaam or Nassau? 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 Nassau Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dar es Salaam $13Nassau $32
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
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Nassau are as follows:
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Water Taxi$8.00
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Taxi to Cable Beach$25
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Taxi from Airport$30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nassau
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nassau:
- Round-Trip Private Transfer: $300
- Round Trip Airport to/from Hotel Private Transfers: $275
- Luxury Airport Transfer in Nassau – VIP Mercedes Sprinter Service: $250
- Private Bahamian Baking Class and Transfers with Chef Gabbi: $210
- Private SUV One way Airport Transfer/Grocery & Liquor stop included: $200
- Airport Transfer: $190
- Private Roundtrip Sedan Airport Transfer to Eastern District: $185
- Private Roundtrip Sedan Airport Transfer to Downtown Nassau: $159
- Private Roundtrip Sedan Airport Transfer to Cable Beach: $159
- Private Roundtrip Sedan Airport Transfer: $159
- Airport Transfers: $140
- Private Airport/Hotels Transfers Nassau Bahamas: $135
Is it cheaper to fly into Dar es Salaam or Nassau?
Prices for flights to both Nassau 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 $31Nassau $91
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nassau
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nassau.
- Conch Salad Cooking Lesson and Tasting in Nassau: $80
- Nassau Sunset Dinner Cruise: $129
- Sunset Dinner Cruise: $129
- Dinner and Dancing: $130
- All Inclusive Sunset Dinner Cruise in Nassau Bahamas: $138
- Experience Breakfast,Lunch or Dinner in the sky of Nassau Bahamas: $176
- NEW! Authentic Bahamian Cooking and Cocktails with Transfers: $179
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dar es Salaam -Nassau $37
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
Typical Entertainment Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Nassau are as follows:
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Jet Ski$50
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4 Hr Kayak Tour$70
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1/2 Day Snorkel Trip$75
Tours and Activities in Nassau
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nassau are as follows:
- 1.5 Hour Bahamas Special City Tour and Nassau City Tour Package: $250
- 3 Islands Tour Swim with Pigs Turtles Snorkeling and Lunch: $175
- 3 Islands Tour, Swim with Pigs, Turtles, Snorkelling & lunch: $175
- 3-Hour ATV Tour of New Providence (Inclusive of water & local deserts): $190
- 4-Island Tour Swimming Pigs, turtles, snorkeling , rose island,: $175
- ATV Guided Historical Site Tours Nassau: $158
- ATV Half Day City Tour in Guided Tour With Free Samples: $200
- ATV Tour of Nassau (Drive Your Own ATV-Driver 21yr+ with license): $119
- Atlantis Bridge Speed Boat Adventure: $90
- Atlantis Speed Boat Tours: $68
- Atv Guided Tours Nassau Bahamas: $250
- Audio Driving Tour Around St. Simons Island: $9.99
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDar es Salaam $7.48Nassau $19
Typical Alcohol Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Nassau are as follows:
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Cocktail$6.50
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dar es Salaam and Nassau, we can see that Dar es Salaam is more expensive. And not only is Nassau much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dar es Salaam is in Africa and Nassau is in Caribbean Islands, 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 Nassau would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nassau 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 Nassau.
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 Nassau Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dar es Salaam or Nassau?
Dar es Salaam has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Nassau. When comparing the sizes of Dar es Salaam and Nassau, 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 Nassau?
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 Nassau in the Summer?
Both Nassau 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 Nassau year-round.
Nassau gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Dar es Salaam usually gets less rain in July than Nassau. Dar es Salaam gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 151 mm (5.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Nassau, 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 Nassau. Dar es Salaam gets 224 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nassau receives 273 hours of full sun.
Dar es Salaam is cooler than Nassau in the summer. The daily temperature in Dar es Salaam averages around 25°C (77°F) in July, and Nassau fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDar es Salaam 25°C (77°F)Nassau 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Nassau in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Dar es Salaam and Nassau. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Dar es Salaam year-round. Nassau attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Nassau receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Dar es Salaam usually receives less rain than Nassau. Dar es Salaam gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 184 mm (7.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Nassau this time of the year. In Dar es Salaam, it's very sunny this time of the year. Dar es Salaam usually receives more sunshine than Nassau during autumn. Dar es Salaam gets 275 hours of sunny skies, while Nassau receives 223 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In the autumn, Dar es Salaam is around the same temperature as Nassau. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Dar es Salaam in October average around 25°C (78°F), and Nassau averages at about 26°C (79°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDar es Salaam 25°C (78°F)Nassau 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Nassau in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Dar es Salaam as well as Nassau. Dar es Salaam attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Nassau throughout the year.
Dar es Salaam usually gets more rain in January than Nassau. Dar es Salaam gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Nassau. 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 around the same amount of sunshine as Nassau. Dar es Salaam gets 236 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nassau receives 220 hours of full sun.
In January, Dar es Salaam is generally a little warmer than Nassau. Daily temperatures in Dar es Salaam average around 28°C (82°F), and Nassau fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDar es Salaam 28°C (82°F)Nassau 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Nassau in the Spring?
Both Nassau 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 Nassau because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Dar es Salaam. In April, Dar es Salaam usually receives more rain than Nassau. Dar es Salaam gets 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
It's quite sunny in Nassau. Dar es Salaam usually receives less sunshine than Nassau during spring. Dar es Salaam gets 155 hours of sunny skies, while Nassau receives 276 hours of full sun in the spring.
Dar es Salaam is a little warmer than Nassau in the spring. The daily temperature in Dar es Salaam averages around 27°C (81°F) in April, and Nassau fluctuates around 23°C (74°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDar es Salaam 27°C (81°F)Nassau 23°C (74°F)
Typical Weather for Nassau 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) | 21°C (70°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (83°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 269 mm (10.6 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| May | 26°C (78°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (76°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 237 mm (9.3 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 211 mm (8.3 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (76°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (78°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 184 mm (7.2 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (80°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
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