Which place is cheaper, Perth 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 Perth?
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 Perth can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Dar es Salaam or Perth?
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.
Perth
Capital of Western Australia, Perth is a city that sits where the Swan River meets the sea, and given its ocean side location there is plenty to see and do on the water and beyond. Spend a day on Perth's sandy beaches or get lost in its parks and gardens, sail down the river or enjoy the city's history and culture visiting museums and historic sites, shopping, dining, and much more.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best Budget Tours to Australia, and The Best Luxury Tours to Australia.
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Dar es Salaam Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDar es Salaam $463Perth $168
The average daily cost (per person) in Dar es Salaam is $463, while the average daily cost in Perth is $168. 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 Perth in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDar es Salaam $424Perth $80
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDar es Salaam $848Perth $160
Compare Hotels in Dar es Salaam and Perth
Looking for a hotel in Dar es Salaam or Perth? 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 Perth Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dar es Salaam $13Perth $27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dar es Salaam
Also for Dar es Salaam, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private VIP Ferry Tickets to Zanzibar with two way transfers: $250
- Transfer/Airport pick up and drop off: $192
- Ferry Tickets to Zanzibar with Transfers.: $120
- Private Layover Tour with Airport Transfer: $118
- Dar es Salaam Airport Transfers Comfortable Ride to Your Hotel: $60
- Private Airport Transfers in Dar: $60
- Half-Day City Tour with Transfers: $59
- Dar Es Salaam Transfer from Airport Hotel Ferry or Train: $55
- Private Transfer from Dar El Salaam to Julius Nyerere Airport (DAR): $50
- Zanzibar Airport Shared Taxi Transfer to Any Hotel: $35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Perth
Also for Perth, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Boshack Day Tour with Transfers: $268
- Rottnest Island Transfer Flights - by Plane: $249
- Rottnest Island Flight Transfer with Return Ferry: $222
- Perth Airport (PER) to Perth city - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $169
- One Way Flight Transfer to or from Rottnest Island: $165
- Airport Arrival Transfer in Perth: $117
- Departure Private Transfer: Perth City to Perth Airport PER in Luxury Van: $108
- Private Luxury Transfer from Perth CBD to Perth Airport: $96
- Perth city to Perth Airport (PER) - Departure Private Transfer: $85
- Departure Transfer: Perth to Perth Airport PER by Business Car: $85
- Private Transfer from Perth Airport(PER) to Fremantle Cruise Port: $71
- Private Transfer from Fremantle Cruise Port to Perth Airport(PER): $71
Is it cheaper to fly into Dar es Salaam or Perth?
Prices for flights to both Perth 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 $31Perth $66
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Perth
For Perth, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hands on Cooking Class or Cooking Workshop Experience: $69
- Swan River Dinner Cruise: $99
- Swan River Dinner Cruise: $113
- Perth Wildlife Tour Under the Stars with Dinner: $117
- From Pinnacles Sunset and Stargazing Tour with Dinner: $122
- Pinnacles Sunset Stargazing Dinner Experience Small Group Tour: $141
- Pinnacles Desert Sunset and Stargazing with Dinner: $149
- Pinnacles Desert Sunset Dinner and Stargazing Tour: $156
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dar es Salaam -Perth $15
Tours and Activities in Dar es Salaam
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Dar es Salaam.
- 2 Days 1 Night Bagamoyo Historical Tour: $300
- 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): $250
- Dar Es Salaam Local Markets and Village-National Museum Day tour: $150
- Dar es Salaam Architectural Guided Walking Tour and History: $22
- Dar es Salaam City Tour & 360 Degree Revolving Dining Experience: $99
- Dar es Salaam City Tour - Everyday: $97
- Dar es Salaam City Tour - Visit all attractive places: $130
- Dar es Salaam City Tour: Experience & Insights Tanzanian culture: $40
- Dar es Salaam City Walking tour - Explore the Life of the Local People!: $100
Tours and Activities in Perth
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Perth.
- 1 Hour Quad Bike Tours, only 30 minutes from Perth: $98
- 2 Hour Whale-Watching Cruise from Hillarys Boat Harbour: $55
- 2 hour whale watching experience departing Hillarys Boat Harbour: $55
- Adventure Rottnest Tour with Ferry & Adventure Cruise: $116
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $107
- Bickley Valley Wine, Cider & Gin Tour - Premium Small Group Tour: $156
- Boom-and-Bust: self-guided historical walking tour of Perth: $18
- Canning River Half-Day Kayak Wildlife Tour: $52
- City Tour Perth and Fremantle and Swan River: $142
- City of Perth Tour: $132
- Cliffs and Caves Kayak Tour in Swan River: $70
- Discover Perth Walking Tour: History, Art, Local Insights + More!: $51
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDar es Salaam $7.49Perth $7.96
Sample the Local Flavors in Perth
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Perth:
- Swan Valley Gin Distillery Tasting: $14
- Afternoon Swan Valley Wine Tasting with Transportation: $63
- Swan Valley: Half-Day Wine Tour From Perth: $69
- Swan Valley Half Day Wine Tour from Perth: $78
- Swan Valley Wine Tour - Half Day Afternoon: $78
- Half-Day Swan Valley Wine Tour with Tastings - From Perth: $79
- Swan Valley: Out for the Afternoon Wine Tasting with Lunch: $83
- Swan Valley: Full-Day Wine Tour with Lunch: $99
- Swan River Kayaking Tour with Dining and Wine Tasting: $109
- From Swan Valley Winery & Brewery Day Tour With Lunch: $109
- Bickley Valley Wine Tour with Gourmet Lunch & Ciders: $116
- Swan Valley Boutique Wine Tour: $116
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dar es Salaam and Perth, we can see that Dar es Salaam is more expensive. And not only is Perth much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dar es Salaam is in Africa and Perth 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 Perth would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Perth 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 Perth.
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 Perth Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dar es Salaam or Perth?
Dar es Salaam has a larger population, and is about 87% larger than the population of Perth. When comparing the sizes of Dar es Salaam and Perth, 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 Perth?
Perth has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Dar es Salaam experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Perth in the Summer?
Both Perth 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. Also, the beaches and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Perth this time of year.
Dar es Salaam is around the same temperature as Perth in the summer. The daily temperature in Dar es Salaam averages around 25°C (77°F) in July, and Perth fluctuates around 25°C (76°F)in January.
It's quite sunny in Perth. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Dar es Salaam. Dar es Salaam usually receives less sunshine than Perth during summer. Dar es Salaam gets 224 hours of sunny skies, while Perth receives 331 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Dar es Salaam usually receives more rain than Perthin January. Dar es Salaam gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Perth receives 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryDar es Salaam 25°C (77°F)Perth 25°C (76°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Perth in the Autumn?
Both Perth 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. Furthermore, many travelers come to Perth for the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Dar es Salaam is a little warmer than Perth. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Dar es Salaam in October average around 25°C (78°F), and Perth averages at about 19°C (67°F)in April.
In Perth, 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 Perthin April. Dar es Salaam gets 275 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Perth receives 219 hours of full sun.
Dar es Salaam usually gets more rain in October than Perthin April. Dar es Salaam gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Perth receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilDar es Salaam 25°C (78°F)Perth 19°C (67°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Perth in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Dar es Salaam and Perth. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Dar es Salaam year-round. Furthermore, many visitors come to Perth in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In January, Dar es Salaam is generally much warmer than Perthin July. Daily temperatures in Dar es Salaam average around 28°C (82°F), and Perth fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
In Dar es Salaam, it's very sunny this time of the year. Dar es Salaam usually receives more sunshine than Perth during winter. Dar es Salaam gets 236 hours of sunny skies, while Perth receives 166 hours of full sun in the winter.
Perth receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Dar es Salaam usually receives less rain than Perthin July. Dar es Salaam gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Perth receives 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyDar es Salaam 28°C (82°F)Perth 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Perth in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Dar es Salaam as well as Perth. Dar es Salaam attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, most visitors come to Perth for the beaches during these months.
Dar es Salaam is much warmer than Perth in the spring. The daily temperature in Dar es Salaam averages around 27°C (81°F) in April, and Perth fluctuates around 17°C (62°F)in October.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Perth. In the spring, Dar es Salaam often gets less sunshine than Perthin October. Dar es Salaam gets 155 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Perth receives 273 hours of full sun.
Dar es Salaam receives a lot of rain in the spring. Dar es Salaam usually gets more rain in April than Perthin October. Dar es Salaam gets 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain, while Perth receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberDar es Salaam 27°C (81°F)Perth 17°C (62°F)
Typical Weather for Perth 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) | 25°C (76°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (83°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 269 mm (10.6 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 26°C (78°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (76°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 201 mm (7.9 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (76°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (78°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (80°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) |
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