Which place is cheaper, Tangier 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 Tangier?
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 Tangier can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Dar es Salaam or Tangier?
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.
Tangier
Welcome to the gateway to Africa. Sitting on the coast of the Strait of Gibraltar, Tangier, Morocco has historically served as the meeting point of the Mediterranean and Africa.
After World War II, this city became a destination for eccentric foreigners, artists, spies and hippies. After that, the city was neglected and gained a horrible reputation for the hustlers cheating visitors left and right.
In 1999 Morocco saw the beginning of a new monarch who was more progressive with his vision for tourism. This message lit a fire under Tangier, helping the people see the amazing potential in their great city. They built a new port, a new business district and revamped the airport. The beaches and streets have been cleaned up of trash and hustlers and there's a sudden surge in cultural activities.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDar es Salaam $460Tangier $61
The average daily cost (per person) in Dar es Salaam is $460, while the average daily cost in Tangier is $61. 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 Tangier in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDar es Salaam $434Tangier $23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDar es Salaam $868Tangier $46
Compare Hotels in Dar es Salaam and Tangier
Looking for a hotel in Dar es Salaam or Tangier? 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 Tangier Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dar es Salaam $13Tangier $23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dar es Salaam
Also for Dar es Salaam, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Dar es salaam-Morogoro-Dar es salaam transfer by luxury car.: $200
- Dar Es Salaam City Tour.(private Guide And Transfer) 10 Hrs: $200
- Private Transfer from Dar es Salaam Airport DAR to Dar es Salaam 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
- Dar es Salaam Airport Transfer: $75
- Private Transfer from Dar El Salaam to Julius Nyerere Airport (DAR): $73
- Airport Transfer from JNIA Airport to Hotels in Dar essalaam: $55
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tangier
Also for Tangier, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Tangier to Marrakesh: $797
- Transfer from Tangier to Nador: $615
- Transfer from Tangier to Casablanca: $395
- Door to door transfer from Tangier to Fes: $291
- Tangier to Chefchaouen: Private Transfer (English Speaking Driver): $276
- Private Transfer from Asilah to Rabat (RBA) Airport: $273
- From Tangier : Private Luxury Transfer to Fes: $272
- Private Transfer from Tarifa to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $261
- Transfers From Tangier To Marrakech: $245
- From Transfer to Fez via Chefchaouen and Volubilis: $244
- Transfer from Tangier to Kenitra: $236
- Luxury transfer from Tangier to Tamuda bay or vice versa: $233
Is it cheaper to fly into Dar es Salaam or Tangier?
Prices for flights to both Tangier 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 $18Tangier $20
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 Tangier
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tangier:
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Fruit & Yogurt$1.69
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tangier
For Tangier, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 3 Hour Private Moroccan Food Tour in Tanger : $49
- Tanger Local Street food tours: $60
- Tangier Private Cooking Class With a Local Family: $66
- Tangier Food Tour with a certified local guide!: $67
- Tangier food tour with Rababe: $71
- Tangier food tour : $71
- Tangier Food Tour with a certified guide!: $71
- Morocco Food Cooking Class and Tangier City Tour: $71
- Moroccan 3-in-1 Cooking Experience: $75
- Moroccan 3 in 1 Cooking Experience: $76
- The Food tour of Tangier: $76
- Inclusive Beach Camel Ride, Cap Spartel, Hercules & Full Dinner: $80
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dar es Salaam -Tangier $20
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 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
- Dar es Salaam City Tour - Everyday: $97
Tours and Activities in Tangier
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tangier.
- 3-Hour Private Enchanting Tangier Coastal Adventure: $87
- Highlights of Tangier Half Day Tour: $87
- Luxury Tangier private Day Tour from Tarifa Spain All inclusive : $251
- Private Guided Food Experience Tour in Medina of Tangier: $76
- Private LuxuryTour of Tangier for 4hours: $76
- Tangier Private Tour from Tarifa Ferry & Lunch Included : $209
- Tangier private customized tour & camel ride experience : $102
- Tangier walking tour with lunch Moroccan food : $60
- The Best of Tangier Walking Tour : $208
- 2 Days Chefchaouen and Tangier Tour from Casablanca: $538
- 2 Days Chefchaouen and Tangier Tour from Casablanca: $510
- 2 Days Luxury Tour to Merzouga Desert from Fez with Small Group: $251
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDar es Salaam $7.66Tangier $11
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dar es Salaam and Tangier, we can see that Dar es Salaam is more expensive. And not only is Tangier much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Tangier would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tangier 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 Tangier.
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 Tangier Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dar es Salaam or Tangier?
Dar es Salaam has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Tangier. When comparing the sizes of Dar es Salaam and Tangier, 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 Tangier?
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 Tangier in the Summer?
Both Tangier 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 Tangier because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In July, Dar es Salaam usually receives more rain than Tangier. Dar es Salaam gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
It's quite sunny in Tangier. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Dar es Salaam. Dar es Salaam usually receives less sunshine than Tangier during summer. Dar es Salaam gets 224 hours of sunny skies, while Tangier receives 346 hours of full sun in the summer.
Dar es Salaam is around the same temperature as Tangier in the summer. The daily temperature in Dar es Salaam averages around 25°C (77°F) in July, and Tangier fluctuates around 24°C (74°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDar es Salaam 25°C (77°F)Tangier 24°C (74°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Tangier in the Autumn?
Both Tangier 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 Tangier year-round.
Dar es Salaam usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Tangier. Dar es Salaam gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Tangier, 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 Tangier. Dar es Salaam gets 275 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tangier receives 235 hours of full sun.
In the autumn, Dar es Salaam is a little warmer than Tangier. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Dar es Salaam in October average around 25°C (78°F), and Tangier averages at about 20°C (68°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDar es Salaam 25°C (78°F)Tangier 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Tangier in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Dar es Salaam and Tangier. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Dar es Salaam year-round. Tangier attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Tangier receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Dar es Salaam usually receives less rain than Tangier. Dar es Salaam gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 104 mm (4.1 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 Tangier during winter. Dar es Salaam gets 236 hours of sunny skies, while Tangier receives 169 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Dar es Salaam is generally much warmer than Tangier. Daily temperatures in Dar es Salaam average around 28°C (82°F), and Tangier fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDar es Salaam 28°C (82°F)Tangier 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Tangier in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Dar es Salaam as well as Tangier. Dar es Salaam attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Tangier throughout the year.
Dar es Salaam receives a lot of rain in the spring. Dar es Salaam usually gets more rain in April than Tangier. Dar es Salaam gets 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Tangier. In the spring, Dar es Salaam often gets less sunshine than Tangier. Dar es Salaam gets 155 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tangier receives 251 hours of full sun.
Dar es Salaam is much warmer than Tangier in the spring. The daily temperature in Dar es Salaam averages around 27°C (81°F) in April, and Tangier fluctuates around 15°C (60°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDar es Salaam 27°C (81°F)Tangier 15°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Tangier 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) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (83°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 269 mm (10.6 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| May | 26°C (78°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (76°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (76°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (78°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (80°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
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