Which place is cheaper, Vancouver 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 Vancouver?
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 Vancouver can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Dar es Salaam or Vancouver?
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.
Vancouver
Vancouver is a beautiful and cosmopolitan city in Western Canada. It is also the largest city in British Columbia, and is dramatically positioned between the coast and mountains. It's a very international city, with a high level of energy and countless activites that you can enjoy while you're in town. In addition to offering all of the activities and entertainment of a modern city, it is also in jumping off distance to any number of outdoor activities.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best 10-Day Tours from Vancouver, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDar es Salaam $458Vancouver $165
The average daily cost (per person) in Dar es Salaam is $458, while the average daily cost in Vancouver is $165. 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 Vancouver in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDar es Salaam $420Vancouver $87
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDar es Salaam $840Vancouver $174
Compare Hotels in Dar es Salaam and Vancouver
Looking for a hotel in Dar es Salaam or Vancouver? 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 Vancouver Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dar es Salaam $13Vancouver $15
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: $249
- Transfer from dar es salaam to morogoro: $203
- Ferry Tickets to Zanzibar with Transfers.: $120
- Dar es Salaam Airport Transfers Comfortable Ride to Your Hotel: $60
- Private Airport Transfers in Dar: $60
- Half-Day City Tour with Transfers: $59
- Zanzibar Airport Shared Taxi Transfer to Any Hotel: $35
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Vancouver
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Vancouver are as follows:
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SkyTrain from Airport$6.35
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Taxi from Airport to Downtown$21
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15 min Taxi Ride$8.71
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SkyTrain DayPass$6.53
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vancouver
Also for Vancouver, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer to Whistler with Sightseeing: $669
- Private Vancouver Airport (YVR) Transfer to Whistler: $619
- YVR Airport Transfer to Fraser Valley: $618
- Private Transfer from Downtown Vancouver to Whistler: $580
- Pre- & Post Cruise Vancouver City Tour with Private Transfer: $492
- Private Sea-to-Sky Journey: transfer Vancouver & Whistler: $485
- Private Transfer to Whistler: $454
- Vancouver International Airport to Whistler Private Transfer: $451
- YVR Airport Transfer to Squamish: $411
- Airport Transfer Service To Burnaby: $407
- Whitewater Rafting from Vancouver with Lunch and Transfers: $294
- Private Transfer from Vancouver City to Vancouver (YVR) Airport: $293
Is it cheaper to fly into Dar es Salaam or Vancouver?
Prices for flights to both Vancouver 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 $30Vancouver $54
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 Night Tour with Local Dinner and Private Transfers: $49
- Dar es Salaam Old Town Walking and Food Tour With Transfers: $70
Typical Food Prices in Vancouver
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Vancouver:
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All You Can Eat Sushi Lunch$8.80
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vancouver
For Vancouver, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Fun Sushi Making Cooking Class With a Local Chef in Vancouver: $63
- Dim Sum Cooking Class with Chef Renée in Vancouver: $96
- Vancouver Local Taste Trail Food Tour: $98
- Experience Gastown Vancouver's Elite Walking Food Tour: $101
- 6 Tastings Food Tour of Gastown District: $102
- Vancouver Gastown's Elite Walking Food Tour Experience: $106
- A Wok Around Granville Island Public Market Food Tour: $111
- Taste North Vancouver Shipyards - Food Tour with Local Eats: $115
- Gastown Historical Walking Food Tour: $117
- Vancouver Foodie Tour: Granville Island Market Food Tour: $121
- Gastown Historic Walking Food Tour: $122
- Private Granville Island Vancouver's Elite Walking Food Tour: $130
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dar es Salaam -Vancouver $36
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
- Ancient Bagamoyo City Day Tour: $249
- Bagamoyo Full-Day Tour: Historic Slave Market & Kaole Ruins: $280
- Bagamoyo Historical Tour - Everyday: $199
- Bagamoyo Tour: $120
- Bongoyo Island Full Day Tour from Dar Es Salaam: $120
- Car Tour to Mikumi National Park for You: $270
- Dar Es Salaam City Tour (Full Day With Private Guide And Car): $160
- Dar Es Salaam City Tour. All Must See Things (Private Guide and car) Full day: $220
- 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 - Everyday: $97
Tours and Activities in Vancouver
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Vancouver.
- 2 Hour Private City Tour - Vancouver: $262
- 3 Days of Adventure in Vancouver – Activities-Only Tour: $1,620
- 3 Hours Private Tour of City of Vancouver: $220
- 3 Star Boat at Nanaimo Area Fishing Ticket: $273
- 3hr Private Sightseeing Tour-Vancouver City (fr YVR/Cruise): $611
- 4-Hour Private Tour of Vancouver's Gardens: $291
- 4-Hour Vancouver City Highlights Private Tour: $242
- 5 Days of Adventure in Vancouver – Activities-Only Tour: $2,113
- 5hr Private Sightseeing Tour-Vancouver City (fr YVR/Cruise): $879
- 6 hour Private Tour of Vancouver & North Vancouver: $317
- 7hr Private Sightseeing Tour-Vancouver City (fr YVR/Cruise): $1,160
- Ancient Trees of Vancouver Walking Tour: $53
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDar es Salaam $7.42Vancouver $16
Sample the Local Flavors in Vancouver
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Vancouver:
- Gastown Pub Crawl: $21
- Vancouver Craft Brewery Neighbourhood Walking Tour: $69
- 3.5-Hour Craft Brewery Tour: $85
- Vancouver Behind-the-Scenes Brewery Tour: $92
- Vancouver Craft Brewery Tour Led by a Local: $107
- From Fraser Valley Wine Tour with Local Tastings: $127
- From Half-Day Fraser Valley Wine Tour: $133
- Fraser Valley Wine Tour from Vancouver with a Light Lunch: $140
- Fraser Valley Wine Tour with Tastings: $158
- Fraser Valley and White Rock Wine Tour: $171
- Stawamus Chief Hike and Local Brewery Tasting: $173
- Vancouver Distillery Private Tour and Tasting: $266
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dar es Salaam and Vancouver, we can see that Dar es Salaam is more expensive. And not only is Vancouver much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dar es Salaam is in Africa and Vancouver 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 Vancouver would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Vancouver 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 Vancouver.
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 Vancouver Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dar es Salaam or Vancouver?
Dar es Salaam has a larger population, and is about 47% larger than the population of Vancouver. When comparing the sizes of Dar es Salaam and Vancouver, 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 Vancouver?
Vancouver 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 Vancouver in the Summer?
Both Vancouver 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, most visitors come to Vancouver for the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Dar es Salaam is a little warmer than Vancouver in the summer. The daily temperature in Dar es Salaam averages around 25°C (77°F) in July, and Vancouver fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
It's quite sunny in Vancouver. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Dar es Salaam. Dar es Salaam usually receives less sunshine than Vancouver during summer. Dar es Salaam gets 224 hours of sunny skies, while Vancouver receives 296 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Dar es Salaam usually receives less rain than Vancouver. Dar es Salaam gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Vancouver receives 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDar es Salaam 25°C (77°F)Vancouver 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Vancouver in the Autumn?
Both Vancouver 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, the autumn months attract visitors to Vancouver because of the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Dar es Salaam is much warmer than Vancouver. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Dar es Salaam in October average around 25°C (78°F), and Vancouver averages at about 11°C (51°F).
It's quite sunny in Dar es Salaam. In the autumn, Dar es Salaam often gets more sunshine than Vancouver. Dar es Salaam gets 275 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vancouver receives 124 hours of full sun.
Vancouver gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Dar es Salaam usually gets less rain in October than Vancouver. Dar es Salaam gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Vancouver receives 164 mm (6.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDar es Salaam 25°C (78°F)Vancouver 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Vancouver in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Dar es Salaam and Vancouver. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Dar es Salaam year-round. Furthermore, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Vancouver this time of year.
It's quite cold in Vancouver in the winter. In January, Dar es Salaam is generally much warmer than Vancouver. Daily temperatures in Dar es Salaam average around 28°C (82°F), and Vancouver fluctuates around 4°C (40°F).
In Dar es Salaam, it's very sunny this time of the year. Dar es Salaam usually receives more sunshine than Vancouver during winter. Dar es Salaam gets 236 hours of sunny skies, while Vancouver receives 55 hours of full sun in the winter.
Vancouver receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Dar es Salaam usually receives less rain than Vancouver. Dar es Salaam gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Vancouver receives 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDar es Salaam 28°C (82°F)Vancouver 4°C (40°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Vancouver in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Dar es Salaam as well as Vancouver. Dar es Salaam attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many travelers come to Vancouver for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
Dar es Salaam is much warmer than Vancouver in the spring. The daily temperature in Dar es Salaam averages around 27°C (81°F) in April, and Vancouver fluctuates around 9°C (49°F).
In the spring, Dar es Salaam often gets less sunshine than Vancouver. Dar es Salaam gets 155 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vancouver receives 172 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Vancouver. Dar es Salaam receives a lot of rain in the spring. Dar es Salaam usually gets more rain in April than Vancouver. Dar es Salaam gets 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain, while Vancouver receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDar es Salaam 27°C (81°F)Vancouver 9°C (49°F)
Typical Weather for Vancouver 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) | 4°C (40°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 179 mm (7.1 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (83°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 269 mm (10.6 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| May | 26°C (78°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (76°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (76°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (78°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (80°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 234 mm (9.2 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 198 mm (7.8 in) |
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