Which place is cheaper, Victoria 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 Victoria?
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 Victoria can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Dar es Salaam or Victoria?
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.
Victoria
The capital city of British Columbia, Canada, Victoria is positioned near the southern edge of Vancouver Island. It's a wonderfully pleasant city and has been nicknamed the Garden City because of its vast green space and public gardens. There is a population of just over 80,000 in the city proper and almost 350,000 in the greater metropolitan area. Dating back to 1843, it's also one of the oldest cities in the Pacific Northwest. As such, it has many historic buildings and beautiful architecture. It also has the second oldest Chinatown in North America, following San Francisco's.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best Adventure Tours to Canada, and The Best Eco Tours in Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDar es Salaam $462Victoria $196
The average daily cost (per person) in Dar es Salaam is $462, while the average daily cost in Victoria is $196. 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 Victoria in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDar es Salaam $424Victoria $110
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDar es Salaam $848Victoria $220
Compare Hotels in Dar es Salaam and Victoria
Looking for a hotel in Dar es Salaam or Victoria? 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 Victoria Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dar es Salaam $13Victoria $36
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
- Transfer from dar es salaam to morogoro: $203
- Private VIP Ferry Tickets to Zanzibar with two way transfers: $249
- Private Transfer from Dar El Salaam to Julius Nyerere Airport (DAR): $104
- Julius Nyerere Airport (DAR) Private Transfer to Dar es Salaam: $50
- Ferry Tickets to Zanzibar with Transfers.: $120
- Dar es salaam Airport Transfer (Private & Group): $60
- Private Layover Tour with Airport Transfer: $120
- Half-Day City Tour with Transfers: $59
- Dar es Salaam Airport Transfers Comfortable Ride to Your Hotel: $60
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Victoria
Also for Victoria, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Cruise Transfer with City Sightseeing Tour: $682
- Private Transfer from Victoria City Hotels to Nanaimo Cruise Port: $127
- Victoria to Vancouver Ferry with Bus Transfer: $75
- Victoria to Vancouver - Coach Bus Transfer: $66
Is it cheaper to fly into Dar es Salaam or Victoria?
Prices for flights to both Victoria 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 $31Victoria $45
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Victoria
For Victoria, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Chinatown and Old Town Food Tour with Tastings: $86
- Hip & Hidden Chinatown + Old Town Food Tour Victoria: $93
- Vistas and Views Food Tour with 3-Course Meal: $100
- Sip, Savor, Stroll Evening Food Tour: $144
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dar es Salaam -Victoria $44
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
- 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 Local Markets and Village-National Museum Day tour: $150
- Dar es Salaam City Tour - Everyday: $97
- Dar es Salaam City Tour - Visit all attractive places: $130
- Dar es Salaam City Tour Full Day Adventure with Lunch: $180
- Dar es Salaam City Tour: Experience & Insights Tanzanian culture: $36
- Dar es Salaam City tour and Beach Leisure - 9 hours: $250
Tours and Activities in Victoria
For Victoria, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 24 Hour Hop-On, Hop-Off Double Decker Victoria City Tour: $52
- 2hr City Highlights Private Tour in Victoria BC: $140
- 4 Hour Afternoon Whale Watching Tour: $168
- 4 Hour Morning Whale Watching Tour: $168
- 4h Butchart Gardens and Victoria City Private Tour: $246
- 60-Minute Beacon Hill Park Tour: $224
- 75-Minute The Royal Tour: $275
- Beacon Hill Park Horse-Drawn Carriage Experience in Victoria: $224
- Butchart & Beyond: The Grand Victoria Tour: $355
- Butchart Gardens and City Tour: $175
- COMBO Victoria City Tour & Butchart Gardens & Entry Tix: $103
- Downtown Victoria Food & City Tour: $90
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDar es Salaam $7.48Victoria $15
Sample the Local Flavors in Victoria
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Victoria:
- Victoria BC: Tour & Tasting Around Award Winning Distillery: $21
- Pickle Pub Crawl in Victoria's Inner Harbour: $47
- Pickle Pub Crawl: Ferry Rides and Appetizers: $52
- Local Brewery Tour with a Guide: $86
- Victoria Craft Brewery Tour: $87
- Victoria Craft Beer and Distillery Tour: $109
- Victoria, BC: Food & Wine Tour to the Cowichan Valley: $118
- 6-Hour Victoria to Cowichan Wine Tour: $126
- Victoria Wine Tour with Wine Tastings and Charcuterie: $137
- Cowichan Valley Premium Wine Tour: $474
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dar es Salaam and Victoria, we can see that Dar es Salaam is more expensive. And not only is Victoria much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dar es Salaam is in Africa and Victoria 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 Victoria would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Victoria 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 Victoria.
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 Victoria Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dar es Salaam or Victoria?
Dar es Salaam has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Victoria. When comparing the sizes of Dar es Salaam and Victoria, 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 Victoria?
Victoria 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 Victoria in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Dar es Salaam and Victoria. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Dar es Salaam year-round. Also, most visitors come to Victoria for the hiking and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Dar es Salaam is generally much warmer than Victoria. Daily temperatures in Dar es Salaam average around 25°C (77°F), and Victoria fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
In July, Dar es Salaam usually receives more rain than Victoria. Dar es Salaam gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Victoria receives 13 mm (0.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDar es Salaam 25°C (77°F)Victoria 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Victoria in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Dar es Salaam as well as Victoria. Dar es Salaam attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Victoria because of the hiking trails and the shopping scene.
Dar es Salaam is much warmer than Victoria in the autumn. The daily temperature in Dar es Salaam averages around 25°C (78°F) in October, and Victoria fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
Dar es Salaam usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Victoria. Dar es Salaam gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Victoria receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDar es Salaam 25°C (78°F)Victoria 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Victoria in the Winter?
Both Victoria and Dar es Salaam are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Dar es Salaam throughout the year. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Victoria this time of year.
It's quite cold in Victoria in the winter. In the winter, Dar es Salaam is much warmer than Victoria. Typically, the winter temperatures in Dar es Salaam in January average around 28°C (82°F), and Victoria averages at about 5°C (41°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Victoria. In January, Dar es Salaam usually receives less rain than Victoria. Dar es Salaam gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Victoria receives 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDar es Salaam 28°C (82°F)Victoria 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Victoria in the Spring?
Both Victoria and Dar es Salaam during the spring 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.
In April, Dar es Salaam is generally much warmer than Victoria. Daily temperatures in Dar es Salaam average around 27°C (81°F), and Victoria fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Dar es Salaam. Dar es Salaam usually gets more rain in April than Victoria. Dar es Salaam gets 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain, while Victoria receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDar es Salaam 27°C (81°F)Victoria 10°C (49°F)
Typical Weather for Victoria 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) | 5°C (41°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (83°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 67 mm (2.7 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 269 mm (10.6 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 26°C (78°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (76°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 19 mm (0.8 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (76°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (78°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (80°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
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