Which place is cheaper, Dakar or Drakensberg?
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 Drakensberg or Dakar?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Drakensberg or Dakar? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Drakensberg or Dakar?
Drakensberg
Drakensberg, whose name derives from the Dutch and means "mountains of the dragons," is a mountainous region which encompasses a vast amount of South Africa's interior, extending into neighboring countries as well. It hugs the eastern border of Lesotho, attracting visitors for hiking, backpacking, and admiring the natural wonders of the landscape.
Dakar
Located in West Africa, Dakar is the capital city of Senegal and an Atlantic port on the Cap-Vert peninsula. Main attractions include the city's markets, the Dakar Grand Mosque, Goree Island, the IFAN Museum, the African Renaissance Monument, beaches, and the Senegal Zoo.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Cape Town, The Best 2-Week Tours from Cape Town, The Best Adventure Tours to Senegal, and The Best Luxury Tours to Senegal.
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Drakensberg Prices
South Africa PricesDakar Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDrakensberg $117Dakar $82
The average daily cost (per person) in Drakensberg is $117, while the average daily cost in Dakar is $82. 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 Drakensberg and Dakar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDrakensberg $43Dakar $35
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDrakensberg $86Dakar $70
Compare Hotels in Drakensberg and Dakar
Looking for a hotel in Drakensberg or Dakar? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Drakensberg $78Dakar $5.80
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dakar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Dakar:
- Transfer - DSS Airport Saint-Louis (One way): $283
- Transfer - DSS Airport Dakar (One way): $71
- Private Transfer, Airport, Hotels, Dakar, Saly and Surrounding Areas: $72
- Private Transfer from Dakar to Blaise Diagne Airport (DSS): $209
- Private Transfer from Blaise Diagne Airport (DSS) to Dakar: $212
- Private Transfer DSS AIBD Airport - Saly Zone (two directions): $86
- Private Transfer DSS AIBD Airport - Riu Baobab Hotel (two ways): $100
- Private Transfer DSS AIBD Airport - Dakar (two directions): $100
- Dakar hotels to Blaise Diagne Intl Airport (DSS) - Departure Private Transfer: $73
- DSS Airport to Saly Private Transfer: $65
- DSS Airport Transfer Dakar (Return): $130
- DSS Airport Riu Baobab Hotel Premium Private Transfer: $75
Is it cheaper to fly into Drakensberg or Dakar?
Prices for flights to both Dakar and Drakensberg 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 dayDrakensberg $33Dakar $37
Typical Food Prices in Dakar
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Dakar:
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Breakfast$4.44
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dakar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Dakar.
- Authentic Jollof Cooking Class: $99
- Senegalese Street Food Tour in Dakar: $115
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Drakensberg $9.91Dakar $15
Tours and Activities in Dakar
Here are a few actual costs in Dakar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2 days tour Pink lake- desert of Lompoul 2 people minimum: $259
- Dakar City Tour – Markets, Highlights & Local Guide: $142
- Dakar City Tour and Goree Island: $162
- Dakar City Tour and Goree island (from 3 people): $142
- Dakar Senegalese Culture and History 4 Hour Tour: $120
- Dakar in 3h: Full tour by traditional fast coach: $35
- Pink Lake and Turtle Village Half-Day Tour: $200
- Private City Tour: $117
- Private Custom Tour with a Local Guide: $33
- Private custom tour with a local guide: $33
- prepare the thieboudienne for the ultimate local experience: $55
- private tour "move, eat, act like a local": $82
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDrakensberg $4.30Dakar $9.73
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Drakensberg and Dakar, we can see that Drakensberg is more expensive. And not only is Dakar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Dakar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Dakar 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 Drakensberg would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Drakensberg than you might in Dakar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Drakensberg Expensive? and Is Dakar Expensive?.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.