Which place is cheaper, Zagora or Durban?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Durban or Zagora?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Durban and Zagora. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Durban or Zagora?
Durban
The third largest city in South Africa, Durban sits on the east coast of the country in the province of KwaZulu-Natal. The city also has the country's most active port. The city's comfortable weather and vast beaches make it one of the country's major tourist centers. There's a population of about 3.5 million in the entire metropolitan area that spreads over 2,295 square kilometers.
Zagora
A small town in southern Morocco, Zagora is a popular base camp for excursions on foot, by camel, or four wheel drive vehicles into the surrounding desert. One of the most famous and historic treks is the ancient caravan route to Timbuktu, marked by a famous sign at the end of town - indicating a journey of "52 days" by camel.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Overlanding Trips in South Africa, The Best Adventure Tours to South Africa, The Best Adventure Tours to Morocco, and The Best Cultural Tours in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDurban $52Zagora $50
The average daily cost (per person) in Durban is $52, while the average daily cost in Zagora is $50. 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 Durban and Zagora in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDurban $24Zagora $36
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDurban $48Zagora $72
Compare Hotels in Durban and Zagora
Looking for a hotel in Durban or Zagora? 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: Durban Hotel Prices and Zagora Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Durban $13Zagora $1.42
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Durban
Also for Durban, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Durban Airport (DUR) to Durban - Arrival Private Transfer: $27
- Durban to Durban King Airport (DUR) - Departure Private Transfer: $27
- Private Transfers - Minibus - Durban Arrivals and Departures: $32
- Private Sedan Transfers - Durban King Shaka: $35
- Durban Cruise Ship Transfers : $39
- 1-3 Passenger Private Durban - Airport Transfer: $46
- Durban King Airport (DUR) to Durban - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $55
- Departure Private Transfer: Durban City to Durban Airport DUR by Business Car: $76
- Arrival Private Transfer from Durban Airport DUR to Durban City by Business Car: $78
- Arrival Private Transfer from Durban Airport DUR to Durban City by Minivan: $84
- Private transfers from King Shaka Airport: $107
- From Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Overnight Safari w/ Transfer: $500
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zagora
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zagora:
- Airport Private Transfer: $35
Is it cheaper to fly into Durban or Zagora?
Prices for flights to both Zagora and Durban 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 dayDurban $16Zagora $13
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Durban
For Durban, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Half Day Guided Taste of Africa Food Tour in Durban: $41
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Durban $16Zagora $2.85
Tours and Activities in Durban
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Durban.
- 30-Minute Harbor Boat Cruise: $5.33
- Durban Point Waterfront: Luxury Canal Boat Cruise: $8.00
- 1-Hour Boat Cruise from Wilson's Wharf: $8.00
- Luxury Canal Boat Cruise - Fun Things Durban Ushaka: $8.41
- Magical Gondola Night Boat Cruise in Durban: $8.68
- Pontoon Boat Harbor Cruise: $10
- Luxury Harbour Ocean Boat Cruise: $11
- Durban Walking Tour: $26
- Whale and Dolphin Watching Boat Tour: $40
- Durban Half-Day City Tour - Golden Mile, Botanical Gardens: $42
- Durban City Sightseeing Tour: $43
- Durban:Culture Walking Tour of Durban: $51
Tours and Activities in Zagora
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Zagora are as follows:
- 2 Days Tour to Zagora Desert with sunset from Marrakech: $82
- 2 days tour from Zagora to Erg Chegaga: $136
- From Agadir 4 Days 3 night Désert Tours to Marrakech: $1,326
- From Agadir or Taghazout: 2-Day Sahara Desert Tour to Zagora: $353
- From Agadir or Taghazout: 2-Day Sahara Desert Tour to Zagora: $356
- From Agadir or Taghazout: 2-Day Sahara Desert Tour to Zagora: $376
- From 2-Day Desert Tour to Erg Chegaga: $288
- Marrakech: 2-Day Sahara Desert Tour Zagora & BenHaddou: $111
- Private Day Camel Trekking Tour in Draa Valley from Zagora: $214
- Zagora to Erg chigaga desert tour & 4x4 (All-inclusive) 2-Days: $164
- Zagora to Erg chigaga desert tour & 4x4 (All-inclusive) 2-Days: $164
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDurban $13Zagora -
Sample the Local Flavors in Durban
Also in Durban, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Bar Crawl in Durban : $36
When comparing the travel costs between Durban and Zagora, we can see that Durban is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Africa, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Durban Expensive? and Is Zagora Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Durban or Zagora?
Durban has a larger population, and is about 90 times larger than the population of Zagora. When comparing the sizes of Durban and Zagora, 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.
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.