Which place is cheaper, Kruger National Park or Entebbe?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Entebbe or Kruger National Park?
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 Entebbe and Kruger National Park can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Entebbe or Kruger National Park?
Entebbe
Entebbe is a large city located in Central Uganda. It is about thirty kilometers from the capital city of Uganda, which is Kampala. Lake Victoria, a prominent body of water, is very close to Entebbe as well. Today, the population of Entebbe is over 69,000 people. In Europe, Entebbe is known for its airport, which was once the site of a major hostage situation led by the German and Palestinian militia, back in 1976. Soldiers from the Israeli army freed the hostages in a massive rescue mission. Alternatively, when Queen Elizabeth II heard of her father's death and that she had become the queen, she was at this airport and had to fly from there back to England at once.
Kruger National Park
Kruger National Park, in northeast South Africa hugs the border of Mozambique in the east, Zimbabwe in the north, and the Crocodile River to the south. Covering nearly 20,000 square kilometers, it hosts a variety of habitats with a thriving population of wildlife and indigenous plant species, making it a safari destination like no other.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Uganda, The Best 3-Day Tours in Uganda, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in South Africa, and The Best 10-Day Tours in South Africa.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEntebbe $93Kruger National Park $80
The average daily cost (per person) in Entebbe is $93, while the average daily cost in Kruger National Park is $80. 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 Entebbe and Kruger National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEntebbe $41Kruger National Park $47
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEntebbe $82Kruger National Park $94
Compare Hotels in Entebbe and Kruger National Park
Looking for a hotel in Entebbe or Kruger National Park? 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: Entebbe Hotel Prices and Kruger National Park Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Entebbe $18Kruger National Park $24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Entebbe
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Entebbe:
- ENTEBBE AIRPORT: Executive Airport Transfer Package: $95
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kruger National Park
Also for Kruger National Park, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer - Skukuza Airport to Southern Sabi Sand Reserve: $180
Is it cheaper to fly into Entebbe or Kruger National Park?
Prices for flights to both Kruger National Park and Entebbe 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 dayEntebbe $33Kruger National Park $16
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kruger National Park
For Kruger National Park, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Sabi Game Reserve Sunset Safari Tour with Dinner: $134
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Entebbe $35Kruger National Park $21
Tours and Activities in Entebbe
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Entebbe are as follows:
- 1-Day Best of Entebbe City Guided Walking Tour: $50
- 10 Days Murhison Kibale Queen Elizabeth NP & Bwindi NP Tour: $2,980
- 15-Day Primates and wildlife safari Adventure: $8,000
- 16 Days Primate, Game and Cultural Tour: $8,541
- 3 Days Gorilla Tracking Bwindi Forest Tour: $1,820
- 3day bwindi Gorilla tracking and Batwa experience: $2,200
- 4 Day Chimpanzee Tracking Tour from Entebbe: $3,385
- 4 Day Gorilla Experience Tour from Entebbe: $4,752
- 5 Day Experience of the Primates in Uganda: $5,453
- 5 Day Gorilla and Wildlife Tour from Entebbe: $5,558
- 5-Day Gorilla & Chimpanzee Experience and Game drive Safari: $3,309
- 8 Day Gorilla and Chimpanzee Tour in Uganda: $13,423
Tours and Activities in Kruger National Park
For Kruger National Park, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Kruger Safari Tour - Morning Half Day: $51
- Kruger National Park Sunrise Half-Day Safari Tour: $174
- 3-Day Safari Tour and Treehouse Stay: $688
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEntebbe $13Kruger National Park $4.10
When comparing the travel costs between Entebbe and Kruger National Park, we can see that Entebbe 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 Entebbe Expensive? and Is Kruger National Park 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.