Which place is cheaper, Soweto or Entebbe?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Entebbe or Soweto?
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 Soweto can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Entebbe or Soweto?
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.
Soweto
The name Soweto is an acronym for South Western Townships, first used in 1963 to describe the groups of townships to the south west of Johannesburg. It is a city of contrasts, featuring anything from tin shanties to luxurious mansions, and is probably best known for being the home of two Nobel Prize winners.
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Cape Town, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Cape Town.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEntebbe $93Soweto $61
The average daily cost (per person) in Entebbe is $93, while the average daily cost in Soweto is $61. 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 Soweto in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEntebbe $41Soweto $31
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEntebbe $82Soweto $62
Compare Hotels in Entebbe and Soweto
Looking for a hotel in Entebbe or Soweto? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Entebbe $18Soweto $12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Entebbe
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Entebbe:
- ENTEBBE AIRPORT: Executive Airport Transfer Package: $95
Is it cheaper to fly into Entebbe or Soweto?
Prices for flights to both Soweto 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 $33Soweto $20
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Entebbe $35Soweto $16
Tours and Activities in Entebbe
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Entebbe are as follows:
- 1 DAY BEST OF NGAMBA ISLAND CHIMPANZEE TREK & EQUATOR TOUR: $350
- 1-Day Best of Entebbe City Guided Walking Tour: $50
- 1-Day Best of Mabamba Shoebill Tour and Birding Experience: $260
- 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: $3,372
- 4 Day Gorilla Experience Tour from Entebbe: $4,735
- 5 Day Experience of the Primates in Uganda: $5,433
- 5 Day Gorilla and Wildlife Tour from Entebbe: $5,538
Tours and Activities in Soweto
For Soweto, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Visit Gospel service with additional Bicycle Tour of Soweto: $44
- Johannesburg: Soweto Half-Day Tour: $57
- Johannesburg: Soweto Tour with Lunch: $67
- Johannesburg: Soweto Night Tour: $92
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEntebbe $13Soweto $8.10
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Entebbe and Soweto, we can see that Entebbe is more expensive. And not only is Soweto much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Soweto would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Soweto 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 Entebbe would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Entebbe than you might in Soweto.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Entebbe Expensive? and Is Soweto Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Entebbe or Soweto?
Soweto has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Entebbe. When comparing the sizes of Entebbe and Soweto, 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.