Which place is cheaper, Dakar or Jinja?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Jinja or Dakar, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Jinja is a city located at the source of the Nile in Uganda, Africa. Many backpackers travel to Jinja, as it is known for its white water rafting. This city is the third largest economy in all of the East African Community. It has a population of about 72,000 people.
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 Wildlife Tours to Uganda, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Uganda, The Best Adventure Tours to Senegal, and The Best Luxury Tours to Senegal.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Jinja is $92, while the average daily cost in Dakar 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 Jinja and Dakar in more detail.
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Some specific examples of transportation prices in Dakar:
Prices for flights to both Dakar and Jinja 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.
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Dakar:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Dakar.
Here are a few actual costs in Jinja for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Here are a few actual costs in Dakar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jinja and Dakar, we can see that Jinja 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 Jinja would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Jinja 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 Jinja Expensive? and Is Dakar Expensive?.
Dakar has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Jinja. When comparing the sizes of Jinja and Dakar, 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.