Which place is cheaper, Drakensberg or Jinja?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Jinja or Drakensberg?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Jinja or Drakensberg, 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.
Where Should I go: Jinja or Drakensberg?
Jinja
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.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to Uganda, The Best Hiking & Trekking 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 dayJinja $94Drakensberg $99
The average daily cost (per person) in Jinja is $94, while the average daily cost in Drakensberg is $99. 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 Drakensberg in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJinja $45Drakensberg $41
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJinja $90Drakensberg $82
Compare Hotels in Jinja and Drakensberg
Looking for a hotel in Jinja or Drakensberg? 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: Jinja Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jinja $22Drakensberg $75
Is it cheaper to fly into Jinja or Drakensberg?
Prices for flights to both Drakensberg 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.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayJinja $29Drakensberg $18
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Jinja $29Drakensberg $9.43
Tours and Activities in Jinja
Here are a few actual costs in Jinja for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 DAY BEST OF RIVER NILE WHITE WATER RAFTING TOUR IN JINJA: $590
- 1 DAY JINJA TOUR.: $350
- 1 Day Best Jinja Tour & source of the Nile River Experience.: $220
- 1-DAY BEST JINJA & SOURCE OF RIVER NILE TOUR: $220
- 1-day Source of River Nile Cruise Tour: $300
- 18 Days African Jungle Safari Tour: $9,433
- 2-Day tour to Source of River Nile, Busowoko & Water Rafting: $948
- 3days jinja and sipi falls tour: $800
- 4 DAY BEST OF UGANDA SIPI FALLS & SOURCE OF RIVER NILE TOUR: $1,433
- David's Shared Walking Tour in Jinja with a Local Cultural Meal: $40
- Day Tour of Jinja and Source of the Nile: $260
- From Entebbe: 3-Day Eastern Uganda Tour with Nile Cruise: $1,000
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJinja $13Drakensberg $4.09
When comparing the travel costs between Jinja and Drakensberg, we can see that Drakensberg 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 Jinja Expensive? and Is Drakensberg 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.