Which place is cheaper, Entebbe or Jinja?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Jinja or Entebbe?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Jinja or Entebbe, 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 Entebbe?
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.
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.
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 in Uganda, and The Best 3-Day Tours in Uganda.
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Jinja Prices
Uganda PricesEntebbe Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJinja $115Entebbe $120
The average daily cost (per person) in Jinja is $115, while the average daily cost in Entebbe is $120. 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 Entebbe in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJinja $45Entebbe $43
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJinja $90Entebbe $86
Compare Hotels in Jinja and Entebbe
Looking for a hotel in Jinja or Entebbe? 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 and Entebbe Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jinja $22Entebbe $19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Entebbe
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Entebbe:
- ENTEBBE AIRPORT: Executive Airport Transfer Package: $95
- Entebbe : Airport Transfer: $60
- Entebbe Airport Transfers: $72
Is it cheaper to fly into Jinja or Entebbe?
Prices for flights to both Entebbe 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 $50Entebbe $58
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Jinja $29Entebbe $36
Tours and Activities in Jinja
Here are a few actual costs in Jinja for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Half-Day Jinja Walking Tour: Source of Nile & Boat Ride Options: $31
- Guided Walking Tour with Optional Source of the Nile: $31
- City tour with a liscenced Guide.: $33
- David's Shared Walking Tour in Jinja with a Local Cultural Meal: $40
- Source of the Nile Sunset Cruise, Jinja Uganda Tour: $115
- Uganda: Jinja, Source of the Nile guided walking tour: $125
- Kampala: Jinja Day Tour with source of the Nile Boat Cruise: $175
- 2 days Jinja adventure with white water rafting and tubing: $200
- Day Tour of Jinja and Source of the Nile: $200
- 1-DAY BEST JINJA & SOURCE OF RIVER NILE TOUR: $220
- 1 Day Best Jinja Tour & source of the Nile River Experience.: $220
- Source of the Nile River Day Tour with Activities: $240
Tours and Activities in Entebbe
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Entebbe are as follows:
- Guided Walking Tour: $26
- BEST OF ENTEBBE BIKE CYCLING TOUR: $49
- ENTEBBE WALKING TOUR: $50
- 1-Day Best of Entebbe City Guided Walking Tour: $50
- ENTEBBE MOTOR BIKE TOUR: $60
- Entebbe : Entebbe Zoo and Botanical gardens Tour: $60
- Equatar Line Tour & Victoria Lake Sunset Boat Ride: $150
- 1 Day Best Mabamba Swamp Shoebill Birding Tour, Uganda: $190
- 1-Day Mabamba Shoebill Birding Tour in Lake Victoria Entebbe: $260
- 1 Day Mabamba Boat cruise and Entebbe Zoo Visit: $344
- 1-Day Best Of Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Trekking Tour: $350
- Uganda : 1-Day Ngamba Sanctuary for Chimpanzee Tour: $619
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJinja $13Entebbe $13
When comparing the travel costs between Jinja and Entebbe, 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 Jinja Expensive? and Is Entebbe Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jinja or Entebbe?
Jinja has a larger population, and is about 48% larger than the population of Entebbe. When comparing the sizes of Jinja and Entebbe, 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.