Which place is cheaper, Fez or Kampala?
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 Kampala or Fez?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Kampala or Fez? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Kampala or Fez?
Kampala
Kampala is the capital of Uganda in the South part of the country near Lake Victoria. It is the largest city in Uganda, with a population of over two million people. This city is very safe and the locals are known to be very kind and approachable.
Fez
Fez is the historical capital of Morocco and has one of the country's most impressive and elaborate medinas. It's authentic and traditional atmosphere attracts travelers from all over the world. It's fun to wander the city's elaborate alleyways, sample the food, and soak up the sights and smells. In Fez's medina you'll find donkeys, carts, spices, and pottery. You'll find traditional foods, locals bartering for goods, and religious buildings that date back hundreds of years. The medina is also the world's largest car free urban zone.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Camping Tours in Uganda, The Best Safaris in Uganda, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco.
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Kampala Prices
Uganda PricesFez Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKampala $78Fez $93
The average daily cost (per person) in Kampala is $78, while the average daily cost in Fez is $93. 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 Kampala and Fez in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKampala $61Fez $35
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKampala $122Fez $70
Compare Hotels in Kampala and Fez
Looking for a hotel in Kampala or Fez? 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: Kampala Hotel Prices and Fez Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kampala $2.58Fez $16
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Kampala
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Kampala are as follows:
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Taxi around town$4.13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kampala
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kampala:
- The best Half day Kampala City Tour with Transfers: $65
- Private Transfer from Kampala to Entebbe Airport (EBB) Uganda: $78
- Private Transfer from Entebbe Airport (EBB) Uganda to Kampala: $78
- Private Airport & In-Country Transfers in Central Uganda: $60
- Jinja 1 Day Source of River Nile Tour with Transfers: $250
- Full-Day Kampala City Highlights Tour, Lunch & private Transfers: $156
- Entebbe Kampala Airport Transfer: $55
- Entebbe Airport pickup (Entebbe - Kampala) reliable 24/7 transfer: $48
- Airport Transfer from Entebbe to Kampala: $30
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fez
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Fez:
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Taxi Ride$2.17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fez
Also for Fez, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Fes Airport Transfer: $110
- Fes Airport Transfer (one way) + Free SIM Card: Stay Connected: $13
- Fes Private Transfer Train Station to Hotel or Vice Versa: $10
- Fes Saïss Airport to Hotel Transfer: $23
- Fes Sais Airport (FEZ) Transfers to Meknes (SIAM)or Reverse: $115
- Fes Saiss Airport Arrival Transfer to the Hotel: $29
- Fes to Chefchaouen Private Transfer: $115
- Fes to Chefchaouen Private Transfer: $134
- Fes to Tanger Via Meknes and Volubilis - Private Transfer: $187
- Fes to Tangier Private One way Transfer OR THE OPPOSITE SIDE: $150
- Fes transfers to Chefchaouen: $99
- Fez - Sais Airport Transfers: $13
Is it cheaper to fly into Kampala or Fez?
Prices for flights to both Fez and Kampala 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 dayKampala $15Fez $44
Typical Food Prices in Kampala
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Kampala:
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Lunch for 2$1.65
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kampala
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kampala.
- Cooking class Experience in Kampala Uganda: $35
- Matoke Moments Kampala Food Tour 12+ Tastings: $49
- Private Ugandan Food Cooking Class and Culture Experience: $55
- Cooking Class With a Local (Kampala, Jinja, Entebbe - 4 Hours): $56
- Kampala Kitchens Food Tour with 12+ Tastings: $59
- Nighttime Boda Boda Street Food Tour: $99
- Amazing Race - Food Tour: $103
- Fishing Village Food Tour & Luwombo Stop: $119
- Kampala cooking tour: $133
- uganda fun time (bed,breakfast, lunch and dinner ): $154
Typical Food Prices in Fez
For Fez, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Yogurt$0.65
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Dinner for 2$12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Fez
For Fez, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Fez Rooftop Sunset Tea & Dinner at Palais Traditionnel: $12
- Moroccan Lunch or Dinner with Henna in a Traditional Riad in Fes: $32
- Cooking Class Experience in Fes: $37
- Moroccan Cooking Class with Lunch in a Traditional Riad in Fez: $40
- Fez Cooking Class at a Traditional Riad with Market Visit: $40
- Flavors of Fez by Locals ( Cooking Class ): $41
- Flavors of Fez ( Cooking Class with Local Expert ): $41
- Family Dinner in Fes with Tea and Fun Stories: $45
- fez Cooking Class Moroccan cuisine with Market Visit: $47
- cooking classe in fes with ouliya: $47
- Fez Souk tour & traditional Home Cooking: $52
- Best cooking class in Fès with real Familly: $52
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kampala -Fez $9.81
Tours and Activities in Kampala
Here are a few actual costs in Kampala for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 Day Best of Entebbe City Guided Walking Tour: $30
- 1 Day Jinja source of the Nile tour: $290
- 1 Day Ngamba Island chimpanzee tour: $270
- 1 Day Shoebill Stork and Birding Experience: $190
- 1 Day Uganda Equator Tour From Kampala To Kayabwe: $200
- 1 Day Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary Safari and Wildlife Tour, Uganda: $300
- 1 day kampala tour: $205
- 1-Day Jinja & River Nile Tour(Women-Guided-Experience): $179
- 1/2 Mabamba Swamp Shoebill Tour: $130
- 2-Hours Village Walk and Lake Victoria cruise from Kampala: $35
- 2-Hours village walk and Lake Victoria cruise from Entebbe: $35
- 3 Hours Walking Tour in Kampala: $28
Typical Entertainment Prices in Fez
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Fez's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Granary Fee$2.17
Tours and Activities in Fez
For Fez, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Fez Medina Traditional Craft Shopping Tour with Expert Guide: $5.83
- Mosaic and Pottery Tour in Fes: $7.00
- Fez Old Medina Walking Tour with Local Guide: $9.00
- Fes Discovery Tour Historical Monuments Markets and Old Medina: $9.33
- Fez Walls and Hidden Medina Tour: $9.33
- Private Fes Medina Tour with Local Guide – Culture & Hidden Gems: $10
- Shared Half Day Guided Fes Tour with Local Guide: $14
- Half-Day Guided Tour in Fes: $14
- The Most FEScinating English Tour with a group: $14
- VIP Fes Medina Work Shop Tour with Official Guide: $16
- Fes: Museum, Al Attarine Madrasa & Tannery and Medina Tour: $16
- Fes Historic Medina Walking Tour with Expert Guide: $17
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKampala -Fez $13
Sample the Local Flavors in Fez
Also in Fez, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Full Day Boutique Winery and Wine Tasting Tour from Fez to Meknes: $174
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kampala and Fez, we can see that Fez is more expensive. And not only is Kampala much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Kampala would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kampala 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 Fez would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Fez than you might in Kampala.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kampala Expensive? and Is Fez Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kampala or Fez?
Kampala has a larger population, and is about 40% larger than the population of Fez. When comparing the sizes of Kampala and Fez, 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.