A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Kampala vs. Hermanus for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Kampala or Hermanus?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Kampala or Hermanus? 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 Hermanus?

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.

Hermanus

Hermanus is located on the southern coast of the Western Cape region of South Africa, situated right on the Atlantic Ocean. The area is famous for being the summer home to the Southern Right Whales who migrate there from the Antarctic every September. Hermanus offers incredible natural scenery and great opportunities for adventure seekers. The best time to visit is during their winter and spring, which runs from April through October. This is the driest time of year, meaning wildlife is easier to spot and the heat is much more bearable!

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Camping Tours in Uganda, The Best Safaris in Uganda, The Best Budget Safaris in South Africa, and The Best Luxury Tours to South Africa.


Which place is cheaper, Hermanus or Kampala?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Kampala is $77, while the average daily cost in Hermanus is $96. 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 Hermanus in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Kampala $60
    Hermanus $25
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Kampala $120
    Hermanus $50
Compare Hotels in Kampala and Hermanus

Looking for a hotel in Kampala or Hermanus? 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.

Hotels in Kampala


Hotels in Hermanus


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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 Hermanus Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Kampala $2.54
    Hermanus $8.10
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Kampala

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Kampala are as follows:


  • Taxi around town
    $4.06

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kampala

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kampala:

  • Airport Transfer from Entebbe to Kampala: $30
  • Entebbe Kampala Airport Transfer: $45
  • Entebbe Airport pickup (Entebbe - Kampala) reliable 24/7 transfer: $48
  • Private Transfer from Entebbe Airport (EBB) Uganda to Kampala: $70
  • Private Transfer from Kampala to Entebbe Airport (EBB) Uganda: $70
  • Entebbe kampala airport transfers: $100
  • Guided City Tour with Private Transfers: $145
  • Full-Day Kampala Trip with Lunch and Hotel Transfers: $200

Is it cheaper to fly into Kampala or Hermanus?

Prices for flights to both Hermanus 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Kampala $15
    Hermanus $67
Typical Food Prices in Kampala

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Kampala:


  • Lunch for 2
    $1.63

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kampala

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kampala.

  • Like a local cooking Tours: $26
  • Private Cooking Class with a Local Host: $47
  • Cooking Class With a Local (Kampala, Jinja, Entebbe - 4 Hours): $56
  • Three-Hour Food Tour: $71
  • Momma Ida's Ugandan Cuisine Cooking Tour: $75
  • Kampala City Walking Food Tour: $77
  • Night-time Boda Boda Street Food Tour: $91
  • Fishing Village Food Tour & Luwombo Stop: $102
  • Amazing Race - Food Tour: $103
  • Kampala cooking tour: $133
  • uganda fun time (bed,breakfast, lunch and dinner ) : $154
  • Kampala food tour: $205

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Kampala -
    Hermanus -

Tours and Activities in Kampala

Here are a few actual costs in Kampala for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Katanga Slum Guided Walking Tour: $10
  • African Fabric Market Tour : $13
  • Uganda Community Tour: $15
  • Small Group City Center Guided Walking tour: $15
  • Kampala Half-Day Walking Tour with Local Female Guides: $20
  • Kampala's walking city Tour Experience : $23
  • 3-Hour Walking Tour with Optional Gaddafi Mosque: $24
  • Best Kampala group Walking Tour.: $25
  • Complete Kampala Tour Experience: $25
  • Kampala Heart of Walking Adventure : $26
  • Tombs, King’s palace and Gaddafi mosque walk tours: $26
  • Kampala City Walking Tour with Kabaka's Palace or Gadaffi Mosque: $26

Tours and Activities in Hermanus

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Hermanus are as follows:

  • Whale Watching Walking Tours (Land-Based) - from JUNE 2025: $54
  • Sunset Fatbike Dune Experience : $69
  • Morning Fatbike Dune Tour: $69
  • Hermanus Land based Whale Tour with Dave de Beer: $76
  • Boat Based Whale Watching Experience: $83
  • Hermanus Food and Culture Tour: $117
  • Shark Cage Diving - Adventure Meets Conservation!: $138
  • Cape Town: Hermanus Land Based Whale Watching Tour: $141
  • Whale Watching and Winelands Tour with Tastings: $174
  • Half-Day Private Tour to Cape Peninsula with Local Guide: $257

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Kampala -
    Hermanus -

Sample the Local Flavors in Kampala

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Kampala:

  • Entebbe and club,pub and bar crawl experiences: $35
  • Kampala Pub Crawl | Uganda | 4 hours: $65
  • Kampala Bar Crawl, Beer Tasting and Street Food (6 Hours): $71

Sample the Local Flavors in Hermanus

Also in Hermanus, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Vineyard Safari and Wine Tasting in Hermanus with Guide : $24
  • Hemel-en-Aarde Wine Tour: $128
  • Whale Watching Boat Trip and Wine tasting ,Penguin: $130
  • Private Family Vineyard Safari and Wine Tasting: $148


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kampala and Hermanus, we can see that Hermanus 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 Hermanus would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hermanus 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 Hermanus Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Kampala or Hermanus?

Kampala has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Hermanus. When comparing the sizes of Kampala and Hermanus, 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.

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