Which place is cheaper, Marrakech 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 Marrakech?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Kampala or Marrakech? 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 Marrakech?
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.
Marrakech
Marrakech is on of the most popular travel destinations in Morocco. It is the third largest city in Morocco after Casablanca and Rabat and is located near the foothills of the Atlas Mountains only a few hours from the Sahara Desert. It's a beautiful city that is often referred to as the "Pink City" because of the pale pink color of many of the city's buildings. These striking colors make the city particularly beautiful during the evening hours when the low sun creates a very dramatic lighting.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Camping Tours in Uganda, The Best Safaris in Uganda, The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Morocco.
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Kampala Prices
Uganda PricesMarrakech Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKampala $76Marrakech $100
The average daily cost (per person) in Kampala is $76, while the average daily cost in Marrakech is $100. 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 Marrakech in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKampala $59Marrakech $57
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKampala $118Marrakech $114
Compare Hotels in Kampala and Marrakech
Looking for a hotel in Kampala or Marrakech? 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 Marrakech Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kampala $2.50Marrakech $13
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Kampala
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Kampala are as follows:
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Taxi around town$4.01
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kampala
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kampala:
- Uganda Equator Line tour in Kayabwe with Lunch & transfers: $140
- The best Half day Kampala City Tour with Transfers: $110
- Private Transfer from Kampala to Entebbe Airport (EBB) Uganda: $79
- Private Transfer from Entebbe Airport (EBB) Uganda to Kampala: $79
- Private Entebbe Airport Transfer Pick-Up and Drop-off 24/7: $80
- Private Airport & In-Country Transfers in Central Uganda: $60
- 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
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Marrakech
Also for Marrakech, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- "Marrakech to Fes: Your Private Transfer for a Smooth Journey": $270
- "Marrakech to Rabat: Enjoy a Private Transfer with Ease": $146
- Agafay Camel Ride, Pool & Lunch with Hotel Transfers: $24
- Agafay Desert Pool Day Pass with Lunch & Transfers from Marrakech: $123
- Agafay Desert Pool Day with Camel Ride, Lunch & Hotel Transfer: $33
- Agafay Desert, 2H of Quad Biking, tea & transfer from Marrakech: $34
- Airport Transfer Ride: $21
- Airport Transfers: $24
- Airport Transfert: $14
- Arrival Private Transfer: Marrakech Menara Airport RAK to Marrakech in Van: $52
- Day Trip to Essaouira with private transfers and guide: $257
- ESSAOUIRA Day Trip from Marrakech with Transfers: $32
Is it cheaper to fly into Kampala or Marrakech?
Prices for flights to both Marrakech 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 $15Marrakech $28
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$1.60
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kampala
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kampala.
- Private Ugandan Food Cooking Class and Culture Experience: $55
- Kampala Kitchens Food Tour with 12+ Tastings: $59
- Kampala Local Cooking Experience: $80
- Amazing Race - Food Tour: $103
- Fishing Village Food Tour & Luwombo Stop: $119
Typical Food Prices in Marrakech
For Marrakech, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Orange Juice on the Square$0.32
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Breakfast$1.29
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Dates$0.64
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Olives$0.97
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Sandwich$1.39
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Souvenir Spices$6.66
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Marrakech
For Marrakech, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Camel Ride and Sunset & Dinner Show in Agafay Desert: $12
- Agafay Desert Dinner & Live Show: $12
- Ourika Valley Cooking Class, Garden Lunch & Pool from Marrakech: $12
- Morocco's Top Cooking Classes For Authentic berber Cuisine in the Atlas Mountain: $13
- Agafay Desert Quad Bike Camel Ride and Dinner Show: $14
- Agafay Desert Quad and Camel Ride, Dinner & Show: $15
- Agafay Desert Quad Biking & Camel Ride & Dinner & Show: $15
- Agafay desert dinner show camel ride with sunset: $15
- Cooking Class in the hearth of the Atlas Mountain from Marrakech With locals: $15
- Agafay Desert Sunset and Camel Ride with Dinner from Marrakech: $15
- Agafay Desert Camel Ride with Dinner and Fire Show from Marrakech: $18
- Agafay Desert: Dinner + Show with Quad Bike & Sunset Camel Ride: $18
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kampala -Marrakech $11
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 River tour (female guided): $230
- 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 Tour of Jinja and Source of the Nile: $180
- 1 Day Uganda Equator Tour From Kampala To Kayabwe: $200
- 1 day Uganda Equator Experience: $200
- 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
Typical Entertainment Prices in Marrakech
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Marrakech's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Palace Tickets$2.15
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Golf at Atlas Golf$61
Tours and Activities in Marrakech
For Marrakech, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Agadir: Souk El Had Market & Tree-Climbing Goats Morning Tour: $4.80
- 3 Days Merzouga Sahara Desert Tour from Marrakech to Fes: $5.00
- Berber Culture Experience & Atlas Mountains Tour: $5.88
- Guided Medina Walking Tour Monuments and Souks: $10
- Small group to Atlas Mountains 4valleys;Waterfulls and camel Ride experience: $11
- Ourika Valley Waterfalls Hike & Berber Villages Tour + Lunch: $11
- TOP Marrakech : Private guided tour with your mobile: $12
- Shared Sightseeing Tour Visit to Marrakech with Licensed Guide: $12
- Discover Marrakech's Souks Handicrafts Markets Cultural Tour: $12
- Atlas Mountains and Berber Villages & Waterfalls Tour: $12
- Agafay Desert & Atlas Mountains Tour With Camel Ride: $12
- Berber Life Experience in the Atlas Mountains from Marrakech: $13
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKampala -Marrakech $10
Sample the Local Flavors in Marrakech
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Marrakech:
- Private Vineyard Day from Marrakech Wine Tasting and City Tour: $129
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kampala and Marrakech, we can see that Marrakech 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 Marrakech would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Marrakech 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 Marrakech Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kampala or Marrakech?
Kampala has a larger population, and is about 61% larger than the population of Marrakech. When comparing the sizes of Kampala and Marrakech, 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.