Which place is cheaper, Meknes 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 Meknes?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Kampala or Meknes? 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 Meknes?
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.
Meknes
So you love a bustling nightlife with fine restaurants and meaningful historical buildings, but you hate all the tourists. Well, it maybe time to visit Meknes, Morocco. Since most travelers head straight to Fez, that leaves Meknes relatively untouched and remains free of the usual hassles that plague other major destinations.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Camping Tours in Uganda, The Best Safaris in Uganda, The Best Adventure Tours to Morocco, and The Best Cultural Tours in Morocco.
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Kampala Prices
Uganda PricesMeknes Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKampala $78Meknes $61
The average daily cost (per person) in Kampala is $78, while the average daily cost in Meknes is $61. 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 Meknes in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKampala $61Meknes $28
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKampala $122Meknes $56
Compare Hotels in Kampala and Meknes
Looking for a hotel in Kampala or Meknes? 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 Meknes Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kampala $2.56Meknes $1.58
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Kampala
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Kampala are as follows:
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Taxi around town$4.10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kampala
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kampala:
- Full-Day Kampala Trip with Lunch and Hotel Transfers: $200
- Guided City Tour with Private Transfers: $150
- Full Day Kampala Religious Private Tour with Transfers: $150
- Private Transfer from Kampala to Entebbe Airport (EBB) Uganda: $77
- Private Transfer from Entebbe Airport (EBB) Uganda to Kampala: $77
- 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 Meknes
Also for Meknes, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- One Way Transfer from Fes To Chefchaouen Via Volubilis: $124
- Private Transfer from fez to Rabat or from Rabat to Fes: $152
Is it cheaper to fly into Kampala or Meknes?
Prices for flights to both Meknes 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 $15Meknes $27
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$1.64
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
- Kampala Local Cooking Experience : $80
- Night-time Boda Boda Street Food Tour: $91
- Fishing Village Food Tour & Luwombo Stop: $102
- Kampala cooking tour: $133
- Half-day Kampala City Tour and Traditional Dance Show with Dinner (7-Hours): $147
- uganda fun time (bed,breakfast, lunch and dinner ) : $154
Typical Food Prices in Meknes
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Meknes:
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Popcorn$0.22
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Spices$2.70
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Meknes
For Meknes, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Fes Medina :Grocery shopping & cooking Class with Fatima: $104
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kampala -Meknes $3.84
Tours and Activities in Kampala
Here are a few actual costs in Kampala for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 Day Jinja and the source of River Nile (Airpals Safaris Tour): $150
- 1 Day Jinja source of the Nile tour: $290
- 1 Day Kampala city tour: $162
- 1 Day Ngamba Island chimpanzee tour: $290
- 1 Day Shoebill Stork and Birding Experience : $190
- 1 Day Uganda Equator Tour.: $130
- 1 day Mabamba (Shoebill) bird watching tour - Shoebill & canoe tour: $205
- 1 day Uganda Equator Experience : $200
- 1 day kampala tour: $205
- 1-Day Uganda Rhino Trekking Tour Experience: $239
- 1/2 Mabamba Swamp Shoebill Tour : $130
- 14-Day Uganda Adventure: $18,000
Tours and Activities in Meknes
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Meknes.
- From Fez: Volubilis, Moulay Idriss and Meknes Full Day Tour: $17
- Fes to Volubilis via Meknes and Moulay Idriss Day Tour: $43
- Guided city Tour: $51
- Guided Tour with Entrance Fees: $51
- From Fez Guided Day Trip All Inclusive Tickets: $112
- From Rabat: Volubilis and Meknes Full-day Tour: $281
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKampala -Meknes $2.84
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
Typical Alcohol Prices in Meknes
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Meknes:
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Bottle of Wine$4.96
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kampala and Meknes, we can see that Kampala is more expensive. And not only is Meknes much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Meknes would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Meknes 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 Kampala would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kampala than you might in Meknes.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kampala Expensive? and Is Meknes Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kampala or Meknes?
Kampala has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Meknes. When comparing the sizes of Kampala and Meknes, 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.