A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Karnataka vs. Zagora for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Karnataka or Zagora?

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

Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Karnataka and Zagora. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.

Where Should I go: Karnataka or Zagora?

Karnataka

Karnataka is a state of southern India consisting of some of the country's most beautiful beaches along its coast and an inland area of mountains, valleys, and farmland. Visitors come to the region to experience the flavors and culture of south India, see its many ancient temples, and admire its natural features and wildlife.

Zagora

A small town in southern Morocco, Zagora is a popular base camp for excursions on foot, by camel, or four wheel drive vehicles into the surrounding desert. One of the most famous and historic treks is the ancient caravan route to Timbuktu, marked by a famous sign at the end of town - indicating a journey of "52 days" by camel.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in India, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in India, The Best Adventure Tours to Morocco, and The Best Cultural Tours in Morocco.


Which place is cheaper, Zagora or Karnataka?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Karnataka is $33, while the average daily cost in Zagora is $50. 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 Karnataka and Zagora in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Karnataka $15
    Zagora $36
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Karnataka $30
    Zagora $72
Compare Hotels in Karnataka and Zagora

Looking for a hotel in Karnataka or Zagora? 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 Karnataka


Hotels in Zagora


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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: Zagora Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Karnataka $4.89
    Zagora $1.42

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zagora

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zagora:

  • Airport Private Transfer: $36

Is it cheaper to fly into Karnataka or Zagora?

Prices for flights to both Zagora and Karnataka 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
    Karnataka $11
    Zagora $13

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Karnataka $9.72
    Zagora $2.85

Tours and Activities in Karnataka

For Karnataka, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Treasures of Nandi : Biking Adventure: $197

Tours and Activities in Zagora

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

  • 2 days tour from Zagora to Erg Chegaga: $137
  • From Agadir 4 Days 3 night Désert Tours to Marrakech: $1,335
  • From Agadir or Taghazout: 2-Day Sahara Desert Tour to Zagora: $355
  • From Agadir or Taghazout: 2-Day Sahara Desert Tour to Zagora: $357
  • From Agadir or Taghazout: 2-Day Sahara Desert Tour to Zagora: $377
  • From 2-Day Desert Tour to Erg Chegaga: $290
  • Marrakech: 2-Day Sahara Desert Tour Zagora & BenHaddou: $112
  • Private Day Camel Trekking Tour in Draa Valley from Zagora: $215
  • Zagora to Erg chigaga desert tour & 4x4 (All-inclusive) 2-Days: $164
  • Zagora to Erg chigaga desert tour & 4x4 (All-inclusive) 2-Days: $164

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Karnataka $8.70
    Zagora -


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Karnataka and Zagora, we can see that Zagora is more expensive. And not only is Karnataka much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Karnataka is in Asia and Zagora is in Africa, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Karnataka would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Karnataka 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 Zagora would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Zagora than you might in Karnataka.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Karnataka Expensive? and Is Zagora Expensive?.


Which has a larger population, Karnataka or Zagora?

Karnataka has a larger population, and is about 1580 times larger than the population of Zagora. When comparing the sizes of Karnataka and Zagora, 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.