Which place is cheaper, Merzouga or Kerala?
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 Kerala or Merzouga?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Kerala or Merzouga, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Kerala or Merzouga?
Kerala
Palm trees, sandy beaches, and vibrant culture. You'll find all of these things in Kerala, India. Located in the south of the country, Kerala is known as one of the top ten paradises in the world.
This area is covered in a beautiful, natural ecosystem including backwaters, mountains, coconuts and spices. The heavy, yearlong rains provide lush and gorgeous vegetation, and earn the area a spot on the list of the wettest spots on earth.
Kerala is very different from the rest of India. For one, this area is the most literate and diverse area in in the country with churches, mosques, Hindu temples and even synagogues. This states' education and healthcare are far beyond the rest of the country- putting them on par with many Western areas of the world. However, even though this area is incredibly diverse and progressive, do not expect everyone to speak or understand English.
The best part is that this area is by far the safest in all of India. There is almost no incidence of tourists being cheated or taken for granted.
Merzouga
Let's say you want to truly get away. I don't mean putting your ear buds in on some beach with a stronger on the next chair over. I mean really get away, and find yourself deserted. Merzouga, Morocco lets you do just that. This land of sand dune after sand dune is ideal for anyone yearning to ride a camel to the ends of civilization. And you'll find plenty of options to get here with a tour, or even on your own.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to Morocco, and The Best Luxury Tours to Morocco.
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Kerala Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKerala $458Merzouga $23
The average daily cost (per person) in Kerala is $458, while the average daily cost in Merzouga is $23. 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 Kerala and Merzouga in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKerala $252Merzouga $11
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKerala $504Merzouga $22
Compare Hotels in Kerala and Merzouga
Looking for a hotel in Kerala or Merzouga? 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: Merzouga Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kerala $36Merzouga -
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kerala
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kerala:
- Kochi Airport (COK ) Private Transfer- to/from Kochi hotels: $6.51
- Kochi: Kathakali, Theyyam & Kalaripayattu Show with Transfers: $11
- Cochin Airport One Way Transfer(Private): $14
- Affordable Trivandrum Airport Transfer: $15
- Theyyam and Kalaripayattu Show in Kochi with Transfer: $17
- Kochi Airport Transfers : Budget Sedan and SUV Cabs: $18
- Private Transfer: Cochin Airport (COK) to Fort Kochi/City Hotels: $20
- Cochin - private arrival transfer from airport to hotel: $25
- Private Arrival Transfer: Trivandrum Airport to City Hotels: $30
- Private Transfer: Cochin Airport (COK) to Kochi Hotels: $32
- Private Transfer: Trivandrum Airport (TRV) to Kovalam Hotels: $35
- Airport Transfer: Cochin Port Cruise Terminal to Cochin International Airport: $35
Is it cheaper to fly into Kerala or Merzouga?
Prices for flights to both Merzouga and Kerala 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 dayKerala $162Merzouga $11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kerala
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kerala.
- Enjoy the best Food tour in kochi with a local !: $19
- Kerala Traditional Village Cooking Class in Munnar: $20
- Private candle light dinner: $20
- WE COOKS- Home Cooking Class in Munnar: $23
- Hands-on Authentic Keralite Cooking Class - Learn, Cook, Eat & Enjoy!: $35
- Cooking classes @ Aryavilla heritage, Varkala: $41
- Biryani - Cooking Class in Fort Kochi: $54
- Biryani Cooking class with House Chef: $54
- Kerala Muslim Cooking Class with a Riverfront View in Kochi: $69
- Private Traditional Home Cooking Class in Kochi with Archana: $70
- Group Kerala Cooking Demo & Home Dining Experience in Kochi: $75
- Kerala Cooking Class with Charming Freeda in her Kochi Home: $79
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Merzouga
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Merzouga.
- Exclusive Merzouga Desert Safari: Camel Ride, Sandsurf & Dinner: $52
- Private trip 4x4 in Merzouga Lunch with Berber Pizza: $59
- Cooking class in Merzouga Make Berber Madfouna in Sand: $59
- Merzouga Luxury AC/ Heating Camp: Camel Ride, Dinner & breakfast: $65
- Overnight At Luxury Desert Camp with Camel Ride and Dinner: $89
- Visit The Nomads, Gnawa Music, Rally In Dunes, Berber Pizza: $89
- Magical Dinner and Camel Trek with 1 Night In Merzouga Luxury Desert Camp: $105
- Merzouga 1 Night in the Luxury Camp with Camel Ride and Dinner: $107
- Merzouga Desert Sunset Dinner and Stargazing Tour: $142
- From 2-Nights In Luxury Camp with Camel Trek & Dinner.: $178
- 2 Nights Private Camp in Merzouga with Dinner and Camel Ride: $200
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kerala $76Merzouga -
Tours and Activities in Kerala
Here are a few actual costs in Kerala for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 5 Days Luxury Kerala Tour with Houseboat Experience Private Tour: $4.34
- Best of 8-Day Private Tour with Hotel & Houseboat Stay: $5.42
- Tuk-Tuk Shopping Tour in Kochi – Spices,Crafts,Silks & Souvenirs: $6.00
- Kochi Sightseeing Tuk-Tuk Tour With Pickup From Cruise Ships: $7.16
- Local Kochi Sightseeing Tuk-Tuk Tour: $8.00
- Fort Kochi Tuk-Tuk Sightseeing Tour with Local Guide: $8.50
- Cruise Pickup Tuk Tuk Heritage Tour in Fort Kochi: $8.68
- Kochi Sightseeing Tuk-Tuk Tour: $8.68
- Fort Kochi Local Sightseeing Tour: $9.00
- Half-Day Private Tuk Tuk Tour in Fort Kochi: $9.31
- Shikara Boat Tour Alleppey Backwater Fantastic Boat Cruise: $9.49
- Authentic Tuk Tuk Heritage Tour of Kochi with Local Guide: $9.76
Tours and Activities in Merzouga
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Merzouga are as follows:
- Buggy Adventure in Merzouga Erg Chebbi: $2.84
- Merzouga Sunset Adventure: Camel, Quad, Buggy or 4WD: $23
- From Erg Chebbi "Buggy & Quad bike Tour ": $24
- Camel Ride Experience: $30
- Merzouga dunes quad biking & Sandboarding Experience: $33
- ATV Quad bikes in sahara dunes experience & sandboarding: $35
- Desert 4×4 Tour Around Merzouga: $36
- Adventure in Merzouga with Quads, Jeep Tours, Camel Ride camping: $36
- 4x4 Adventure To Visit Nomads & Khamlia Experience.: $36
- 2 Hour Quad Desert Experience with Sandboarding: $37
- 4x4 tours in Merzouga: $38
- Quad Biking Desert Tour in Erg Chebbi Dunes: $39
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKerala $72Merzouga -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kerala and Merzouga, we can see that Kerala is more expensive. And not only is Merzouga much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Kerala is in Asia and Merzouga 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 Merzouga would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Merzouga 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 Kerala would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kerala than you might in Merzouga.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kerala Expensive? and Is Merzouga Expensive?.
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.