A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Kruger National Park vs. Ait Ben Haddou for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Kruger National Park or Ait Ben Haddou?

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

Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Kruger National Park and Ait Ben Haddou can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Kruger National Park or Ait Ben Haddou?

Kruger National Park

Kruger National Park, in northeast South Africa hugs the border of Mozambique in the east, Zimbabwe in the north, and the Crocodile River to the south. Covering nearly 20,000 square kilometers, it hosts a variety of habitats with a thriving population of wildlife and indigenous plant species, making it a safari destination like no other.

Ait Ben Haddou

Think of a time when you've seen Jerusalem in a movie. Chances are what you're really looking at is the traditional, mud brick city of Ait Ben Haddou, Morocco. This city on the edge of the High Atlas Mountains has been an UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987, and has also been seen in movies like Lawrence of Arabia, Orson Welles' Sodom and Gomorrah, Jesus of Nazareth, the French version of Cleopatra, Bertolucci's Sheltering Sky, Scorsese's Kundun, Gillies MacKannon's Hideous Kinky, Ridley Scott's Gladiator, Oliver Stone's Alexander the Great, and in some scenes from Game of Thrones.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in South Africa, The Best 10-Day Tours in South Africa, The Best Budget Tours to Morocco, and The Best Luxury Tours to Morocco.


Which place is cheaper, Ait Ben Haddou or Kruger National Park?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Kruger National Park is $80, while the average daily cost in Ait Ben Haddou is $70. 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 Kruger National Park and Ait Ben Haddou in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Kruger National Park $47
    Ait Ben Haddou $25
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Kruger National Park $94
    Ait Ben Haddou $50
Compare Hotels in Kruger National Park and Ait Ben Haddou

Looking for a hotel in Kruger National Park or Ait Ben Haddou? 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 Kruger National Park


Hotels in Ait Ben Haddou


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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: Kruger National Park Hotel Prices and Ait Ben Haddou Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Kruger National Park $24
    Ait Ben Haddou $29

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kruger National Park

Also for Kruger National Park, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Transfer - Skukuza Airport to Southern Sabi Sand Reserve: $180

Is it cheaper to fly into Kruger National Park or Ait Ben Haddou?

Prices for flights to both Ait Ben Haddou and Kruger National Park 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
    Kruger National Park $16
    Ait Ben Haddou $23

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kruger National Park

For Kruger National Park, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Sabi Game Reserve Sunset Safari Tour with Dinner: $134

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Kruger National Park $21
    Ait Ben Haddou $28

Tours and Activities in Kruger National Park

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

  • Kruger Safari Tour - Morning Half Day: $51
  • Kruger National Park Sunrise Half-Day Safari Tour: $174
  • 3-Day Safari Tour and Treehouse Stay: $688

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Kruger National Park $4.10
    Ait Ben Haddou $6.12


When comparing the travel costs between Kruger National Park and Ait Ben Haddou, we can see that Kruger National Park is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Africa, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kruger National Park Expensive? and Is Ait Ben Haddou Expensive?.