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

Should you visit Kruger National Park or Fez?

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 Fez can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Kruger National Park or Fez?

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.

Fez

Fez is the historical capital of Morocco and has one of the country's most impressive and elaborate medinas. It's authentic and traditional atmosphere attracts travelers from all over the world. It's fun to wander the city's elaborate alleyways, sample the food, and soak up the sights and smells. In Fez's medina you'll find donkeys, carts, spices, and pottery. You'll find traditional foods, locals bartering for goods, and religious buildings that date back hundreds of years. The medina is also the world's largest car free urban zone.

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 Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco.


Which place is cheaper, Fez or Kruger National Park?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Kruger National Park is $106, while the average daily cost in Fez is $93. 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 Fez in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Kruger National Park $55
    Fez $35
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Kruger National Park $110
    Fez $70
Compare Hotels in Kruger National Park and Fez

Looking for a hotel in Kruger National Park or Fez? 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 Fez


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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 Fez Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Kruger National Park $28
    Fez $17

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: $94

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fez

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Fez:


  • Taxi Ride
    $2.18

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fez

Also for Fez, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • transfer from fes to chefchaouen: $85
  • private transfer fes to casablanca: $125
  • private transfer fes casablanca: $114
  • private one-way transfer from Fes to Marrrakech: $237
  • Transfer from Fez to Rabat (Private): $188
  • Transfer from Fez to Chefchaouen with small group (one way): $38
  • Transfer from Fez to Casablanca (private): $220
  • Transfer from Fes to Rabat: $152
  • Transfer from Fes to Casablanca: $177
  • Transfer from Airport Fez to an Hotel in Fez (Including SIM Card): $12
  • Transfer from Airport Fez to an Hotel in Fez: $12
  • Transfer from Airport Fez to an Hotel in Fez: $12

Is it cheaper to fly into Kruger National Park or Fez?

Prices for flights to both Fez 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 $31
    Fez $45

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:

  • Safari Game Drive and Dinner in the Bush near Hoedspruit: $160

Typical Food Prices in Fez

For Fez, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Yogurt
    $0.65
  • Dinner for 2
    $13

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Fez

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

  • Fez Rooftop Sunset Tea & Dinner at Palais Traditionnel: $12
  • Cooking Class Experience in Fes: $37
  • Moroccan Cooking Class and Lunch in a Traditional Riad: $39
  • Fez Cooking Class at a Traditional Riad with Market Visit: $40
  • Family Dinner in Fes with Tea and Fun Stories: $45
  • fez Cooking Class Moroccan cuisine with Market Visit: $47
  • cooking classe in fes with ouliya: $47
  • Cooking Class with Bread Workshop and Pastry in Fes: $47
  • Moroccan Cuisine Fez Cooking Class: $53
  • Best cooking class in Fès with real Familly: $53
  • Fez Souk tour & traditional Home Cooking: $53
  • Moroccan Cooking Class and Fez Market Visit and Meal: $55

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Kruger National Park $24
    Fez $9.85

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:

  • 1 Hour Quad Bike Safari Adventure and Zipline: $69
  • 90-minute Elephant Watching Experience in Hoedspruit: $94
  • Boat & Safari Combo - Blyde Dam Boat Cruise & Private Safari: $204
  • Full-Day Guided Tour in the Kruger National Park: $94
  • Full-Day Panorama Tour in Mpumalanga Province: $191
  • Hoedspruit Kruger National Park Full Day Safari Tour: $160
  • Johannesburg Highlights & Scenic City Tour: $125
  • Kruger National Park Full Day Safari Tour: $186
  • Kruger National Park Half Day Tour from Hoedspruit: $102
  • 3-Day Safari Tour and Treehouse Stay: $781
  • Private Guided Panorama Full Day Tour: $275
  • Sabie Game Reserve Sunset Safari Tour with Sundowners: $208

Typical Entertainment Prices in Fez

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Fez's activities, tours, and tickets:


  • Granary Fee
    $2.18

Tours and Activities in Fez

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

  • 2 Day Fes to Merzouga Desert Tour: $130
  • 2 Day Luxury Desert Tour from Fes to Fes or Marrakech: $130
  • 2 Day Private Fez Desert Tour to Merzouga: $231
  • 2 Days 1 Night Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech (Luxury Camp ): $154
  • 2 Days Desert Tour From Fes back to Fes: $201
  • 2 Days Desert Tour from Fes to Fes/Marrakech via Erg Chebbi: $101
  • 2 Days Fes Desert Tour with Night luxury Tent & Quad/Camel ride: $149
  • 2 Days Luxury Tour to Merzouga Desert from Fez with Small Group: $272
  • 2 Days Tour From Fes To Marrakech Via Merzouga Desert: $154
  • 2-Day Desert Tour From Fes To Merzouga/Marrakech: $130
  • 2-Day Desert Tour from Fes to Fes or Marrakech with Camel Trek: $95
  • 2-Day Guided Tour from Fes to the Desert: $178

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Kruger National Park $4.73
    Fez $13

Sample the Local Flavors in Fez

Also in Fez, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Full Day Boutique Winery and Wine Tasting Tour from Fez to Meknes: $176


When comparing the travel costs between Kruger National Park and Fez, 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 Fez Expensive?.