Which place is cheaper, Meknes 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.
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Should you visit Kruger National Park or Meknes?
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 Meknes can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Kruger National Park or Meknes?
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.
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 Hiking & Trekking Tours in South Africa, The Best 10-Day Tours in South Africa, The Best Adventure Tours to Morocco, and The Best Cultural Tours in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKruger National Park $96Meknes $57
The average daily cost (per person) in Kruger National Park is $96, while the average daily cost in Meknes is $57. 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 Meknes in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKruger National Park $49Meknes $26
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKruger National Park $98Meknes $52
Compare Hotels in Kruger National Park and Meknes
Looking for a hotel in Kruger National Park 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: Kruger National Park Hotel Prices and Meknes Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kruger National Park $25Meknes $1.46
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: $191
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Meknes
Also for Meknes, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from fez to Rabat or from Rabat to Fes: $119
- Private Transfer From Meknes to Fez: $96
- Private Transfer From Fez To Meknes: $96
- One Way Transfer from Fes To Chefchaouen Via Volubilis: $114
Is it cheaper to fly into Kruger National Park or Meknes?
Prices for flights to both Meknes 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
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Food Meals for one dayKruger National Park $28Meknes $25
Typical Food Prices in Meknes
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Meknes:
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Popcorn$0.20
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Spices$2.50
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: $96
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kruger National Park $22Meknes $3.56
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:
- 90-minute Elephant Watching Experience in Hoedspruit : $75
- Full Day Kruger National Park Tour: $99
- Kruger National Park Full Day Safari Tour: $213
- Kruger National Park Sunrise Half-Day Safari Tour: $185
- 3-Day Safari Tour and Treehouse Stay: $714
- Kruger Safari Tour - Morning Half Day: $60
- Private 4x4 Safari Tour in Kruger National Park: $114
- Private Full Day Kruger National Park Safari Tour from Hoedspruit: $185
- Sabie Game Reserve Sunset Safari Tour with Sundowners: $159
Tours and Activities in Meknes
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Meknes.
- Fes to Volubilis via Meknes and Moulay Idriss Day Tour: $17
- From Fez: Volubilis, Moulay Idriss and Meknes Full Day Tour: $16
- From Rabat: Volubilis and Meknes Full-day Tour: $260
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKruger National Park $4.27Meknes $2.63
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$4.60
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kruger National Park and Meknes, we can see that Kruger National Park 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 Kruger National Park would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kruger National Park 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 Kruger National Park Expensive? and Is Meknes Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Kruger National Park or Meknes?
Kruger National Park has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Meknes experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Kruger National Park or Meknes in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Kruger National Park and Meknes. Meknes attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the summer, Kruger National Park is a little warmer than Meknes. Typically, the summer temperatures in Kruger National Park in January average around 28°C (83°F), and Meknes averages at about 23°C (73°F)in July.
In January, Kruger National Park usually receives more rain than Meknesin July. Kruger National Park gets 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Meknes receives 0 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures January and JulyKruger National Park 28°C (83°F)Meknes 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Kruger National Park or Meknes in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Kruger National Park as well as Meknes. The warm climate attracts visitors to Meknes throughout the year.
In April, Kruger National Park is generally a little warmer than Meknesin October. Daily temperatures in Kruger National Park average around 24°C (76°F), and Meknes fluctuates around 19°C (67°F).
Kruger National Park usually gets less rain in April than Meknesin October. Kruger National Park gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Meknes receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures April and OctoberKruger National Park 24°C (76°F)Meknes 19°C (67°F)
Should I visit Kruger National Park or Meknes in the Winter?
Both Meknes and Kruger National Park are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Meknes because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Kruger National Park is a little warmer than Meknes in the winter. The daily temperature in Kruger National Park averages around 18°C (64°F) in July, and Meknes fluctuates around 12°C (54°F)in January.
In July, Kruger National Park usually receives less rain than Meknesin January. Kruger National Park gets 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Meknes receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures July and JanuaryKruger National Park 18°C (64°F)Meknes 12°C (54°F)
Should I visit Kruger National Park or Meknes in the Spring?
Both Meknes and Kruger National Park during the spring are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Meknes year-round.
In the spring, Kruger National Park is much warmer than Meknes. Typically, the spring temperatures in Kruger National Park in October average around 25°C (77°F), and Meknes averages at about 16°C (60°F)in April.
Kruger National Park usually gets less rain in October than Meknesin April. Kruger National Park gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Meknes receives 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures October and AprilKruger National Park 25°C (77°F)Meknes 16°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Meknes and Kruger National Park
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 28°C (83°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (76°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| May | 21°C (69°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 20°C (67°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 9 mm (0.3 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Dec | 28°C (82°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
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.