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

Should you visit Kruger National Park or Tangier?

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

Where Should I go: Kruger National Park or Tangier?

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.

Tangier

Welcome to the gateway to Africa. Sitting on the coast of the Strait of Gibraltar, Tangier, Morocco has historically served as the meeting point of the Mediterranean and Africa.

After World War II, this city became a destination for eccentric foreigners, artists, spies and hippies. After that, the city was neglected and gained a horrible reputation for the hustlers cheating visitors left and right.

In 1999 Morocco saw the beginning of a new monarch who was more progressive with his vision for tourism. This message lit a fire under Tangier, helping the people see the amazing potential in their great city. They built a new port, a new business district and revamped the airport. The beaches and streets have been cleaned up of trash and hustlers and there's a sudden surge in cultural activities.

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 10-Day Tours in Morocco, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Morocco.


Which place is cheaper, Tangier 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 Tangier is $83. 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 Tangier in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Kruger National Park $55
    Tangier $25
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Kruger National Park $110
    Tangier $50
Compare Hotels in Kruger National Park and Tangier

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


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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 Tangier Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Kruger National Park $28
    Tangier $26

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: $96

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tangier

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

  • private transfer: Tangier airport to your hotel in the city: $35
  • Vip Private Transfer to Chefchaouen from Tangier or Vice Versa: $85
  • Vip Private Transfer From Airport / Port to Tangier or Vice Versa: $53
  • VIP Private Direct Transfer From Tangier To Fes: $159
  • Transfers from Tangier to chefchaouen "blue city": $71
  • Transfers from - to Tangier airport: $29
  • Transfers From Tangier To Tetouan: $50
  • Transfers From Tangier To Chefchaouen-Asilah-Fes-Casablanca .: $142
  • Transfers From Tangier Airport to Asilah: $55
  • Transfer from Tangier airport / port to Tetouan: $94
  • Transfer from Tangier Airport Port City center or Train Station: $37
  • Transfer from Ibn Battuta airport to Tangier center: $46

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

Prices for flights to both Tangier 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
    Tangier $38

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: $159
  • No1 Rated Sunset Game Drive and Bush Dinner: $171

Typical Food Prices in Tangier

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tangier:


  • Fruit & Yogurt
    $1.85

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tangier

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

  • Tangier Tastes Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $59
  • Souk Secrets Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $59
  • Tangier Food Tour: Markets, Street Food & Seafood Lunch: $68
  • Tasting Tangier Food Tour: $75
  • Cooking and eating with a local family: $77
  • Tangier food tour: $77
  • Inclusive Beach Camel Ride, Cap Spartel, Hercules & Full Dinner: $78
  • Tangier Private Cooking Class With a Local Family: $78
  • Moroccan 3 in 1 Cooking Experience: $83
  • The Food tour of Tangier: $83
  • Tangier Food Tour: $84
  • Tangier Food Tour with Souq Visit and Moroccan Cooking Workshop: $92

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Kruger National Park $24
    Tangier $22

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: $93
  • Boat & Safari Combo - Blyde Dam Boat Cruise & Private Safari: $202
  • Full-Day Guided Tour in the Kruger National Park: $93
  • Hoedspruit Kruger National Park Full Day Safari Tour: $159
  • Johannesburg Highlights & Scenic City Tour: $124
  • Kruger National Park Full Day Safari Tour: $189
  • Kruger National Park Guided Day Tour including Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off: $103
  • Kruger National Park Half Day Tour from Hoedspruit: $101
  • 3-Day Safari Tour and Treehouse Stay: $781
  • Private 4x4 Safari Tour in Kruger National Park: $125
  • Private Guided Panorama Full Day Tour: $272

Tours and Activities in Tangier

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tangier.

  • 2 Days Luxury Tour to Merzouga Desert from Fez with Small Group: $271
  • 2 Days Tour of Tangier & Chefchaouen JC Private Tours: $195
  • 3 Day Tangier to Marrakech Desert Tour via Chefchaouen: $270
  • 3 Hours Small Group Guided Tour of Tangier: $34
  • 3 Hours Tangier Walking Tour: $45
  • 3 Hours Tour Cap spartel & Hercules caves with a Camel ride: $71
  • 3-Hour Private Enchanting Tangier Coastal Adventure: $39
  • 3-Hour Private Tour in Tangier With Lunch: $142
  • 3H -4H Private Walking Tour in Tangier Medina & Colorful Souks: $118
  • 3h Private Walking Tour in Tangier Kasbah Medina & Colorful Souks: $59
  • 3h Private Walking Tour of Kasbah, Medina & Souks: $63
  • 4 Hour Deluxe Private Guided Tour of Tangier: $78

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Kruger National Park $4.73
    Tangier $12


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kruger National Park and Tangier, we can see that Kruger National Park is more expensive. And not only is Tangier much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Tangier would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tangier 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 Tangier.

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 Tangier Expensive?.



When is the best time to visit Kruger National Park or Tangier?

Kruger National Park has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Tangier experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Kruger National Park or Tangier in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Kruger National Park and Tangier. Tangier attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In January, Kruger National Park is generally a little warmer than Tangierin July. Daily temperatures in Kruger National Park average around 28°C (83°F), and Tangier fluctuates around 24°C (74°F).

In January, Kruger National Park usually receives more rain than Tangierin July. Kruger National Park gets 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures January and July
    Kruger National Park 28°C (83°F) 
    Tangier 24°C (74°F)

Should I visit Kruger National Park or Tangier in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Kruger National Park as well as Tangier. The warm climate attracts visitors to Tangier throughout the year.

Kruger National Park is a little warmer than Tangier in the autumn. The daily temperature in Kruger National Park averages around 24°C (76°F) in April, and Tangier fluctuates around 20°C (68°F)in October.

Kruger National Park usually gets less rain in April than Tangierin October. Kruger National Park gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures April and October
    Kruger National Park 24°C (76°F) 
    Tangier 20°C (68°F)

Should I visit Kruger National Park or Tangier in the Winter?

Both Tangier and Kruger National Park are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Tangier because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

In the winter, Kruger National Park is a little warmer than Tangier. Typically, the winter temperatures in Kruger National Park in July average around 18°C (64°F), and Tangier averages at about 13°C (55°F)in January.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Tangier. In July, Kruger National Park usually receives less rain than Tangierin January. Kruger National Park gets 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures July and January
    Kruger National Park 18°C (64°F) 
    Tangier 13°C (55°F)

Should I visit Kruger National Park or Tangier in the Spring?

Both Tangier and Kruger National Park during the spring are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Tangier year-round.

In October, Kruger National Park is generally much warmer than Tangierin April. Daily temperatures in Kruger National Park average around 25°C (77°F), and Tangier fluctuates around 15°C (60°F).

Kruger National Park usually gets less rain in October than Tangierin April. Kruger National Park gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures October and April
    Kruger National Park 25°C (77°F) 
    Tangier 15°C (60°F)

Typical Weather for Tangier and Kruger National Park

Kruger National Park Tangier
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 28°C (83°F) 95 mm (3.7 in) 13°C (55°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Feb 28°C (82°F) 98 mm (3.9 in) 13°C (56°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Mar 27°C (81°F) 66 mm (2.6 in) 14°C (57°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Apr 24°C (76°F) 38 mm (1.5 in) 15°C (60°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
May 21°C (69°F) 15 mm (0.6 in) 18°C (64°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Jun 17°C (63°F) 11 mm (0.4 in) 21°C (69°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)
Jul 18°C (64°F) 11 mm (0.4 in) 24°C (74°F) 2 mm (0.1 in)
Aug 20°C (67°F) 8 mm (0.3 in) 24°C (75°F) 3 mm (0.1 in)
Sep 23°C (73°F) 28 mm (1.1 in) 23°C (73°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)
Oct 25°C (77°F) 41 mm (1.6 in) 20°C (68°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Nov 26°C (79°F) 64 mm (2.5 in) 16°C (61°F) 135 mm (5.3 in)
Dec 28°C (82°F) 92 mm (3.6 in) 13°C (56°F) 129 mm (5.1 in)