Which place is cheaper, Zagora 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 Zagora?
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 Zagora can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Kruger National Park or Zagora?
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.
Zagora
A small town in southern Morocco, Zagora is a popular base camp for excursions on foot, by camel, or four wheel drive vehicles into the surrounding desert. One of the most famous and historic treks is the ancient caravan route to Timbuktu, marked by a famous sign at the end of town - indicating a journey of "52 days" by camel.
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 $100Zagora $66
The average daily cost (per person) in Kruger National Park is $100, while the average daily cost in Zagora is $66. 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 Zagora in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKruger National Park $51Zagora $40
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKruger National Park $102Zagora $80
Compare Hotels in Kruger National Park and Zagora
Looking for a hotel in Kruger National Park or Zagora? 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 Zagora Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kruger National Park $26Zagora $1.58
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kruger National Park
Also for Kruger National Park, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Shuttle Transfer from Greater Kruger to Gauteng: $65
- Transfer - Skukuza Airport to Southern Sabi Sand Reserve: $90
Is it cheaper to fly into Kruger National Park or Zagora?
Prices for flights to both Zagora 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 $29Zagora $25
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: $151
- Bush Braai Dinner and Game Drive Kruger Park Plus : $178
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Zagora
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Zagora.
- Morocco Cooking Class Tour with local market visit : $40
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kruger National Park $23Zagora $3.16
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:
- Citrus farm tours with Primos gin tastings: $24
- 90-minute Elephant Watching Experience in Hoedspruit : $78
- Full-Day Guided Tour in the Kruger National Park: $89
- Private 4x4 Safari Tour in Kruger National Park: $119
- Full-Day Panorama Tour in Mpumalanga Province: $133
- Sabie Game Reserve Sunset Safari Tour with Sundowners: $166
- Private Guided Panorama Full Day Tour : $182
- Kruger National Park Full Day Safari Tour: $237
- 3-Day Safari Tour and Treehouse Stay: $781
Tours and Activities in Zagora
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Zagora are as follows:
- 2 days tour from Zagora to Erg Chegaga: $150
- Private Day Camel Trekking Tour in Draa Valley from Zagora: $236
- Zagora to Erg chigaga desert tour & 4x4 (All-inclusive) 2-Days: $180
- Zagora to Erg chigaga desert tour & 4x4 and camel ride : $192
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKruger National Park $4.45Zagora -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kruger National Park and Zagora, we can see that Kruger National Park is more expensive. And not only is Zagora much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Zagora would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Zagora 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 Zagora.
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 Zagora 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.