Which place is cheaper, Chefchaouen or Lake Nakuru?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Lake Nakuru or Chefchaouen?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Lake Nakuru and Chefchaouen. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Lake Nakuru or Chefchaouen?
Lake Nakuru
Lake Nakuru is one of Kenya's 23 National Parks, also qualifying as one of the two Premium Parks in the country. Located in central Kenya, about 90 miles west of Nairobi, the area encompasses a large lake as well as the surrounding wooded grasslands. A naturalist's paradise, Lake Nakuru is home to wildlife like flamingos, other water birds, and the black and white rhinoceros.
Chefchaouen
To feel like you've really stepped back in time to the glory days of Morocco, you're going to want to spend time in Chefchaouen. This town's beautiful medina is filled with white washed buildings with blue highlights. The wandering alleyways provide a fairy tale setting where you can relax for a few days. This mountainous region is a humble example of the classic picture of this area. Set against the backdrop of the Rif Mountains, the white and powder blue accented buildings and call to calls to prayer throughout the day let every visitor know they've arrived in a relaxing spot of peace and serenity.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Kenya, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Kenya, The Best Budget Tours to Morocco, and The Best Luxury Tours to Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLake Nakuru $116Chefchaouen $59
The average daily cost (per person) in Lake Nakuru is $116, while the average daily cost in Chefchaouen is $59. 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 Lake Nakuru and Chefchaouen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLake Nakuru $45Chefchaouen $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLake Nakuru $90Chefchaouen $50
Compare Hotels in Lake Nakuru and Chefchaouen
Looking for a hotel in Lake Nakuru or Chefchaouen? 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: Chefchaouen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lake Nakuru $41Chefchaouen $16
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Chefchaouen
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Chefchaouen:
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Taxi Ride$1.03
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Chefchaouen
Also for Chefchaouen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- transfers from Chefchaouen to Fez (Door to Door): $110
- Transfer to/from Tangier and Chefchaouen: $117
- Transfer to/from Tangier and Chefchaouen: $196
- Transfer from Fez to Chefchaouen with small group (one way): $34
- Transfer from Fez to Chefchaouen go and back (Both ways): $202
- Transfer Private From Chefchaouen To Tangier: $76
- Transfer Private From Chefchaouen To Rabat: $179
- Transfer Private From Chefchaouen To Casablanca: $196
- Tangier to Chefchaouen private transfer: $84
- Private Transfers from Chefchaouen to Fez (one way): $103
- Private Transfer: Tanger MED Port ⇆ Chefchaouen: $130
- Private Transfer from Chefchaouen to Tanger-Ibn Batouta (TNG) Airport: $222
Is it cheaper to fly into Lake Nakuru or Chefchaouen?
Prices for flights to both Chefchaouen and Lake Nakuru 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 dayLake Nakuru $41Chefchaouen $18
Typical Food Prices in Chefchaouen
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Chefchaouen:
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Lunch for Two$9.28
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Dinner for Two$10
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Cupcake$0.31
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Nutella and Yogurt$2.06
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Chefchaouen
For Chefchaouen, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 3-Hour Cooking Class overlooking the Blue City: $55
- Chefchaouen Private Cooking Class with Mountain View: $67
- Chefchaouen Food Tour: $69
- Guided Food Tour with over 6 Tasting Stops: $71
- Discovery more Chefchaouen evening food tour with locals: $72
- Street Food Tour: $76
- Make Your Own Tajine and Pastilla Cooking Class: $79
- Funny Family Cooking Class in Blue City: $85
- 4 Hours Gourmet Cooking Class in Chefchaouen: $90
- Discovery more Chefchaouen evening food tour with locals: $90
- Private Tagine Cooking Class in Chefchaouen with Lunch: $100
- Chaouen: 4- Hour Moroccan Cooking Class: $125
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lake Nakuru $36Chefchaouen $17
Tours and Activities in Chefchaouen
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Chefchaouen.
- 2 Hours Private Chefchaouen Walking Tour: $45
- 10-Day Morocco Adventure: Casablanca to the Sahara: $4,220
- 15 Days from Casablanca To Imperial Cities And Desert Tour: $2,744
- 3 Days Tour Around Fes/Fez (With Hotel & Without ): $198
- 3-Hour Private Legacy Tour in Chefchaouen: $22
- 9-day/8 nights Tour from Casablanca, Chefchaouen, Marrakech: $2,651
- Akchour waterfalls tours : $90
- Chefchaouen Day Tour: $53
- Chefchaouen Day Tour From Tangier: $192
- Chefchaouen Photography tour: $48
- Chefchaouen tour guide: $27
- Chefchaouen with Local Eyes Guided Walking Tour: $30
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLake Nakuru $7.63Chefchaouen $14
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lake Nakuru and Chefchaouen, we can see that Lake Nakuru is more expensive. And not only is Chefchaouen much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Chefchaouen would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Chefchaouen 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 Lake Nakuru would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lake Nakuru than you might in Chefchaouen.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lake Nakuru Expensive? and Is Chefchaouen 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.