Which place is cheaper, Zagora or Lake Nakuru?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Lake Nakuru or Zagora?
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 Zagora. 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 Zagora?
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.
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 Family-Friendly Tours to Kenya, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Kenya, The Best Adventure Tours to Morocco, and The Best Cultural Tours in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLake Nakuru $116Zagora $52
The average daily cost (per person) in Lake Nakuru is $116, while the average daily cost in Zagora is $52. 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 Zagora in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLake Nakuru $45Zagora $37
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLake Nakuru $90Zagora $74
Compare Hotels in Lake Nakuru and Zagora
Looking for a hotel in Lake Nakuru 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: Zagora Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lake Nakuru $41Zagora $1.47
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zagora
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zagora:
- Airport Private Transfer: $36
Is it cheaper to fly into Lake Nakuru or Zagora?
Prices for flights to both Zagora 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 $41Zagora $13
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lake Nakuru $36Zagora $2.95
Tours and Activities in Zagora
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Zagora are as follows:
- 2 Days Tour to Zagora Desert with sunset from Marrakech: $85
- 2 days tour from Zagora to Erg Chegaga: $140
- 2-Day Sahara Adventure to Zagora and Ait Ben Haddou: $105
- From Agadir 4 Days 3 nights Sahara Tour to Marrakeche: $1,010
- From Agadir or Taghazout: 2-Day Sahara Desert Tour to Zagora: $362
- From Agadir or Taghazout: 2-Day Sahara Desert Tour to Zagora: $374
- From Agadir or Taghazout: 2-Day Sahara Desert Tour to Zagora: $388
- From 2-Day Desert Tour to Erg Chegaga: $295
- Private Day Camel Trekking Tour in Draa Valley from Zagora: $221
- Zagora to Erg chigaga desert tour & 4x4 (All-inclusive) 2-Days: $169
- Zagora to Erg chigaga desert tour & 4x4 and camel ride : $110
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLake Nakuru $7.63Zagora -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lake Nakuru and Zagora, we can see that Lake Nakuru 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 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 Zagora.
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 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.