Which place is cheaper, Kruger National Park or Luxor?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Luxor or Kruger National Park?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Luxor or Kruger National Park? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Luxor or Kruger National Park?
Luxor
Egypt is surely on the top of every history lover's bucket list. Nowhere is the history more engrossing than in Luxor. From amazing monuments dating back to ancient Thebes to rows of temples up the Nile, this remarkable city is full the stories of past greatness.
The East Bank – or the central part of Luxor Township – is the hotbed for tourism. This is where most of the hotels and resorts are, while the West Bank is home to the ancient ruins and archaeological wonders you'll want to explore.
Before traveling to Egypt, be sure to check on the current affairs and political climate. It could have a major effect on the amount of tourists visiting, and, if conditions are too dangerous, you may want to reschedule. Also note, ladies, to avoid any issues, dress modestly. This is a very conservative region of the world. The less skin showing, the better.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Egypt, The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in South Africa, and The Best 10-Day Tours in South Africa.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLuxor $17Kruger National Park $88
The average daily cost (per person) in Luxor is $17, while the average daily cost in Kruger National Park is $88. 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 Luxor and Kruger National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLuxor $7.48Kruger National Park $52
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLuxor $15Kruger National Park $104
Compare Hotels in Luxor and Kruger National Park
Looking for a hotel in Luxor or Kruger National Park? 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: Luxor Hotel Prices and Kruger National Park Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Luxor $3.84Kruger National Park $27
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Luxor
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Luxor:
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Taxi Ride$0.41
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Luxor
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Luxor:
- private transfer from Luxor to Aswan by private Vehicle or Retuen: $85
- private Transfer from Luxor to Marsa alam by a modern car: $70
- VIP Luxor to Hurghada Transfer Luxury and Style: $65
- VIP Luxor Airport Private Transfer: $25
- Transfers from Luxor Airport to Hotels or to Nile Cruise: $10
- Transfers From Luxor Airport To Luxor Hotels: $14
- Transfer to East bank Luxor From Hotel Or Airport : $47
- Transfer from luxor to marsa alam : $150
- Transfer from luxor to Aswan passing by Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples (Optional): $105
- Transfer from Luxor to Hurghada or vice versa ( optional Denderh): $55
- Transfer from Luxor to Hurghada: $75
- Transfer from Luxor to Aswan : $68
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: $64
- Transfer - Skukuza Airport to Southern Sabi Sand Reserve: $196
Is it cheaper to fly into Luxor or Kruger National Park?
Prices for flights to both Kruger National Park and Luxor 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 dayLuxor $5.73Kruger National Park $17
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Luxor
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Luxor.
- Luxor West Bank By Night and Alabaster Museum Tour with Dinner : $19
- Sunset Dinner at a Traditional Egyptian House of Luxor: $30
- Sunset Dinner at a Traditional Egyptian House in Luxor: $40
- Riding a felucca at Sunset and Dinner an Egyptian House in Luxor: $40
- 3 Hours Culinary Journey with Family Food Tour in Luxor: $40
- Felucca and Luxor Nile Cruise Dinner: $45
- 4 Hours Culinary Journey with Local Family Food Tour in Luxor: $50
- Luxor City Private Walking and Food Tour: $50
- Sunset Dinner Cruise on the Nile in Luxor: $50
- Felucca Ride at Sunset and Dinner at an Egyptian House in Luxor: $55
- Luxor & Mummification Museums & City Tour by H. Carriage & Dinner: $70
- Private Romantic Dinner on the Nile Luxor: $70
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Luxor $6.61Kruger National Park $23
Typical Entertainment Prices in Luxor
Here are a few typical costs in Luxor for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Boat Ride (for 2)$0.56
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Temple Karnak for Two$2.69
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Camel Ride for Two$1.24
Tours and Activities in Luxor
Here are a few actual costs in Luxor for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 7 Hours Private Tour in Luxor with Lunch : $30
- Adventure Hot Air Balloon Ride Tour in Luxor: $70
- Balloon Experience with Personalized Photography: $120
- Balloon, Tour of Temples West Bank and Carter House in Luxor : $80
- Day Private Tour to Karnak and Luxor Temples: $90
- Day Tour to Hathor Temple at Dendera from Luxor by car: $90
- Day Tour to Madinet Habu Temple & the Workers Tombs: $55
- Day tour to Aswan from Luxo visit Edfu,Kom Ombo,Phila Temples & Aswan dam.: $276
- Dendera Temple Half Day Tour from Luxor: $52
- Dendera Temple from Luxor Private Tour: $49
- Dendera and Abydos private tour from Luxor: $125
- Enjoy Private full day tour Dendera & Abydos From Luxor: $65
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:
- Kruger Safari Tour - Morning Half Day: $55
- 90-minute Elephant Watching Experience in Hoedspruit : $77
- Full-Day Guided Tour in the Kruger National Park: $88
- Private 4x4 Safari Tour in Kruger National Park: $117
- Sabie Game Reserve Sunset Safari Tour with Sundowners: $146
- Private Full Day Kruger National Park Safari Tour from Hoedspruit: $190
- Kruger National Park Sunrise Half-Day Safari Tour: $190
- Kruger National Park Full Day Safari Tour: $201
- 3-Day Safari Tour and Treehouse Stay: $741
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLuxor $2.22Kruger National Park $4.51
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Luxor and Kruger National Park, we can see that Kruger National Park is more expensive. And not only is Luxor much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Luxor would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Luxor 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 Luxor.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Luxor Expensive? and Is Kruger National Park Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Luxor or Kruger National Park?
Kruger National Park has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Luxor experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Luxor or Kruger National Park in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Luxor as well as Kruger National Park. Luxor attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
It's very hot in Luxor this time of the year. Luxor is a little warmer than Kruger National Park in the summer. The daily temperature in Luxor averages around 33°C (91°F) in July, and Kruger National Park fluctuates around 28°C (83°F)in January.
Luxor usually gets less rain in July than Kruger National Parkin January. Luxor gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Kruger National Park receives 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryLuxor 33°C (91°F)Kruger National Park 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Luxor or Kruger National Park in the Autumn?
Both Kruger National Park and Luxor are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Luxor throughout the year.
In the autumn, Luxor is around the same temperature as Kruger National Park. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Luxor in October average around 25°C (77°F), and Kruger National Park averages at about 24°C (76°F)in April.
In October, Luxor usually receives less rain than Kruger National Parkin April. Luxor gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Kruger National Park receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilLuxor 25°C (77°F)Kruger National Park 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Luxor or Kruger National Park in the Winter?
Both Kruger National Park and Luxor during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Luxor because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In January, Luxor is generally cooler than Kruger National Parkin July. Daily temperatures in Luxor average around 14°C (57°F), and Kruger National Park fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
Luxor usually gets less rain in January than Kruger National Parkin July. Luxor gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Kruger National Park receives 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyLuxor 14°C (57°F)Kruger National Park 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Luxor or Kruger National Park in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Luxor and Kruger National Park. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Luxor year-round.
Luxor is around the same temperature as Kruger National Park in the spring. The daily temperature in Luxor averages around 25°C (77°F) in April, and Kruger National Park fluctuates around 25°C (77°F)in October.
In April, Luxor usually receives less rain than Kruger National Parkin October. Luxor gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Kruger National Park receives 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberLuxor 25°C (77°F)Kruger National Park 25°C (77°F)
Typical Weather for Kruger National Park and Luxor
| Luxor | Kruger National Park | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Feb | 15°C (59°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) |
| Mar | 20°C (68°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Apr | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| May | 30°C (86°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Jun | 32°C (90°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (86°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 92 mm (3.6 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.