Which place is cheaper, Hermanus or Marrakech?
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 Marrakech or Hermanus?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Marrakech or Hermanus? 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: Marrakech or Hermanus?
Marrakech
Marrakech is on of the most popular travel destinations in Morocco. It is the third largest city in Morocco after Casablanca and Rabat and is located near the foothills of the Atlas Mountains only a few hours from the Sahara Desert. It's a beautiful city that is often referred to as the "Pink City" because of the pale pink color of many of the city's buildings. These striking colors make the city particularly beautiful during the evening hours when the low sun creates a very dramatic lighting.
Hermanus
Hermanus is located on the southern coast of the Western Cape region of South Africa, situated right on the Atlantic Ocean. The area is famous for being the summer home to the Southern Right Whales who migrate there from the Antarctic every September. Hermanus offers incredible natural scenery and great opportunities for adventure seekers. The best time to visit is during their winter and spring, which runs from April through October. This is the driest time of year, meaning wildlife is easier to spot and the heat is much more bearable!
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Morocco, The Best Budget Safaris in South Africa, and The Best Luxury Tours to South Africa.
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Marrakech Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMarrakech $100Hermanus $108
The average daily cost (per person) in Marrakech is $100, while the average daily cost in Hermanus is $108. 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 Marrakech and Hermanus in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMarrakech $57Hermanus $28
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMarrakech $114Hermanus $56
Compare Hotels in Marrakech and Hermanus
Looking for a hotel in Marrakech or Hermanus? 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: Marrakech Hotel Prices and Hermanus Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Marrakech $13Hermanus $9.13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Marrakech
Also for Marrakech, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Marrakech Airport Transfer: $5.01
- Transfer privé depuis ou vers l'aéroport marrakech: $6.00
- Private One way Menara Airport Transfer to Marrakech Hotel: $6.00
- Marrakech Private Transfer to or from RAK Airport (One way): $7.04
- Private Transfer - Marrakech Menara airport (RAK): $7.64
- Private Transfer - Marrakech Menara airport (RAK): $8.23
- Private Transfer from Marrakech to Menara Airport: $8.23
- Marrakech Airport Transfer Private Car to and From Menara Airport: $8.23
- Private Welcome with Marrakech Airport Transfer: $8.24
- Marrakech Menara Airport Private Transfer | Meet & Greet 24/7: $9.41
- Marrakech Airport Transfer: $9.99
- Private Airport Transfer – Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK): $11
Is it cheaper to fly into Marrakech or Hermanus?
Prices for flights to both Hermanus and Marrakech 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 dayMarrakech $28Hermanus $75
Typical Food Prices in Marrakech
For Marrakech, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Orange Juice on the Square$0.32
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Breakfast$1.29
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Dates$0.64
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Olives$0.97
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Sandwich$1.39
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Souvenir Spices$6.66
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Marrakech
For Marrakech, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Camel Ride and Sunset & Dinner Show in Agafay Desert: $12
- Agafay Desert Dinner & Live Show: $12
- Ourika Valley Cooking Class, Garden Lunch & Pool from Marrakech: $12
- Morocco's Top Cooking Classes For Authentic berber Cuisine in the Atlas Mountain: $13
- Agafay Desert Quad Bike Camel Ride and Dinner Show: $14
- Agafay Desert Quad and Camel Ride, Dinner & Show: $15
- Agafay Desert Quad Biking & Camel Ride & Dinner & Show: $15
- Agafay desert dinner show camel ride with sunset: $15
- Cooking Class in the hearth of the Atlas Mountain from Marrakech With locals: $15
- Agafay Desert Sunset and Camel Ride with Dinner from Marrakech: $15
- Agafay Desert Camel Ride with Dinner and Fire Show from Marrakech: $18
- Agafay Desert: Dinner + Show with Quad Bike & Sunset Camel Ride: $18
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Marrakech $11Hermanus -
Typical Entertainment Prices in Marrakech
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Marrakech's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Palace Tickets$2.15
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Golf at Atlas Golf$61
Tours and Activities in Marrakech
For Marrakech, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Agadir: Souk El Had Market & Tree-Climbing Goats Morning Tour: $4.80
- 3 Days Merzouga Sahara Desert Tour from Marrakech to Fes: $5.00
- Berber Culture Experience & Atlas Mountains Tour: $5.88
- Guided Medina Walking Tour Monuments and Souks: $10
- Small group to Atlas Mountains 4valleys;Waterfulls and camel Ride experience: $11
- Ourika Valley Waterfalls Hike & Berber Villages Tour + Lunch: $11
- TOP Marrakech : Private guided tour with your mobile: $12
- Shared Sightseeing Tour Visit to Marrakech with Licensed Guide: $12
- Discover Marrakech's Souks Handicrafts Markets Cultural Tour: $12
- Atlas Mountains and Berber Villages & Waterfalls Tour: $12
- Agafay Desert & Atlas Mountains Tour With Camel Ride: $12
- Berber Life Experience in the Atlas Mountains from Marrakech: $13
Tours and Activities in Hermanus
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Hermanus are as follows:
- Fatbike Dune tours in the Walker Bay nature reserve: $77
- Half-Day Private Tour to Cape Peninsula with Local Guide: $291
- Hermanus Cliff Walk History Tour - a walk back in time: $22
- Hermanus Food and Culture Tour: $158
- Hermanus Land based Whale Tour with Dave de Beer: $95
- Boat Based Whale Watching Experience: $92
- Township Tour: $50
- Morning Fatbike Dune Tour: $89
- Shark Cage Diving - Adventure Meets Conservation!: $175
- Sunset Fatbike Dune Experience: $89
- The Best of Cape Town Whale Watching Full Day Tour and Transport: $271
- Whale Watching Adventure in Gansbaai: $143
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMarrakech $10Hermanus -
Sample the Local Flavors in Marrakech
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Marrakech:
- Private Vineyard Day from Marrakech Wine Tasting and City Tour: $129
Sample the Local Flavors in Hermanus
Also in Hermanus, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Vineyard Safari and Wine Tasting in Hermanus with Guide: $65
- Unguided Hemel-en-Aarde Wine Tour: $79
When comparing the travel costs between Marrakech and Hermanus, we can see that Hermanus is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Africa, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Marrakech Expensive? and Is Hermanus Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Marrakech or Hermanus?
Marrakech has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Hermanus. When comparing the sizes of Marrakech and Hermanus, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
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.