Which place is cheaper, Copenhagen or Masai Mara?
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 Masai Mara or Copenhagen?
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 Masai Mara and Copenhagen. 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: Masai Mara or Copenhagen?
Masai Mara
Masai Mara National Reserve is a beautiful, scenic, nature reserve in southwest Kenya, just west of the capital city, Nairobi. The reserve belongs to the Masai people and was created in order to protect the land and the people and animals living on it. Masai Mara is considered to be one of the best reserves in all of Africa, offering the quintessential African safari experience.
Copenhagen
Copenhagen is the capital city of Denmark. It has a small town vibe but is still a cosmopolitan city with lots of shopping, culture, and nightlife. It's a very safe and comfortable city that is easy to explore on foot. Copenhagen is the birthplace of many old fairytales, but also has modern, world class architecture and a liberal vibe. The people of Copenhagen are diverse and international. Most residents are Danes, but some come from Germany and Sweden and there are also many Middle Eastern immigrants.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Safaris in Kenya, The Best Luxury Tours to Kenya, The Best Adventure Tours to Denmark, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Denmark.
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Masai Mara Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMasai Mara $133Copenhagen $270
The average daily cost (per person) in Masai Mara is $133, while the average daily cost in Copenhagen is $270. 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 Masai Mara and Copenhagen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMasai Mara $37Copenhagen $96
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMasai Mara $74Copenhagen $192
Compare Hotels in Masai Mara and Copenhagen
Looking for a hotel in Masai Mara or Copenhagen? 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: Copenhagen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Masai Mara $48Copenhagen $76
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Masai Mara
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Masai Mara:
- Nairobi Airport (NBO) Private Transfer to Nairobi City/Hotels: $17
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Copenhagen
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Copenhagen:
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Bicycle Renting$66
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Copenhagen
Also for Copenhagen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Copenhagen Airport Transfers City Transfers and Disposal Services: $52
- Transfer Copenhagen City Center to Kastrup Airport (CPH): $71
- Kastrup hotel/address to Malmö City - Private Arrival Transfer: $102
- Private Transfer from Copenhagen Hotels to Copenhagen Airport: $104
- Copenhagen Roskilde Airport (RKE) to Copenhagen Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $116
- Private Transfer from Roskilde Airport (RKE) to Copenhagen Port: $117
- Copenhagen Port to Copenhagen hotel or address - Arrival Private Transfer: $118
- Private transfer Copenhagen airport, Port to or from the city: $121
- Private Transfer to/from Airport and City: $123
- Private Transfer from Copenhagen Hotels to Copenhagen Port: $124
- Private Transfer from Copenhagen Port to Copenhagen Airport (CPH): $124
- Private Transfer from Copenhagen Airport to Copenhagen Port: $124
Is it cheaper to fly into Masai Mara or Copenhagen?
Prices for flights to both Copenhagen and Masai Mara 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 dayMasai Mara $57Copenhagen $113
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Masai Mara
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Masai Mara.
- Nairobi Private Carnivore Dinner Experience: $125
- Chiyo Japanese and Korean Restaurant Dinner with Cat Dance Show: $155
Typical Food Prices in Copenhagen
For Copenhagen, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Hot Dogs$15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Copenhagen
For Copenhagen, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hard Rock Cafe Copenhagen with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $40
- Copenhagen : Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide: $104
- Food Tour with 6+ Tastings of Danish Classics: $106
- Original Copenhagen food tour: 8 tastings, full meal & VIP access: $138
- Copenhagen Culinary Food Tour with 6+ Tastings of Danish Classics: $138
- Modern City Food Tour: $149
- Copenhagen Modern Food Tour: $151
- NEW! Eating Copenhagen Food Tour: More than Smørrebrød: $155
- E-Bike Guided Food Tour with 3 stops: $188
- Copenhagen Private Culinary Food Tour with 6 Tastings of Classics: $231
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Masai Mara $60Copenhagen $33
Tours and Activities in Masai Mara
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Masai Mara are as follows:
- Amboseli N Park Day tour with optional Maasai village visit: $200
- Amboseli national park full day tour: $160
- Bomas of Kenya cultural Dance and Acrobatic Show Tour: $64
- Carnivore Restaurant Nairobi Eating Experience with Transport: $145
- Cultural Day Tour to Bomas of Kenya Nairobi: $51
- David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage Half-Day Tour in Nairobi: $75
- Day Tour to Maasai Mara Reserve From Nairobi: $225
- Day tour to Giraffe Center and Karen Blixen Museum: $95
- Day tour to Giraffe center and Karen Blixen Nairobi: $95
- Giraffe Center and David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage Tour: $72
- Guided "Matatu" Experience Half Day Tour Within Nairobi.: $60
- Half Day Giraffe Center,Baby Elephant&Karen Blixxen Guided Tour: $38
Typical Entertainment Prices in Copenhagen
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Copenhagen's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Boat Tour$9.16
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Coffee$15
Tours and Activities in Copenhagen
For Copenhagen, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Self-Guided Tour In Copenhagen with 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.47
- Copenhagen Zoo Tower Entry Ticket: $3.92
- Copenhagen's Royal History: A Self-Guided Walking Tour: $5.00
- Hippies & Christianshavn Tip-Based Walking Tour: $5.78
- Copenhagen Self Guided Audio Experience: $6.00
- Copenhagen Audio Guided Walking Tour 3h30 and 29 reviews: $7.03
- Copenhagen Christiania: Hidden Stories Self-Guided Adventure: $7.30
- The Day the Soldiers Came: A Self Guided Copenhagen Walking Tour: $7.99
- Sakura in A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $8.99
- Copenhagen Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone: $9.27
- The Philosopher's Last Walk: An audio tour on the life of Søren Kierkegaard: $9.99
- Self-Guided Tour of Hans Christian Andersen's Copenhagen: $12
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMasai Mara $26Copenhagen $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Copenhagen
Also in Copenhagen, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Guided Party Pub Crawl with 4 Shots and 1 Drink: $47
- Vejrhøj Arch Hike with Wine Tasting & Lunch: $251
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Masai Mara and Copenhagen, we can see that Copenhagen is more expensive. And not only is Masai Mara much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Masai Mara is in Africa and Copenhagen is in Europe, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Masai Mara would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Masai Mara 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 Copenhagen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Copenhagen than you might in Masai Mara.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Masai Mara Expensive? and Is Copenhagen 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.