Which place is cheaper, Entebbe or Mombasa?
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 Mombasa or Entebbe?
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 Mombasa and Entebbe. 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: Mombasa or Entebbe?
Mombasa
Mombasa is a beautiful, large city on the eastern coast of Kenya, bordering the Indian Ocean. The city is famous for its stunning beaches, friendly locals, and diverse marine life. Mombasa experiences a tropical climate year round, meaning temperatures rarely drop below 70° Fahrenheit. The rainiest months of the year are April and May and the driest months are January and February. Temperatures tend to be more mild from May through October, usually in the 70's and 80's. Temperatures get much warmer from November through April, with daily averages reaching the high 90's.
Entebbe
Entebbe is a large city located in Central Uganda. It is about thirty kilometers from the capital city of Uganda, which is Kampala. Lake Victoria, a prominent body of water, is very close to Entebbe as well. Today, the population of Entebbe is over 69,000 people. In Europe, Entebbe is known for its airport, which was once the site of a major hostage situation led by the German and Palestinian militia, back in 1976. Soldiers from the Israeli army freed the hostages in a massive rescue mission. Alternatively, when Queen Elizabeth II heard of her father's death and that she had become the queen, she was at this airport and had to fly from there back to England at once.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Kenya, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Kenya, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Uganda, and The Best 3-Day Tours in Uganda.
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Mombasa Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMombasa $81Entebbe $123
The average daily cost (per person) in Mombasa is $81, while the average daily cost in Entebbe is $123. 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 Mombasa and Entebbe in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMombasa $26Entebbe $44
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMombasa $52Entebbe $88
Compare Hotels in Mombasa and Entebbe
Looking for a hotel in Mombasa or Entebbe? 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: Mombasa Hotel Prices and Entebbe Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Mombasa $18Entebbe $19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mombasa
Also for Mombasa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Mombasa Private Airport Transfer: Cheap & Comfortable: $33
- Transfer From Mombasa (Moi Airport/SGR) To Diani: $35
- Private Transfer from Mombasa: $35
- Mombasa Airport Private Transfer to Nyali, Bamburi & Shanzu: $36
- Mombasa to Mombasa Airport (MBA) - Departure Private Transfer: $37
- Mombasa Moi Airport (MBA) to Mombasa - Arrival Private Transfer: $37
- Mombasa Town: Private Airport Transfer to Hotel and AirBnB: $40
- Private Transfer: Mombasa SGR Train Station to Nyali/Bamburi: $40
- Private Transfer from Mombasa City to Moi Airport Mombasa (MBA): $43
- Private Transfer from Moi Airport Mombasa (MBA) to Mombasa City: $43
- Mombasa SGR Train Station Private transfer to Shanzu/Mtwapa: $55
- Private Transfer from Diani Beach Hotels to Moi Airport: $60
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Entebbe
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Entebbe:
- Entebbe Airport Transfers: $80
Is it cheaper to fly into Mombasa or Entebbe?
Prices for flights to both Entebbe and Mombasa 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 dayMombasa $41Entebbe $60
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mombasa
For Mombasa, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Fort Jesus Sound & Lights Show And Romantic Dinner.: $39
- Special African Dinner: $46
- Fort Jesus Light and music Night Shows With Dinner.: $50
- Swahili food Cooking Class Experience: $50
- Swahili Street Food Tour: $50
- Savor Mombasa Food Safari with Dinner: $99
- Spicy Food Tour in Mombasa Streets And City tour: $150
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Mombasa $18Entebbe $37
Tours and Activities in Mombasa
For Mombasa, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Mombasa Half Day City Tour: $21
- Mombasa Guided City Tour Experience: $25
- Mtwapa Creek: romantic Sunset Cruise in calm waters: $25
- Sunset Canoe Tour on a River within the Mangroves: $28
- Mombasa Full Day City tour & Nguuni Nature Sanctuary: $28
- Tusks, Fort Jesus, Old Town, Beach and City Tour: $30
- Mombasa Old Town Walking Tour: $30
- Mombasa:City Walk And Swahili Cuisines Food Tasting Tour.: $30
- City, Fort Jesu, Old Town and Spice Market Tour: $33
- Day Tour with Haller Park and Fort Jesus: $35
- Full-Day Food and Culture Tour with Breakfast: $35
- Historical Guided city tour. Old town, Fort Jesus: $35
Tours and Activities in Entebbe
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Entebbe are as follows:
- 1-Day Best of Entebbe City Guided Walking Tour: $50
- 1-Day Mabamba Shoebill Birding Tour in Lake Victoria Entebbe: $165
- 3-Day Best of Uganda Big5 Safari Tour in Murchison Falls NP: $1,090
- BEST OF ENTEBBE BIKE CYCLING TOUR: $49
- ENTEBBE MOTOR BIKE TOUR: $100
- ENTEBBE WALKING TOUR: $50
- Equatar Line Tour & Victoria Lake Sunset Boat Ride: $130
- Guided Walking Tour: $26
- Jinja day tour exploring the source of River Nile: $240
- Uganda : 1-Day Ngamba Sanctuary for Chimpanzee Tour: $619
- Uganda: 1 Day Kibaale National Park Chimpanzee trekking Tour: $620
- Uganda: 3-Day Lake Mburo National Park Adventure Tour: $1,090
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMombasa $8.82Entebbe $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Mombasa
Also in Mombasa, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Coastal Pub Crawl - Bamburi Drunk Tour: $25
- Mombasa Bar Crawl and Matatu Experience. Pickup from Diani Beach: $35
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mombasa and Entebbe, we can see that Entebbe is more expensive. And not only is Mombasa much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Mombasa would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Mombasa 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 Entebbe would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Entebbe than you might in Mombasa.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Mombasa Expensive? and Is Entebbe Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Mombasa or Entebbe?
Mombasa has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Entebbe. When comparing the sizes of Mombasa and Entebbe, 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.