Which place is cheaper, Accra or Moshi?
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 Moshi or Accra?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Moshi or Accra, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Moshi or Accra?
Moshi
Moshi is a town in northern Tanzania, near the Kenyan border. It’s known as a gateway to Kilimanjaro National Park, home to Africa’s highest mountain, Mount Kilimanjaro. Trails run up the mountain's cloud-ringed, snow-capped dome, through alpine forests and meadows home to elephants and leopards. The noticeably clean capital of the densely populated Kilimanjaro region sits at the foot of Mt Kilimanjaro and makes a good introduction to the splendors of the north. It's a low-key place with an appealing blend of African and Asian influences and a self-sufficient, prosperous feel, due in large part to its being the center of one of Tanzania's major coffee-growing regions. Virtually all visitors are here to climb Mt Kilimanjaro or to recover after having done so. Yet there’s much more to do, including cultural tours and hikes on the mountain’s lower slopes.
Accra
Accra is the capital city of Ghana, located on the Atlantic coast of West Africa. Popular attractions include the National Museum of Ghana, local beaches, markets, and cultural landmarks like those dedicated to Civil Rights activist W.E.B. DuBois.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to Tanzania, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Tanzania, The Best Adventure Tours to Ghana, and The Best Safaris in Ghana.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMoshi $83Accra $52
The average daily cost (per person) in Moshi is $83, while the average daily cost in Accra 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 Moshi and Accra in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMoshi $36Accra $22
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMoshi $72Accra $44
Compare Hotels in Moshi and Accra
Looking for a hotel in Moshi or Accra? 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: Moshi Hotel Prices and Accra Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Moshi $17Accra $19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Moshi
Also for Moshi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Airport transfers from any hotel in Zanzibar (Departures): $30
- Private Transfer from Kilimanjaro Airport to Moshi: $47
- Kilimanjaro Airport Private Transfer from/to Moshi: $49
- Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) Transfer/Taxi Services: $53
- Private Transfer from Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO) Moshi or Arusha: $55
- Private Kilimanjaro Airport Transfer to or from Tanzania: $55
- Kilimanjaro Airport Transfer: $60
- Kilimanjaro Airport Private Transfer: $60
- Tanzania Private Airport Transfer: $67
- Airport Transfer between Moshi and Kilimanjaro International Airport: $82
- Moshi to Arusha or Arusha to Moshi Transfer (Intercity transfer): $93
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Accra
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Accra:
- Private Transfer from Kotoka Airport to Accra: $80
- Private Transfer from Kotoka Airport Accra Ghana (ACC) to Accra city: $76
- Kotoka Airport Exclusive Wheelchair Accessible Transfers!: $130
- From Private Airport Transfer, Pickup & Drop-off Services: $35
- Arrival & Departure Airport Hotel Transfers: $70
- Aburi Gardens Transfers: $187
Is it cheaper to fly into Moshi or Accra?
Prices for flights to both Accra and Moshi 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 dayMoshi $34Accra $19
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Moshi
For Moshi, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Kili View Tanzanian Cooking Class: $26
- Dee's Private Cooking Class in Tanzania: $50
- Traditional Tanzanian Cooking Class in Moshi with a Local Family: $79
- Private Market Tour and Tanzanian Cooking Class in Moshi: $109
- Spice Picking with Zanzibar Cooking Class: $193
- 3 Days Chaga Culture: Cooking, NGO Projects, Banana Beer, Hiking: $204
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Accra
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Accra.
- Local Ghanaian Cooking Class in Accra to help support wellness community center: $45
- Accra Osu Night Market Food Tour with Akosua Serwaa: $80
- Ghana Jollof Cooking Class with Bottomless Wine: $80
- Private Ghanaian Cooking Class in Accra with Local Drinks: $80
- Accra Makola Market Food Tour With Full Lunch: $82
- Home Cooking Class by Auntie K: $89
- Private Authentic Ghanaian Cooking Class in Accra: $90
- Private 1 to 2 Hours Street Food Tour in Ghana: $100
- Accra, Ghana: Private Home-Style Ghanaian Cooking Class: $130
- Private Ghanaian Cooking Class at Accra's Premier Food Hub: $200
- Food Tour in Accra: $294
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Moshi $18Accra $3.90
Tours and Activities in Moshi
For Moshi, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Moshi sunset experience: $12
- Roast coffee and tour a chagga owned coffee farm: $25
- Materuni Waterfalls Hiking & Coffee Farms - Tuk Tuk Experiences: $30
- Materuni Waterfall and Coffee Plantation Half Day Tour: $30
- Private guided tour to the night lifestyle of Moshi town: $30
- City tour and local food: $30
- Materuni Waterfall, Coffee & Chagga Culture Tour from Moshi: $35
- Materuni Waterfall & Chemka Hot Springs Day Tour: $35
- Visit Materuni Waterfall with Chimbo (origin) Point & Coffee Tour: $35
- Moshi City Tour: Explore Local Markets, Culture & Hidden Gems: $36
- Moshi - Arusha: Materuni Waterfalls Hike and Organic Coffee Tour: $40
- 1-Day Moshi Villages bike tour: $50
Tours and Activities in Accra
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Accra are as follows:
- 1 Day Accra City Tour: $81
- 2-Day Accra & Cape Coast Tour: $200
- A Day Tour of Cape Coast Castle, Elmina Castle & Kakum Park: $280
- A Day tour to the Cape Coast Castle and Kakum National Pack: $180
- A Tour of Shai Hills Reserve, Volta River & a Bead Factory.: $100
- Aburi ATV - Quad Biking and Waterfall Private Tour: $270
- Aburi Botanic Gardens, Boti Falls,Umbrella Rock & Cocoa Farm Tour: $150
- Aburi Botanical Gardens and Asenema Waterfalls Day Tour: $165
- Aburi Botanical Gardens and Cocoa farm - Private Tour: $168
- Aburi Gardens,First Ever Cocoa Farm & Waterfalls Day Adventure: $75
- Accra City Day Tour-History,Culture,Markets&Independence Square: $38
- Accra City Experience in 4 Hours: $135
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMoshi $3.35Accra $5.59
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Moshi and Accra, we can see that Moshi is more expensive. And not only is Accra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Accra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Accra 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 Moshi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Moshi than you might in Accra.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Moshi Expensive? and Is Accra Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Moshi or Accra?
Accra has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Moshi. When comparing the sizes of Moshi and Accra, 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.