Which place is cheaper, Asilah or Moshi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Moshi or Asilah?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Moshi or Asilah, 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 Asilah?
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.
Asilah
Spend your summers like the rich and famous with a trip to Asilah, Morocco. With pristine, white buildings and wrought-iron windows, this gorgeous city still holds the traditions from a time when it was under Spanish rule. The town remains rather quiet for most of the year, with a population surge in the summer months. Beaches are packed and there are tourists as far as the eye can see. If you're not a fan of crowds, consider visiting in the spring or fall when the weather is nice, but the tourists are gone.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to Tanzania, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Tanzania, The Best Cultural Tours in Morocco, and The Best Budget Tours to Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMoshi $67Asilah $68
The average daily cost (per person) in Moshi is $67, while the average daily cost in Asilah is $68. 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 Asilah in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMoshi $35Asilah $30
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMoshi $70Asilah $60
Compare Hotels in Moshi and Asilah
Looking for a hotel in Moshi or Asilah? 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 Asilah Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Moshi $16Asilah $16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Moshi
Also for Moshi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Nairobi: 8-Day Kilimanjaro Climb with Transfers: $442
- Moshi : Kikuletwa Hot Springs Day Trip with Transfers: $172
- Kilimanjaro Airport Transfer to Moshi/Arusha: $107
- Kilimanjaro Airport Transfer: $60
- Transfer Services: Kilimanjaro Airport (jro) Moshi, & Arusha: $60
- Airport Transfer to/from Kilimanjaro Airport JRO/Arusha ARK: $60
- Private Kilimanjaro Airport Transfer to or from Tanzania: $55
- Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) Transfer/Taxi Services: $53
- Kilimanjaro Airport Private Transfer: $50
- Kilimanjaro Airport Private Transfer from/to Moshi : $49
- Private Transfer from Kilimanjaro Airport to Moshi: $47
- Airport Transfer From Kilimanjaro International Airport 7 Seater: $42
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Asilah
Also for Asilah, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Tangier: Private Transfer to Asilah: $74
Is it cheaper to fly into Moshi or Asilah?
Prices for flights to both Asilah 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 $19Asilah $25
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
- Private Traditional Cooking Class. : $70
- Traditional Tanzanian Cooking Class in Moshi with a Local Family: $78
Typical Food Prices in Asilah
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Asilah:
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Cookies$0.52
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Breakfast for Two$5.16
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Tagine Dinner for 2$7.74
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Moshi $18Asilah $22
Tours and Activities in Moshi
For Moshi, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- #1. Best Kilimanjaro Day Hike tour- ISMANI TOURS AND SAFARIS: $108
- #1. Best Kilimanjaro Day hike Tour-Machame Route-ISMANI: $115
- #1. MATERUNI WATERFALLS: COFFEE TOUR AND CHEMKA HOTSPRING: $320
- 1 Day Materuni Water falls and coffee tour: $200
- 1 Day Materuni Waterfalls, Coffee Tour & Picnic Hot Lunch: $190
- 1 Day Tour Covering Materuni Waterfall and Coffee Plantation: $220
- 1 day tour hike mount kilimanjaro through marangu route: $240
- 1-Day Moshi Villages bike tour: $50
- 1Day Tour Materuni Waterfall and Kikuletwa Chemka Hotspring: $172
- 1_Day Bike Tour to Chemka Hotspring: $80
- 2-Days Kilimanjaro Hikes and Materuni Waterfalls Tour: $695
- 3-Day Camping Adventure in Rau Forest Reserve, Arusha: $1,584
Tours and Activities in Asilah
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Asilah.
- Assilah tour on the atlantic coast: $93
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMoshi $3.24Asilah $7.22
When comparing the travel costs between Moshi and Asilah, we can see that Asilah 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 Moshi Expensive? and Is Asilah Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Moshi or Asilah?
Moshi has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Asilah. When comparing the sizes of Moshi and Asilah, 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.