Which place is cheaper, Cairo or Moshi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Moshi or Cairo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Moshi or Cairo, 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 Cairo?
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.
Cairo
Cairo is the chaotic capital city of Egypt. With a population of more than 16 million, it is one of the largest cities in both Africa and the Middle East. As a traveler, you're likely to arrive and leave from here and you'll get your first orientation to the area during the chaotic and congestion filled taxi ride from the airport.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to Tanzania, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Tanzania, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Egypt, and The Best Historical Tours in Egypt.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMoshi $67Cairo $17
The average daily cost (per person) in Moshi is $67, while the average daily cost in Cairo is $17. 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 Cairo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMoshi $35Cairo $9.19
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMoshi $70Cairo $18
Compare Hotels in Moshi and Cairo
Looking for a hotel in Moshi or Cairo? 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 Cairo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Moshi $16Cairo $2.93
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Moshi
Also for Moshi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer From Kilimanjaro International Airport 7 Seater: $42
- Airport Transfer to/from Kilimanjaro Airport JRO/Arusha ARK: $60
- From Nairobi: 8-Day Kilimanjaro Climb with Transfers: $442
- Kilimanjaro Airport Private Transfer: $50
- Kilimanjaro Airport Private Transfer : $60
- Kilimanjaro Airport Private Transfer from/to Moshi : $49
- Kilimanjaro Airport Transfer: $60
- Kilimanjaro Airport Transfer to Moshi/Arusha: $107
- Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) Transfer/Taxi Services: $53
- Moshi : Kikuletwa Hot Springs Day Trip with Transfers: $172
- Sunset Chill with Drinks and Roundtrip Transfer: $15
- Nairobi: Bus Transfer from/to Moshi: $30
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Cairo
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Cairo are as follows:
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Metro Ride$0.08
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Taxi Ride$0.31
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cairo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cairo:
- VIP Meet and Assist in Cairo Airport with Private Transfer to Cairo Hotels: $49
- VIP Meet and Assist at Cairo Airport with Private Hotel Transfer: $35
- Two-Day Private City Tour of Cairo, Giza Pyramids and Saqqara+Airport Transfer: $220
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Cairo HTL-APT (CAI): $33
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Cairo APT-HTL (CAI): $33
- Transfer your private departure from your hotel to Cairo Airport: $20
- Transfer to Cairo & Giza Hotels From Cairo Airport: $35
- Transfer from Hurghada to Luxor (sharing ): $126
- Transfer from Hurghada to Cairo by van : $235
- Transfer from Cairo to Alexandria ( Private ): $55
- Transfer from Cairo to Ain El Sokhna : $70
- Transfer from Cairo or Giza Hotels to Cairo Airport: $13
Is it cheaper to fly into Moshi or Cairo?
Prices for flights to both Cairo 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 $19Cairo $4.66
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
- Traditional Tanzanian Cooking Class in Moshi with a Local Family: $78
- Private Market Tour and Tanzanian Cooking Class in Moshi: $86
Typical Food Prices in Cairo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Cairo:
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Juice$0.04
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cairo
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cairo.
- Nile Sunset, Dinner Cruise, Show and Private Transfer: $6.56
- Cairo Nile dinner cruise night show with belly dancer: $10
- Cairo dinner cruise includes dinner belly dancing show pickup & all transfers : $11
- Dinner Cruise on the Nile River with Entertainment: $11
- Dinner Cruise On the Nile with Belly Dancing Show: $11
- Nile Dinner Cruise in Cairo With Belly Dancing and Transfer : $11
- 2-Hour Nile River Dinner Cruise From Cairo: $11
- Private Pickup Cairo Dinner Cruise with Belly Dancer Show : $11
- 2 Hour Cairo Dinner Cruise on Nile river with live band: $11
- Cairo Dinner Cruise With Belly Dancer Show: $11
- Giza Dinner Cruise With Belly Dancer Show: $11
- Cairo Night Dinner Cruise on The Nile With Pickup: $11
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Moshi $18Cairo $5.65
Tours and Activities in Moshi
For Moshi, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Town tour and Local Markets tour: $20
- Moshi City Tour: Explore the Foothill of Kilimanjaro on Foot: $20
- Moshi town 1 day tour: $20
- Moshi Town: Walking Tour: Theme Urban lifestyle: $20
- Private guided tour to the night lifestyle of Moshi town: $30
- Materuni: Coffee Plantation Tour: $40
- Day Tour Around Moshi Tanzania: $50
- 1-Day Moshi Villages bike tour: $50
- Moshi-Chemka Hot Springs tour with food and drinks: $55
- Materuni Waterfall and Coffee Plantation Half Day Tour: $55
- Marangu & Chagga - Cultural Day Tour form Moshi: $59
- Materuni: Waterfalls and coffee experience day trip: $59
Typical Entertainment Prices in Cairo
Here are a few typical costs in Cairo for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Entry to Camel Market for Two$0.83
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Egyptian Museum Entry for Two$6.38
Tours and Activities in Cairo
Here are a few actual costs in Cairo for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- ( Stopover Tour Of Cairo ) Private All Inc.Pyramids,Camel Ride,Museum& Lunch: $180
- 1 Day Private Tour in Cairo and Giza: $90
- 2 Days 1 Nights Tour package to Saint-Catherine from Cairo : $300
- 2-Day Cairo Giza Highlights Guided Tour including Camel Ride All inclusive : $40
- 2-Day Private Tour of Cairo with Accommodation and Entrance Fees: $165
- 2-Days Tour at Cairo & Giza: $86
- 2-Days Tours at Cairo & Giza : $143
- 3-Day Private Tour in Cairo : $196
- 3-Day Tour at Cairo & Giza : $200
- 3-Days Tour at Cairo (Customized Package): $229
- 8 Hours Private Cairo Tour: A Journey Back in Time: $45
- 8-Hour Private Tour to Giza Pyramids, Memphis and Sakkara: $79
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMoshi $3.24Cairo $1.15
Sample the Local Flavors in Cairo
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cairo:
- Pub Crawl and Speakeasy Bar Tour with 2 Free Drinks: $60
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Moshi and Cairo, we can see that Moshi is more expensive. And not only is Cairo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Cairo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cairo 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 Cairo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Moshi Expensive? and Is Cairo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Moshi or Cairo?
Cairo has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Moshi. When comparing the sizes of Moshi and Cairo, 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.