Should I Visit Moshi or Marrakech for Vacation? Which is Better? Which is Cheaper? Which is More Expensive?

Should you visit Moshi or Marrakech?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Moshi or Marrakech, 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 Marrakech?

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.

Marrakech

Marrakech is on of the most popular travel destinations in Morocco. It is the third largest city in Morocco after Casablanca and Rabat and is located near the foothills of the Atlas Mountains only a few hours from the Sahara Desert. It's a beautiful city that is often referred to as the "Pink City" because of the pale pink color of many of the city's buildings. These striking colors make the city particularly beautiful during the evening hours when the low sun creates a very dramatic lighting.

For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Tanzania, The Best Adventure Tours to Tanzania, The Best Adventure Tours to Morocco, and The Best Cultural Tours in Morocco.

Which place is cheaper, Marrakech or Moshi?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

Moshi Prices
Tanzania Prices

Marrakech Prices
Morocco Prices
Average Daily Cost Per person, per day

Moshi $87

Marrakech $81

The average daily cost (per person) in Moshi is $87, while the average daily cost in Marrakech is $81. 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 Marrakech in more detail.

Accommodation

Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person

Moshi $38

Marrakech $42
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room

Moshi $76

Marrakech $84

Compare Hotels in Moshi and Marrakech

Looking for a hotel in Moshi or Marrakech? 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.

Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.

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 Marrakech Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation

Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.

Moshi $18

Marrakech $12

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Moshi

Also for Moshi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

Transfer Services: Kilimanjaro Airport (jro) Moshi, & Arusha: $60
Private Transfer from Kilimanjaro Airport to Moshi: $47
Private Kilimanjaro Airport Transfer to or from Tanzania: $55
Nairobi: Bus Transfer from/to Moshi: $30
Moshi:Maasai Boma Cultural Experience-Day Trip with Transfer: $295
Moshi:Maasai Boma Cultural Experience-Day Trip with Transfer: $295
Sunset Chill with Drinks and Roundtrip Transfer: $15
Maasai Boma Cultural Experience-1 Day with Transfers: $295
Moshi : Kikuletwa Hot Springs Day Trip with Transfers: $172
Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) Transfer/Taxi Services: $53
Kilimanjaro Airport Transfer to Moshi/Arusha: $107
Kilimanjaro Airport Transfer: $60

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Marrakech

Also for Marrakech, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

airport transfers: $21
Wellness Treatments with Pick-Up Transfer: $63
VIP Luxury Moroccan Hammam & Massage with Transfer - Marrakesh: $112
Try find your better than us!Airport transfer service in Marrakesh HTL-APT (RAK): $13
Try find your better than us!Airport transfer service in Marrakesh APT-HTL (RAK): $13
Transfert de l'aéroport de Marrakech à la ville: $21
Transfert Privée Aéroport Marrakech vers Essaouira : $94
Transfers Marrakech to Essaouira or Essaouira to Marrakech: $63
Transfer from Marrakech to Casablanca airport: $26
Transfer from Marrakech city or Marrakech airport to Casablanca city: $156
Transfer from Marrakech To Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport: $68
Transfer Marrakesh - Casablanca: $134

Is it cheaper to fly into Moshi or Marrakech?

Prices for flights to both Marrakech 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

Food Meals for one day

Moshi $35

Marrakech $26

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
Moshi, Tanzania: Traditional Cooking Class with Local Family: $65
Private Traditional Cooking Class. : $70
Traditional Tanzanian Cooking Class in Moshi with a Local Family: $78

Typical Food Prices in Marrakech

For Marrakech, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:

Orange Juice on the Square

$0.30
Breakfast

$1.19
Dates

$0.59
Olives

$0.89
Sandwich

$1.28
Souvenir Spices

$6.14

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Marrakech

For Marrakech, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

Agafay Dinner & Pool and Quads, Camels on Sunset: $14
Dinner Show & Camel Ride In Agafay Desert : $15
Desert Agafay Camel Ride with Dinner and Sunset: $15
Desert Agafay Sunset, Camel Ride & Dinner from Marrakech: $15
Agafay Desert Sunset, Camel Ride and Dinner from Marrakech: $15
Agafay Desert Sunnet dinner with show: $17
Marrakech, agafay desert, sunset, camel ride,dinner and show: $19
Dinner in Agafay desert from Marrakech & camel riding: $19
Agafay Desert Sunset Dinner with Hotel Pickup: $19
Sunset Dinner in the Agafay Desert: $19
Magical Dinner In Agafay Desert Under the Stars & Camel rid: $20
Sunset Dinner in the Agafay Desert: $20

Entertainment

Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.

Moshi $19

Marrakech $9.76

Tours and Activities in Moshi

For Moshi, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

Day Trip Tour to Arusha National Park from Arusha town: $282
#1. Best Kilimanjaro Day Hike Marangu Route-ISMANI TOURS: $108
#1. Best Kilimanjaro Day hike Tour-Machame Route-ISMANI: $115
1 Day Materuni Waterfalls, Coffee Tour & Picnic Hot Lunch: $190
1 day tour hike mount kilimanjaro through marangu route: $240
1-Day Moshi Villages bike tour: $50
1-Day Ultimate Maasai Culture Adventure & Kilimanjaro View: $190
1_Day Bike Tour to Chemka Hotspring: $80
2 Days Moshi Tour: $150
2-Days Kilimanjaro Hikes and Materuni Waterfalls Tour: $695
3-Day Arusha, Tarangire, and Materuni Waterfall Tour: $1,250
5-Days Friendly Tour: Tanzania Wildlife Joining Safari: $950

Typical Entertainment Prices in Marrakech

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Marrakech's activities, tours, and tickets:

Palace Tickets

$1.98
Golf at Atlas Golf

$56

Tours and Activities in Marrakech

For Marrakech, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

2 days Toubkal adventure Trek : $50
2 nights desert tour marrakech: $300
3 Day Private Desert Tour From Marrakech To Merzouga Dunes With Camel Trek: $261
3 Days Tour - Marrakech To Fez via Sahara Desert Erg chebbi: $197
3-Day Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Experience and Camel Trekking: $115
Agafay Desert: Three Valley Guided Tour From Marrakech : $16
Atlas Mountains Tour & three valleys with camel ride : $16
Berber Experience Atlas and Sahara: $187
Best Private Shopping Tour In the Souks of Marrakech: $84
Desert Agafay & Berber Villages Day Tour From Marrakech including Camel Ride: $47
Desert Thrills: Quad Biking Adventures in Palmeraie Marrakech: $42
Experience Moroccan Hammam and Massage: $64

Alcohol

Alcohol Drinks for one day

Moshi $3.51

Marrakech $9.39

Sample the Local Flavors in Marrakech

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Marrakech:

Private Vineyard Day from Marrakech Wine Tasting and City Tour: $115

How are these travel costs calculated?

When comparing the travel costs between Moshi and Marrakech, we can see that Moshi 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 Marrakech Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Moshi or Marrakech?

Marrakech has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Moshi. When comparing the sizes of Moshi and Marrakech, 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.

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Should you visit Moshi or Marrakech?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Where Should I go: Moshi or Marrakech?

Moshi

Marrakech

Which place is cheaper, Marrakech or Moshi?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Moshi and Marrakech

Local Transportation

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Moshi

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Marrakech

Is it cheaper to fly into Moshi or Marrakech?

Food

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Moshi

Typical Food Prices in Marrakech

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Marrakech

Entertainment

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Typical Entertainment Prices in Marrakech

Tours and Activities in Marrakech

Alcohol

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Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

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Moshi

Marrakech

Which place is cheaper, Marrakech or Moshi?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Moshi and Marrakech

Local Transportation

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Moshi

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Marrakech

Is it cheaper to fly into Moshi or Marrakech?

Food

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Moshi

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