Which place is cheaper, Chefchaouen or Nairobi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Nairobi or Chefchaouen?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Nairobi and Chefchaouen can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Nairobi or Chefchaouen?
Nairobi
Nairobi is Kenya's capital as well as the country's largest city. With a population of about 3 million, it is also one of the largest cities in Africa. It is a prominent city both politically and financially within the region. There are many international companies that are located in Nairobi and the Nairobi Securities and Exchange is one of the largest in Africa.
Chefchaouen
To feel like you've really stepped back in time to the glory days of Morocco, you're going to want to spend time in Chefchaouen. This town's beautiful medina is filled with white washed buildings with blue highlights. The wandering alleyways provide a fairy tale setting where you can relax for a few days. This mountainous region is a humble example of the classic picture of this area. Set against the backdrop of the Rif Mountains, the white and powder blue accented buildings and call to calls to prayer throughout the day let every visitor know they've arrived in a relaxing spot of peace and serenity.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Safaris in Kenya, The Best Budget Safaris in Kenya, The Best Budget Tours to Morocco, and The Best Luxury Tours to Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNairobi $62Chefchaouen $59
The average daily cost (per person) in Nairobi is $62, while the average daily cost in Chefchaouen is $59. 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 Nairobi and Chefchaouen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNairobi $12Chefchaouen $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNairobi $24Chefchaouen $50
Compare Hotels in Nairobi and Chefchaouen
Looking for a hotel in Nairobi or Chefchaouen? 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: Nairobi Hotel Prices and Chefchaouen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nairobi $11Chefchaouen $16
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nairobi
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Nairobi:
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Taxi from Airport$9.30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nairobi
Also for Nairobi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From 3-Day Saltlick Lodge Safari with Transfers: $1,000
- Private Road Transfer from Nairobi to Amboseli national park: $197
- Masai Mara from Nairobi Transfer: $179
- Private Road transfer from Nairobi to Amboseli: $150
- Coffee Farm Tour with Tasting and Transfers: $140
- Private Transfer from Nairobi Airport or city To Maasai Mara By Road: $135
- Private Departure Transfer in Nairobi: $115
- Private Arrival Transfer in Nairobi: $115
- Stopover, Layover & Transit Tour with Transfers.: $110
- Nairobi National Park Tour with Game Drive and Transfer: $95
- Private Transfer from Nairobi to Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO): $85
- Bush Safaris and Airport transfers: $85
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Chefchaouen
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Chefchaouen:
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Taxi Ride$1.03
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Chefchaouen
Also for Chefchaouen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- transfers from Chefchaouen to Fez (Door to Door): $110
- Transfer to/from Tangier and Chefchaouen: $117
- Transfer to/from Tangier and Chefchaouen: $196
- Transfer from Fez to Chefchaouen with small group (one way): $34
- Transfer from Fez to Chefchaouen go and back (Both ways): $202
- Transfer Private From Chefchaouen To Tangier: $76
- Transfer Private From Chefchaouen To Rabat: $179
- Transfer Private From Chefchaouen To Casablanca: $196
- Tangier to Chefchaouen private transfer: $84
- Private Transfers from Chefchaouen to Fez (one way): $103
- Private Transfer: Tanger MED Port ⇆ Chefchaouen: $130
- Private Transfer from Chefchaouen to Tanger-Ibn Batouta (TNG) Airport: $222
Is it cheaper to fly into Nairobi or Chefchaouen?
Prices for flights to both Chefchaouen and Nairobi 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 dayNairobi $7.52Chefchaouen $18
Typical Food Prices in Nairobi
For Nairobi, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dinner for Two$5.04
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nairobi
For Nairobi, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 1 Hour Gastronomic and Street Food tour of Nairobi: $31
- Market Tour and Traditional Kenyan Cooking Class in Nairobi: $40
- Cooking Class with Local Organic Market Visit: $40
- Cooking Class with Market Visit and Delicious food: $40
- Experience the Taste of Nairobi:A Hands-On Cooking Adventure: $44
- Traditional Cuisines Cooking Experience And Class.: $49
- Local Market Tour and Traditional Meal Cooking Class: $55
- Private Traditional Kenyan Cooking Class with Lunch in Nairobi: $60
- Nairobi Cooking and Food Tasting Activity: $60
- Nairobi Private Traditional Kenyan Cooking Class with Lunch: $65
- Carnivore restaurant Dinner or lunch from Nairobi: $65
- Carnivore Restaurant: Lunch or Dinner Experience in Nairobi: $66
Typical Food Prices in Chefchaouen
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Chefchaouen:
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Lunch for Two$9.28
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Dinner for Two$10
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Cupcake$0.31
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Nutella and Yogurt$2.06
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Chefchaouen
For Chefchaouen, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 3-Hour Cooking Class overlooking the Blue City: $55
- Chefchaouen Private Cooking Class with Mountain View: $67
- Chefchaouen Food Tour: $69
- Guided Food Tour with over 6 Tasting Stops: $71
- Discovery more Chefchaouen evening food tour with locals: $72
- Street Food Tour: $76
- Make Your Own Tajine and Pastilla Cooking Class: $79
- Funny Family Cooking Class in Blue City: $85
- 4 Hours Gourmet Cooking Class in Chefchaouen: $90
- Discovery more Chefchaouen evening food tour with locals: $90
- Private Tagine Cooking Class in Chefchaouen with Lunch: $100
- Chaouen: 4- Hour Moroccan Cooking Class: $125
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nairobi $46Chefchaouen $17
Typical Entertainment Prices in Nairobi
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Nairobi's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Village Visit$15
Tours and Activities in Nairobi
For Nairobi, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Elephant Orphanage & Giraffe Centre Tour: $95
- Half day tour to Elephant orphanage & Giraffe Centre Nairobi: $95
- Hells Gate Park & Lake Naivasha boat ride Day tour: $150
- Nairobi Museum Snake Park Giraffe Center and Beads Center Tour: $95
- Nairobi Shared Amboseli Park Tour: $250
- Nairobi park Tour 6.A.M-11.AM: $70
- Private Half Day Tour in Giraffe Center, Bomas and Masai Market : $125
- Private Tour Nairobi national park & Giraffe Centre: $120
- Private Tour to Karunguru Coffee Farm : $140
- Tour Hells gate National park day tour: $150
- half Day TOURS/NAIROBI NATIONAL PARK/ELEPHANT & GIRAFFE CENTRE: $90
- (Nairobi) Souvenir Shopping and Historical Half day Tour: $69
Tours and Activities in Chefchaouen
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Chefchaouen.
- 2 Hours Private Chefchaouen Walking Tour: $45
- 10-Day Morocco Adventure: Casablanca to the Sahara: $4,220
- 15 Days from Casablanca To Imperial Cities And Desert Tour: $2,744
- 3 Days Tour Around Fes/Fez (With Hotel & Without ): $198
- 3-Hour Private Legacy Tour in Chefchaouen: $22
- 9-day/8 nights Tour from Casablanca, Chefchaouen, Marrakech: $2,651
- Akchour waterfalls tours : $90
- Chefchaouen Day Tour: $53
- Chefchaouen Day Tour From Tangier: $192
- Chefchaouen Photography tour: $48
- Chefchaouen tour guide: $27
- Chefchaouen with Local Eyes Guided Walking Tour: $30
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNairobi $16Chefchaouen $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Nairobi
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Nairobi:
- Nairobi Ultimate Bar Crawl: $60
When comparing the travel costs between Nairobi and Chefchaouen, we can see that Nairobi 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 Nairobi Expensive? and Is Chefchaouen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nairobi or Chefchaouen?
Nairobi has a larger population, and is about 80 times larger than the population of Chefchaouen. When comparing the sizes of Nairobi and Chefchaouen, 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.