Which place is cheaper, Entebbe or Nairobi?
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 Nairobi or Entebbe?
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 Entebbe 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 Entebbe?
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.
Entebbe
Entebbe is a large city located in Central Uganda. It is about thirty kilometers from the capital city of Uganda, which is Kampala. Lake Victoria, a prominent body of water, is very close to Entebbe as well. Today, the population of Entebbe is over 69,000 people. In Europe, Entebbe is known for its airport, which was once the site of a major hostage situation led by the German and Palestinian militia, back in 1976. Soldiers from the Israeli army freed the hostages in a massive rescue mission. Alternatively, when Queen Elizabeth II heard of her father's death and that she had become the queen, she was at this airport and had to fly from there back to England at once.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Safaris in Kenya, The Best Budget Safaris in Kenya, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Uganda, and The Best 3-Day Tours in Uganda.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNairobi $67Entebbe $121
The average daily cost (per person) in Nairobi is $67, while the average daily cost in Entebbe is $121. 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 Entebbe in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNairobi $12Entebbe $43
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNairobi $24Entebbe $86
Compare Hotels in Nairobi and Entebbe
Looking for a hotel in Nairobi or Entebbe? 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 Entebbe Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nairobi $11Entebbe $19
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$9.24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nairobi
Also for Nairobi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Safe and Private Airport transfer in Nairobi : $20
- Nairobi Airport Transfer, Hotel Pick up and Drop Off: $20
- Private Airport Transfer and Service in Nairobi: $20
- Private Airport Transfers To and From Nairobi Airports.: $25
- Private One-Way Transfer from Nairobi: $27
- Professional Airport Transfer Service in Nairobi: $33
- Nairobi Airport Private Transfers: $35
- Nairobi airport transfer: $35
- Nairobi Airport transfers: $40
- Private Airport Transfers in Nairobi: $40
- Safe and Executive Airport transfer in Nairobi: $40
- Private Transfer from Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) to Nairobi: $40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Entebbe
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Entebbe:
- Entebbe Airport Transfers: $80
Is it cheaper to fly into Nairobi or Entebbe?
Prices for flights to both Entebbe 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 $13Entebbe $59
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$5.01
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nairobi
For Nairobi, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Traditional Kenyan Cooking Class & Local Market Tour : $50
- Private Traditional Kenyan Cooking Class with Lunch in Nairobi: $60
- Carnivore Resturant Dinner Experience : $68
- Cooking Lesson of Local Food $ Lunch: $68
- Barbecue Lunch/ Dinner At The Carnivore Restaurant - Nairobi: $85
- Safari Park dinner with live band music and cat dance show.: $90
- Dinner Experience with Cat Show at Safari Park Hotel: $90
- Private Market Tour and Traditional Kenyan Cooking Class in Nairobi with a Local: $98
- Safari Cat Dancers Show And Dinner: $100
- Nairobi National Park Afternoon Game Drive/ Dinner Carnivore Restaurant: $100
- Traditional Kikuyu Cooking Class In My Village: $100
- Nairobi Nightlife and Safari Park Hotel Dinner Experience: $120
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nairobi $46Entebbe $37
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:
- Nairobi City Walk Tour : $20
- Kibera Slum Tour with a Local : $25
- Nairobi City Tour: $25
- Private Guided Nairobi City and Cultural Walking Tour: $25
- Nairobi Cultural Shopping Experience: $26
- Private Historical Walking Tour in Innercity Nairobi: $28
- Historical Private Tour of Nairobi City: $29
- Nairobi City and Cultural ShoppingTour: $29
- Historical City Walk Tour in Nairobi : $29
- David Sheldrick Half-Day Tour: $30
- Carnivore Restaurant Nairobi Dinning experience-transport: $30
- Giraffe Center Baby Elephants Orphanage & Kobe Beads Factory Tour: $34
Tours and Activities in Entebbe
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Entebbe are as follows:
- 1-Day Best of Entebbe City Guided Walking Tour: $50
- 1-Day Mabamba Shoebill Birding Tour in Lake Victoria Entebbe: $165
- 3-Day Best of Uganda Big5 Safari Tour in Murchison Falls NP: $1,090
- BEST OF ENTEBBE BIKE CYCLING TOUR: $49
- ENTEBBE MOTOR BIKE TOUR: $100
- ENTEBBE WALKING TOUR: $50
- Equatar Line Tour & Victoria Lake Sunset Boat Ride: $130
- Guided Walking Tour: $26
- Jinja day tour exploring the source of River Nile: $240
- Uganda : 1-Day Ngamba Sanctuary for Chimpanzee Tour: $619
- Uganda: 1 Day Kibaale National Park Chimpanzee trekking Tour: $660
- Uganda: 3-Day Lake Mburo National Park Adventure Tour: $1,090
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNairobi $16Entebbe $13
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nairobi and Entebbe, we can see that Entebbe is more expensive. And not only is Nairobi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Nairobi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nairobi 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 Entebbe would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Entebbe than you might in Nairobi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nairobi Expensive? and Is Entebbe Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nairobi or Entebbe?
Nairobi has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Entebbe. When comparing the sizes of Nairobi and Entebbe, 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.