Which place is cheaper, Nadi (Port Denarau) 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 Nadi (Port Denarau)?
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 Nadi (Port Denarau) 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 Nadi (Port Denarau)?
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.
Nadi (Port Denarau)
Nadi, pronounced "Nandi", is a city and transportation hub in the Fijian islands. It is on one of the main islands, Viti Levu, and has a population of about 42,000. Many inhabitants are Indian as well as Fijian, and the largest temple in the Southern hemisphere is located in the city center. It must be noted that Nadi and surrounding areas aren't known for the beaches. This is more of a cultural destination or starting point for your trip to Fiji. For the best beaches, you will want to venture out to the other, smaller, islands.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Safaris in Kenya, and The Best Budget Safaris in Kenya.
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Nairobi Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNairobi $68Nadi (Port Denarau) $200
The average daily cost (per person) in Nairobi is $68, while the average daily cost in Nadi (Port Denarau) is $200. 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 Nadi (Port Denarau) in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNairobi $12Nadi (Port Denarau) $107
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNairobi $24Nadi (Port Denarau) $214
Compare Hotels in Nairobi and Nadi (Port Denarau)
Looking for a hotel in Nairobi or Nadi (Port Denarau)? 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 Nadi (Port Denarau) Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nairobi $11Nadi (Port Denarau) $8.87
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$9.27
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
- Private Airport Transfer in Nairobi Kenya: $20
- Nairobi Airport Transfer, Hotel Pick up and Drop Off: $20
- Nairobi Airport Transfers to City Hotels or Wilson Airport: $24
- Airport transfer; NBO to nairobi hotels: $27
- Nairobi Airport One Way Private Transfer: $27
- Airport Transfers in Nairobi: $28
- Private One-Way Nairobi Airport Transfer: $29
- Beyond Boundaries Tours and Transfers: $30
- From Wilson Airport: Nairobi private transfer in a car (3 pax): $30
- Professional Airport Transfer Service in Nairobi: $33
- Nairobi Private Airport Transfer: $35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nadi (Port Denarau)
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nadi (Port Denarau):
- Zip line ex Intercontinental Fiji with return private transfers: $211
- Zip line Fiji ex Fiji Marriot w/private return transfer: $186
- Treetops Fiji Zipline Tour with Drop off Transfer to Nadi Airport: $131
- Shuttle transfer to Nadi Airport: $50
- Shared transfer- Nadi Airport to Denarau island Fiji: $92
- Shared Transfers from Airport to Denarau: $12
- Shared Transfer from Nadi Airport Fiji to Nadi area hotels: $9.19
- Shared Transfer To Nadi Airport from Denarau Resorts: $9.19
- Shared Departure Transfer : Hotel to Airport: $20
- Roundtrip Nadi Airport -Sofitel Resort & Spa(Private Transfer]: $28
- Round Trip Transfer -Nadi Airport to Intercontinental Resort: $64
- Round Trip Private Transfer From Nadi Airport To Your Resort: $23
Is it cheaper to fly into Nairobi or Nadi (Port Denarau)?
Prices for flights to both Nadi (Port Denarau) 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 $13Nadi (Port Denarau) $70
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$5.02
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nairobi
For Nairobi, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Carnivore Restaurant: Lunch or Dinner Experience in Nairobi: $21
- Kenyan Cooking Class & Authentic Dining Experience with a Local: $40
- Traditional Kenyan Cooking Class & Local Market Tour: $55
- Private Interactive Cooking Class and Market Tour in Kinoo: $65
- Dinner/Lunch Eating Experience Carnivore Restaurant & Transport: $75
- Nairobi Nightlife and Safari Park Hotel Dinner Experience: $90
- Private Market Tour and Traditional Kenyan Cooking Class in Nairobi with a Local: $98
- Safari Cat Dancers Show And Dinner: $100
- Barbecue Lunch/ Dinner At The Carnivore Restaurant - Nairobi: $100
- Authentic home dinner with a local Family in Nairobi: $108
- Flavors of Brazilian Churrascaria Dinner Eating Experience: $125
- BBQ Dinner & Cat Dancers Experience at Safari Park Hotel: $125
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nairobi $46Nadi (Port Denarau) $33
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:
- Private Tour in Kibera the Largest Slum: $15
- Kibera Slum Cultural and Community Walking Tour: $15
- Ankara Fabric Shopping and Same Day Tailoring Experience: $17
- Nairobi City Walking Guided Tour: $18
- Nairobi Matatu Culture Experience: $18
- Nairobi’s ultimate Walking City Tour with Hotel pickup: $20
- Half Day Nairobi National Park Game Drive tour.: $22
- Nairobi Artistic and Literary Walking Tour Experience: $22
- Nairobi City Walk Tour +pickup: $22
- Kibera Chocolate City Tour: $22
- Historical City Walk Tour in Nairobi: $23
- Nairobi City Tour: $25
Tours and Activities in Nadi (Port Denarau)
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nadi (Port Denarau) are as follows:
- "Coral Coast Adventure: Pottery, Kava, Meke, Dunes & Temple'': $121
- "Half Day Nadi Highlights Tour”: $149
- 16 Lines Zipline, Cave and Mud Spa Combo Tour with Lunch in Fiji: $167
- 6 Hours Giant Zipline Adventure Park in Fiji: $92
- Biausevu Waterfall Tour (Sigatoka): $103
- Coral Coast Heritage Tour: $180
- Coral Coast Heritage Tour: $101
- Cultural Night Tour: $86
- Day Tour Exploration of Fiji Culture and Nature: $230
- Discover Coral Coast & Natadola Beach Tour: $117
- Discover Coral Coast & Natadola Beach Tour: $95
- Discover Nadi Tour: $85
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNairobi $16Nadi (Port Denarau) $11
Sample the Local Flavors in Nairobi
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Nairobi:
- Food and Wine Tasting Experience at Five Senses Restaurant: $155
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nairobi and Nadi (Port Denarau), we can see that Nadi (Port Denarau) is more expensive. And not only is Nairobi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Nairobi is in Africa and Nadi (Port Denarau) is in Pacific, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. 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 Nadi (Port Denarau) would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nadi (Port Denarau) 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 Nadi (Port Denarau) Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nairobi or Nadi (Port Denarau)?
Nairobi has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Nadi (Port Denarau). When comparing the sizes of Nairobi and Nadi (Port Denarau), 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.