Which place is cheaper, Zagora or Nairobi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Nairobi or Zagora?
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 Zagora 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 Zagora?
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.
Zagora
A small town in southern Morocco, Zagora is a popular base camp for excursions on foot, by camel, or four wheel drive vehicles into the surrounding desert. One of the most famous and historic treks is the ancient caravan route to Timbuktu, marked by a famous sign at the end of town - indicating a journey of "52 days" by camel.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Safaris in Kenya, The Best Budget Safaris in Kenya, The Best Adventure Tours to Morocco, and The Best Cultural Tours in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNairobi $62Zagora $52
The average daily cost (per person) in Nairobi is $62, while the average daily cost in Zagora is $52. 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 Zagora in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNairobi $12Zagora $37
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNairobi $24Zagora $74
Compare Hotels in Nairobi and Zagora
Looking for a hotel in Nairobi or Zagora? 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 Zagora Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nairobi $11Zagora $1.47
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:
- NBO:Jomo Kenyatta Airport Arrivals Private Transfer: $16
- Nairobi Airport Arrival Pickup or Drop off Transfer One Way.: $20
- Airport Transfers In Nairobi: $20
- Private Transfer from Airport to Accommodation: $22
- Nairobi NBO Airport One-Way Transfers: $25
- Mwashi Airport Transfer & Taxi: $27
- Nairobi Airport Transfers to Wilson Airport or City Hotels: $28
- Private One-Way Nairobi Airport Transfer: $29
- Airport Transfer in Nairobi- JKIA: $30
- Private Airport and Hotel Transfer in Nairobi: $30
- Nairobi airport to city transfer: $33
- Kenya: Adventure, and Cultural Tours with Transfers: $33
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zagora
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zagora:
- Airport Private Transfer: $37
Is it cheaper to fly into Nairobi or Zagora?
Prices for flights to both Zagora 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 $7.52Zagora $13
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 Market Visit and Delicious food: $40
- Experience the Taste of Nairobi:A Hands-On Cooking Adventure: $45
- Traditional Cuisines Cooking Experience And Class.: $50
- Traditional Kenyan Cooking Class & Local Market Tour : $55
- Local Market Tour and Traditional Meal Cooking Class: $56
- Private Traditional Kenyan Cooking Class with Lunch in Nairobi: $60
- Nairobi Private Traditional Kenyan Cooking Class with Lunch: $65
- Carnivore restaurant Dinner or lunch from Nairobi: $65
- Carnivore Restaurant Lunch or Dinner Experience: $80
- Carnivore Dinner Experience: $80
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nairobi $46Zagora $2.95
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$16
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
- Nairobi;Downtown walking tour: $18
- Nairobi City;culture and historical guided tour: $19
- Kibera Slum Tour with a Local: $20
- Nairobi City Walking and Historic Tours: $22
- From Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Center Tour: $25
- Nairobi City tour: $25
- Nairobi city walking tour : $25
- Kibera slums half day tour from nairobi: $25
- Elephant orphanage, Giraffe center, kobe beads tour: $25
- Nairobi City Tour: $25
- Half-Day Tour Giraffe Center and Sheldrick Wildlife Trust: $25
Tours and Activities in Zagora
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Zagora are as follows:
- 2 Days Tour to Zagora Desert with sunset from Marrakech: $86
- 2 days tour from Zagora to Erg Chegaga: $135
- 2-Day Sahara Adventure to Zagora and Ait Ben Haddou: $107
- From Agadir 4 Days 3 nights Sahara Tour to Marrakeche: $1,027
- From Agadir or Taghazout: 2-Day Sahara Desert Tour to Zagora: $368
- From Agadir or Taghazout: 2-Day Sahara Desert Tour to Zagora: $381
- From Agadir or Taghazout: 2-Day Sahara Desert Tour to Zagora: $391
- From 2-Day Desert Tour to Erg Chegaga: $300
- Private Day Camel Trekking Tour in Draa Valley from Zagora: $224
- Zagora to Erg chigaga desert tour & 4x4 (All-inclusive) 2-Days: $171
- Zagora to Erg chigaga desert tour & 4x4 and camel ride : $112
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNairobi $16Zagora -
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 we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nairobi and Zagora, we can see that Nairobi is more expensive. And not only is Zagora much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Zagora would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Zagora 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 Nairobi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nairobi than you might in Zagora.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nairobi Expensive? and Is Zagora Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nairobi or Zagora?
Nairobi has a larger population, and is about 80 times larger than the population of Zagora. When comparing the sizes of Nairobi and Zagora, 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.