Which place is cheaper, Agadir or Ouarzazate?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Ouarzazate or Agadir?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Ouarzazate and Agadir 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: Ouarzazate or Agadir?
Ouarzazate
Morocco can be quite an energetic country, but if you're looking for more of a quiet getaway, consider Ouarzazate. Small by Moroccan standards, this town is built up mostly around a main street – the Avenue Mohammad V. Ouarzazate. The name "Ouarzazate" comes from the Berber language meaning "without noise" or "without confusion." It was once a crossroad for a African traders traveling to northern cities in Morocco and Europe. Today, Ouarzazate is the largest town in the Moroccan Sahara, and its central location serves as a good home base touring the rest of Morocco.
Agadir
Agadir is a city with a long and tragic past. In 1960 the city suffered from an earthquake, destroying the city including the ancient Kasbah. Approximately 15,000 people were killed, 12,000 were injured and around 35,000 people were left homeless. They began rebuilding the city center on a grid system, making it easy for today's visitors to navigate and get around this city. The new city is full of boulevards with cafes and a mix of 1960s and classic Moroccan architecture. Today, the city is still growing and welcomes European vacationers to its resort destinations. Visitors appreciate the clean beaches, outstanding golf courses and luxurious health and beauty spas.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Morocco, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco, The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayOuarzazate $44Agadir $61
The average daily cost (per person) in Ouarzazate is $44, while the average daily cost in Agadir is $61. 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 Ouarzazate and Agadir in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOuarzazate $22Agadir $42
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOuarzazate $44Agadir $84
Compare Hotels in Ouarzazate and Agadir
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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: Ouarzazate Hotel Prices and Agadir Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ouarzazate $3.51Agadir $4.34
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ouarzazate
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Ouarzazate are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$2.06
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ouarzazate
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ouarzazate:
- Private Ouarzazate Airport Transfer: $20
- Ouarzazate Airport: Private Transfer: $43
- "Ouarzazate to Marrakech: Your Comfortable Private Transfer": $115
- Private Transfert Between Marrakech & Ouarzazate: $166
- Private Transfer between Ouarzazate & Marrakech: $319
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Agadir
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Agadir:
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CTM bus from Eassaouira to Agadir$13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Agadir
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Agadir:
- Agadir Private transfer from Agadir (AGA) Airport to Tiznit city or Aglou beach: $112
- Agadir airport Transfers Service: $34
- "Agadir to Marrakesh: Private Transfer for Your Convenience": $120
- 2 hours surf-coaching in taghazout ticket & transfer included : $50
- 2-Hour Hammam and Massage with Transfer in Agadir: $50
- 4×4 Jeep Sahara Desert Tour with Lunch & Hotel Transfers: $48
- Agadir Airport (AGA): One-Way Transfer to Taghazout Hotels: $43
- Agadir Airport Private Transfers ( To or from Agadir city center only): $34
- Agadir Airport Taxi Transfers: $21
- Agadir Airport Transfer: $29
- Agadir Airport Transfer : $21
- Agadir Airport Transfer / Taghazout : $22
Is it cheaper to fly into Ouarzazate or Agadir?
Prices for flights to both Agadir and Ouarzazate 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 dayOuarzazate $17Agadir $13
Typical Food Prices in Ouarzazate
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Ouarzazate:
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Dinner for Two$11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ouarzazate
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ouarzazate.
- Private Berber Cooking Class at Fint Oasis with Lunch: $45
- Oases Fint Tour With Dinner: $67
- Zagora 2 Days Sahara Desert Tour with Dinner and Desert Camp: $80
Typical Food Prices in Agadir
Some typical examples of dining costs in Agadir are as follows:
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Dinner$24
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Dinner$7.74
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Agadir
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Agadir.
- Camel Ride With Tea & BBQ Dinner Option: $18
- Flamingo River Camel Ride with Optional BBQ Dinner: $19
- Camel Ride With Tea & BBQ Dinner Option: $19
- Agadir Camel Ride Flamingo River & BBQ Dinner: $20
- Camel Ride Tour with Tea and Dinner Option: $21
- Camel Ride With Tea & BBQ Dinner Option: $21
- Agadir Camel Ride + Sunset and Dinner (BBQ): $28
- Camel ride in agadir at sunset with dinner (BBQ): $28
- From Agadir or Taghazout: Camel Ride BBQ Lunch or Dinner: $29
- Agadir Camel Trek Sunset Tour with Dinner Barbecue: $31
- Agadir :Sunset Camel Ride with BBQ Dinner & Transfer: $32
- Taroudant & Tiout Treasures : Full Day Trip with Dinner - Agadir: $35
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ouarzazate $11Agadir $3.32
Tours and Activities in Ouarzazate
Here are a few actual costs in Ouarzazate for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Royal Private Tour of Ksar Ait Ben Haddou: $22
- Ait-Ben-Haddou - City Tour: $22
- 1 Hour Horse Riding Adventure in Ait Ben Haddou: $26
- Private Quad Experience in the Ouarzazate Desert: $56
- Marrakech: 2-Day Zagora Desert and Atlas Mountains Tour: $66
- Marrakech:2-Day group tour to Zagora Desert&Atlas Mountains: $69
- Marrakech to Merzouga: 3-Day Desert Camp Adventure: $91
- 3-Day Desert Adventure: Ouarzazate to Merzouga: $100
- from Marrakech: 3-day tour to Merzouga and the Sahara Desert: $104
- From Marrakech : Merzouga 3 day desert tour with camel ride: $106
- Private One Day Tour AIT BENHADDOU and TELOUET via Ouarzazate: $112
- Private tour Ait Ben Haddou - Ouarzazate. Lunch included.: $122
Typical Entertainment Prices in Agadir
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Agadir are as follows:
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Show Tickets$2.32
Tours and Activities in Agadir
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Agadir are as follows:
- Argan Oil Factory Tour: $5.32
- Agadir or Taghazout : Sunday Market Souk El Had Guided Tour: $8.20
- Agadir : City Sightseeing Tour: $11
- Crocoparc Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket: $11
- Agadir/Taghazout/Port: Paradise Valley Half-Day Tour & Lunch: $13
- Agadir/Taghazout: Paradise Valley Half-Day Tour with Lunch: $14
- Agadir Experience, City Tour in 3 Hours: $14
- City Sightseeing Tour With Agadir Oufella Attraction: $14
- City Sightseeing Tour With Agadir Oufella Visit: $14
- From Agadir/Taghazout: Paradise Valley & Atlas Mountain Tour: $14
- 3-Hour Guided Tour in Agadir City: $14
- Agadir City Tour Discovery: $14
Alcohol
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When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ouarzazate and Agadir, we can see that Agadir is more expensive. And not only is Ouarzazate much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Ouarzazate would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ouarzazate 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 Agadir would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Agadir than you might in Ouarzazate.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ouarzazate Expensive? and Is Agadir Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ouarzazate or Agadir?
Agadir has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Ouarzazate. When comparing the sizes of Ouarzazate and Agadir, 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.