Which place is cheaper, Merzouga or Pushkar?
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 Pushkar or Merzouga?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Pushkar and Merzouga can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Pushkar or Merzouga?
Pushkar
Pushkar is a city located in the state of Rajasthan, India. The city is considered a holy one; it's famous for its Brahma temple. It is also known for its ghats, its lake, and bazaar. Brahma is one part of the holy Hindu trinity and is known sit on a lotus flower (which is what 'Pushkar' translates to). In Hindu religion, Brahma is believed to be the creator of this world and Pushkar is the most important temple.
Merzouga
Let's say you want to truly get away. I don't mean putting your ear buds in on some beach with a stronger on the next chair over. I mean really get away, and find yourself deserted. Merzouga, Morocco lets you do just that. This land of sand dune after sand dune is ideal for anyone yearning to ride a camel to the ends of civilization. And you'll find plenty of options to get here with a tour, or even on your own.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in India, The Best Cultural Tours in India, The Best Budget Tours to Morocco, and The Best Luxury Tours to Morocco.
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Pushkar Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPushkar $31Merzouga $22
The average daily cost (per person) in Pushkar is $31, while the average daily cost in Merzouga is $22. 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 Pushkar and Merzouga in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPushkar $11Merzouga $10
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPushkar $22Merzouga $20
Compare Hotels in Pushkar and Merzouga
Looking for a hotel in Pushkar or Merzouga? 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: Pushkar Hotel Prices and Merzouga Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pushkar $4.36Merzouga -
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pushkar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Pushkar:
- From Pushkar : Private Transfer To Jodhpur: $30
- From Private Transfer to Jaipur: $30
- One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Jodhpur: $32
- Private Transfer from Pushkar to Jaipur: $38
- Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Jaipur In AC Vehicle: $45
- Transfer From Udaipur To Pushkar Via Chittorgarh Fort: $48
- Private Transfers Pushkar To Udaipur Drop: $54
- From Pushkar : Private Transfer To Udaipur: $65
- From Chittorgarh Fort Day Trip with Transfers: $69
- Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Jodhpur In AC Vehicle: $71
- Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Udaipur In AC Vehicle: $112
- Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Mount Abu In AC Vehicle: $112
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Merzouga
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Merzouga:
- Merzouga Luxury Camp & With Transfer included: $74
Is it cheaper to fly into Pushkar or Merzouga?
Prices for flights to both Merzouga and Pushkar 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 dayPushkar $16Merzouga $10
Typical Food Prices in Pushkar
Some typical examples of dining costs in Pushkar are as follows:
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Lunch$2.11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pushkar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Pushkar.
- Traditional Rajasthani Cooking Class with Local Family in Pushkar: $69
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Merzouga
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Merzouga.
- Visit The Nomads, Gnawa Music, Rally In Dunes, Berber Pizza: $3.41
- Authentic Merzouga Desert Camp with Camel Ride, 4x4 & Dinner: $45
- Exclusive Merzouga Desert Safari: Camel Ride, Sandsurf & Dinner: $50
- Desert excursion with camel trek into the camp Dinner breakfast: $50
- Private trip 4x4 in Merzouga Lunch with Berber Pizza: $57
- Cooking class in Merzouga Make Berber Madfouna in Sand: $57
- Merzouga Luxury AC/ Heating Camp: Camel Ride, Dinner & breakfast: $62
- Overnight At Luxury Desert Camp with Camel Ride and Dinner: $68
- Magical Dinner and Camel Trek with 1 Night In Merzouga Luxury Desert Camp: $105
- Erfoud Desert Tour, Sunset, Dinner, Camel Ride, Visit the Nomads: $148
- From 2-Nights In Luxury Camp with Camel Trek & Dinner.: $170
- 2 Nights Private Camp in Merzouga with Dinner and Camel Ride: $200
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pushkar $7.24Merzouga -
Tours and Activities in Pushkar
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Pushkar are as follows:
- Pushkar : Explore Pushkar Walking Tour With Guide: $5.82
- Spiritual Walking tour with Puja Ceremony -The Pushkar Route: $6.13
- Afternoon Walking tour -The Pushkar Route: $6.34
- Evening Walking Tour with Fire Rituals-The Pushkar Route: $6.34
- Walking Sightseeing Tour - The Shine Pushkar: $6.53
- Spiritual City Walking Tour-THE Pushkar Route: $6.76
- Pushkar Ghats Spiritual Walking Tour: $7.00
- Afternoon Walk Tour with Sunset & Fire Ritual -The Pushkar Route: $7.00
- Evening Walking tour with Fire Ceremony - The Pushkar Route: $8.00
- Private Historical Walking Tour in Nasiyan Jain Temple: $8.72
- Cultural Walk of Pushkar (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $12
- 2-Hour Walking Tour with Guide: $13
Tours and Activities in Merzouga
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Merzouga are as follows:
- 1 Night Camel Trekking Tour in Merzouga Desert Camp: $3.41
- Merzouga Desert Excursion - Sahara 4x4 Adventure: $3.41
- Quad Biking Desert Tour in Erg Chebbi Dunes & Sandboarding: $3.41
- Merzouga Sunset Adventure: Camel, Quad, Buggy or 4WD: $23
- Camel Ride Experience: $28
- Merzouga Quad Biking Experience: $32
- ATV Quad bikes in sahara dunes experience & sandboarding: $33
- Jeep Tour in Sahara Desert Merzouga, Morocco: $34
- Adventure in Merzouga with Quads, Jeep Tours, Camel Ride camping: $34
- 4×4 Jeep Tour in Merzouga: $34
- Desert 4×4 Tour Around Merzouga: $34
- 2 Hour Quad Desert Experience with Sandboarding: $37
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPushkar $5.88Merzouga -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pushkar and Merzouga, we can see that Pushkar is more expensive. And not only is Merzouga much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Pushkar is in Asia and Merzouga is in Africa, 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 Merzouga would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Merzouga 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 Pushkar would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pushkar than you might in Merzouga.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pushkar Expensive? and Is Merzouga Expensive?.
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.