A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Serengeti National Park vs. London for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Serengeti National Park or London?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Serengeti National Park or London, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.

Where Should I go: Serengeti National Park or London?

Serengeti National Park

Sprawling across 5,700 square miles of northern Tanzania in East Africa, Serengeti National Park makes up one of the oldest ecosystems in the world-one whose climate, vegetation, and fauna has barely changed over the past million years.  Today the park is a major wildlife destination, especially during the Great Migration when over a million hoofed animals are on the move.

London

The capital of the United Kingdom is a thriving multicultural metropolis. Steeped in iconic landmarks, world-class museums and royal parks, London is energetic, majestic, ambitious and one of the world's greatest cities. London is a cultural and fashion capital, a great place to go out, an amazing place to eat and one of those cities that is constantly changing with new and exciting things sprouting up almost every day. History and tradition greet you at every turn in the UK's capital. London is also a city with an edgy underbelly, delighting in neon pink dive bars, cheeky graffiti and mind-blowing street food. When you need a break from the action, pop into a pub or relax in one of the city's many parks. Blow through the city on a double-decker bus, and take a pinch-me-I'm-in-London walk through the West End. As one of the most visited cities in the world, London is busy, vibrant and very tourist friendly. The only problem with London is that it's very expensive; it can eat away at your budget if you aren't careful. Luckily, there are also tons of free or cheap things to do in London that can fill your time.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Eco Tours in Tanzania, The Best Cultural Tours in Tanzania, The Best Coach Bus Tours in United Kingdom, and The Best Adventure Tours to United Kingdom.


Which place is cheaper, London or Serengeti National Park?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

  • Serengeti National Park Prices
    Tanzania Prices
    London Prices
    UK Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Serengeti National Park $147
    London $292

The average daily cost (per person) in Serengeti National Park is $147, while the average daily cost in London is $292. 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 Serengeti National Park and London in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Serengeti National Park $54
    London $169
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Serengeti National Park $108
    London $338
Compare Hotels in Serengeti National Park and London

Looking for a hotel in Serengeti National Park or London? 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.

Hotels in Serengeti National Park


Hotels in London


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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: London Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Serengeti National Park $20
    London $35

Typical Local Transportation Prices in London

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in London:


  • Taxi Ride
    $20
  • Heathrow Express
    $24
  • Luggage Storage
    $11
  • London Map
    $1.74
  • Oyster Card
    $48
  • Train to Gatwick Airport (2)
    $29
  • Oyster Card
    $36

Hired Cars and Shuttles in London

Also for London, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • 8 Seater Transfer: Heathrow Airport to Central London: $240
  • 8 Seater Transfer: Heathrow Airport to/from Central London: $229
  • Affordable All London Airports Round-trip: Private Transfers to London Hotels: $181
  • Airport - hotel - airport transfers for Heathrow groups.: $532
  • Airport 2 Airport Transfer London Heathrow to all London Airports: $196
  • Airport Transfer: Gatwick Airport LGW to London by Luxury Car: $272
  • Airport Transfer: London to Heathrow Airport LHR by Luxury Van: $150
  • Arrival Transfer: Gatwick Airport LGW to London by Business Car: $212
  • Arrival Transfer: Gatwick Airport LGW to London by Luxury Van: $234
  • Arrival Transfer: London Airport LHR to London by Business Car: $133
  • Arrival Transfer: London Train Stations to London Hotels: $99
  • Birmingham Airport : Bus transferring to/from Luton Airport: $28

Is it cheaper to fly into Serengeti National Park or London?

Prices for flights to both London and Serengeti National Park 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Serengeti National Park $65
    London $80

Typical Food Prices in London

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to London:


  • Lunch at Starbucks
    $18
  • Tea
    $8.09
  • Afternoon Tea at Fortnum & Mason
    $53
  • Morning Tea
    $8.56
  • Pastry
    $6.74
  • Sushi Dinner for One
    $25

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in London

For London, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • London Sweet Treats Food Tour: Choose Your Own Sweet Treats & Tea: $48
  • Pizza Making Masterclass: $62
  • French Cuisine Dinner & Comedy Show Experience, Covent Garden: $88
  • London Borough Market Holiday Food Tour: Sweet Treats & Tea Tour: $89
  • London Sweet Treats Food Tour: Covent Garden & West End: $89
  • Peruvian Fusion Dinner & Comedy Show Experience, Covent Garden: $89
  • Authentic Japanese Cooking Class in North London Home: $94
  • East London Indian Food Tour with 8+ Authentic Food Tastings: $101
  • London Bridge & Borough Market Food Tour with 7 Must-Do Tastings: $102
  • Devour Borough Market & Leadenhall Food Tour with Wine: $107
  • Plant Power - Vegan Food Tour: $117
  • Japanese Izakaya Dinner & Comedy Show Experience, Covent Garden: $117

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Serengeti National Park $51
    London $44

Typical Entertainment Prices in London

For London, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Two Tickets to a Concert
    $112
  • London Symphony Orchestra
    $46
  • London Pass
    $63
  • Comedy Show
    $11

Tours and Activities in London

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for London.

  • London's Hidden Gems Self Guided City Tour: $3.52
  • London Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour: $3.52
  • Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in London: $4.69
  • London’s Most Luxurious Neighbourhood: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Mayfair: $5.00
  • Bohemian Bloomsbury: Literary London Walking Audio Tour: $5.00
  • London Mob Revenge in Westminster: Exploration Game and Tour: $5.28
  • National Gallery Audio Tour (No Entry Ticket): $5.49
  • London Walking Tour: Self-Guided City Game: $5.98
  • London’s West End at War: Self-Guided WWII Puzzle Adventure: $5.98
  • Central London Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $6.16
  • Covent Garden Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $6.18
  • London Walking Tour: Self-Guided City Game: $6.49

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Serengeti National Park $15
    London $20

Sample the Local Flavors in London

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in London:

  • City of London Historic Pub Tour: $16
  • London Italian Wine Tasting at Historic St Marks Church: $32
  • London PUB CRAWL Shots Pints & Good Times: $34
  • The Great British Pub Walking Tour: London: $40
  • Sipsmith Distillery Tour and Complimentary Tasting: $41
  • Potter Pub Tour for Muggles: London: $44
  • London Sightseeing Gusbourne Sparkling Wine Tasting & Cheese: $67
  • London Historical Pub Tour with Pilgrims and Pirates: $81
  • Pub Crawl and Sing Along London Experience: $81
  • London Historical Pub Tour with Pilgrims and Pirates: $82
  • Amy Winehouse Camden Pub Tour with beer: $96
  • Private Group: Historical Pub Walking Tour of London: $172


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Serengeti National Park and London, we can see that London is more expensive. And not only is Serengeti National Park much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Serengeti National Park is in Africa and London is in Europe, 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 Serengeti National Park would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Serengeti National Park 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 London would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in London than you might in Serengeti National Park.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Serengeti National Park Expensive? and Is London Expensive?.