Which place is cheaper, Hermanus or Tangier?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Tangier or Hermanus?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Tangier and Hermanus 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: Tangier or Hermanus?
Tangier
Welcome to the gateway to Africa. Sitting on the coast of the Strait of Gibraltar, Tangier, Morocco has historically served as the meeting point of the Mediterranean and Africa.
After World War II, this city became a destination for eccentric foreigners, artists, spies and hippies. After that, the city was neglected and gained a horrible reputation for the hustlers cheating visitors left and right.
In 1999 Morocco saw the beginning of a new monarch who was more progressive with his vision for tourism. This message lit a fire under Tangier, helping the people see the amazing potential in their great city. They built a new port, a new business district and revamped the airport. The beaches and streets have been cleaned up of trash and hustlers and there's a sudden surge in cultural activities.
Hermanus
Hermanus is located on the southern coast of the Western Cape region of South Africa, situated right on the Atlantic Ocean. The area is famous for being the summer home to the Southern Right Whales who migrate there from the Antarctic every September. Hermanus offers incredible natural scenery and great opportunities for adventure seekers. The best time to visit is during their winter and spring, which runs from April through October. This is the driest time of year, meaning wildlife is easier to spot and the heat is much more bearable!
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Morocco, The Best Budget Safaris in South Africa, and The Best Luxury Tours to South Africa.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTangier $61Hermanus $67
The average daily cost (per person) in Tangier is $61, while the average daily cost in Hermanus is $67. 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 Tangier and Hermanus in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTangier $23Hermanus $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTangier $46Hermanus $50
Compare Hotels in Tangier and Hermanus
Looking for a hotel in Tangier or Hermanus? 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: Tangier Hotel Prices and Hermanus Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tangier $23Hermanus $8.04
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tangier
Also for Tangier, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer From Ferry Port to Tangier or Vice Versa: $19
- Tangier Airport Transfers: $23
- Tangier Private Transfers: $23
- One-way Luxury Tangier Airport or Port Transfer: $24
- Private Transfer to Tangier from Tangier City Port : $25
- Private Transfer to Tangier City from Airport or Vice Versa: $25
- Private Airport Transfers: $25
- Airport Transfer to Tanger City : $26
- Transfers from - to Tangier airport: $27
- Private Transfer : Tangier Airport (TNG) ⇆ Tangier City: $28
- Transfer Tangier Airport to Tangier City: $33
- Vip Private Transfer From Airport / Port to Tangier or Vice Versa: $34
Is it cheaper to fly into Tangier or Hermanus?
Prices for flights to both Hermanus and Tangier 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 dayTangier $20Hermanus $38
Typical Food Prices in Tangier
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tangier:
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Fruit & Yogurt$1.69
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tangier
For Tangier, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 3 Hour Private Moroccan Food Tour in Tanger : $49
- Tanger Local Street food tours: $60
- Tangier Private Cooking Class With a Local Family: $66
- Tangier Food Tour with a certified local guide!: $67
- Tangier food tour with Rababe: $71
- Tangier food tour : $71
- Tangier Food Tour with a certified guide!: $71
- Morocco Food Cooking Class and Tangier City Tour: $71
- Moroccan 3-in-1 Cooking Experience: $75
- Moroccan 3 in 1 Cooking Experience: $76
- The Food tour of Tangier: $76
- Inclusive Beach Camel Ride, Cap Spartel, Hercules & Full Dinner: $80
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tangier $20Hermanus -
Tours and Activities in Tangier
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tangier.
- Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus: $14
- Tangier City Tour Bus Hop On - Hop Off: $14
- From Marrakesh: Discover Essaouira Full-Day Tour: $17
- Tangier Stroll: Public Guided Tour: $17
- Tangier walking tour: $17
- Tangier Private Walking Tour with a Guide: $25
- Tangier Private Walking Tour: $26
- Tangier Guided Walking Experience: $26
- Touristic guide: $28
- Walking Tour Tangier Medina: $31
- 3 Hours Tangier walking Tour in Old Medina,Kasbah & berber market: $31
- Tangier Highlights Tour: Exploring the Cultural Gems: $31
Tours and Activities in Hermanus
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Hermanus are as follows:
- Half-Day Private Tour to Cape Peninsula with Local Guide: $269
- Hermanus Food and Culture Tour: $74
- Hermanus Land based Whale Walking Tour with Dave de Beer: $70
- Hermanus Whale Watching Day Tour: $24
- Hermanus Whale Watching Experience: $173
- Boat Based Whale Watching Experience: $74
- Shark Cage Diving - Adventure Meets Conservation!: $134
- Whale Watching Walking Tours (Land-Based) - from JUNE 2024: $54
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTangier $11Hermanus -
Sample the Local Flavors in Hermanus
Also in Hermanus, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Vineyard Safari and Wine Tasting in Hermanus with Guide : $24
- Hemel-en-Aarde Wine Tour: $81
- Private Family Vineyard Safari and Wine Tasting: $148
- Whale Watching Boat Trip and Wine tasting ,Penguin: $167
When comparing the travel costs between Tangier and Hermanus, we can see that Hermanus is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Africa, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tangier Expensive? and Is Hermanus Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tangier or Hermanus?
Tangier has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Hermanus. When comparing the sizes of Tangier and Hermanus, 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.
When is the best time to visit Tangier or Hermanus?
Hermanus has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Tangier experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Tangier or Hermanus in the Summer?
Both Hermanus and Tangier during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Tangier because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the summer, Tangier is a little warmer than Hermanus. Typically, the summer temperatures in Tangier in July average around 24°C (74°F), and Hermanus averages at about 21°C (70°F)in January.
In Hermanus, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Tangier. In the summer, Tangier often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Hermanusin January. Tangier gets 346 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hermanus receives 338 hours of full sun.
Tangier usually gets less rain in July than Hermanusin January. Tangier gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Hermanus receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryTangier 24°C (74°F)Hermanus 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Tangier or Hermanus in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Tangier and Hermanus. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Tangier year-round.
In October, Tangier is generally a little warmer than Hermanusin April. Daily temperatures in Tangier average around 20°C (68°F), and Hermanus fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Hermanus this time of the year. In Tangier, it's very sunny this time of the year. Tangier usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Hermanus during autumn. Tangier gets 235 hours of sunny skies, while Hermanus receives 233 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Tangier usually receives more rain than Hermanusin April. Tangier gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Hermanus receives 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilTangier 20°C (68°F)Hermanus 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Tangier or Hermanus in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Tangier as well as Hermanus. Tangier attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Tangier is around the same temperature as Hermanus in the winter. The daily temperature in Tangier averages around 13°C (55°F) in January, and Hermanus fluctuates around 13°C (55°F)in July.
In the winter, Tangier often gets less sunshine than Hermanusin July. Tangier gets 169 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hermanus receives 193 hours of full sun.
Tangier receives a lot of rain in the winter. Tangier usually gets more rain in January than Hermanusin July. Tangier gets 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain, while Hermanus receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyTangier 13°C (55°F)Hermanus 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Tangier or Hermanus in the Spring?
Both Hermanus and Tangier are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Tangier throughout the year.
In the spring, Tangier is around the same temperature as Hermanus. Typically, the spring temperatures in Tangier in April average around 15°C (60°F), and Hermanus averages at about 16°C (61°F)in October.
It's quite sunny in Hermanus. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Tangier. Tangier usually receives less sunshine than Hermanus during spring. Tangier gets 251 hours of sunny skies, while Hermanus receives 278 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Tangier usually receives more rain than Hermanusin October. Tangier gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Hermanus receives 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberTangier 15°C (60°F)Hermanus 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Hermanus and Tangier
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (56°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (57°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (74°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (61°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Dec | 13°C (56°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) |
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.