Which place is cheaper, Merzouga or Tangier?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Tangier or Merzouga?
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 Merzouga 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 Merzouga?
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.
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 10-Day Tours in Morocco, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Morocco, The Best 2-Week Tours in Morocco, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTangier $62Merzouga $18
The average daily cost (per person) in Tangier is $62, while the average daily cost in Merzouga is $18. 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 Merzouga in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTangier $23Merzouga $10
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTangier $46Merzouga $20
Compare Hotels in Tangier and Merzouga
Looking for a hotel in Tangier 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: Tangier Hotel Prices and Merzouga Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tangier $24Merzouga -
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tangier
Also for Tangier, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer to Tanger City : $17
- Private Transfer from Airport to Tangier City or Vice Versa: $19
- Transfer from Tangier airport to Tangier: $22
- Tangier Private Transfers: $24
- 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 Transfer: Tangier Ibn Battouta Airport to Tangier: $26
- Transfers from - to Tangier airport: $28
- Private Transfer: Tangier Airport (TNG): $28
- Private Transfer from Tangier Ibn Batouta Airport Vice Versa: $33
- Tangier Airport Private Transfer: To Your Hotel or Any Location: $33
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Merzouga
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Merzouga:
- 1 way Errachidia airport transfer: $63
Is it cheaper to fly into Tangier or Merzouga?
Prices for flights to both Merzouga 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 $20Merzouga $6.03
Typical Food Prices in Tangier
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tangier:
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Fruit & Yogurt$1.73
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tangier
For Tangier, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Flavors of Food Tour with a Certified Local Guide : $60
- Tanger Local Street food tours: $61
- Tangier Private Cooking Class With a Local Family: $65
- Tangier Private Food Tour with Local Guide: $66
- Tangier food tour with Rababe: $72
- Tangier food tour : $72
- Moroccan 3 in 1 Cooking Experience: $78
- The Food tour of Tangier: $78
- Sunset Camel Ride on Achakkar Beach including Traditional Dinner: $80
- Inclusive Beach Camel Ride, Cap Spartel, Hercules & Full Dinner: $80
- Tangier Cooking Class With a Local Family: $83
- Tangier Private Cooking Class With a Local Family: $89
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Merzouga
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Merzouga.
- 1-Night in Desert Camp & Camel Ride & Dinner: $44
- Camel trek with 1 Night in Luxury camp with Dinner+ Sundbording: $44
- Berber Cooking Class in the Desert with Pickup: $49
- 1-Night in the luxury camp. camel ride & Dinner: $55
- Overnight in Luxury Camp With camel Trek & Dinner: $77
- Merzouga Orange Dunes ATV Sandsurf Camels with 5 Stars Dinner: $92
- Visit The Nomads, Gnawa Music, Rally In Dunes, Berber Pizza : $95
- Magical Dinner and Camel Trek with 1 Night In Merzouga Luxury Desert Camp: $105
- Merzouga Adventure Quad Biking Camel Ride and Dinner Show: $112
- From Fes: 2-Day Merzouga Desert Trip(Luxury Tent & Dinner): $127
- 2 Nights Private Camp in Merzouga with Dinner and Camel Ride: $200
- One Night in Private Camp in the Sahara Desert in Merzouga with Dinner: $278
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tangier $20Merzouga -
Tours and Activities in Tangier
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tangier.
- Alchemist Quest Experience in Tarifa: $6.10
- Tangier City Tour Bus Hop On - Hop Off: $14
- Private Tangier Shopping Tour with Local Guide: $15
- Tangier Walking Tour: Discover the City on Foot: $16
- From Marrakesh: Discover Essaouira Full-Day Tour: $17
- Private Mountain Bike Tours in Tangier : $21
- From Costa del Sol to Tangier Full day tour and camel ride: $22
- Tangier Private Walking Tour with a Guide: $25
- 3 Hours Tangier walking Tour in Old Medina,Kasbah & berber market: $31
- 3 Hours Small Group Guided Tour of Tangier: $32
- A guided tour in the old Medina of Tangiers: $33
- Tangier Tour Guide: Private Medina Walking Tour: $39
Tours and Activities in Merzouga
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Merzouga are as follows:
- Berber Experience Private Sahara Desert Day Trip: $82
- Overnight in Desert Camp Berber Experience in Merzouga Desert & Camel Ride: $84
- Private Adventure to Merzouga Risani from Erfoud : $144
- Private Desert Tour and Visit to Nomadic Families: $99
- 1 Hour Merzouga Desert Buggy Experience: $142
- 1 Hour Merzouga Desert Quad Biking Tour & Sandboarding: $56
- 1 Night Camel Trekking Tour in Merzouga Desert Camp : $49
- 2 Hours Merzouga Desert Quad Bike Adventure: $114
- 2 hours Merzouga Dunes ATV Rental - Desert Quad Biking Tour: $114
- 2-Day Desert Tour with Return to Marrakech: $185
- 2-Days Merzouga tour from Errachidia: $150
- 3 Days Private Desert Tour in Merzouga with ATV and Sandboarding : $266
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTangier $11Merzouga -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tangier and Merzouga, we can see that Tangier is more expensive. And not only is Merzouga much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Tangier would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tangier 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 Tangier 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.