Should I Visit Tbilisi or Dakar for Vacation? Which is Better? Which is Cheaper? Which is More Expensive?

Should you visit Tbilisi or Dakar?

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

Should I visit Tbilisi or Dakar? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.

Where Should I go: Tbilisi or Dakar?

Tbilisi

Tbilisi is the capital of the country of Georgia. Its cobblestoned old town reflects a long, complicated history, with periods under Persian and Russian rule. Its diverse architecture encompasses Eastern Orthodox churches, ornate art nouveau buildings and Soviet Modernist structures. Looming over it all are Narikala, a reconstructed 4th-century fortress, and Kartlis Deda, an iconic statue of the "Mother of Georgia." Tbilisi’s eternal charms of a dramatic setting in the deep valley of the swift Mtkvari River, picturesque architecture, an ever-lively arts and cultural scene, and the welcoming Georgian lifestyle have been added a whole new 21st-century dimension of inviting cafes and restaurants serving ever better food, up-to-date lodgings from backpacker hostels to international five-stars, interesting bars and clubs, spruced-up museums, galleries, parks, plazas and whole streets, modernized transport and a sprinkling of eye-catching contemporary architecture. The mix of modern and ancient elements makes Tbilisi the beating heart of the South Caucasus and it is well worth a visit.

Dakar

Located in West Africa, Dakar is the capital city of Senegal and an Atlantic port on the Cap-Vert peninsula. Main attractions include the city's markets, the Dakar Grand Mosque, Goree Island, the IFAN Museum, the African Renaissance Monument, beaches, and the Senegal Zoo.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Senegal, and The Best Luxury Tours to Senegal.

Which place is cheaper, Dakar or Tbilisi?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

Tbilisi Prices
Georgia Prices

Dakar Prices
Senegal Prices
Average Daily Cost Per person, per day

Tbilisi $29

Dakar $61

The average daily cost (per person) in Tbilisi is $29, while the average daily cost in Dakar 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 Tbilisi and Dakar in more detail.

Accommodation

Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person

Tbilisi $13

Dakar $32
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room

Tbilisi $26

Dakar $64

Compare Hotels in Tbilisi and Dakar

Looking for a hotel in Tbilisi or Dakar? 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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Local Transportation

Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.

Tbilisi $6.20

Dakar $5.37

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tbilisi

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

24/7 Private Transfer from/to Tbilisi Airport : $43
24/7 Taxi Airport Shuttle and Transfer Private Service: $14
3-Day Tbilisi & Mtskheta Discovery + Airport Transfers: $159
4 Days Private Tour in Georgia With Free Airport Transfers: $237
Airport transfer by Visit-geo: $16
Arrival Private Transfer from Tbilisi Airport to Tbilisi Hotel : $41
Batumi airport: Bus Transfer to/from Tbilisi: $16
Borjomi to Tbilisi Airport Transfer: $66
Comfortable transfer from Tbilisi Airport: $54
Comfortable,fast and safe private transfer from airport: $30
From Transfer to Gudauri Ski Resort: $54
From Tbilisi:Private Transfer service To Batumi: $242

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dakar

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Dakar:

Transfer - Dakar <-> Saint-Louis (One way): $197
Transfer - DSS Airport <-> Dakar (One way): $66
Private Transfer DSS AIBD Airport - Dakar (two directions): $82
DSS Airport Transfer <-> Dakar (Return): $120
Blaise Diagne Int Airport (DSS): Transfer to Dakar hotels: $211
AIBD-DAKAR transfer: $49

Is it cheaper to fly into Tbilisi or Dakar?

Prices for flights to both Dakar and Tbilisi 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

Tbilisi $8.03

Dakar $20

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tbilisi

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

Natural Wine Degustation and Tasting with Georgian Dinner Option: $20
Small-Group Khinkali and Khachapuri Cooking Class in Tbilisi: $24
Georgian Cooking Class with Khinkali and Khachapuri: $25
Adjarian Khachapuri Making Private Virtual Cooking Class: $40
Traveling Spoon Georgian Dumplings Private Online Cooking Class: $40
Cooking Class with a Local Family: $49
Tbilisi Street Food Tour: $70
Food Tour with 9 Tastings and Wine: $70
Full Day Tbilisi Tour with Cooking Class & Wine Tasting Activity: $95
In Georgian Cooking Masterclass by Local: $102
Half-Day Food Tour of Tbilisi Dezerter's Bazaar: $125
Private Cooking Class with a Georgian Grandmother in Tbilisi: $130

Typical Food Prices in Dakar

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Dakar:

Breakfast

$4.11

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dakar

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Dakar.

Senegalese Street Food Tour in Dakar: $115

Entertainment

Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.

Tbilisi $15

Dakar $14

Tours and Activities in Tbilisi

For Tbilisi, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

Skip the Line: Experimentorium Ticket: $5.45
Virtual tour to Georgia: $10
Walking Tour in Old Tbilisi - Group Tour: $12
Highlands Tour: Kazbegi, Ananuri, Gudauri, and Zhinvali: $12
Exploring Tbilisi Walking Tour: $12
3 Hour Walking Tour in Tbilisi: $13
Afternoon Walking tour of Old Town: $13
Tbilisi Guided Walking Tour: $13
Underground Printing House Museum Tour in Tbilisi: $14
City Highlights Guided Walking Tour: $14
Tbilisi City Tour: $15
Revolutionary Tbilisi Walking Tour: $15

Tours and Activities in Dakar

Here are a few actual costs in Dakar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

Mamelles Lighthouse and Ngor Island (Walking Tour): $130
2-day tour Lac rose- desert of Lompoul: $290
Accro Baobab Adventure Ticket Entry: $38
Dakar City Tour and Goree Island: $162
Pink Lake and Turtle Village Half-Day Tour: $200
Private City Tour: $109
Private custom tour with a local guide: $30
Day trip Goree island and Dakar city tour : $159
From Dakar or Saly: Half-Day Tour to Pink Lake: $138
From Dakar/Saly: Half-Day Bandia Wildlife Reserve Tour: $247
Full Day Goree Island And Dakar City Tour(Minimum 2 Participants): $142
Full Day Private Tour in move, eat, act like a local: $109

Alcohol

Alcohol Drinks for one day

Tbilisi $18

Dakar $9.00

Sample the Local Flavors in Tbilisi

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

3 Hours Walk Around Wine Tasting of 12 Different Wines in Tbilisi: $10
Tbilisi.First impression of Tbilisi-evening walking,wine tasting: $11
One-day tour of Kakheti from Tbilisi, free wine tasting: $14
Tbilisi Walking Tour Including Wine Tasting Cable Car and Bakery: $14
Tbilisi Walking Tour with Cable Cars, Wine Tasting and Traditional Bakery: $15
Kakheti Day Group Tour: Free Wine Tasting: $15
Full Day Wine Tour Bodbe , Sighnaghi , Telavi: $16
Wine Tasting Feel the Difference of Qvevri or Classical Wine: $16
Kakheti Wine Tour, Кахетия -Винный Тур: $19
Kakheti: Sighnaghi city of love, Bodbe, Telavi, Free wine tasting: $19
Full Day Bodbe Sighnaghi and Telavi Wine Tasting Tour: $20
Whole day Wine Tour to Kakheti from Tbilisi: $20

How are these travel costs calculated?

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

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

Which is Bigger, Tbilisi or Dakar?

Dakar has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Tbilisi. When comparing the sizes of Tbilisi and Dakar, 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.

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