Which place is cheaper, Alexandria or Tsavo National Park?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Tsavo National Park or Alexandria?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Tsavo National Park and Alexandria 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: Tsavo National Park or Alexandria?
Tsavo National Park
Tsavo National Park is one of the largest and oldest parks in Kenya, located in the central part of the country in what was once known as the Taru Desert. Human activity in the park dates back to the Late Stone Age making the park a major archaeological and historical site. Tsavo is known for having beautiful natural landscapes and excellent game viewing.
Alexandria
There are few cities in the world with a history as rich, deep, tragic and fascinating than Alexandria, Egypt. Founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BC, Egypt's second largest city has seen the most extreme ups and extreme downs. The city watched the beautiful and iconic Alexandria Lighthouse crumble to the ground after several natural disasters. The Alexandria Library housed their most sacred and historical documents only to be burned to the ground. These structures may be physically gone, but the history remains. Alexandria is a city with an ancient allure that draws in visitors from all over the world. Alexandria is a survivor city ready for a comeback.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to Kenya, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Kenya, The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt, and The Best Budget Tours to Egypt.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTsavo National Park $112Alexandria $16
The average daily cost (per person) in Tsavo National Park is $112, while the average daily cost in Alexandria is $16. 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 Tsavo National Park and Alexandria in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTsavo National Park $33Alexandria $7.85
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTsavo National Park $66Alexandria $16
Compare Hotels in Tsavo National Park and Alexandria
Looking for a hotel in Tsavo National Park or Alexandria? 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: Alexandria Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tsavo National Park $60Alexandria $2.44
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Alexandria
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Alexandria:
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Taxi to Train Station$0.08
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Alexandria
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Alexandria:
- Alexandria Airport Arrival Transfer: $24
- Alexandria Airport Transfer (HBE) Borg El Arab: $14
- Alexandria Airport to Alexandria - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $54
- Borg El Arab Arrival & Departure Transfers: $40
- From Private One-Way Transfer to Cairo: $88
- From Private Transfer to Luxor: $258
- Pick Up Transfers From Alexandria Borg Al Arab Airport To Cairo: $130
- Private Airport Transfer in Alexandria: $22
- Private One Way Transfer from Alexandria Hotels to Cairo and Giza Hotels: $68
- Private Pick Up Transfers From Alexandria To Cairo: $130
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Airport (HBE) to Alexandria: $27
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Port to Alexandria City Hotels: $17
Is it cheaper to fly into Tsavo National Park or Alexandria?
Prices for flights to both Alexandria and Tsavo 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
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Food Meals for one dayTsavo National Park $38Alexandria $6.34
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Alexandria
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Alexandria.
- Half-Day Food Tour in Alexandria, Egypt: $35
- Food Tour in Alexandria for Lunch or Dinner in The Best Restaurants: $45
- Private Food Tour To The Famous Restaurant In Alexandria : $45
- Alexandria Food Tour: $50
- Alexandria food Tour taste the Egyptian traditional food: $60
- From Giza: Sound&light show, Giza pyramids and Dinner on the Nile: $94
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tsavo National Park $47Alexandria $3.43
Tours and Activities in Alexandria
Here are a few actual costs in Alexandria for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Pompey's Pillar Entry Ticket: $3.80
- Skip The Line Entry Ticket to the Roman Theater in Alexandria: $4.56
- Entry Ticket To The Citadel of Qaitbay: $4.56
- Alexandria Library Entry Ticket: $5.70
- Catacomb Of Kom El-Shoqafa Entry Ticket: $5.70
- Qaitbay Citadel Entry Ticket: $5.70
- Skip the Line Tickets for The Catacomb of Kom eL Shoqafa: $6.47
- Citadel of Qaitbay Entry Ticket with Pick up and Drop Off : $14
- Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa Entry Ticket with Pick and Drop Off: $14
- Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa Entry Ticket with Pickup and Drop Off: $17
- Ancient Roman Theater Entry Ticket with Pick up and Drop Off: $17
- Alexandria Walking Tour-Walk Like Egyptian: $23
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTsavo National Park $23Alexandria $1.32
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tsavo National Park and Alexandria, we can see that Tsavo National Park is more expensive. And not only is Alexandria much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Alexandria would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Alexandria 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 Tsavo National Park would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tsavo National Park than you might in Alexandria.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tsavo National Park Expensive? and Is Alexandria 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.