Which place is cheaper, Essaouira 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 Essaouira?
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 Essaouira 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 Essaouira?
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.
Essaouira
Essaouira is a beautiful beach town on the Atlantic coast of Morocco. The city has a pleasant medina that has been named a UNESCO World Heritage site and is interesting to explore. It's an 18th century fortified town with a lot of character and charm. The city is rich and culture and you'll find a handful of art galleries throughout the town. The city is also a gathering place for artists and musicians, particularly during the Gnaoua Festival of World Music, which takes place the last week of June. This event attracts about 450,000 visitors yearly.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to Kenya, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Kenya, The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTsavo National Park $112Essaouira $47
The average daily cost (per person) in Tsavo National Park is $112, while the average daily cost in Essaouira is $47. 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 Essaouira in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTsavo National Park $33Essaouira $27
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTsavo National Park $66Essaouira $54
Compare Hotels in Tsavo National Park and Essaouira
Looking for a hotel in Tsavo National Park or Essaouira? 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: Essaouira Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tsavo National Park $60Essaouira $2.06
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Essaouira
Also for Essaouira, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Excursion: 1H/Quad+1H/Camels (free transfer): $67
- Essaouira Airport To city Transfer: $39
- Essaouira private transfer from Essaouira city to Agadir airport (AGA): $142
- 1-Hour Quad Bike Tour with Transfer: $37
- 2-Hour Quad Ride (free transfer): $65
- 3 Hours Quad Ride with Transfer: $83
- 3-Hour Quad Ride (Free Transfer): $72
- Guided Quad Biking Adventure with Transfer: $62
- Private Transfer from or to Agafay Desert: $164
- Private Transfer from or to Essaouira Airport: $27
- Private Transfer to Marrakech Comfort Convenience: $159
- From Beachside Quad Bike Tour with Transfer: $71
Is it cheaper to fly into Tsavo National Park or Essaouira?
Prices for flights to both Essaouira 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 $38Essaouira $14
Typical Food Prices in Essaouira
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Essaouira:
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Baklava$1.44
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Breakfast Crepes$0.52
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Fish for Lunch$15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Essaouira
For Essaouira, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Traditional Moroccan Cooking Class: $39
- Traditional Moroccan and Berber Cooking Classes : $45
- l'Atelier - Moroccan Cooking Workshop in Essaouira: $67
- Essaouira Walking Food Tour: $70
- Essaouirra cooking class: $71
- Traditional Family Style Moroccan Cooking Class: $72
- Essaouira Food Tour: $92
- Essaouira Food Tour: $97
- Berber Cooking Class at a Farm in the Countryside & shopping at a rural Souk.: $99
- 3 hours Camel Ride in Essaouira with Dinner and Overnight in Berber Camp: $174
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tsavo National Park $47Essaouira $12
Tours and Activities in Essaouira
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Essaouira.
- Private Tour of Souk Had Dra and Traditional Moroccan Breakfast: $22
- Private City Tour: $27
- Friend-Guide Essaouira city tour: $27
- Full-Day Essaouira Tour from Marrakech: $28
- Explore Essaouira's Secrets: A Guided Tour with a Local!: $30
- Historical & Cultural Sightseeing Tour - half day: $34
- 3-Hour Camel Tour: $49
- Half-Day Old Town Guided Tour: $49
- Guided Dromedary Riding Tour: $49
- Big dunes and atlantic coast tour 2 HOURS: $58
- 2 Hour Quad & ATV Experience: $59
- Essaouria: Beach & Big Dunes 2-Hour Quad Biking Tour: $60
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTsavo National Park $23Essaouira $9.48
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tsavo National Park and Essaouira, we can see that Tsavo National Park is more expensive. And not only is Essaouira much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Essaouira would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Essaouira 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 Essaouira.
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 Essaouira 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.