Should I Visit Tsavo National Park or Nairobi for Vacation? Which is Better? Which is Cheaper? Which is More Expensive?

Should you visit Tsavo National Park or Nairobi?

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 Nairobi 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 Nairobi?

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.

Nairobi

Nairobi is Kenya's capital as well as the country's largest city. With a population of about 3 million, it is also one of the largest cities in Africa. It is a prominent city both politically and financially within the region. There are many international companies that are located in Nairobi and the Nairobi Securities and Exchange is one of the largest in Africa.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to Kenya, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Kenya, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Kenya, and The Best Adventure Tours to Kenya.

Which place is cheaper, Nairobi or Tsavo National Park?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

Tsavo National Park Prices
Kenya Prices

Nairobi Prices
Kenya Prices
Average Daily Cost Per person, per day

Tsavo National Park $139

Nairobi $68

The average daily cost (per person) in Tsavo National Park is $139, while the average daily cost in Nairobi is $68. 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 Nairobi in more detail.

Accommodation

Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person

Tsavo National Park $33

Nairobi $12
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room

Tsavo National Park $66

Nairobi $24

Compare Hotels in Tsavo National Park and Nairobi

Looking for a hotel in Tsavo National Park or Nairobi? 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: Nairobi Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation

Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.

Tsavo National Park $60

Nairobi $11

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nairobi

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Nairobi:

Taxi from Airport

$9.28

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nairobi

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

AIRPORTS AND HOTELS TRANSFERS- IN NAIROBI: $40
Airport Transfers In Nairobi: $20
Airport Transfers in Nairobi: $47
Airport Transfers within Nairobi: $30
Airport VIP Transfers - Nairobi Hotels : $55
Airport transfers: $180
JKIA Airport and Hotel Private Vehicle Transfer: $35
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Private Transfer: $27
Masai Mara from Nairobi Transfer: $70
Mwashi Airport Transfer & Taxi: $27
Nairobi : Private Airport & Hotel Transfer: $30
Nairobi Airport Arrival Pickup or Drop off Transfer One Way.: $20

Is it cheaper to fly into Tsavo National Park or Nairobi?

Prices for flights to both Nairobi 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

Food Meals for one day

Tsavo National Park $65

Nairobi $13

Typical Food Prices in Nairobi

For Nairobi, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:

Dinner for Two

$5.02

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nairobi

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

Nairobi, Kenya : Universal Cooking Classes: $31
Traditional Kenyan Cooking Class & Local Market Tour : $35
Carnivore Restaurant Lunch or Dinner Experience: $35
1 Hour Gastronomic and Street Food tour of Nairobi: $36
Carnivore Restaurant: Lunch or Dinner Experience in Nairobi.: $43
Traditional Cuisines Cooking Experience And Class.: $46
Market Tour and Traditional Kenyan Cooking Class in Nairobi: $50
Cooking Class with Local Organic Market Visit: $50
Local Market Tour and Traditional Meal Cooking Class: $51
Kibera Slum Bomas of Kenya and Dinner at Carnivore Nairobi: $55
Experience the Taste of Nairobi:A Hands-On Cooking Adventure: $56
Nairobi Private Traditional Kenyan Cooking Class with Lunch: $65

Entertainment

Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.

Tsavo National Park $47

Nairobi $46

Typical Entertainment Prices in Nairobi

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Nairobi's activities, tours, and tickets:

Village Visit

$15

Tours and Activities in Nairobi

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

Nairobi guided city walking tour: $12
Private Tour in Kibera the Largest Slum: $15
Ebike adventure Hire Nairobi (Electric mountain bike hire): $15
Nairobi historical guided city walk tour.: $15
Kibera Slum storytelling tour with a Local: $19
Nairobi City Walk Tour : $20
Nairobi Historical City Tour.: $20
Nairobi Walking City Tour: $23
Elephant orphanage, Giraffe center, kobe beads tour: $23
Nairobi City;Culture and Historical guided tour: $23
Vibrant Kibera Slum Guided Tour With Local Guide.: $24
Nairobi :Kibera Slum Daycare & Preschool Guided Charity Tour: $25

Alcohol

Alcohol Drinks for one day

Tsavo National Park $23

Nairobi $16

Sample the Local Flavors in Nairobi

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

Nairobi bar crawl:Drink and Mingle: $15
Nairobi Ultimate Bar Crawl: $60

How are these travel costs calculated?

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tsavo National Park and Nairobi, we can see that Tsavo National Park is more expensive. And not only is Nairobi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Nairobi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nairobi 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 Nairobi.

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 Nairobi Expensive?.

A Travel Price Comparison for Kenya Tsavo National Park vs. Nairobi for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Tsavo National Park or Nairobi?

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

Where Should I go: Tsavo National Park or Nairobi?

Tsavo National Park

Nairobi

Which place is cheaper, Nairobi or Tsavo National Park?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Tsavo National Park and Nairobi

Local Transportation

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nairobi

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nairobi

Is it cheaper to fly into Tsavo National Park or Nairobi?

Food

Typical Food Prices in Nairobi

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nairobi

Entertainment

Typical Entertainment Prices in Nairobi

Tours and Activities in Nairobi

Alcohol

Sample the Local Flavors in Nairobi

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Tsavo National Park

Nairobi

Which place is cheaper, Nairobi or Tsavo National Park?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Tsavo National Park and Nairobi

Local Transportation

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nairobi

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nairobi

Is it cheaper to fly into Tsavo National Park or Nairobi?

Food

Typical Food Prices in Nairobi

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Entertainment

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Alcohol

Sample the Local Flavors in Nairobi

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