Which place is cheaper, Ouarzazate 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 Ouarzazate?
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 Ouarzazate 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 Ouarzazate?
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.
Ouarzazate
Morocco can be quite an energetic country, but if you're looking for more of a quiet getaway, consider Ouarzazate. Small by Moroccan standards, this town is built up mostly around a main street – the Avenue Mohammad V. Ouarzazate. The name "Ouarzazate" comes from the Berber language meaning "without noise" or "without confusion." It was once a crossroad for a African traders traveling to northern cities in Morocco and Europe. Today, Ouarzazate is the largest town in the Moroccan Sahara, and its central location serves as a good home base touring the rest of Morocco.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to Kenya, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Kenya, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Morocco, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTsavo National Park $112Ouarzazate $44
The average daily cost (per person) in Tsavo National Park is $112, while the average daily cost in Ouarzazate is $44. 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 Ouarzazate in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTsavo National Park $33Ouarzazate $22
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTsavo National Park $66Ouarzazate $44
Compare Hotels in Tsavo National Park and Ouarzazate
Looking for a hotel in Tsavo National Park or Ouarzazate? 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: Ouarzazate Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tsavo National Park $60Ouarzazate $3.51
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ouarzazate
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Ouarzazate are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$2.06
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ouarzazate
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ouarzazate:
- "Ouarzazate to Marrakech: Your Comfortable Private Transfer": $115
- Ouarzazate Airport: Private Transfer: $43
- Private Ouarzazate Airport Transfer: $20
- Private Transfer between Ouarzazate & Marrakech: $319
- Private Transfert Between Marrakech & Ouarzazate: $166
Is it cheaper to fly into Tsavo National Park or Ouarzazate?
Prices for flights to both Ouarzazate 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 $38Ouarzazate $17
Typical Food Prices in Ouarzazate
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Ouarzazate:
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Dinner for Two$11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ouarzazate
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ouarzazate.
- Private Berber Cooking Class at Fint Oasis with Lunch: $45
- Oases Fint Tour With Dinner: $67
- Zagora 2 Days Sahara Desert Tour with Dinner and Desert Camp: $80
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tsavo National Park $47Ouarzazate $11
Tours and Activities in Ouarzazate
Here are a few actual costs in Ouarzazate for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Royal Private Tour of Ksar Ait Ben Haddou: $22
- Ait-Ben-Haddou - City Tour: $22
- 1 Hour Horse Riding Adventure in Ait Ben Haddou: $26
- Private Quad Experience in the Ouarzazate Desert: $56
- Marrakech: 2-Day Zagora Desert and Atlas Mountains Tour: $66
- Marrakech:2-Day group tour to Zagora Desert&Atlas Mountains: $69
- Marrakech to Merzouga: 3-Day Desert Camp Adventure: $91
- 3-Day Desert Adventure: Ouarzazate to Merzouga: $100
- from Marrakech: 3-day tour to Merzouga and the Sahara Desert: $104
- From Marrakech : Merzouga 3 day desert tour with camel ride: $106
- Private One Day Tour AIT BENHADDOU and TELOUET via Ouarzazate: $112
- Private tour Ait Ben Haddou - Ouarzazate. Lunch included.: $122
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTsavo National Park $23Ouarzazate -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tsavo National Park and Ouarzazate, we can see that Tsavo National Park is more expensive. And not only is Ouarzazate much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Ouarzazate would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ouarzazate 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 Ouarzazate.
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 Ouarzazate 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.