Which place is cheaper, Marrakech or Zagora?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Zagora or Marrakech?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Zagora or Marrakech? 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: Zagora or Marrakech?
Zagora
A small town in southern Morocco, Zagora is a popular base camp for excursions on foot, by camel, or four wheel drive vehicles into the surrounding desert. One of the most famous and historic treks is the ancient caravan route to Timbuktu, marked by a famous sign at the end of town - indicating a journey of "52 days" by camel.
Marrakech
Marrakech is on of the most popular travel destinations in Morocco. It is the third largest city in Morocco after Casablanca and Rabat and is located near the foothills of the Atlas Mountains only a few hours from the Sahara Desert. It's a beautiful city that is often referred to as the "Pink City" because of the pale pink color of many of the city's buildings. These striking colors make the city particularly beautiful during the evening hours when the low sun creates a very dramatic lighting.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Morocco, The Best Cultural Tours in Morocco, The Best Budget Tours to Morocco, and The Best Luxury Tours to Morocco.
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Zagora Prices
Morocco PricesMarrakech Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayZagora $64Marrakech $89
The average daily cost (per person) in Zagora is $64, while the average daily cost in Marrakech is $89. 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 Zagora and Marrakech in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personZagora $39Marrakech $46
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomZagora $78Marrakech $92
Compare Hotels in Zagora and Marrakech
Looking for a hotel in Zagora or Marrakech? 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: Zagora Hotel Prices and Marrakech Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Zagora $1.54Marrakech $13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Marrakech
Also for Marrakech, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Agafay Desert ATV Quad Adventure with Transfer – Marrakech: $5.00
- Horseback Riding in the Palmeraie Grove with Transfer - Marrakech: $5.00
- Horse Riding in Palmeraie Grove for 1 Hour & Transfer - Marrakesh: $5.00
- Premium Moroccan Hammam & Massage with Transfer - Marrakech: $5.00
- ATV Quad Adventure in Agafay Desert with Transfer – Marrakech: $5.00
- 2 Hours Horseback Riding at Palmeraie with Transfers - Marrakech: $5.00
- VIP Moroccan Hammam & Relaxing Massage with Transfer - Marrakech: $5.00
- Agafay Desert Buggy Ride Adventure with Transfer – Marrakesh: $5.00
- Relaxing Pool Day in Agafay Desert, Lunch & Transfer - Marrakesh: $5.00
- Explore Palmeraie Grove 2 Hour Camel Ride & Transfer - Marrakesh: $5.00
- Learn to Cook Moroccan Food & Enjoy Lunch with Transfer-Marrakesh: $5.00
- Luxury Moroccan Hammam & Massage Package with Transfer -Marrakesh: $5.00
Is it cheaper to fly into Zagora or Marrakech?
Prices for flights to both Marrakech and Zagora 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 dayZagora $24Marrakech $29
Typical Food Prices in Marrakech
For Marrakech, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Orange Juice on the Square$0.32
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Breakfast$1.30
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Dates$0.65
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Olives$0.97
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Sandwich$1.40
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Souvenir Spices$6.70
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Marrakech
For Marrakech, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- ATV Quad in Agafay desert, Dinner, Show & Camel Ride - Marrakesh: $5.00
- Moroccan Journey, Cooking Class learn & lunch - Marrakesh: $5.00
- Essaouira City Tour with Cooking Class and Lunch - Marrakesh: $5.00
- Agafay Camel Ride & Romantic Dinner with Transfer - Marrakesh: $5.00
- Chez Ali Fantasia folklore Show & Oriental Dinner - Marrakesh: $5.00
- Romantic Dinner in Agafay & Camel Ride with transfer - Marrakesh: $5.00
- Day Trip to Essaouira City with Cooking Class & Lunch - Marrakesh: $5.00
- Cooking Class learn Full Day Adventure with Lunch - Marrakesh: $5.00
- Agafay Desert Sunset & Romantic Dinner with Transfer – Marrakesh: $5.00
- Delight Moroccan Cooking Class in Essaouira with Lunch- Marrakesh: $5.00
- Enjoy ATV Quad in Agafay Desert, Sunset Camel & Dinner-Marrakesh: $5.00
- Chez Ali Fantasia Folklore Show With Oriental Dinner – Marrakesh: $5.00
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Zagora $3.09Marrakech $11
Tours and Activities in Zagora
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Zagora are as follows:
- 2 days tour from Zagora to Erg Chegaga: $143
- 2-Day Zagora Desert Tour with Sunset from Marrakech: $90
- From Agadir 4 Days 3 nights Sahara Tour to Marrakeche: $1,299
- From Agadir or Taghazout: 2-Day Sahara Desert Tour to Zagora: $373
- From 2-Day Desert Tour to Erg Chegaga: $315
- Private Day Camel Trekking Tour in Draa Valley from Zagora: $225
- Zagora to Erg chigaga desert tour & 4x4 (All-inclusive) 2-Days: $172
- Zagora to Erg chigaga desert tour & 4x4 and camel ride : $218
Typical Entertainment Prices in Marrakech
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Marrakech's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Palace Tickets$2.16
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Golf at Atlas Golf$61
Tours and Activities in Marrakech
For Marrakech, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- ATV Quad Adventure and Camel Ride at Palmeraie Desert - Marrakesh: $5.00
- Hot Air Balloon Adventure With Berber Breakfast - Marrakesh: $5.00
- Agafay Desert ATV Adventure, Show & Sunset Camel Ride – Marrakesh: $5.00
- Majorelle Garden & Koutoubia Tour by Horse Carriage - Marrakech: $5.00
- Atlas Mountains Adventure Visit Local Berber Villages - Marrakesh: $5.00
- Explore Atlas Mountains River Trip & Hiking Adventure - Marrakesh: $5.00
- Bahia Palace Ben Youssef & Medina Private Guided Tour - Marrakesh: $5.00
- City Tour Marguel Garden& Koutoubia by Horse Carriage- Marrakesh : $5.00
- Paragliding Fly Experience in Atlas Mountains & Lake - Marrakech: $5.00
- Private Tour to Bahia Palace, Ben Youssef & Medina - Marrakech: $5.00
- 3 Days Merzouga Sahara Desert Tour from Marrakech to Fes: $5.00
- Explore Atlas Mountain River With Hiking Adventure - Marrakesh: $5.00
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayZagora -Marrakech $10
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Zagora and Marrakech, we can see that Marrakech is more expensive. And not only is Zagora much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Zagora would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Zagora 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 Marrakech would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Marrakech than you might in Zagora.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Zagora Expensive? and Is Marrakech Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Zagora or Marrakech?
Marrakech has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Zagora. When comparing the sizes of Zagora and Marrakech, 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.
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.