Which place is cheaper, Entebbe or Zanzibar?
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 Zanzibar or Entebbe?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Zanzibar and Entebbe 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: Zanzibar or Entebbe?
Zanzibar
Just off the coast of Tanzania lies an entrancing archipelago known as Zanzibar. This gorgeous string of islands is the land of sultans, palaces beaches and spice-filled markets. Once an important trading center, many restorations have been done in recent years to restore Zanzibar to its ancient grandeur - earning its capital city UNESCO World Heritage status in 2000.
Entebbe
Entebbe is a large city located in Central Uganda. It is about thirty kilometers from the capital city of Uganda, which is Kampala. Lake Victoria, a prominent body of water, is very close to Entebbe as well. Today, the population of Entebbe is over 69,000 people. In Europe, Entebbe is known for its airport, which was once the site of a major hostage situation led by the German and Palestinian militia, back in 1976. Soldiers from the Israeli army freed the hostages in a massive rescue mission. Alternatively, when Queen Elizabeth II heard of her father's death and that she had become the queen, she was at this airport and had to fly from there back to England at once.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Eco Tours in Tanzania, The Best Cultural Tours in Tanzania, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Uganda, and The Best 3-Day Tours in Uganda.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayZanzibar $62Entebbe $123
The average daily cost (per person) in Zanzibar is $62, while the average daily cost in Entebbe is $123. 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 Zanzibar and Entebbe in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personZanzibar $24Entebbe $44
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomZanzibar $48Entebbe $88
Compare Hotels in Zanzibar and Entebbe
Looking for a hotel in Zanzibar or Entebbe? 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: Zanzibar Hotel Prices and Entebbe Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Zanzibar $11Entebbe $19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zanzibar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zanzibar:
- Zanzibar Airport Transfer & Taxi service anywhere : $14
- Prison Island Half Day Sea Trip with Transfers - Zanzibar: $15
- Prison Island Half-Day Experience & Transfer Service - Zanzibar: $15
- Airport Transfer in Zanzibar for Arrivals: $20
- Zanzibar Private Departure Transfer from Stone Town Hotels to the Airport: $20
- Zanzibar Arrival Transfer: Zanzibar Airport to Hotel: $20
- Zanzibar Airport Transfers to Hotels : $20
- Zanzibar Airport Private Transfer to/from Hotel: $20
- Zanzibar Airport Transfers to Hotels: $20
- Stone Town Historical Walking Tour with Transfers – Zanzibar: $20
- Zanzibar Departure Transfer from Stone Town Hotels to the Airport: $20
- Private Airport Transfers to Stone Town and Beyond: $20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Entebbe
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Entebbe:
- Entebbe Airport Transfers: $80
Is it cheaper to fly into Zanzibar or Entebbe?
Prices for flights to both Entebbe and Zanzibar 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 dayZanzibar $28Entebbe $60
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Zanzibar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Zanzibar.
- Half-Day Kuza Cave Swimming Adventure and Cooking Class: $13
- Authentic Street Food Tours in Stone Town, Zanzibar: $40
- Zanzibar Spice Farm Tour and Cooking Class With Lunch: $49
- Zanzibar Walking Spice Farm with Local Cooking Class: $50
- Zanzibar Cooking Class & Spice Tour : $59
- Spice Tour & Cooking Class in Zanzibar: $60
- Local Cooking Class with Spice Tour in Zanzibar: $60
- Traditional Cooking Class in Zanzibar: $77
- Cooking Class Tour: $90
- A Half Day Private Cooking Class At the Spice Farm: $90
- 5 Hours Guided Spice Tour and Cooking Class in Zanzibar: $101
- Full-Day Private Tour in Zanzibar with Cooking Class: $110
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Zanzibar $13Entebbe $37
Tours and Activities in Zanzibar
Here are a few actual costs in Zanzibar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Zanzibar : Stone Town Tour,history without transport: $14
- Spice Tour Zanzibar : $15
- Zanzibar stonetown walking tour with local guide: $19
- Easy Stone Town Tour: $20
- Stone Town Historical & Cultural Walking Adventure – Zanzibar: $20
- Private Zanzibar Spice Farm Tour: $20
- Zanzibar Stone Town Historical City Tour: $20
- Best Stone Town Walking Tour in Zanzibar: $20
- Stone Town walking Tour: $20
- Stone Town tour: $20
- 3 Hour Community Walking Tour: $20
- Stone Town Tour, Historical & Cultural Landmarks - Zanzibar: $20
Tours and Activities in Entebbe
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Entebbe are as follows:
- Guided Walking Tour: $26
- BEST OF ENTEBBE BIKE CYCLING TOUR: $49
- ENTEBBE WALKING TOUR: $50
- 1-Day Best of Entebbe City Guided Walking Tour: $50
- ENTEBBE MOTOR BIKE TOUR: $100
- Equatar Line Tour & Victoria Lake Sunset Boat Ride: $130
- 1-Day Mabamba Shoebill Birding Tour in Lake Victoria Entebbe: $165
- Jinja day tour exploring the source of River Nile: $240
- Uganda : 1-Day Ngamba Sanctuary for Chimpanzee Tour: $619
- Uganda: 1 Day Kibaale National Park Chimpanzee trekking Tour: $620
- Uganda: 3-Day Lake Mburo National Park Adventure Tour: $1,090
- 3-Day Best of Uganda Big5 Safari Tour in Murchison Falls NP: $1,090
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayZanzibar $6.75Entebbe $14
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Zanzibar and Entebbe, we can see that Entebbe is more expensive. And not only is Zanzibar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Zanzibar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Zanzibar 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 Entebbe would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Entebbe than you might in Zanzibar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Zanzibar Expensive? and Is Entebbe Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Zanzibar or Entebbe?
Zanzibar has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Entebbe. When comparing the sizes of Zanzibar and Entebbe, 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.