Which place is cheaper, Nha Trang 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 Nha Trang?
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 Nha Trang 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 Nha Trang?
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.
Nha Trang
For the relaxation of a small beach town, plus the energy of a young city, consider Nha Trang, Vietnam. As the most famous seaside town in Vietnam, Nha Trang is certainly livelier than many other beach resort towns. Visiting this part of Vietnam is not for the faint of heart. These people know the meaning of nightlife - and make the night last as long as they can.
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 from Ho Chi Minh City, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Hanoi.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayZanzibar $62Nha Trang $48
The average daily cost (per person) in Zanzibar is $62, while the average daily cost in Nha Trang is $48. 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 Nha Trang in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personZanzibar $24Nha Trang $13
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomZanzibar $48Nha Trang $26
Compare Hotels in Zanzibar and Nha Trang
Looking for a hotel in Zanzibar or Nha Trang? 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 Nha Trang Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Zanzibar $11Nha Trang $13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zanzibar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zanzibar:
- Zanzibar Must-see Sights with Lunch and Transfers: $249
- Arrival Transfer Zanzibar Airport ZNZ to Zanzibar by Luxury Car: $211
- The Top Best Tour in Stone Town and Prison Island with Transfer: $130
- Private Transfer from Kizimkazi to Zanzibar (ZNZ) Airport: $96
- Private Transfer from Zanzibar (ZNZ) Airport to Makunduchi: $96
- Zanzibar Ferry Terminal Departure Transfers.: $90
- Jet Ski to Zanzibar with photos and video and transfer included: $90
- Zanzibar Private Round Trip Airport Transfer: $88
- Private Transfer from Zanzibar (ZNZ) Airport to Kendwa: $87
- Private Transfer from Kendwa to Zanzibar (ZNZ) Airport: $87
- Private Transfer from Kiwengwa to Zanzibar (ZNZ) Airport: $87
- Zanzibar Dolphin Tour, Jozani Forest & Salaam Cave with Transfer: $80
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nha Trang
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Nha Trang:
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Local Bus Ticket$0.11
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Taxi From Airport$14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nha Trang
Also for Nha Trang, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Cam Ranh Airport - Airport Transportation - Private Transfer: $20
- Mia Resort to Nha Trang - Private Transfer: $20
- Nha Trang - Mui Ne Private car transfer: $115
- Nha Trang 2 way Airport Transfer plus 1 day City Tour with Mud Bath: $128
- Nha Trang City to Resort/Cam Ranh Airport - Transportation - Private Transfer: $20
- Nha Trang To Mui Ne Private Car Transfer: $75
- Nha Trang to Buon Me Thuot - Private Transfer: $99
- Nha Trang to Cam Ranh Riviera Beach Resort - Private Transfer: $20
- Nha Trang to Da Nang - Private Transfer: $299
- Nha Trang to Duyen Ha Resort - Private Transfer: $20
- Nha Trang to Golden Peak Resort - Private Transfer: $20
- Nha Trang to Hoi An - Private Transfer: $300
Is it cheaper to fly into Zanzibar or Nha Trang?
Prices for flights to both Nha Trang 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 $28Nha Trang $25
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Zanzibar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Zanzibar.
- Zanzibar Traditional Cooking Class: $49
- Local Cooking Class with Spice Tour in Zanzibar: $60
- Zanzibar Cultural Cuisines Cooking Class & Spice Farm Tour: $75
- Traditional Cooking Class in Zanzibar: $75
- 5 Hours Guided Spice Tour and Cooking Class in Zanzibar: $99
- Zanzibar Private Tour & Cooking Class: $110
- Fully Day Private Tour Spice Tour Cooking Class and Stone town: $130
- Spice Farm with Cooking Class + Lunch and Stone town (City tour): $130
- Exclusive Private Sunset Dinner Sail along North Coast Zanzibar: $140
- Spice Tour; Secret Garden Restaurant; Stone Town; Dinner at The Rock Restaurant: $140
- Private Dinner on Sandbank in Zanzibar: $150
- Mnemba Snorkeling Tour, Secret Garden, Stone Town Tour, Emerson Spice Dinner: $150
Typical Food Prices in Nha Trang
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Nha Trang:
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$5.33
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nha Trang
For Nha Trang, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Nha Trang Cooking Class, Market Tour, and Craft Village: $45
- Nha Trang Cooking Class (visiting local market & countryside): $67
- Street Food Tour With Chef Dat: $67
- Crossing: Sunset Cruise Live Music, Buffet Dinner & DJ Party: $79
- Nha Trang Sunset Cocktails and Dinner Cruise: $90
- Experience Countryside Private Cooking Class in Nha Trang City: $95
- Nha Trang Sunset Cocktails and Dinner Cruise: $96
- Private Half-Day Cooking Class in Nha Trang with Pick Up: $97
- Nha Trang Bay Sunset Luxury Cruise – Dinner, Cocktails & Transfer: $119
- Nha Trang Bay Luxury Sunset Cruise with Cocktails and Dinner: $125
- Romantic and Luxury Sunset Dinner Cruise on Nha Trang: $135
- Nha Trang Nightfall Dinner and Cocktail Cruise Experience: $135
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Zanzibar $13Nha Trang $9.07
Tours and Activities in Zanzibar
Here are a few actual costs in Zanzibar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2 Days Tour In Zanzibar: $180
- 3 Hours Private Stone Town Walking Tour: $19
- 3 hours Spice Tour in Tanzania: $80
- 3inONE, Private Spice, Stone Town & Prison Island Tours: $120
- 4h Quad Adventures in Nungwi / Kendwa: $68
- 5 HOURS Stone Town Tour Including Pick-up and Drop off: $70
- A Full Day Private Tour To Prison Island + Nakupenda + Stone Town: $150
- A Half Day Private Dolphins And Snorkeling Tour To Mnemba Island: $95
- A Half Day Private Stone Town Tour: $85
- A Half Day Private Tour To Spice Farm: $80
- A Half Day Private Tour to Spice Farm: $80
- A Half Day Quad Bike Village Tour: $130
Typical Entertainment Prices in Nha Trang
For Nha Trang, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Po Ngar Cham Entrance (for Two)$1.22
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Two Rental Lounge Chairs on Beach$2.66
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Vinpearl Land Amusement Park$17
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Fairy Spring Waterfall Entrance$0.38
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Thap Ba Mud Bath$3.81
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Cyclo Tour of City (One Day)$9.52
Tours and Activities in Nha Trang
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Nha Trang.
- Nha Trang Mini Open-Top Bus Sightseeing Tour: $4.67
- Thap Ba Mud Bath Experience in Nha Trang, Vietnam: $5.00
- I Resort Nha Trang Mud Bath Experience: $8.48
- Vietnam: Life Puppets Show for Đó Theatre Ticket: $9.46
- Vietnam I-Resort Nha Trang Experience: $9.53
- Experience Nha Trang Cai River Basket Boat Eco Tour: $10
- Vietnamese Folk Craft Experience & Ao Dai Photoshoot: $18
- Life Puppets show - Đó Theatre Ticket: $19
- Private Car 4s / 7s in Nha Trang Airport or City tour: $25
- Nha Trang Snorkeling Tour-Vuongland Travel: $27
- Vietnam: Nha Trang Half-day City Tour: $28
- Experience Nha Trang Stand-up Paddleboard Sunset Tour: $29
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayZanzibar $6.75Nha Trang $18
Sample the Local Flavors in Zanzibar
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Zanzibar:
- Thrilling Pub Crawl In Zanzibar. Visit 3 Unique Bars: $26
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Zanzibar and Nha Trang, we can see that Zanzibar is more expensive. And not only is Nha Trang much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Zanzibar is in Africa and Nha Trang is in Asia, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Nha Trang would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nha Trang 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 Zanzibar would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Zanzibar than you might in Nha Trang.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Zanzibar Expensive? and Is Nha Trang Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Zanzibar or Nha Trang?
Zanzibar has a larger population, and is about 42% larger than the population of Nha Trang. When comparing the sizes of Zanzibar and Nha Trang, 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.
When is the best time to visit Zanzibar or Nha Trang?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Zanzibar or Nha Trang in the Summer?
Both Nha Trang and Zanzibar during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Zanzibar because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Nha Trang year-round.
January to August is the dry season in Nha Trang. September to December is the rainy season in Nha Trang. Zanzibar usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Nha Trang. Zanzibar gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Nha Trang receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
In July, Zanzibar is generally cooler than Nha Trang. Daily temperatures in Zanzibar average around 25°C (77°F), and Nha Trang fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyZanzibar 25°C (77°F)Nha Trang 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Zanzibar or Nha Trang in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Zanzibar and Nha Trang. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Zanzibar year-round. Nha Trang attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Also, September to December is the rainy season in Nha Trang. Nha Trang receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Zanzibar usually receives less rain than Nha Trang. Zanzibar gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Nha Trang receives 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Zanzibar is around the same temperature as Nha Trang in the autumn. The daily temperature in Zanzibar averages around 25°C (78°F) in October, and Nha Trang fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberZanzibar 25°C (78°F)Nha Trang 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Zanzibar or Nha Trang in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Zanzibar as well as Nha Trang. Zanzibar attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Nha Trang throughout the year.
Also, January to August in Nha Trang is the dry season. Zanzibar usually gets more rain in January than Nha Trang. Zanzibar gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Nha Trang receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the winter, Zanzibar is a little warmer than Nha Trang. Typically, the winter temperatures in Zanzibar in January average around 28°C (82°F), and Nha Trang averages at about 24°C (75°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryZanzibar 28°C (82°F)Nha Trang 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Zanzibar or Nha Trang in the Spring?
Both Nha Trang and Zanzibar are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Zanzibar throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Nha Trang because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Zanzibar. In April, Zanzibar usually receives more rain than Nha Trang. Zanzibar gets 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain, while Nha Trang receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
In April, Zanzibar is generally around the same temperature as Nha Trang. Daily temperatures in Zanzibar average around 27°C (81°F), and Nha Trang fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilZanzibar 27°C (81°F)Nha Trang 26°C (79°F)
Typical Weather for Nha Trang and Zanzibar
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 28°C (82°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (83°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 269 mm (10.6 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 26°C (78°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (76°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (76°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (78°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (80°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
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