Which place is cheaper, Sarajevo or Zanzibar?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Zanzibar or Sarajevo?
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 Sarajevo 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 Sarajevo?
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.
Sarajevo
Sarajevo is the capital city of Bosnia and is one of the most culturally and historically interesting cities to visit in Europe. The city was at the crossroads where the Eastern and Western Roman Empires divided, and the Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox Churches divided. Today it is most associated with the Civil War that occurred here between 1992 and 1995. There are still many remnants of the war left, from the cemeteries that dot the countryside to the leftover damage done by bombs. Despite its brutal history, Sarajevo has begun to thrive again, both economically and as a tourist destination.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Eco Tours in Tanzania, The Best Cultural Tours in Tanzania, The Best Cultural Tours in Bosnia and Herzegowina, and The Best Budget Tours to Bosnia and Herzegowina.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayZanzibar $51Sarajevo $71
The average daily cost (per person) in Zanzibar is $51, while the average daily cost in Sarajevo is $71. 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 Sarajevo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personZanzibar $24Sarajevo $27
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomZanzibar $48Sarajevo $54
Compare Hotels in Zanzibar and Sarajevo
Looking for a hotel in Zanzibar or Sarajevo? 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 Sarajevo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Zanzibar $11Sarajevo $7.09
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zanzibar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zanzibar:
- transfer from airport to Makunduchi Zanzibar: $44
- Zanzibar:Prison Island,Nakupenda Sandbank Tour with transfer: $141
- Zanzibar:Hotels & Airport Transfer Services: $50
- Stone Town to Airport Private Transfer: $23
- Safari blue tour with Lunch and Transfers: $180
- Private Airport Transfers to Stone Town: $23
- Private Airport Transfer: $50
- One-Way Airport Transfer to Your Hotel: $50
- Jozani Forest and Spice Farm Tour With Transfer: $110
- Island Transfers: $50
- Fishing Boat Tour with Transfer: $109
- Baraka Turtle Aquarium Tour with Hotel Transfers: $80
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Sarajevo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Sarajevo:
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Tram Tickets (for 2)$1.65
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sarajevo
Also for Sarajevo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer in Sarajevo: $27
- Airport Transfers & Private Tours with Luxury minibus Bosnia: $27
- Airport Transfers Sarajevo Chauffeur for Individual Clients: $27
- Airport Transfers Sarajevo for Individual Clients: $27
- Airport transfer Sarajevo - Bosnia: $16
- One-way Private Airport Transfer to Sarajevo: $15
- Private Transfer From Sarajevo To Beograd : $143
- Private Transfer from Hrasnica to Sarajevo Airport (SJJ): $68
- Private Transfer from Konjic to Mostar Airport (OMO): $176
- Private Transfer from Sarajevo Airport (SJJ) to Bjelašnica: $98
- Private Transfer from Sarajevo Airport (SJJ) to Bojnik : $68
- Private Transfer from Sarajevo Airport (SJJ) to Doboj: $273
Is it cheaper to fly into Zanzibar or Sarajevo?
Prices for flights to both Sarajevo 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 $17Sarajevo $31
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 Traditional Cooking Class: $49
- An romantic cooking Lesson + Spice Farm Tour: $55
- Zanzibar Cooking Class [Swahili food test ] and Spice farm Private tour: $59
- Zanzibar Cooking Class & Spice Tour : $59
- Zanzibar Spice farm and Cooking Class: $60
- Local Cooking Class with Spice Tour in Zanzibar: $60
- Walking Spice Farm with Local Cooking Class: $60
- Spice Farm tour & Local cooking lesson with Lunch: $64
- Spice Farm Tour with Traditional Cooking Lesson: $65
- Stone Town Private Food Tour with a Guide: $65
Typical Food Prices in Sarajevo
For Sarajevo, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Restaurant Dinner (for 2)$12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sarajevo
For Sarajevo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Walking Food Tour with Local Craft Experience: $43
- Traditional Bosnian Dinner with your Host Family: $44
- Traditional Bosnian Dinner with Host Family: $54
- Bosnian Cooking Lessons: $80
- The 10 Tastings of Sarajevo Private Food Tour : $144
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Zanzibar $13Sarajevo $12
Tours and Activities in Zanzibar
Here are a few actual costs in Zanzibar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 4 hours Spice Tour in Tanzania: $80
- Fair Tourism In Paje: $27
- Spice Tour & Mangapwani Cave Tour: $80
- Stone City, Spice Farm and Prison Island Full Day Tour: $130
- Stonetown Private Half-day Walking Tour: $35
- Zanzibar Spice Tour : $47
- 10 DAYS MOSHI TO ZANZIBAR BIKE TOUR: $4,286
- 2day Zanzibar adventure: Prison Island & Sandbank (all-incl): $538
- 3 HOURS PRISON ISLAND TOUR IN ZANZIBAR: $60
- 3 Hours Private Stone Town Walking Tour : $30
- 3-Day Selous Game Reserve Safari & Cultural tour with Flight: $1,345
- 3-Hour Private City Tour in Zanzibar Island : $26
Typical Entertainment Prices in Sarajevo
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Sarajevo's activities, tours, and tickets:
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National Museum (for 2)$7.71
Tours and Activities in Sarajevo
For Sarajevo, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Svrzo House Entrance Ticket: $3.29
- Sarajevo Walking Tour In Small Group: $11
- SARAJEVO CITY TOUR: $12
- Konjic City Tour: $12
- 2 hours Small Group Old Town of Sarajevo Walking Tour with Local Tour Guide: $13
- Sarajevo Talkie-Walkie Tour: $14
- Majestic and Relaxed tour of Sarajevo, Baščaršija: $16
- Grand Walking Tour: $16
- Sarajevo Grand Walking Tour: $16
- HISTORY OF ISLAM IN SARAJEVO TOUR: $17
- Discover Sarajevo Walking Tour with Local Guide: $17
- Discover Sarajevo Walking Tour with Local Guide: $17
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayZanzibar $6.86Sarajevo $7.41
Sample the Local Flavors in Zanzibar
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Zanzibar:
- Pub Crawl & Club Experience: $30
Sample the Local Flavors in Sarajevo
Also in Sarajevo, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Small-group Wine Tasting Expiriance, with lunch in vineyard: $71
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Zanzibar and Sarajevo, we can see that Sarajevo is more expensive. And not only is Zanzibar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Zanzibar is in Africa and Sarajevo is in Europe, 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 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 Sarajevo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sarajevo 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 Sarajevo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Zanzibar or Sarajevo?
Sarajevo has a larger population, and is about 73% larger than the population of Zanzibar. When comparing the sizes of Zanzibar and Sarajevo, 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 Sarajevo?
Sarajevo has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Zanzibar experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Zanzibar or Sarajevo in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Zanzibar as well as Sarajevo. Zanzibar attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many travelers come to Sarajevo for the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Zanzibar is generally around the same temperature as Sarajevo. Daily temperatures in Zanzibar average around 25°C (77°F), and Sarajevo fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Sarajevo. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Zanzibar this time of the year. In the summer, Zanzibar often gets less sunshine than Sarajevo. Zanzibar gets 224 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sarajevo receives 323 hours of full sun.
Zanzibar usually gets less rain in July than Sarajevo. Zanzibar gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Sarajevo receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyZanzibar 25°C (77°F)Sarajevo 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Zanzibar or Sarajevo in the Autumn?
Both Sarajevo and Zanzibar are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Zanzibar throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Sarajevo in the autumn for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Zanzibar is much warmer than Sarajevo in the autumn. The daily temperature in Zanzibar averages around 25°C (78°F) in October, and Sarajevo fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Zanzibar. Zanzibar usually receives more sunshine than Sarajevo during autumn. Zanzibar gets 275 hours of sunny skies, while Sarajevo receives 178 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Sarajevo. In October, Zanzibar usually receives less rain than Sarajevo. Zanzibar gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Sarajevo receives 153 mm (6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberZanzibar 25°C (78°F)Sarajevo 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Zanzibar or Sarajevo in the Winter?
Both Sarajevo and Zanzibar during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Zanzibar because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Sarajevo for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
In the winter, Zanzibar is much warmer than Sarajevo. Typically, the winter temperatures in Zanzibar in January average around 28°C (82°F), and Sarajevo averages at about 6°C (42°F).
It's quite sunny in Zanzibar. In the winter, Zanzibar often gets more sunshine than Sarajevo. Zanzibar gets 236 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sarajevo receives 113 hours of full sun.
Sarajevo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Zanzibar usually gets less rain in January than Sarajevo. Zanzibar gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Sarajevo receives 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryZanzibar 28°C (82°F)Sarajevo 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Zanzibar or Sarajevo in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Zanzibar and Sarajevo. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Zanzibar year-round. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Sarajevo because of the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In April, Zanzibar is generally much warmer than Sarajevo. Daily temperatures in Zanzibar average around 27°C (81°F), and Sarajevo fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
Zanzibar usually receives less sunshine than Sarajevo during spring. Zanzibar gets 155 hours of sunny skies, while Sarajevo receives 174 hours of full sun in the spring.
Sarajevo receives a lot of rain in the spring. Zanzibar gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Zanzibar usually receives more rain than Sarajevo. Zanzibar gets 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain, while Sarajevo receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilZanzibar 27°C (81°F)Sarajevo 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Sarajevo and Zanzibar
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 28°C (82°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (83°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 269 mm (10.6 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| May | 26°C (78°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (76°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (76°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (78°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (80°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 203 mm (8 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
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