Which place is cheaper, Uppsala 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 Uppsala?
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 Uppsala 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 Uppsala?
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.
Uppsala
Uppsala is a college town in Sweden, located about 40 minutes north of Stockholm. Home to two universities, Uppsala is the 4th largest city in Sweden and features a huge diversity in culture. The Fyris River divides the city into the historic and modern sides of the city, each one with their own unique culture and sights to see. The area features fairly cool weather year-round, with temperatures in the 30's Fahrenheit from November-April and May-October seeing temperatures in the 40's and 50's Fahrenheit. The best time to visit it from May-July when temperatures are at their highest and there's plenty of sunshine.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Eco Tours in Tanzania, The Best Cultural Tours in Tanzania, The Best Luxury Tours to Sweden, and The Best Budget Tours to Sweden.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayZanzibar $62Uppsala $185
The average daily cost (per person) in Zanzibar is $62, while the average daily cost in Uppsala is $185. 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 Uppsala in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personZanzibar $24Uppsala $104
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomZanzibar $48Uppsala $208
Compare Hotels in Zanzibar and Uppsala
Looking for a hotel in Zanzibar or Uppsala? 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 Uppsala Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Zanzibar $11Uppsala $23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zanzibar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zanzibar:
- Zanzibar VIP Transfer in Range Rover Sport: $300
- Zanzibar JetCar ride with drone video and transfer included: $168
- The Top Best Tour in Stone Town and Prison Island with Transfer: $130
- Private Nakupenda Beach Day with Seafood Lunch and Transfers: $126
- Zanzibar Tour in Secret Beach, Kuza Cave and Jozani with transfer: $120
- Private Transfer from Kizimkazi to Zanzibar (ZNZ) Airport: $98
- Private Transfer from Zanzibar (ZNZ) Airport to Makunduchi: $98
- Zanzibar Quad Adventures from Nungwi or Kendwa & Hotel Transfer: $95
- Zanzibar Ferry Terminal Departure Transfers.: $90
- Jet Ski to Zanzibar with photos and video and transfer included: $90
- Private Transfer from Zanzibar (ZNZ) Airport to Kiwengwa: $88
- Private Transfer from Bwejuu to Zanzibar (ZNZ) Airport: $88
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Uppsala
Also for Uppsala, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Uppsala City to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) - Departure Private Transfer: $74
Is it cheaper to fly into Zanzibar or Uppsala?
Prices for flights to both Uppsala 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 $28Uppsala $64
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Zanzibar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Zanzibar.
- Authentic Street Food Tours in Stone Town, Zanzibar: $40
- Zanzibar Walking Spice Farm with Local Cooking Class: $50
- Private Zanzibar Spices Tour with Traditional Swahili Cooking Lesson: $55
- Local Cooking Class with Spice Tour in Zanzibar: $60
- Zanzibar Cooking Lesson: $70
- Traditional Cooking Class in Zanzibar: $77
- Cooking Class Tour: $90
- A private half day spice farm with a cooking lesson: $90
- A Half Day Private Cooking Class At the Spice Farm: $107
- Zanzibar Sunset Dinner Dhow Cruise Kendwa Nungwi: $130
- Zanzibar Full-Day Tour Jozani Forest and Swahili Cooking Class: $130
- Exclusive Private Sunset Dinner Sail along North Coast Zanzibar: $140
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Zanzibar $13Uppsala $22
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
- 2 days tour from Jozani forest to Stone town zanzibar: $270
- 3 Hours Private Stone Town Walking Tour: $20
- 3 hours Spice Tour in Tanzania: $80
- 3-Hour Private City Tour in Zanzibar Island: $25
- 4h Quad Adventures in Nungwi / Kendwa: $135
- 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 Nungwi Village Tour (With Turtles Aquarium): $78
- A Half Day Private Prison Island Tour: $106
- A Half Day Private Stone Town Tour: $85
- A Half Day Private Tour To Jozani Forest: $87
Tours and Activities in Uppsala
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Uppsala.
- Uppsala Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Tour: $6.42
- The Best of A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Self Guided Secrets of Uppsala Exploration Game Tour: $24
- Stockholm: Uppsala Half-Day Swedish Oxford & Cathedral Tour: $29
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $48
- Adventure parc: $54
- Uppsala : Kayaking or Canoeing Experience: $76
- Vasatid at Uppsala Castle 1h - a guided tour in Uppsala: $96
- Medieval horror, undead and dark folklore walk Uppsala city - open tour: $101
- Uppsala Must See 2h city walk - 2h tour of all big attractions!: $108
- Guided tour 90min at Old Uppsala mounds and old Uppsala church: $109
- Swedish Lifestyle and Private Walking Tour of Uppsala: $139
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayZanzibar $6.75Uppsala $20
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Zanzibar and Uppsala, we can see that Uppsala 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 Uppsala 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 Uppsala would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Uppsala 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 Uppsala Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Zanzibar or Uppsala?
Zanzibar has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Uppsala. When comparing the sizes of Zanzibar and Uppsala, 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 Uppsala?
Uppsala 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 Uppsala in the Summer?
Both Uppsala 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.
In the summer, Zanzibar is a little warmer than Uppsala. Typically, the summer temperatures in Zanzibar in July average around 25°C (77°F), and Uppsala averages at about 18°C (64°F).
In Uppsala, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Zanzibar. In the summer, Zanzibar often gets less sunshine than Uppsala. Zanzibar gets 224 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Uppsala receives 260 hours of full sun.
Zanzibar usually gets less rain in July than Uppsala. Zanzibar gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Uppsala receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyZanzibar 25°C (77°F)Uppsala 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Zanzibar or Uppsala in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Zanzibar and Uppsala. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Zanzibar year-round.
In October, Zanzibar is generally much warmer than Uppsala. Daily temperatures in Zanzibar average around 25°C (78°F), and Uppsala fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
In Zanzibar, it's very sunny this time of the year. Zanzibar usually receives more sunshine than Uppsala during autumn. Zanzibar gets 275 hours of sunny skies, while Uppsala receives 99 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Zanzibar usually receives more rain than Uppsala. Zanzibar gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Uppsala receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberZanzibar 25°C (78°F)Uppsala 8°C (46°F)
Should I visit Zanzibar or Uppsala in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Zanzibar as well as Uppsala. Zanzibar attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Uppsala. Zanzibar is much warmer than Uppsala in the winter. The daily temperature in Zanzibar averages around 28°C (82°F) in January, and Uppsala fluctuates around -3°C (27°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Zanzibar this time of the year. In the winter, Zanzibar often gets more sunshine than Uppsala. Zanzibar gets 236 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Uppsala receives 40 hours of full sun.
Zanzibar usually gets more rain in January than Uppsala. Zanzibar gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Uppsala receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryZanzibar 28°C (82°F)Uppsala -3°C (27°F)
Should I visit Zanzibar or Uppsala in the Spring?
Both Uppsala and Zanzibar are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Zanzibar throughout the year.
In the spring, Zanzibar is much warmer than Uppsala. Typically, the spring temperatures in Zanzibar in April average around 27°C (81°F), and Uppsala averages at about 5°C (41°F).
Zanzibar usually receives less sunshine than Uppsala during spring. Zanzibar gets 155 hours of sunny skies, while Uppsala receives 185 hours of full sun in the spring.
It's quite rainy in Zanzibar. In April, Zanzibar usually receives more rain than Uppsala. Zanzibar gets 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain, while Uppsala receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilZanzibar 27°C (81°F)Uppsala 5°C (41°F)
Typical Weather for Uppsala and Zanzibar
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 28°C (82°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (83°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 269 mm (10.6 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| May | 26°C (78°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (76°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (76°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (78°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (80°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
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