Which place is cheaper, Diani or Antananarivo?
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 Antananarivo or Diani?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Antananarivo and Diani 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: Antananarivo or Diani?
Antananarivo
Antananarivo is the capital of Madagascar; it is also sometimes referred to as Tana. This city is the cultural and political center of Madagascar as a whole. There are multiple universities, museums, and other social venues in the city, as well as a national rugby team. This city has a very apparent French influence.
Diani
Diani is a major beach resort town on the Indian Ocean coast of Kenya. It is located 30 kilometers south of Mombasa and the beach has been voted Africa’s leading beach destination several times. With a flawless, long stretch of white-sand beach hugged by lush forest and kissed by surfable waves, it’s no wonder Diani Beach is so popular. This resort town scores points with a diverse crowd: party people, families, honeymooners, backpackers and water-sports enthusiasts. But Diani also has some of the best accommodation in Kenya, from budget party hostels to funky kitesurfing lodges and intimate honeymoon spots. Most places are spread along the beach road, hidden behind a line of forest. When lazing in a hammock gets tiring, visit the coral mosques with their archways that overlook the open ocean, venture into the sacred forests where guides hug trees that speak in their ancestors' voices, or take in the monkey sanctuary – all are good ways to experience more of the coast than the considerable charms of sun and sand.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to Madagascar, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Madagascar, The Best Luxury Tours to Kenya, and The Best Budget Tours to Kenya.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAntananarivo $92Diani $69
The average daily cost (per person) in Antananarivo is $92, while the average daily cost in Diani is $69. 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 Antananarivo and Diani in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAntananarivo $30Diani $23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAntananarivo $60Diani $46
Compare Hotels in Antananarivo and Diani
Looking for a hotel in Antananarivo or Diani? 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: Antananarivo Hotel Prices and Diani Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Antananarivo $14Diani $15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antananarivo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Antananarivo:
- Private Airport Transfert Ivato Antananarivo: $40
- Cheap Transfer Airport Hotel & Car rental in Antananarivo: $18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Diani
Also for Diani, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer to Diani Beach from Mombasa: $65
- From Mombasa Airport: Diani transfer in a minivan (5 pax): $65
- Taxi and Airport transfers: $70
- Private Transfer: Mombasa SGR Train Station to Diani Hotels: $78
Is it cheaper to fly into Antananarivo or Diani?
Prices for flights to both Diani and Antananarivo 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 dayAntananarivo $50Diani $35
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antananarivo
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Antananarivo.
- Cooking And Cuisine Tasting From Tana-Malagasy Fine Foodie Madagascar Tour: $245
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Diani
For Diani, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Diani Beach: Cooking Class with a Local: $60
- Diani Beach: Sunset Dhow Cruise with Dinner: $71
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Antananarivo $24Diani $15
Tours and Activities in Antananarivo
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Antananarivo are as follows:
- 4 Days Adventure to wild Andasibe Mantasoa from Antananarivo: $1,004
- 4-Hours Night Tour of Antananarivo: $179
- 6 Days Adventure to Andasibe & Tamatave from Antananarivo: $1,713
- 7 Days Sainte-Marie Island Tour by Plane from Antananarivo: $3,839
- 9 Days Adventure from Antananarivo to Isalo Park & Tulear: $2,363
- Andasibe Lemur Experience 4 Days/3 Nights (Comfort).: $1,847
- Antananarivo : Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $38
- Antananarivo : Day tour to Mantasoa Lake: $304
- Antananarivo Private Walking Tour with a Local: $25
- 10-Day Southern National Parks & Reserves Tour: $3,700
- 2-Days tour to Andasibe National Park: $752
- Baobab Avenue & Kirindy Tours 4 Days/3 Nights: $1,415
Tours and Activities in Diani
For Diani, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Stori Baharini: Story telling walking tour in Diani Beach: $10
- Market and Street Food Walking Tour: $20
- Giriama Cultural Dance Show and Local Village Tour: $27
- Sunset Canoe Tour along the River with Mangroves: $28
- Diani Beach: Glass-Bottom Boat Cruise to Robinson Island: $28
- Diani Beach: Kaya Kinondo cultural and nature experience: $30
- Diani Beach: Kongo River Sunset Experience in a canoe: $32
- Sunset Cruise along Kongo River on Wooden Canoe boat: $35
- Diani Beach: Private African Pool Map Guided Tour: $35
- Samburu: Traditional Activities Experience: $40
- Diani Beach: Italian-Swahili Fusion Dining Experience: $42
- Diani Beach: Kongo River Estuary Sundowner Boat Tour: $42
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAntananarivo $9.61Diani $8.84
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Antananarivo and Diani, we can see that Antananarivo is more expensive. And not only is Diani much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Diani would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Diani 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 Antananarivo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Antananarivo than you might in Diani.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Antananarivo Expensive? and Is Diani Expensive?.
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.