Which place is cheaper, Bath or Dar es Salaam?
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 Dar es Salaam or Bath?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Dar es Salaam and Bath can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Dar es Salaam or Bath?
Dar es Salaam
Having grown from a fishing village, Dar es Salaam is now a major city and commercial port on Tanzania's Indian Ocean coast. While it is mainly used as a stopping point on the way to Zanzibar, it has a few unique treasures of its own such as the Kariakoo Market, National Museum, and the open-air Village Museum.
Bath
Bath is most famous as a historic spa city, and as such, it has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is only 100 miles west of London and it is a wonderful, historic city with excellent architecture and great hot springs. It's a popular travel destination for international visitors and Brits alike. It is charmingly positioned in the rolling hills of the Somerset countryside just south of the Cotswolds. The city itself has a population of about 80,000 and gives you a sampling of attractions including a range of restaurants, theaters, pubs, and museums.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Edinburgh, and The Best 10-Day Tours from London.
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Dar es Salaam Prices
Tanzania PricesBath Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDar es Salaam $493Bath $235
The average daily cost (per person) in Dar es Salaam is $493, while the average daily cost in Bath is $235. 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 Dar es Salaam and Bath in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDar es Salaam $452Bath $108
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDar es Salaam $904Bath $216
Compare Hotels in Dar es Salaam and Bath
Looking for a hotel in Dar es Salaam or Bath? 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: Dar es Salaam Hotel Prices and Bath Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dar es Salaam $14Bath $36
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dar es Salaam
Also for Dar es Salaam, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer/Airport pick up and drop off: $192
- Private Transfer from Dar El Salaam to Julius Nyerere Airport (DAR): $106
- Ferry Tickets to Zanzibar with Transfers.: $120
- Private Layover Tour with Airport Transfer: $120
- Dar es Salaam Airport Transfers Comfortable Ride to Your Hotel: $60
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bath
Also for Bath, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- LHR to Bath Executive SUV Transfer: $795
- Private Transfer: From Bath to London Heathrow Airport.: $174
- "Private Transfer: London Heathrow Airport to Bath".: $174
- Bus Transfer to/from Bristol Airport: $24
Is it cheaper to fly into Dar es Salaam or Bath?
Prices for flights to both Bath and Dar es Salaam 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 dayDar es Salaam $33Bath $102
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dar es Salaam -Bath $23
Tours and Activities in Dar es Salaam
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Dar es Salaam.
- Bagamoyo Full-Day Tour: Historic Slave Trade Route & Kaole Ruins: $255
- Dar Es Salaam City Tour (Full Day With Private Guide And Car): $140
- 2 Days 1 Night Bagamoyo Historical Tour : $300
- Ancient Bagamoyo City Day Tour: $249
- Bagamoyo Adventure, Historical Tour: $238
- Bagamoyo Historical Tour - Everyday: $199
- Bagamoyo Tour: $120
- Bird Watching Tour to Tegetero Forest 2days 1 night: $205
- Dar Es Salaam City Tour: $150
- Dar Es Salaam City tour: $164
- Dar Es Salaam Local Markets and Village-National Museum Day tour: $150
- Dar es Salaam City Tour - Everyday: $97
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bath
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Bath's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Thermal Bath Spa$48
Tours and Activities in Bath
For Bath, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Bath : 2 Hour Historic Walking Tour With An App: $9.99
- Bath Private Guided Walking Tour: $294
- 2 Hour Private City Walking Tour: $214
- Bespoke Jane Austen-inspired Guided Tours: $202
- Best of Bath Walking Tour Ltd, Georgian Tour.: $27
- Bridgerton Filming Locations Walking Tour with Music: $23
- Bridgeton Walking Tour with an APP: $9.99
- Christmas Market and City Highlights Walking Tour: $529
- City Walking Tour & Exploration Game: $35
- City Walking Tour with Optional Roman Baths Entry: $27
- Coffee Roasting Experience: $81
- Guided City Walking Tour with Entry To The Roman Baths: $88
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDar es Salaam $7.97Bath $18
Sample the Local Flavors in Bath
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bath:
- Vineyard Tour, Wine Tasting, and Music Pairing: $133
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dar es Salaam and Bath, we can see that Dar es Salaam is more expensive. And not only is Bath much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dar es Salaam is in Africa and Bath 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 Bath would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bath 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 Dar es Salaam would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dar es Salaam than you might in Bath.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dar es Salaam Expensive? and Is Bath Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dar es Salaam or Bath?
Dar es Salaam has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Bath. When comparing the sizes of Dar es Salaam and Bath, 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.