Which place is cheaper, Lake District National Park 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 Lake District National Park?
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 Lake District National Park can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Dar es Salaam or Lake District National Park?
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.
Lake District National Park
Believe it or not, there are many incredible places to visit in England other than just London! Lake District National Park is definitely one of them. Located in North West England, this area truly captures the beauty of the pristine English outdoors. Of all the national parks in the UK, the Lake District is visited the most, especially during the summer season. The tallest peak and the deepest lake in England are located here, and they are beautiful.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best 2-Week Tours from London, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Edinburgh.
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Dar es Salaam Prices
Tanzania PricesLake District National Park Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDar es Salaam $493Lake District National Park $131
The average daily cost (per person) in Dar es Salaam is $493, while the average daily cost in Lake District National Park is $131. 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 Lake District National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDar es Salaam $452Lake District National Park $53
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDar es Salaam $904Lake District National Park $106
Compare Hotels in Dar es Salaam and Lake District National Park
Looking for a hotel in Dar es Salaam or Lake District National Park? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dar es Salaam $14Lake District National Park $45
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
Is it cheaper to fly into Dar es Salaam or Lake District National Park?
Prices for flights to both Lake District National Park 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 $33Lake District National Park $49
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dar es Salaam -Lake District National Park $27
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
Tours and Activities in Lake District National Park
For Lake District National Park, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 3-Hours Via Ferrata Experience in Keswick: $151
- Ghyll Scrambling Water Adventure in the Lake District: $96
- Northern Lake District: Self Guided Walking Tour of Keswick: $7.99
- Ullswater Lake District Return Cruise from Glenridding Pier: $34
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDar es Salaam $7.97Lake District National Park $6.33
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dar es Salaam and Lake District National Park, we can see that Dar es Salaam is more expensive. And not only is Lake District National Park much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dar es Salaam is in Africa and Lake District National Park 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 Lake District National Park would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lake District National Park 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 Lake District National Park.
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 Lake District National Park Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Dar es Salaam or Lake District National Park?
Lake District National Park has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Dar es Salaam experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Lake District National Park in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Dar es Salaam and Lake District National Park. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Dar es Salaam year-round. Furthermore, most visitors come to Lake District National Park for the hiking and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Dar es Salaam is generally much warmer than Lake District National Park. Daily temperatures in Dar es Salaam average around 25°C (77°F), and Lake District National Park fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
In Dar es Salaam, it's very sunny this time of the year. Dar es Salaam usually receives more sunshine than Lake District National Park during summer. Dar es Salaam gets 224 hours of sunny skies, while Lake District National Park receives 159 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Dar es Salaam usually receives less rain than Lake District National Park. Dar es Salaam gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Lake District National Park receives 99 mm (3.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDar es Salaam 25°C (77°F)Lake District National Park 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Lake District National Park in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Dar es Salaam as well as Lake District National Park. Dar es Salaam attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the autumn months attract visitors to Lake District National Park because of the hiking trails and the natural beauty of the area.
Dar es Salaam is much warmer than Lake District National Park in the autumn. The daily temperature in Dar es Salaam averages around 25°C (78°F) in October, and Lake District National Park fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Dar es Salaam this time of the year. In the autumn, Dar es Salaam often gets more sunshine than Lake District National Park. Dar es Salaam gets 275 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lake District National Park receives 69 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Lake District National Park. Dar es Salaam usually gets less rain in October than Lake District National Park. Dar es Salaam gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Lake District National Park receives 163 mm (6.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDar es Salaam 25°C (78°F)Lake District National Park 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Lake District National Park in the Winter?
Both Lake District National Park and Dar es Salaam are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Dar es Salaam throughout the year. Also, the cuisine are the main draw to Lake District National Park this time of year.
It's quite cold in Lake District National Park in the winter. In the winter, Dar es Salaam is much warmer than Lake District National Park. Typically, the winter temperatures in Dar es Salaam in January average around 28°C (82°F), and Lake District National Park averages at about 3°C (38°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Dar es Salaam. Dar es Salaam usually receives more sunshine than Lake District National Park during winter. Dar es Salaam gets 236 hours of sunny skies, while Lake District National Park receives 40 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Lake District National Park. In January, Dar es Salaam usually receives less rain than Lake District National Park. Dar es Salaam gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Lake District National Park receives 165 mm (6.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDar es Salaam 28°C (82°F)Lake District National Park 3°C (38°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Lake District National Park in the Spring?
Both Lake District National Park and Dar es Salaam during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Dar es Salaam because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Lake District National Park for the natural beauty.
In April, Dar es Salaam is generally much warmer than Lake District National Park. Daily temperatures in Dar es Salaam average around 27°C (81°F), and Lake District National Park fluctuates around 7°C (45°F).
In the spring, Dar es Salaam often gets more sunshine than Lake District National Park. Dar es Salaam gets 155 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lake District National Park receives 134 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Dar es Salaam. Dar es Salaam usually gets more rain in April than Lake District National Park. Dar es Salaam gets 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain, while Lake District National Park receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDar es Salaam 27°C (81°F)Lake District National Park 7°C (45°F)
Typical Weather for Lake District National Park and Dar es Salaam
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 28°C (82°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (83°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 136 mm (5.4 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 269 mm (10.6 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| May | 26°C (78°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (76°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (76°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (78°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 163 mm (6.4 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (80°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) |
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