Which place is cheaper, Orlando 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 Orlando?
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 Orlando can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Dar es Salaam or Orlando?
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.
Orlando
Orlando is a haven for tourists from the entire United States and abroad. The most famous sight in Orlando, Walt Disney World, is not actually located in the city at all, but in nearby Lake Buena Vista. The area attracts over 50 million visitors a year and the city's sprawling development has created amenities and entertainment options for tourists of all ages.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best Train & Rail Tours in United States of America, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in United States of America.
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Dar es Salaam Prices
Tanzania PricesOrlando Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDar es Salaam $493Orlando $368
The average daily cost (per person) in Dar es Salaam is $493, while the average daily cost in Orlando is $368. 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 Orlando in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDar es Salaam $452Orlando $154
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDar es Salaam $904Orlando $308
Compare Hotels in Dar es Salaam and Orlando
Looking for a hotel in Dar es Salaam or Orlando? 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 Orlando Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dar es Salaam $14Orlando $66
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
- Ferry Tickets to Zanzibar with Transfers.: $120
- Private Layover Tour with Airport Transfer: $120
- Private Transfer from Dar El Salaam to Julius Nyerere Airport (DAR): $106
- Dar es Salaam Airport Transfers Comfortable Ride to Your Hotel: $60
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Orlando
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Orlando are as follows:
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Parking$14
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Taxi Ride$45
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Orlando
Also for Orlando, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Orlando-Sanford (SFB) Airport to The Villages: $295
- Private Transfer from Windermere to Port Canaveral: $295
- Private Transfer from Reunion to Port Canaveral: $295
- Private Transfer from The Villages to Orlando-Sanford (SFB) Airport: $295
- Transfer: Lake Buena Vista Hotels To/From Orlando Airport: $295
- Private Transfer from Orlando (MCO) Airport to Port Canaveral: $289
- Private Transfer from Leesburg to Orlando (MCO) Airport: $284
- Private Transfer from Orlando (MCO) Airport to Lakeland: $284
- Private Transfer from Lakeland to Orlando (MCO) Airport: $282
- Private Transfer from Orlando (MCO) Airport to Leesburg: $282
- Private Transfer from Lake Mary to Port Canaveral: $280
- Private Transfer to Davenport: $275
Is it cheaper to fly into Dar es Salaam or Orlando?
Prices for flights to both Orlando 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 $33Orlando $113
Typical Food Prices in Orlando
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Orlando:
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Lunch for Two at Epcot$29
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Orlando
For Orlando, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- The Outta Control Magic Comedy Dinner Show: $39
- Italian Buffet Dinner Cruise Aboard the Barbara Lee Paddlewheeler: $40
- Flavors of ICON Park Food Tour: $40
- St. Johns River Lunch and Dinner Cruises in Sanford, Florida: $43
- Orlando Polynesian Fire Luau and Dinner Show Experience: $75
- Immersive Pasta Making Cooking Class: $75
- Señor Frogs Lunch / Dinner Package: $75
- Pasta Making Cooking Class With Local Chef in Orlando: $75
- Sushi Making Cooking Class at a Local Brewery in Orlando: $75
- Pirates Adventure Dinner Show with Drinks: $80
- Medieval Times Dinner Show in Orlando: $80
- Speakeasy Murder Mystery Dinner Show in Orlando: $82
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dar es Salaam -Orlando $204
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 Orlando
For Orlando, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Universal Studios for Two$110
Tours and Activities in Orlando
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Orlando.
- 2 HR Interactive Walking Ghost Tour in Downtown Orlando: $78
- 90 minute Everglades Airboat Tour near Orlando Florida : $89
- Magic After Dark Bioluminescence Kayak Tour Orlando: $85
- 1 Hour Florida Everglades Wildlife Tour: $65
- 1 Hour Historical Wildlife Tour of The Famous Chain of Lakes: $27
- 1 Hour Scenic Pontoon Day Cruise: $48
- 2 Hour Historical Wildlife Tour of the Chain of Lakes: $42
- 2 Hour Investigative Walking Ghost Tour of Downtown Orlando: $53
- 2Park 1Day Park-to-Park + 1Day Universal Epic Ticket: $349
- 30 Days Self Guided Audio Tour: Discover Orlando Local Stories: $30
- 8-Hour Automatic Polaris Slingshot SL Adventure Rental: $300
- 90 Minute Airboat Tour in the Florida Everglades: $85
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDar es Salaam $7.97Orlando $30
Sample the Local Flavors in Orlando
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Orlando:
- Orlando Bar Crawl: Orlando's Magical Nightlife Bar Crawl: $15
- Orlando Haunts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $27
- Orlando Haunts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $30
- Caribbean Moonshine Distillery Tour and Tasting: $40
- Sanford’s Haunted Brewery Tour: $43
- Brews and Bites Brewery Walking Tour: $75
- 2-Hour Sushi Making Class at a Local Brewery: $75
- Pontoon Pub Crawl, 5 Lakeside Pubs and Restaurants Visit by Boat: $90
- Happy Hour Downtown Pub Crawl: $139
- Ghost Tour and Pub Crawl: $139
- Chef's Table and Wine Tasting Tour: $300
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dar es Salaam and Orlando, we can see that Dar es Salaam is more expensive. And not only is Orlando much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dar es Salaam is in Africa and Orlando is in North America, 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 Orlando would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Orlando 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 Orlando.
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 Orlando Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dar es Salaam or Orlando?
Dar es Salaam has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Orlando. When comparing the sizes of Dar es Salaam and Orlando, 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 Dar es Salaam or Orlando?
Orlando 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 Orlando in the Summer?
Both Orlando and Dar es Salaam are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Dar es Salaam throughout the year. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Orlando because of the family-friendly experiences.
Dar es Salaam is cooler than Orlando in the summer. The daily temperature in Dar es Salaam averages around 25°C (77°F) in July, and Orlando fluctuates around 82°F (28°C).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Orlando. In July, Dar es Salaam usually receives less rain than Orlando. Dar es Salaam gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Orlando receives 8.3 inches (211 mm) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDar es Salaam 25°C (77°F)Orlando 82°F (28°C)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Orlando in the Autumn?
Both Orlando and Dar es Salaam during the autumn 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. Furthermore, the shopping scene are the main draw to Orlando this time of year.
In the autumn, Dar es Salaam is around the same temperature as Orlando. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Dar es Salaam in October average around 25°C (78°F), and Orlando averages at about 75°F (24°C).
Orlando gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Dar es Salaam usually gets less rain in October than Orlando. Dar es Salaam gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Orlando receives 4.1 inches (103 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDar es Salaam 25°C (78°F)Orlando 75°F (24°C)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Orlando in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Dar es Salaam and Orlando. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Dar es Salaam year-round. Furthermore, many travelers come to Orlando for the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine.
In January, Dar es Salaam is generally much warmer than Orlando. Daily temperatures in Dar es Salaam average around 28°C (82°F), and Orlando fluctuates around 59°F (15°C).
In January, Dar es Salaam usually receives more rain than Orlando. Dar es Salaam gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Orlando receives 2.3 inches (58 mm) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDar es Salaam 28°C (82°F)Orlando 59°F (15°C)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Orlando in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Dar es Salaam as well as Orlando. Dar es Salaam attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Dar es Salaam is a little warmer than Orlando in the spring. The daily temperature in Dar es Salaam averages around 27°C (81°F) in April, and Orlando fluctuates around 72°F (22°C).
Dar es Salaam receives a lot of rain in the spring. Dar es Salaam usually gets more rain in April than Orlando. Dar es Salaam gets 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain, while Orlando receives 2.7 inches (69 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDar es Salaam 27°C (81°F)Orlando 72°F (22°C)
Typical Weather for Orlando 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) | 59°F (15°C) | 2.3 inches (58 mm) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 62°F (16°C) | 3 inches (75 mm) |
| Mar | 28°C (83°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 67°F (19°C) | 3.5 inches (88 mm) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 269 mm (10.6 in) | 72°F (22°C) | 2.7 inches (69 mm) |
| May | 26°C (78°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 77°F (25°C) | 3 inches (75 mm) |
| Jun | 24°C (76°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 81°F (27°C) | 7.1 inches (181 mm) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 82°F (28°C) | 8.3 inches (211 mm) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 82°F (28°C) | 6.7 inches (171 mm) |
| Sep | 25°C (76°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 81°F (27°C) | 7.2 inches (183 mm) |
| Oct | 25°C (78°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 75°F (24°C) | 4.1 inches (103 mm) |
| Nov | 27°C (80°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 68°F (20°C) | 1.6 inches (40 mm) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 62°F (17°C) | 1.9 inches (48 mm) |
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