Which place is cheaper, Uppsala 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 Uppsala?
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 Uppsala can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Dar es Salaam or Uppsala?
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.
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 Safaris in Tanzania, The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best Tours for Seniors to Sweden, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Stockholm.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDar es Salaam $493Uppsala $182
The average daily cost (per person) in Dar es Salaam is $493, while the average daily cost in Uppsala is $182. 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 Uppsala in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDar es Salaam $452Uppsala $102
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDar es Salaam $904Uppsala $204
Compare Hotels in Dar es Salaam and Uppsala
Looking for a hotel in Dar es Salaam 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: Dar es Salaam Hotel Prices and Uppsala Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dar es Salaam $14Uppsala $22
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
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: $75
Is it cheaper to fly into Dar es Salaam or Uppsala?
Prices for flights to both Uppsala 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 $33Uppsala $63
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dar es Salaam -Uppsala $21
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 Uppsala
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Uppsala.
- 3h Uppsala city walking tour, Cathedral, university buildings etc: $213
- Adventure parc: $54
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $108
- Guided tour 90min at Old Uppsala mounds and old Uppsala church: $109
- Medieval horror, undead and dark folklore walk Uppsala city - open tour: $101
- Private 1h tour of famous Old Uppsala mounds and mediveal church: $151
- Stockholm Viking History Full Day Tour to Sigtuna + Uppsala: $281
- Swedish Lifestyle and Private Walking Tour of Uppsala: $140
- The Best of A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
- Uppsala Must See 2h city walk - 2h tour of all big attractions!: $108
- Uppsala Private Guided Walking Tour: $280
- Uppsala Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Tour: $6.40
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDar es Salaam $7.97Uppsala $20
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dar es Salaam and Uppsala, we can see that Dar es Salaam is more expensive. And not only is Uppsala much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dar es Salaam 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 Uppsala would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Uppsala 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 Uppsala.
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 Uppsala Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dar es Salaam or Uppsala?
Dar es Salaam has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Uppsala. When comparing the sizes of Dar es Salaam 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 Dar es Salaam or Uppsala?
Uppsala 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 Uppsala in the Summer?
Both Uppsala 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.
Dar es Salaam is a little warmer than Uppsala in the summer. The daily temperature in Dar es Salaam averages around 25°C (77°F) in July, and Uppsala fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
It's quite sunny in Uppsala. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Dar es Salaam. Dar es Salaam usually receives less sunshine than Uppsala during summer. Dar es Salaam gets 224 hours of sunny skies, while Uppsala receives 260 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Dar es Salaam usually receives less rain than Uppsala. Dar es Salaam gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Uppsala receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDar es Salaam 25°C (77°F)Uppsala 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Uppsala in the Autumn?
Both Uppsala 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.
In the autumn, Dar es Salaam is much warmer than Uppsala. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Dar es Salaam in October average around 25°C (78°F), and Uppsala averages at about 8°C (46°F).
It's quite sunny in Dar es Salaam. In the autumn, Dar es Salaam often gets more sunshine than Uppsala. Dar es Salaam gets 275 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Uppsala receives 99 hours of full sun.
Dar es Salaam usually gets more rain in October than Uppsala. Dar es Salaam gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Uppsala receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDar es Salaam 25°C (78°F)Uppsala 8°C (46°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Uppsala in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Dar es Salaam and Uppsala. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Dar es Salaam year-round.
Uppsala can be very cold during winter. In January, Dar es Salaam is generally much warmer than Uppsala. Daily temperatures in Dar es Salaam average around 28°C (82°F), and Uppsala fluctuates around -3°C (27°F).
In Dar es Salaam, it's very sunny this time of the year. Dar es Salaam usually receives more sunshine than Uppsala during winter. Dar es Salaam gets 236 hours of sunny skies, while Uppsala receives 40 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Dar es Salaam usually receives more rain than Uppsala. Dar es Salaam gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Uppsala receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDar es Salaam 28°C (82°F)Uppsala -3°C (27°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Uppsala in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Dar es Salaam as well as Uppsala. Dar es Salaam attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Dar es Salaam is much warmer than Uppsala in the spring. The daily temperature in Dar es Salaam averages around 27°C (81°F) in April, and Uppsala fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).
In the spring, Dar es Salaam often gets less sunshine than Uppsala. Dar es Salaam gets 155 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Uppsala receives 185 hours of full sun.
Dar es Salaam receives a lot of rain in the spring. Dar es Salaam usually gets more rain in April than Uppsala. Dar es Salaam gets 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain, while Uppsala receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDar es Salaam 27°C (81°F)Uppsala 5°C (41°F)
Typical Weather for Uppsala 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 (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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