Which place is cheaper, The Hague or Masai Mara?
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 Masai Mara or The Hague?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Masai Mara and The Hague. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Masai Mara or The Hague?
Masai Mara
Masai Mara National Reserve is a beautiful, scenic, nature reserve in southwest Kenya, just west of the capital city, Nairobi. The reserve belongs to the Masai people and was created in order to protect the land and the people and animals living on it. Masai Mara is considered to be one of the best reserves in all of Africa, offering the quintessential African safari experience.
The Hague
The Hague is a metropolitan city in the province of South Holland, where the Dutch government is located. King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima currently reside there with their three children. The Hague is home to the U.N.'s International Court of Justice, as well as the International Criminal Court. It is the third largest city in the country, with a population of just over 500,000.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Safaris in Kenya, The Best Luxury Tours to Kenya, The Best Luxury Tours to Netherlands, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Netherlands.
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Masai Mara Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMasai Mara $132The Hague $256
The average daily cost (per person) in Masai Mara is $132, while the average daily cost in The Hague is $256. 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 Masai Mara and The Hague in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMasai Mara $37The Hague $122
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMasai Mara $74The Hague $244
Compare Hotels in Masai Mara and The Hague
Looking for a hotel in Masai Mara or The Hague? 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: Masai Mara Hotel Prices and The Hague Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Masai Mara $47The Hague $22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Masai Mara
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Masai Mara:
- Nairobi Airport (NBO) Private Transfer to Nairobi City/Hotels: $17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in The Hague
Also for The Hague, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Den Haag: Train Transfer Den Haag from/to Rotterdam: $9.05
- Utrecht: Train Transfer Utrecht from/to Den Haag: $18
- Eindhoven: Train Transfer Eindhoven from/to Den Haag: $30
- Private Transfer: Amsterdam Airport to The Hague (Den Haag): $121
- Private Transfer from The Hague City to Schiphol Airport : $155
- The Hague to Amsterdam Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $175
- Premium Electric transfer from Delft to Schiphol Airport: $175
- Premium electric Transfer from The Hague to Schiphol Airport : $179
- Private Direct Transfer from The Hague to Amsterdam: $184
- Private Tour of Delft and The Hague including Transfer: $226
- Private Tour of Delft & Rotterdam with Cube House and Transfer: $227
- Private Tour of The Hague and Gouda including Transfer: $262
Is it cheaper to fly into Masai Mara or The Hague?
Prices for flights to both The Hague and Masai Mara 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 dayMasai Mara $57The Hague $112
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Masai Mara
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Masai Mara.
- Carnivore experience Lunch Or Dinner (Optional Bomas of kenya ): $40
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in The Hague
For The Hague, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Small-Group Food Tour Scheveningen Beachside in The Hague: $77
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Masai Mara $60The Hague $40
Tours and Activities in Masai Mara
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Masai Mara are as follows:
- Airport Layover Tour to Nairobi National Park and Giraffe Center: $225
- Amboseli national park full day tour: $160
- Bomas of Kenya cultural Dance and Acrobatic Show Tour: $64
- Day Tour To Mt. Kenya : $285
- Fairview Coffee Farm Day Tour in Nairobi: $120
- Full Day Tour Nairobi National Park, Elephant Orphanage & Giraffe Center: $275
- Giraffe Center Half-Day Guided Tour from Nairobi: $75
- Half Day Giraffe Center,Baby Elephant&Karen Blixxen Guided Tour: $38
- Half Day Private Tour to Lake Nakuru National Park: $80
- Nairobi African Shopping Tour: $55
- Nairobi City Tour and Afternoon Visit to Bomas of Kenya: $80
- Nairobi Museum KICC Tower Kobe and Bomas of Kenya Day Tour: $115
Tours and Activities in The Hague
For The Hague, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- The Hague 2-Hour Walking Tour | Discover The City With A Local: $3.56
- Delft 2-Hour Walking Tour | Discover The City With A Local: $3.57
- The Hague Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $5.00
- The Hague Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $6.41
- Hague: The Heart of Old Town Exploration Game and Tour: $7.13
- Delft Exploration Game and Tour: The Blue's Clues: $7.13
- Courtyard Walking Tour: $9.40
- City Walking Tour: $9.40
- Dahlia Tour in Voorhout: $11
- Muzee Scheveningen History Museum Entry Ticket: $12
- Discover Delft's Golden Age: A Self-Guided Tour: $12
- Pub Trail Delft: an adventure full of surprises: $13
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMasai Mara $26The Hague $35
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Masai Mara and The Hague, we can see that The Hague is more expensive. And not only is Masai Mara much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Masai Mara is in Africa and The Hague 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 Masai Mara would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Masai Mara 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 The Hague would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in The Hague than you might in Masai Mara.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Masai Mara Expensive? and Is The Hague 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.