A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Moshi vs. Casablanca for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Moshi or Casablanca?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Moshi or Casablanca, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.

Where Should I go: Moshi or Casablanca?

Moshi

Moshi is a town in northern Tanzania, near the Kenyan border. It’s known as a gateway to Kilimanjaro National Park, home to Africa’s highest mountain, Mount Kilimanjaro. Trails run up the mountain's cloud-ringed, snow-capped dome, through alpine forests and meadows home to elephants and leopards. The noticeably clean capital of the densely populated Kilimanjaro region sits at the foot of Mt Kilimanjaro and makes a good introduction to the splendors of the north. It's a low-key place with an appealing blend of African and Asian influences and a self-sufficient, prosperous feel, due in large part to its being the center of one of Tanzania's major coffee-growing regions. Virtually all visitors are here to climb Mt Kilimanjaro or to recover after having done so. Yet there’s much more to do, including cultural tours and hikes on the mountain’s lower slopes.

Casablanca

Casablanca is so much more than a classic Bogart movie with killer one-liners. It is also the largest, most cosmopolitan city in the country of Morocco. Sitting at the economic and industrial heart of this region, Casablanca has a population of approximately four million. Brush up on your high school French before visiting this lively city as it's the main language spoken by the locals. While this is the most liberal and progressive city in Morocco, remember to be cautious in this region of the world with your western views.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to Tanzania, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Tanzania, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco.


Which place is cheaper, Casablanca or Moshi?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Moshi is $89, while the average daily cost in Casablanca is $95. 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 Moshi and Casablanca in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Moshi $39
    Casablanca $47
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Moshi $78
    Casablanca $94
Compare Hotels in Moshi and Casablanca

Looking for a hotel in Moshi or Casablanca? 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.

Hotels in Moshi


Hotels in Casablanca


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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: Moshi Hotel Prices and Casablanca Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Moshi $18
    Casablanca $12

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Moshi

Also for Moshi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Airport Transfer From Kilimanjaro International Airport 7 Seater: $42
  • Airport transfer: $45
  • Private Transfer from Kilimanjaro Airport to Moshi: $47
  • Kilimanjaro Airport Private Transfer from/to Moshi : $49
  • Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) Transfer/Taxi Services: $53
  • Airport Transfer between Moshi and Kilimanjaro International Airport: $54
  • Private Kilimanjaro Airport Transfer to or from Tanzania: $55
  • Kilimanjaro Airport Transfer: $60
  • Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO) Private Transfer to Mount Kilimanjaro: $78
  • Kilimanjaro Airport Transfer to Moshi/Arusha: $107

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Casablanca

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Casablanca:


  • Train from Airport (for 2)
    $7.75
  • Taxi Ride
    $8.86

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Casablanca

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Casablanca:

  • transfer from casablanca airport to casablanca city & hotels: $30
  • private transfer from casablanca airport to casablanca city: $30
  • Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service Casablanca HTL-APT (CMN): $42
  • Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service Casablanca APT-HTL (CMN): $42
  • Transfert privé à Marrakech(depuis ou vers)la ville de Casablanca: $120
  • Transfers from Marrakech airport: $10
  • Transfers from Casablanca, Mohamed V Airport to Marrkech: $83
  • Transfer from Hotel to Casablanca Airport CMN Departure Transfer: $23
  • Transfer from Casablanca city or Casablanca airport to Marrakech: $164
  • Transfer from Casablanca airport to Marrakech Private Van: $72
  • Transfer from Casablanca Airport to Marrakech: $165
  • Transfer from Casablanca Airport : $156

Is it cheaper to fly into Moshi or Casablanca?

Prices for flights to both Casablanca and Moshi 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Moshi $36
    Casablanca $37

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Moshi

For Moshi, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Kili View Tanzanian Cooking Class: $26
  • Private Market Tour and Tanzanian Cooking Class in Moshi: $86
  • 3 Days Chaga Culture: Cooking, NGO Projects, Banana Beer, Hiking: $207

Typical Food Prices in Casablanca

Some typical examples of dining costs in Casablanca are as follows:


  • Breakfast
    $3.32
  • Lunch
    $9.96
  • Dinner at Rick's Cafe (for Two)
    $36

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Casablanca

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Casablanca.

  • Casablanca Night Tour with Andalusian Dinner Show: $59
  • Moroccan Cooking Class Casablanca: $60
  • Casablanca City Night Tour and Traditional Moroccan Dinner: $71
  • Authentic Moroccan Food Tour in Casablanca with Dinner: $71
  • Street Private Guided Food Tour with Tastings at Casablanca: $75
  • Private Moroccan Cooking Class in Casablanca with a Local Expert: $100
  • Explore Casablanca Night Spa Relaxing Hammam and Dinner Included: $100
  • Dinner and DJ Night on The James Rooftop An Elevated Casablanca : $108
  • Casablanca Food Tour - Marché Central & Seafood Lunch: $140
  • Casablanca Private Night Tour with Traditional Dinner: $144
  • Private Moroccan Cooking Class in Casablanca with a Local Expert: $146
  • Casablanca Food Tour: $150

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Moshi $20
    Casablanca $9.89

Tours and Activities in Moshi

For Moshi, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Moshi sunset experience : $20
  • City tour and local food : $20
  • Private guided tour to the night lifestyle of Moshi town: $30
  • Materuni Waterfall Hike + Coffee tour and chemka Hot Spring : $30
  • Moshi city tour : $30
  • Day Tour Around Moshi Town in Tanzania: $33
  • Materuni Waterfall , Coffee Tour and Hotsprings (Chemka): $40
  • Materuni Waterfall and Coffee Plantation Half Day Tour: $40
  • 1-Day Moshi Villages bike tour: $50
  • Bodaboda Experience to Materuni Waterfall and Coffee Tour : $52
  • Marangu & Chagga - Cultural Day Tour form Moshi: $59
  • Chemka Hot Springs Tour from Moshi: $59

Tours and Activities in Casablanca

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Casablanca are as follows:

  • Amazing Morocco tour in 7 days must see : $114
  • Casablanca Layover Tour Hassan II Mosque and Centuries-Old Bath: $135
  • Casablanca Morocco Tour : $87
  • Shared Day Trip To Fes From Casablanca or Rabat with Guided Tour: $154
  • 11 Km Guided Bike Tour in Lively Casablanca: $39
  • 3-Hour Private Casablanca Authentic Home Dining Experience: $100
  • 8 Days Morocco Tour from Casablanca via Chefchaouen & Desert: $154
  • Casablanca 4 Hours Private Tour with Port Pick up: $144
  • Casablanca City Tour - Let's travel: $78
  • Casablanca City Tour with Couscous Meal and Souvenir Gift: $18
  • Casablanca City Tour with Hassan II Mosque Ticket: $68
  • Casablanca City Tour with Hassan II mosque ticket: $54

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Moshi $3.59
    Casablanca -


When comparing the travel costs between Moshi and Casablanca, we can see that Casablanca is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Africa, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Moshi Expensive? and Is Casablanca Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Moshi or Casablanca?

Casablanca has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Moshi. When comparing the sizes of Moshi and Casablanca, 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.