Which place is cheaper, La Rochelle or Ouarzazate?
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 Ouarzazate or La Rochelle?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Ouarzazate and La Rochelle can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Ouarzazate or La Rochelle?
Ouarzazate
Morocco can be quite an energetic country, but if you're looking for more of a quiet getaway, consider Ouarzazate. Small by Moroccan standards, this town is built up mostly around a main street – the Avenue Mohammad V. Ouarzazate. The name "Ouarzazate" comes from the Berber language meaning "without noise" or "without confusion." It was once a crossroad for a African traders traveling to northern cities in Morocco and Europe. Today, Ouarzazate is the largest town in the Moroccan Sahara, and its central location serves as a good home base touring the rest of Morocco.
La Rochelle
La Rochelle is a lovely French city in the province of Charente-Maritime. It's located in western France and is a seaport on the Bay of Biscay. Most people who visit the city enjoy exploring the "Vieux Port" or Old Harbour area. This area is the heart of the city and it is a beautiful neighborhood that has many seafood restaurants and nice architecture. It's particularly enjoyable to walk around during the evening hours. Ile de Re is connected to the city by a bridge and is also a nice place to visit. If you head out of town, the surrounding countryside is very rural. North of the city is Venise Verte, which is very marshy and has many small canals. It's a popular area for inland boating.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Morocco, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Paris, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Paris.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayOuarzazate $60La Rochelle $163
The average daily cost (per person) in Ouarzazate is $60, while the average daily cost in La Rochelle is $163. 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 Ouarzazate and La Rochelle in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOuarzazate $24La Rochelle $79
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOuarzazate $48La Rochelle $158
Compare Hotels in Ouarzazate and La Rochelle
Looking for a hotel in Ouarzazate or La Rochelle? 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: Ouarzazate Hotel Prices and La Rochelle Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ouarzazate $3.76La Rochelle $20
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ouarzazate
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Ouarzazate are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$2.21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ouarzazate
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ouarzazate:
- "Ouarzazate to Marrakech: Your Comfortable Private Transfer": $115
- Private Ouarzazate Airport Transfer: $30
- Ouarzazate Airport Transfer: $30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in La Rochelle
Also for La Rochelle, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from La Rochelle Cruise Port to Nantes Hotels: $251
- Private Transfer from La Rochelle Port to Nantes Airport (NTE): $251
Is it cheaper to fly into Ouarzazate or La Rochelle?
Prices for flights to both La Rochelle and Ouarzazate 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 dayOuarzazate $31La Rochelle $70
Typical Food Prices in Ouarzazate
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Ouarzazate:
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Dinner for Two$12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ouarzazate
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ouarzazate.
- Private Berber Cooking Class at Fint Oasis with Lunch: $48
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in La Rochelle
For La Rochelle, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Food Tour - Discover La Rochelle: $143
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ouarzazate $12La Rochelle $15
Tours and Activities in Ouarzazate
Here are a few actual costs in Ouarzazate for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 Hour Horse Riding Adventure in Ait Ben Haddou: $26
- 3 Days Group Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga Desert: $119
- Ait-Ben-Haddou - City Tour: $24
- Guided tour of the Palmerie de Skoura by electric mountain bike : $54
- Marrakech Half-Day Guided City Tour : $72
- Marrakech Palm Grove 2-Hour Quad Biking Adventure.: $54
- Ouarzazate ‘Hollywood of Morocco’ Private Full-Day Tour with Ait Ben Haddou: $227
- Ouzoud Waterfall Day Tour from Marrakech: $32
- Private Full-Day Tour of Ouarzazate and Oasis Fint: $173
- Private One Day Tour AIT BENHADDOU and TELOUET via Ouarzazate: $119
- Private Quad Experience in the Ouarzazate Desert: $54
- Private half-day mountain bike tour discover Palmeraie Skoura: $33
Tours and Activities in La Rochelle
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for La Rochelle.
- La Rochelle Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $5.76
- La Rochelle Port Quest: Self-Guided Walking Adventure: $8.05
- Guided tour of La Rochelle The splendor of merchants in the 18th century: $24
- Planet Exotica entrance ticket: $25
- Discover Discovery Walking Tour of La Rochelle: $48
- La Rochelle Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $57
- La Rochelle Private Custom Private Walking Tour With a Guide: $66
- La Rochelle, Old Town and Vieux Port Guided Walking Tour: $86
- Poitiers: Private tour of the historic city centre: $89
- La Rochelle Templars Private Walking Tour: $221
- Private Walking Tour: $256
- 3 Hour La Rochelle Private Tour: $286
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOuarzazate -La Rochelle $19
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ouarzazate and La Rochelle, we can see that La Rochelle is more expensive. And not only is Ouarzazate much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Ouarzazate is in Africa and La Rochelle 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 Ouarzazate would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ouarzazate 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 La Rochelle would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in La Rochelle than you might in Ouarzazate.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ouarzazate Expensive? and Is La Rochelle Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ouarzazate or La Rochelle?
La Rochelle has a larger population, and is about 34% larger than the population of Ouarzazate. When comparing the sizes of Ouarzazate and La Rochelle, 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.
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.