A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Serengeti National Park vs. Brussels for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Serengeti National Park or Brussels?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Serengeti National Park or Brussels, 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: Serengeti National Park or Brussels?

Serengeti National Park

Sprawling across 5,700 square miles of northern Tanzania in East Africa, Serengeti National Park makes up one of the oldest ecosystems in the world-one whose climate, vegetation, and fauna has barely changed over the past million years.  Today the park is a major wildlife destination, especially during the Great Migration when over a million hoofed animals are on the move.

Brussels

Brussels is the capital of Belgium and also the sight of the headquarters of the European Union. Generally speaking, it's an expensive city that sees a good amount of travelers. It is also a highly political city that has an air of importance and power. It's an incredibly international city, with people from all over the world flocking to it due to its political, economical, and cultural significance.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Eco Tours in Tanzania, The Best Cultural Tours in Tanzania, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Belgium, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Belgium.


Which place is cheaper, Brussels or Serengeti National Park?

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

  • Serengeti National Park Prices
    Tanzania Prices
    Brussels Prices
    Belgium Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Serengeti National Park $157
    Brussels $193

The average daily cost (per person) in Serengeti National Park is $157, while the average daily cost in Brussels is $193. 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 Serengeti National Park and Brussels in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Serengeti National Park $58
    Brussels $86
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Serengeti National Park $116
    Brussels $172
Compare Hotels in Serengeti National Park and Brussels

Looking for a hotel in Serengeti National Park or Brussels? 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 Serengeti National Park


Hotels in Brussels


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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: Brussels Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Serengeti National Park $22
    Brussels $20

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Brussels

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Brussels are as follows:


  • Subway Pass
    $5.28
  • Atomium train ticket (2)
    $9.39

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brussels

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Brussels:

  • Airport Transfer: Brussels to Brussels Airport BRU by Luxury Van: $102
  • Airport transfers from Brussels to Zaventem Brussels airport by luxury car: $130
  • Brussels <-> transfer from or to Brussels Airport (BRU) by Van: $142
  • Brussels Airport (BRU) Transfer to Brussels/Ghent/Antwerp/Brugge: $35
  • Brussels Airport (CRL) Private Transfer to Brussels City/Hotels: $139
  • Brussels Airport Transfer (BRU) <-> to or from Brussels (Sedan): $114
  • Brussels Private Transfer from Brussels city centre to Brussels Airport (BRU): $81
  • Brussels Shuttle Transfer <-> Mons (1 to 8 PLACES): $77
  • Brussels to Brussels Airport (BRU) - Departure Private Transfer: $76
  • Direct private transfer from Brussels to Bruges, 2h Stop in Ghent: $216
  • Private Arrival Transfer from Brussels Airport to Bruges with Business car: $181
  • Private Arrival Transfer from Brussels Airport to Ghent by Luxury car: $179

Is it cheaper to fly into Serengeti National Park or Brussels?

Prices for flights to both Brussels and Serengeti National Park 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
    Serengeti National Park $69
    Brussels $77

Typical Food Prices in Brussels

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Brussels:


  • Ice Cream & Macaroons
    $5.40
  • Dessert (Turkish Delights)
    $5.57
  • Cheese
    $6.57
  • Olives and Snacks
    $8.19
  • Waffle
    $3.52

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Brussels

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

  • Experience Authentic Belgian Cuisine: Cooking Lesson and Meal with a Ghent Local: $99
  • Brussels Food Tour with Full Meal & Drinks by Do Eat Better: $119
  • Brussels Food Tour: 10 Tastings of Waffles, Beers, Fries & More: $133
  • Market Tour and Cooking Lesson with a Belgian Gourmet Meal in a Brussels Home: $179

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Serengeti National Park $54
    Brussels $27

Tours and Activities in Brussels

Here are a few actual costs in Brussels for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Brussels Hidden Delights A Self Guided Epicurean Adventure: $1.79
  • Brussels Walking Tour with Guide plus PDF: $3.59
  • Gastronomic Tour: A Taste of Brussels: $3.59
  • The Most Complete Tour Of Brussels: $3.59
  • Self Guided Tours Brussels With 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.59
  • Free Tour of Brussels in English (with booking fee) : $3.59
  • Historical Walking Tour: The Story of Brussels - by Legends: $3.59
  • Brussels Old City’s Highlights Walking Tour: $4.81
  • Brussels (EU Quarter) Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $5.81
  • Brussels Land of Comics: Self-Guided Tour and Puzzle Quest: $6.00
  • Leuven Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Tour: $6.45
  • Brussels Brain Quest: Exploration Game and Tour: $6.60

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Serengeti National Park $16
    Brussels $15

Typical Alcohol Prices in Brussels

Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Brussels are as follows:


  • Bottle of Wine
    $12
  • Beer
    $7.04

Sample the Local Flavors in Brussels

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Brussels:

  • Discovery of the La Senne Brewery: $31
  • Beer & Chocolate Tasting in a Brewery-Distillery: $79


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Serengeti National Park and Brussels, we can see that Brussels is more expensive. And not only is Serengeti National Park much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Serengeti National Park is in Africa and Brussels 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 Serengeti National Park would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Serengeti National Park 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 Brussels would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Brussels than you might in Serengeti National Park.

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