Which place is cheaper, Merzouga or Tangier?
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 Tangier or Merzouga?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Tangier and Merzouga 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: Tangier or Merzouga?
Tangier
Welcome to the gateway to Africa. Sitting on the coast of the Strait of Gibraltar, Tangier, Morocco has historically served as the meeting point of the Mediterranean and Africa.
After World War II, this city became a destination for eccentric foreigners, artists, spies and hippies. After that, the city was neglected and gained a horrible reputation for the hustlers cheating visitors left and right.
In 1999 Morocco saw the beginning of a new monarch who was more progressive with his vision for tourism. This message lit a fire under Tangier, helping the people see the amazing potential in their great city. They built a new port, a new business district and revamped the airport. The beaches and streets have been cleaned up of trash and hustlers and there's a sudden surge in cultural activities.
Merzouga
Let's say you want to truly get away. I don't mean putting your ear buds in on some beach with a stronger on the next chair over. I mean really get away, and find yourself deserted. Merzouga, Morocco lets you do just that. This land of sand dune after sand dune is ideal for anyone yearning to ride a camel to the ends of civilization. And you'll find plenty of options to get here with a tour, or even on your own.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Morocco, The Best 2-Week Tours in Morocco, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Morocco.
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Tangier Prices
Morocco PricesMerzouga Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTangier $84Merzouga $24
The average daily cost (per person) in Tangier is $84, while the average daily cost in Merzouga is $24. 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 Tangier and Merzouga in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTangier $26Merzouga $11
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTangier $52Merzouga $22
Compare Hotels in Tangier and Merzouga
Looking for a hotel in Tangier or Merzouga? 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: Tangier Hotel Prices and Merzouga Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tangier $26Merzouga -
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tangier
Also for Tangier, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfers; Tanger Port - Tanger: $11
- Tangier Airport or Port Transfer – Private, Reliable, Fast: $15
- Private Transfer From Ferry Port to Tangier or Vice Versa: $20
- One-Way Airport Transfer Tangier Ibn Battuta to City Center: $22
- Transfer from Tangier airport to Tangier: $24
- Tangier Private Transfers: $25
- Private Transfer: Tangier Ibn Battouta Airport to Tangier: $28
- Tangier Private Transfer from Airport , Port and Train Station: $28
- Transfers from - to Tangier airport: $30
- One way Tangier Airport Private Transfer (TNG): $30
- Airport Transfer to Tanger City : $30
- Private Transfer from Tangier Cruise Port to Tangier City Hotels: $31
Is it cheaper to fly into Tangier or Merzouga?
Prices for flights to both Merzouga and Tangier 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 dayTangier $39Merzouga $11
Typical Food Prices in Tangier
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tangier:
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Fruit & Yogurt$1.88
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tangier
For Tangier, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tanger Local Street food tours: $65
- Tangier Food Tour : A Delicious Walking Adventure: $67
- Taste of Morocco Guided Food Tour in Tangier: $71
- Cooking and eating with a local family: $77
- Tangier food tour : $77
- Tangier Private Cooking Class With a Local Family: $79
- Inclusive Beach Camel Ride, Cap Spartel, Hercules & Full Dinner: $79
- Tangier Cooking Class With a Local Family: $81
- Tangier Food Tour: $83
- Taste of Morocco Guided Food Tour in Tangier: $83
- Moroccan 3 in 1 Cooking Experience: $83
- The Food tour of Tangier: $84
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Merzouga
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Merzouga.
- Exclusive Merzouga Desert Safari: Camel Ride, Sandsurf & Dinner: $46
- From 1 Night in the luxury camp. Camel ride and dinner: $60
- Cooking class in Merzouga Make Berber Madfouna in Sand: $60
- Merzouga Luxury AC Camp: Camel Ride, Dinner & breakfast: $66
- Sunset With Dinner And Berber Music in Merzouga Desert With 4WD : $66
- Private Trip By Jeep In Merzouga Desert, Lunch with Berber Pizza: $90
- Magical Dinner and Camel Trek with 1 Night In Merzouga Luxury Desert Camp: $105
- 2 Nights Private Camp in Merzouga with Dinner and Camel Ride: $200
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tangier $22Merzouga -
Tours and Activities in Tangier
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tangier.
- Alchemist Quest Experience in Tarifa: $5.96
- Tangier City Tour Bus Hop On - Hop Off: $16
- Authentic Tangier on Foot: Unforgettable Walking Tour: $20
- Cap Spartel and Hercules Cave 3H Tour with Camel ride: $27
- 3 Hours Private Tour Of Tangier Visit traditional shops.: $33
- 3 Hours Small Group Guided Tour of Tangier: $35
- Tangier Coastal Hiking Adventure: $35
- Full Thousand and One Nights Experience Tour: $36
- Tangier on Foot: A Guided Walking Tour: $40
- Hercules Caves, Cap Spartel & Camel Ride Experience: $42
- Tangier Old Town Walking Tour: $42
- Enjoy a Free Self-Guided Tour Of Blue City Chefchaouen: $48
Tours and Activities in Merzouga
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Merzouga are as follows:
- 3 hour Jeep Tour in Merzouga Desert : $119
- Overnight Sahara Tours luxury camp : $72
- Private Desert Tour and Visit to Nomadic Families: $108
- 1 Hour Merzouga Buggy Desert Tour: $143
- 1 Hour Merzouga Desert Buggy Experience: $154
- 1 Night Camel Trekking Tour in Merzouga Desert Camp : $66
- 1 hour Quad in the Sahara: Merzouga Off Roading Experience: Nature & Wildlife: $82
- 2 days tour in Merzouga Erg Chabbi with 4WD Jeep and Camel Treck : $180
- 2 hours Merzouga Dunes ATV Rental - Desert Quad Biking Tour: $116
- 2-Days Merzouga tour from Errachidia: $200
- 2-Night Desert Camp Experience with Jeep Tour in Merzouga: $140
- 3 Days Tour From Marrakech To Sahara Desert Of Merzouga: $118
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTangier $12Merzouga -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tangier and Merzouga, we can see that Tangier is more expensive. And not only is Merzouga much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Merzouga would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Merzouga 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 Tangier would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tangier than you might in Merzouga.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tangier Expensive? and Is Merzouga 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.