Which place is cheaper, Zurich or Tsavo National Park?
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 Tsavo National Park or Zurich?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Tsavo National Park and Zurich 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: Tsavo National Park or Zurich?
Tsavo National Park
Tsavo National Park is one of the largest and oldest parks in Kenya, located in the central part of the country in what was once known as the Taru Desert. Human activity in the park dates back to the Late Stone Age making the park a major archaeological and historical site. Tsavo is known for having beautiful natural landscapes and excellent game viewing.
Zurich
Zurich has the biggest connection for trains in Switzerland. It also has the country's biggest and busiest airport. Because of its importance as a transportation center, it is likely to be the first place you visit in Switzerland. It is the financial capital of the country (although, contrary to what you may have thought, not the political capital). It has many international companies, and is home to the country's stock exchange.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to Kenya, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Kenya, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Switzerland, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Switzerland.
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Tsavo National Park Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTsavo National Park $139Zurich $364
The average daily cost (per person) in Tsavo National Park is $139, while the average daily cost in Zurich is $364. 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 Tsavo National Park and Zurich in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTsavo National Park $32Zurich $197
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTsavo National Park $64Zurich $394
Compare Hotels in Tsavo National Park and Zurich
Looking for a hotel in Tsavo National Park or Zurich? 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: Zurich Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tsavo National Park $59Zurich $41
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Zurich
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Zurich:
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City Pass (2)$33
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zurich
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zurich:
- Airport Transfer: Zurich Airport ZRH to Zurich by Business Car: $99
- Airport Transfer: Zurich Airport ZRH to Zurich by Luxury Van: $106
- Airport Transfer: Zurich to Zurich Airport ZRH by Business Car: $99
- Arrival Private Transfer from Zurich Airport ZRH to Zurich City by Luxury Van: $117
- Departure Private Transfer from Zurich to Zurich Airport ZRH by Luxury Van: $117
- From Zurich Airport: Private Transfer to Lucerne: $361
- From Canyoning in Interlaken w/ Return Transfer: $308
- Privat Transfer Lucerne to Zurich Airport: $450
- Private Arrival Transfer: from Zurich Airport to Winterthur: $283
- Private Arrival Transfer: from Zurich Airport to Zurich City: $136
- Private Luxury Transfers ZRH Airport to Zurich City in V Class: $167
- Private One-way Airport Transfer from Zurich Airport to Zurich: $71
Is it cheaper to fly into Tsavo National Park or Zurich?
Prices for flights to both Zurich and Tsavo 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
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Food Meals for one dayTsavo National Park $65Zurich $124
Typical Food Prices in Zurich
Some typical examples of dining costs in Zurich are as follows:
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Breakfast for 2$16
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Zurich
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Zurich.
- Food Tour of 8+ Tastings with Cheeses & Chocolates: $154
- Zurich Food Tour of 10 Local Delicacies with Cheeses & Chocolates: $156
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tsavo National Park $46Zurich $41
Tours and Activities in Zurich
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Zurich are as follows:
- Zurich in the Mirror of the Past: Self-Guided Reading Tour: $6.29
- Schaffhausen Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.98
- Winterthur Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.98
- Zurich Highlights Self guided scavenger hunt and city tour: $12
- The Dark Side of A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
- Zurich in the Mirror of the Past: Self-Guided Audio Tour: $13
- Swiss Finance Museum Admission Ticket: $13
- The Dark Side of Self-Guided Audio City Tour: $13
- Zurich Old Town Walking Tour: 2-Hours: $16
- Swiss National Museum Entry Ticket: $16
- Walking Tour with the Night Watchman: $19
- City Walking Tour Made in Zurich: $19
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTsavo National Park $23Zurich $34
Sample the Local Flavors in Zurich
Also in Zurich, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl Nightlife Tour with Shots and Snacks: $38
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tsavo National Park and Zurich, we can see that Zurich is more expensive. And not only is Tsavo National Park much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tsavo National Park is in Africa and Zurich 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 Tsavo National Park would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tsavo 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 Zurich would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Zurich than you might in Tsavo National Park.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tsavo National Park Expensive? and Is Zurich 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.