Travel Cost Index
Cheapest destinations in Sub-Saharan Africa
South Africa is the cheapest destination we model in Sub-Saharan Africa, at USD 83–170 per person per day on the ground, out of 5 ranked destinations in the region.
Ranked for 7 days, 2 travellers, mid-range style, flights included.
The ranking
| # | Destination | Daily, per person |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Africa | USD 83–170 |
| 2 | Kenya | USD 100–220 |
| 3 | ZanzibarTanzania | USD 150–250 |
| 4 | Tanzania Safari + ZanzibarTanzania | USD 265–455 |
| 5 | Tanzania SafariTanzania | USD 400–700 |
All figures are modelled estimates from our own cost engine, not live booking prices. They are produced for the same scenario on every page: 7 days, 2 travellers, mid-range style, flights included.
Common questions
- Cheapest destinations in Sub-Saharan Africa — what comes first?
- South Africa (South Africa) tops this ranking on the shared scenario used across the whole index.
- How is the ranking calculated?
- Every destination is priced with the same engine the trip cost calculator uses, for 7 days, two travellers, mid-range style, with flights included from the stated departure city.
- Are these real prices?
- No. They are modelled estimates based on typical travel costs, not live airfare or hotel availability. Use them to compare destinations, then check real prices before booking.