There are 4 awesome affordable countries in North Africa, a very distinct region of this fascinating continent. This region has much more in common with Western Asia (especially the Middle East) than with sub-Saharan Africa, and it’s a perfect place for something very different on both the cultural and natural aspects!
We shared the updated list of 40 best countries to travel to for less in 2025.
Now we continue this important feature with a little more detail, by region. To give you an idea of what each destination has to offer and to give you an idea of accommodation prices (often the biggest expense once there).
Here are the 4 best cheap countries in North Africa.
Details of the best cheap countries in North Africa
For each of the 3 countries, this article includes:
- 2 short paragraphs providing an overview of the destination
- To give you a general idea of the country
- 2 examples of well-rated accommodation prices
- To give you a general idea of prices
- For both duo travelers and solo travelers
To be very clear, there are cheaper accommodations than the examples in this article if you want to save money with options that have lower ratings. All those in the examples have a rating of at least 7.5 out of 10 (the minimum threshold of what is usually considered “good”).
There are also luxury options and private accommodation rentals (Airbnb/Vrbo), obviously, and we’ll give concrete examples of those in a guide on each cheap country. The price of well-rated, more basic options gives you an idea of prices for more luxurious options, even if the correlation is not always 100% perfect.
Infographic of the best cheap countries in North Africa
Here’s the infographic of the 4 best cheap countries among the 7 countries/territories in North Africa.
It’s one of the regions that really offers a big culture shock that’s closest to Canada!!! You can read about the 5 different regions of Africa if you want to learn the definitions.
Let’s look at each country ordered by the price of our hotel example for now (we’ll rank them by total cost in the next part of the feature).
1. Morocco 🇲🇦
Teaser of trips to Morocco
This jewel of the Maghreb in North Africa attracts travelers for its unique cultural diversity and fascinating history, ranging from bustling medinas to imperial cities. It just became Africa’s most-visited country for the first time, dethroning the next country on this list. Not the most affordable of affordable countries, but I still loved my 3 trips there.
Marrakech, also known as the “Red City,” awaits you with its exquisite Arab and Berber cuisine and spice markets. Chefchaouen, the “Blue City” of Morocco, is highly appreciated by photographers and absolutely stunning. Other must-visit places include the unique city of Tangier (once a city that didn’t belong to any country), the beautiful city of Fes (with one of the prettiest historic centers), Rabat (the capital), and Casablanca (the country’s largest city).
You can check out the 12 best destinations in Morocco.
Teaser of accommodations in Morocco
There are hotels in Marrakech for $23 (MAD 210) per night, so $11 per person per night with a companion.
There are hostels in Marrakech for $9 (MAD 85) per night per person.
2. Egypt 🇪🇬
Teaser of trips to Egypt
Famous for its legendary pharaohs, the pyramids of Giza, the emblematic Nile River, its vast deserts, its diving in the Red Sea, and ancient temples, Egypt is a traveler’s dream! Kevin spent over 3 weeks in the country and loved it (he also shared his diving trip for $83/day).
Cairo is a different and surprising capital, close to all the main places of interest. What’s more, this year the world’s largest museum of Egyptian civilization will finally open its doors to visitors after 2 decades of construction. Don’t forget to visit the city of Alexandria, once home to the famous library and lighthouse, one of the 7 wonders of the ancient world.
You can check out the 6 best destinations in Egypt.
Teaser of accommodations in Egypt
There are hotels in Giza for $38 (EGP 1869) per night, so $19 per person per night with a companion.
There are hostels in Giza for $9 (EGP 461) per night per person.
3. Algeria 🇩🇿
Teaser of trips to Algeria
Algeria is the largest country in Africa, the Arab world, and the Mediterranean basin. It ranks 10th in the world in terms of area. It’s the most developed country on the continent of Africa (according to the Human Development Index, HDI), so it’s on the higher end of these affordable countries, obviously.
This land, with its impressive historical heritage, is filled with natural treasures such as the Tassili n’Ajjer National Park, as well as dynamic cities like Algiers and Oran. Archaeological sites such as Timgad, the M’Zab Valley, and the Casbah of Algiers are among the most popular destinations for travelers.
You’ll be able to check out our list of best destinations soon.
Teaser of accommodations in Algeria
There are hotels in Algiers for $50 per night, so $25 per person per night with a companion.
Unfortunately, there don’t seem to be any hostels in Algeria, so it’s one of those less popular countries where traveling solo is not as affordable, unfortunately.
4. Tunisia 🇹🇳
Teaser of trips to Tunisia
Tunisia reveals its unique charms through the vast desert expanses of the Sahara, its Berber culture in the Atlas Mountains, its picturesque oases, and sunny Mediterranean beaches, not to mention its affordable prices for travelers! It’s the exact same sea where everything is pricier on the north coast!
The vibrant atmosphere of Tunis’ medina is sure to please you, as are the ancient ruins of Carthage. Other Roman remains can be found in El Jem and Dougga.
You’ll be able to check out our list of best destinations soon.
Teaser of accommodations in Tunisia
There are hotels in Carthage for $56 (TND 166) per night, so $28 per person per night with a companion.
There are hostels in Carthage for $12 (TND 35) per night per person (and that’s in a private room).
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Summary
The 4 best cheap countries in North Africa allow you to travel for much less, while offering you extraordinary experiences. It’s certainly another of the regions with the most culture shock among all those represented in the list of 40 best cheap countries, for as little as $29 (CAD 40) if you want.
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