How much does it cost to travel to Kamloops?
You should plan to spend around $81 (CA$112) per day on your vacation in Kamloops. This is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors.
Past travelers have spent, on average for one day:
- $24 (CA$33) on meals
- $20 (CA$27) on local transportation
- $88 (CA$121) on hotels
A one week trip to Kamloops for two people costs, on average, $1,141 (CA$1,572). This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.
All of these average travel prices have been collected from other travelers to help you plan your own travel budget.
Independent Travel
Traveling Independently to Kamloops has many benefits including affordabilty, freedom, flexibility, and the opportunity to control your own experiences.
All of the travel costs below are based on the experiences of other independent travelers.
Is Kamloops expensive to visit?
Kamloops is a reasonably affordable place to visit. Located in Canada, which is a moderately priced country, visitors will appreciate the relatively low cost of this destination. It is in the top 25% of cities in the country for its affordability. If you're traveling on a budget, then this is a good destination with affordable accommodation, food, and transportation.
Within North America, which is known to be an expensive region, Kamloops is a very affordable destination compared to other places. It is in the top 10% of cities in North America for its affordability. Very few cities in the region are as affordable as Kamloops.
For more details, and to find out if it's within your travel budget, see Is Kamloops Expensive?
How much money do I need for a trip to Kamloops?
The average Kamloops trip cost is broken down by category here for independent travelers. All of these Kamloops travel prices are calculated from the budgets of real travelers.
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Category
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Cost
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Accommodation 1
(Double Occupancy)
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CA$121
($88)
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Local Transportation 1
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CA$27
($20)
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Food 2
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CA$33
($24)
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Entertainment 1
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CA$18
($13)
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Alcohol 2
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CA$5 -
14
($3 - 10)
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Accommodation Budget in Kamloops
Calculated from travelers like you
The average price paid for one person for accommodation in Kamloops is $44 (CA$61). For two people sharing a typical double-occupancy hotel room, the average price paid for a hotel room in Kamloops is $88 (CA$121). This cost is from the reported spending of actual travelers.
Looking for a hotel in Kamloops? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options.
Transportation Budget in Kamloops
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The cost of a taxi ride in Kamloops is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent $20 (CA$27) per person, per day, on local transportation in Kamloops.
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Transportation1
Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
$20
CA$27
How much does it cost to go to Kamloops? Naturally, it depends on the dates. We recommend Kayak because they can find the best deals across all airlines.
The price of renting a car in Kamloops will depends on dates, the type of car, the location, and your age. We recommend Kayak because they can find the best deals across all car rental companies.
Food Budget in Kamloops
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While meal prices in Kamloops can vary, the average cost of food in Kamloops is $24 (CA$33) per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Kamloops should cost around $9.49 (CA$13) per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Kamloops is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.
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Food2
Meals for one day
$24
CA$33
Typical prices for Food in Kamloops are listed below. These actual costs are from real travelers and can give you an idea of the prices in Kamloops, but your costs will vary based on your travel style and the place where the purchase was made.
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Pastries
CA$8.00
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Lunch for Two
CA$35
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Coffee and Gelato
CA$16
Entertainment Budget in Kamloops
Calculated from travelers like you
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Entertainment and activities in Kamloops typically cost an average of $13 (CA$18) per person, per day based on the spending of previous travelers. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.
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Entertainment1
Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
$13
CA$18
Alcohol Budget in Kamloops
Calculated from travelers like you
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The average person spends about $6.77 (CA$9.33) on alcoholic beverages in Kamloops per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
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Alcohol2
Drinks for one day
$6.77
CA$9.33
Kamloops On a Budget
In British Columbia, Canada, Kamloops is perhaps most famous for the large number of tournaments it hosts, everything from the Strauss Canada Cup of Curling, to the World Fly Fishing Championships. It also hosts Skate Canada, Tim Horton's Olympic Qualifying Bike Race, and the World Junior Hockey Championships among others. The city is in the south central part of the province and it sits near the confluence of the two branches of the Thompson River near Kamloops Lake. The city has a population of about 85,000 and it's the largest community in the Thompson-Nicola Regional District.
Kamloops has a semi-arid climate. Average temperatures in January are around 27 degrees Fahrenheit and mean temperatures climb to 40 degrees Fahrenheit in February. Summers are relatively warm and sunny.
Sights
Popular sights around town include MacArthur Island Park, the Riverside Park, the high end shopping center, Aberdeen Mall, Thompson Rivers University, and the BC Wildlife Park. The university has tours of the campus every day during the summer months. On Wednesday nights you can tour the largest botanical collection in the interior B.C. with a program organized by "Friends of the Gardens".
Aberdeen Mall is relatively large and has two stories. It's an upscale mall with mostly clothing stores.
Neighborhoods
Kamloops city center is found in the Thompson Valley near the confluence of the north and south branches of the Thompson River. The suburbs sprawl out along both branches of the river for more than a dozen kilometers. Suburbs also climb into the hillsides in the southern parts of town as well as the lower north east sides.
Kamloops Indian Band divides the city at the northeast of the downtown. The area is not considered part of the city, so you must leave the city limits and then re-enter it to reach more outlying communities like Rayleigh and Heffley Creek. There are also many smaller communities in the surrounding areas.
There are a handful of hotels around town and a good number of chain hotels such as Knights Inn. There are also many conference style hotels that are designed to handle groups and organizations that are traveling together. These hotels have sprung up in response to the large number of events and tournaments that the town hosts. Two of the more popular options are the Northbridge Hotel and Suites as well as the Thompson Rivers University Residence and Conference Centre.
Activities
There are plenty of things you can do around town such as swimming at the Riverside Park (when weather allows), golfing, rock climbing, fishing, taking a brewery tour, horseback riding, or even visiting a ranch like the Siwash Lake Ranch, which is a high end tourist ranch with any number of fun activities.
If you're looking to do a day trip outside of Kamloops, there are some very appealing options. The city of Vancouver is nearby, as is the Sun Peaks Ski Resort, which is only fifty kilometers away. If you want to visit some dude ranches, your best option is to head to the Cariboo-Chilcotin region.
Food and Dining
You'll find a decent number of restaurants around town. They offer the typical fare, with pizza, pasta, and burgers being popular options. You'll also find the occasional sushi or Chinese restaurant as well as some locally owned home cooked specialty restaurants. Food prices are comparable to what you will find elsewhere in the area. Cheaper food options are available near the university.
There are a couple of bars and pubs around town. Some of the more popular ones include the Duchess on Tranquille nightclub and Cactus Jacks in the downtown area.
Transportation
Kamloops Airport is served by Air Canada Jazz, Central Mountain Air, and WestJet. Flights arrive from Calgary, Vancouver, Prince George and Edmonton. Kamloops can also be accessed by Canada's two main highways. The TransCanada highway connects the Fraser Valley with Vancouver in the west and travels east through British Columbia. Both the YellowHead #5 highway and the Coquihalla #5 provide access to the city as well.
Once you arrive in town there are taxis and rental cars available. There is also limited public transit. Most visitors have access to a vehicle because most arrive by private car.
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