Is Pucon Expensive?

Is Pucon expensive to visit?

Pucon is a moderately priced destination with an average daily cost of $98. Compared to the rest of South America, it is a somewhat more expensive place to visit. It's ranked in the top 25% of cities in South America for its overall travel costs, comparable to places like Iquique and Punta del Este.

Pucon, Chile

How expensive is Pucon?

The average cost of traveling to Pucon can vary widely based on many factors, but our calculations based on previous travlers show that the average daily cost is $98 (U.S. Dollars). Your travel style, accommodation preferences, dining choices, and trip duration can alter your individual budget, as you can find a wide array of accommodation, food, and entertainment options available for your visit. Sticking to mid-range hotels, affordable restaurants, and public transit when available can keep your costs close to this calculated average. See more travel costs for Pucon here.

How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Pucon?

Based on our calculations from previous travelers, a weekend trip to Pucon will cost around $293 per person. This amount includes sightseeing activities, hotels, restaurants, local transportation, and other travel expenses. For two people, a weekend trip would cost $586.

How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Pucon?

On average, a one week trip to Pucon costs about $684 per person. This is based on the previous expenses of actual travelers, and includes accommodation, food, activities, local transportation, and more. For two people, a one week trip costs $1,367.

Is it expensive to backpack in Pucon?

Pucon is a fairly common backpacker destination with more than 6 hostels in the area. Dorm beds in hostels average about $12 per night. (See hostel prices in Pucon here.) Keep in mind that you'll find a wide range in prices here, too. The most expensive beds are priced around $18 and the cheapest around $7 per night.

Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in Pucon.

• $9 for a dorm bed at Chili Kiwi Lakefront
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• $12 for a dorm bed at Willhouse
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• $12 for a dorm bed at Selina Plaza Pucon
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How expensive are sightseeing activities in Pucon?

Activities and things to do in Pucon can vary in price depending on the type of activity, length, and location. Below are a number of popular activities to give you an idea of what to expect when visiting. Generally, previous travelers have spent $36 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is more than the country's average of $26.

• Local Chile-Bavarian Culinary Pretzel Baking Experience n Sausage: $149
• 3-Hour Rafting Experience in Pucon: $60
• Private 3-Hour Canyoning Experience on the Correntoso River: $68
• Sightseeing Tour in Pucon and Villarica: $93
• Half Day Tour to The Eyes Of Caburgua from Pucon: $93
• Private Half Day Andean Lakes Experience with pickup: $110
• Full Day Private Tour Ascending Sollipulli Volcano: $140
• Full Day Excursion Tour to Quetrupillán Volcano: $177

Is food expensive in Pucon?

Food in Pucon can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $37 on food per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $23. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.

Is transportation expensive in Pucon?

Local transportation in Pucon can vary in price depending on the type of transit used. Generally, other travelers have spent $19 on local transportation per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $15. To save money, take public transit whenever possible, as it will almost always be cheaper than a taxi or private driver.

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We've been gathering travel costs from tens of thousands of actual travelers since 2010, and we use the data to calculate average daily travel costs for destinations around the world. We also systematically analyze the prices of hotels, hostels, and tours from travel providers such as Kayak, HostelWorld, TourRadar, Viator, and others. This combination of expenses from actual travelers, combined with pricing data from major travel companies, gives us a uniqe insight into the overall cost of travel for thousands of cities in countries around the world. You can see more here: How it Works.