Travel Budget for Pereira

Departamento de Risaralda, Colombia
South America / Colombia /

How much does it cost to travel to Pereira?

How much money will you need for your trip to Pereira? You should plan to spend around CO$65,365 ($17) per day on your vacation in Pereira, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors. Past travelers have spent, on average, CO$12,134 ($3.09) on meals for one day and CO$2,300 ($0.59) on local transportation. Also, the average hotel price in Pereira for a couple is CO$10,000 ($2.55). So, a trip to Pereira for two people for one week costs on average CO$915,112 ($233). All of these average travel prices have been collected from other travelers to help you plan your own travel budget.

  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    CO$65,365
  • One Week Per person
    CO$457,556
  • 2 Weeks Per person
    CO$915,112
  • One Month Per person
    CO$1,960,954
  • One Week For a couple
    CO$915,112
  • 2 Weeks For a couple
    CO$1,830,224
  • One Month For a couple
    CO$3,921,909
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A vacation to Pereira for one week usually costs around CO$457,556 for one person. So, a trip to Pereira for two people costs around CO$915,112 for one week. A trip for two weeks for two people costs CO$1,830,224 in Pereira. If you're traveling as a family of three or four people, the price person often goes down because kid's tickets are cheaper and hotel rooms can be shared. If you travel slower over a longer period of time then your daily budget will also go down. Two people traveling together for one month in Pereira can often have a lower daily budget per person than one person traveling alone for one week.



How expensive is Pereira?

How much does a trip to Pereira cost? Is Pereira expensive? The average Pereira trip cost is broken down by category here. All of these Pereira prices are calculated from the budgets of real travelers.

While meal prices in Pereira can vary, the average cost of food in Pereira is CO$12,134 per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Pereira should cost around CO$4,854 per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Pereira is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.

The cost of a taxi ride in Pereira is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent CO$2,300 per person, per day, on local transportation in Pereira.


  • Accommodation1 Hotel or hostel for one person
    CO$5,000
  • Accommodation1 Typical double-occupancy room
    CO$10,000
  • Food2 Meals for one day
    CO$12,134
  • Water2 Bottled water for one day
    CO$1,730
  • Local Transportation1 Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    CO$2,300
  • Entertainment1 Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    CO$180,203
  • Tips and Handouts1 For guides or service providers
    CO$2,000
  • Alcohol2 Drinks for one day
    CO$3,958
Flights to Pereira

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How much money do I need for Pereira?

Typical travel prices in Pereira are listed below. These actual costs can give you an idea of the price of travel in Pereira. Please keep in mind that the cost of travel in Pereira can vary depending on your specific style of travel.


  • Coffee
    CO$1,200
  • Short Taxi Ride
    CO$4,600
  • Hamburger
    CO$6,500
Typical tour prices for Pereira

How much do tours to Pereira cost? Multi-day tours can often be an effecient way to see the highlights of a country or region.

  • Contiki Tours for 18-35 year olds
    8 days
    $ 1565
    ($196/day)
  • G Adventures Adventure and cultural tours
    8 days
    $ 1450
    ($181/day)
  • Intrepid Small group tours for everyone
    12 days
    $ 1750
    ($146/day)
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Pereira Pereira, Colombia
Situated in a small valley in the western Andes, Pereira is the capital city of Risaralda, Colombia. The city is surrounded by coffee producing agriculture and sits in the middle of a triangle of cities including Bogota, Medillin and Cali, each of which is about a three to five hour drive away.

The city itself is very much student oriented, as there are many universities around town and at least one quarter of the population is made up of students. There is also a very European vibe to the city and you will find the area beautiful with many parks and museums.

Pereira's economy is based on government, agriculture, manufacturing, logistics, trade, commerce, and tourism. Agricultural products include sugarcane, cacao, rubber, cereals, coffee, and livestock. Apparel is the main manufacturing product, along with aluminium goods, motorcycles and telecommunications technology.

Pereira is found in a warm moorland area with an average temperature of around 72 degrees. The temperatures remain relatively consistent throughout the year with highs in the high 70s Fahrenheit to low 80s Fahrenheit. Low temperatures are usually in the low 60s Fahrenheit. Rain is heaviest during the months of April and May as well as October and November.
Sights
Sights in Pereira include Matecana City Zoo, the Cathedral of Our Lady of Poverty, Lucy Tejada, the Museum of Art, Jaime Mejia Archaeological Museum, Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fatima, Noah's Farm Eco-Park, Los Nevados National Natural Park, the Botanical Garden of Marseille, Plaza de Bolivar, and Victoria's City Square Mall.
Neighborhoods
Pereira is found in the Central Cordillera, or mountain range. It's located in a valley that is formed by the river Otun and the Cauca River. To the north of the city is La Virginia and Marseille Dosquebradas. To the northeast is Santa Rosa de Cabal and to the east is Tolima. South of the city is Quindio and Valle del Cauca. West of the city is Balboa and Valle del Cauca.

There is no shortage of budget hotels around town, but you'll also find some options if you're looking for something more luxurious or comfortable. Many of the hotels are downtown, making them convenient for many of the city's popular sights as well as any public transportation connections.

Activities
There are a handful of shopping malls around town if you're interested in doing some shopping. You'll also find some great theaters, discos, and concert halls. Pereira also has several sports teams. The main football team in town is the Deportivo Pereira. They play in the Categoria Primera B. The city also has the Hernan Ramirez Veillegas Stadium, a velodrome, a skating area, and an Olympic swimming pool and motocross track.

Every year the Fiesta de la Cosecha is celebrated to recognize the anniversary of the founding of the city. It is fun to be in town during this "Harvest Fest".
Food and Dining
Dining in Pereira is a very pleasant experience. Much of the cuisine comes from the Antioquia region to the northwest. During lunch you'll likely enjoy a plantain soup, followed by a rice and meat plate which includes either fried pork, beef, or chicken, and a cabbage salad on the side. The meal is usually served with a fresh juice made with mangoes or perhaps an unfamiliar local fruit variety. The meal may also include either coffee or dessert.

Transportation
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The best airport to fly into is Matecana International Airport. This is the largest airport in the region and it receives flights from several domestic locations and two international destinations, Panama City and New York City.

Buses that arrive in the city usually go to the main bus station, Terminal de Transporte de Pereira.

The easiest way to travel around the city is either by bus or megabus. Megabuses are a more comfortable and relaxed option, although slightly more expensive. It is also relatively easy to find a taxi around town.


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1 Categories averaged on a per-item basis.
2 Categories averaged on a per-day basis.
For example, the Food2 daily average is for all meals for an entire day, while Entertainment1 is for each individual purchase.

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Public Transportation

By backpackguru in Local Transportation
There's a very comprehensive system of buses throughout Pereira that connects most of the city. They cost about 1,600 COP for a ride. There are a range of vehicle types including large buses, small vans, and Wilys jeeps. Generally the system is safe but as usual, keep you're wits about you when you visit specific neighborhood in the city. It's always good to use caution when on public buses.

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