Which place is cheaper, Pedasi or Cajamarca?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Cajamarca or Pedasi?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Cajamarca and Pedasi can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Cajamarca or Pedasi?
Cajamarca
Located in the northern highlands of Peru, Cajamarca is a town of about 100,000 people. The city's mild weather and fertile soil is ideal for agriculture, which is a major industry in the area. The city is also well known for its cheeses and dairy products. Cajamarca is the site of the Battle of Cajamarca which led to the execution of the Inca emperor Atahualpa and the end of the infamous Inca empire. Today, the area is appealing to visitors in part because of its lovely churches, nice hot springs, and interesting Inca Baths.
Pedasi
Pedasi is in the Los Santos province of the Pacific West region of Panama. It's on the edge of the Azuero Peninsula and has a population of just over 2000 people. The town is predominantly a fishing village and is set on a beautiful, rocky coastline, making it a dramatic place to visit. The town is small, but you'll find a few restaurants around town that are worth eating at. The area is well known for having some great carnivals and most travelers visit with the plan to enjoy some sport fishing, diving, snorkeling, or surfing. There are also some great national parks and preserves nearby.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Peru, The Best Cultural Tours in Peru, The Best 2-Week Tours from Panama City, and The Best Adventure Tours to Panama.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCajamarca $69Pedasi $38
The average daily cost (per person) in Cajamarca is $69, while the average daily cost in Pedasi is $38. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Cajamarca and Pedasi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCajamarca $24Pedasi $13
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCajamarca $48Pedasi $26
Compare Hotels in Cajamarca and Pedasi
Looking for a hotel in Cajamarca or Pedasi? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cajamarca $17Pedasi $5.45
Is it cheaper to fly into Cajamarca or Pedasi?
Prices for flights to both Pedasi and Cajamarca change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayCajamarca $28Pedasi $18
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cajamarca $26Pedasi -
Tours and Activities in Cajamarca
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Cajamarca are as follows:
- 3-Day Guided Cultural Tour of Cajamarca with Transportation: $202
- City Tour: $67
- From City Tour Cajamarca: $21
- Sulluscocha Extreme Adventure |Atv, Canopy, Climbing|: $65
- Sulluscocha Extreme Adventure |Atv, Canopy, Climbing|: $65
- Sulluscocha Extreme Adventure: ATV, canopy, climbing: $65
- || Tour of the Cajamarca Valley - San Nicolás lagoon ||: $40
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCajamarca $16Pedasi $2.87
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cajamarca and Pedasi, we can see that Cajamarca is more expensive. And not only is Pedasi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Cajamarca is in South America and Pedasi is in Central America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Pedasi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pedasi and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Cajamarca would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cajamarca than you might in Pedasi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Cajamarca Expensive? and Is Pedasi Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cajamarca or Pedasi?
Cajamarca has a larger population, and is about 90 times larger than the population of Pedasi. When comparing the sizes of Cajamarca and Pedasi, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.