Which place is cheaper, Boracay or Darwin?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Darwin or Boracay?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Darwin or Boracay, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Darwin or Boracay?
Darwin
Darwin is a tropical city set against the Timor Sea in north central Australia. It is also the capital city of the Northern Territory. Despite being a relatively small city, Darwin is very diverse with residents from all over the world. The city itself has a very relaxed vibe with plenty to do. Visitors can enjoy everything from traditionally Asian style markets to culturally diverse events such as concerts, festivals or art shows.
Boracay
A small island in the Philippines known for its resorts and beaches, Boracay is a little escape. Each beach has its own unique character, each with new treasures waiting to be discovered.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to Australia, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Sydney, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Philippines, and The Best Adventure Tours to Philippines.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDarwin $117Boracay $56
The average daily cost (per person) in Darwin is $117, while the average daily cost in Boracay is $56. 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 Darwin and Boracay in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDarwin $65Boracay $23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDarwin $130Boracay $46
Compare Hotels in Darwin and Boracay
Looking for a hotel in Darwin or Boracay? 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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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Darwin Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Darwin $12Boracay $28
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Darwin
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Darwin:
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Shuttle to Train Station$10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Darwin
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Darwin:
- Crocodile Jumping Boat Cruise with Transfer from Darwin: $98
- Darwin Int Airport (DRW) to Darwin - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $146
- Darwin to Darwin Int Airport (DRW) - Departure Private Transfer: $73
- From Darwin Airport: One-Way Private Transfer to Darwin city: $120
- Private Transfer from Darwin City Hotels to Darwin Cruise Port: $61
- Private Transfer from Darwin Cruise Port to Darwin Airport (DRW): $61
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Boracay
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Boracay:
- Shared Transfer from/to MPH for Domestic Passports: $21
- Caticlan Airport Roundtrip Transfer: $27
- Airport Transfer to Boracay or vice versa: $30
- Departure: Ferry boat Transfer Boracay to Caticlan Airport: $31
- Boracay Adventures Transfer Services Via Caticlan: $35
- Caticlan: Ferry Boat Airport Transfer To Boracay: $35
- Private Transfer from Caticlan Airport to Boracay: $45
- Caticlan: Speedboat Airport Transfer to Boracay: $51
- Caticlan: Shared Airport Transfer From/To Boracay: $56
- Boracay Transfer round trip with Island Hopping: $71
- Speedboat Caticlan to Boracay Transfer (Oneway): $84
- PRIVATE AIRPORT TRANSFER TO BORACAY: $108
Is it cheaper to fly into Darwin or Boracay?
Prices for flights to both Boracay and Darwin 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 dayDarwin $39Boracay $14
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Darwin
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Darwin.
- Sunset Harbour Cruise with Fish and Chips Dinner: $75
- Darwin Harbor Sunset Cruise with Buffet Dinner: $95
- Charles Darwin Dinner Cruise: $103
- Cape Adieu Darwin Sunset Dinner Cruise: $104
- Signature four course Sunset Dinner Cruise: $105
- Signature four course Sunset Dinner Cruise: $107
- Sunset 3-Hour Cruise from Darwin with Dinner and Sparkling Wine: $118
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Darwin $16Boracay $15
Tours and Activities in Darwin
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Darwin are as follows:
- Darwin Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
- Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket: $28
- Big Bus Open-Top Hop-on Hop-off Tour: $32
- Darwin Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour: $33
- Darwin Harbour Sightseeing Cruise: $34
- 1 Hour Jumping Crocodile Cruise on the Adelaide River: $35
- Jumping Crocodile Experience: $38
- Darwin History and Wartime Experience Tour: $42
- 1-Hour Bombing of Darwin Cruise: $45
- Discover Darwin Harbour: Darwin Harbour Afternoon Cruise: $45
- Pathfinder Original Jumping Crocodile Cruise: $45
- Darwin Harbour Bombing of Darwin Cruise: $45
Tours and Activities in Boracay
Here are a few actual costs in Boracay for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Crystal Kayak Photo-op Experience: $6.50
- Boracay - Crystal Kayak phot-op Experience: $9.28
- Flying Donut Water Tubing Experience: $15
- Boracay Sunset Cruise: $16
- Boracay UFO Adventure: $17
- Sunset Cruise with Water Activities: $17
- Island and Beach-Hopping Boat Tour with Snorkeling: $20
- Boracay E-trike Land Tour: $20
- Boracay Island Rhythm Sunset Cruise: $21
- Stand-up Paddleboard Experience: $22
- Helmet Diving Experience with Photos and Videos: $23
- All-Terrain Vehicle or Buggy Car Experience: $23
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDarwin $13Boracay $16
Typical Alcohol Prices in Darwin
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Darwin from other travelers:
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Evening at a Bar$16
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Glass of Wine$4.79
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Darwin and Boracay, we can see that Darwin is more expensive. And not only is Boracay much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Darwin is in Pacific and Boracay is in Asia, 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 Boracay would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Boracay 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 Darwin would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Darwin than you might in Boracay.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Darwin Expensive? and Is Boracay Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Darwin or Boracay?
Darwin has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Boracay. When comparing the sizes of Darwin and Boracay, 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.