Which place is cheaper, Torres del Paine National Park or David?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit David or Torres del Paine National Park?
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 David and Torres del Paine National Park can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: David or Torres del Paine National Park?
David
In the Pacific West of Panama, David is the capital city of Chiriqui province. The city's population of almost 150,000 is among the wealthiest in the country. There is a well established middle class and unemployment remains low in the area. The area has grown rapidly in recent years with growing commercial and banking sectors. The city is well connected to the rest of the country by the Pan American Highway.
Torres del Paine National Park
The Torres del Paine National Park is located in the extreme south of Patagonian Chile. Situated in the southern part of the Andes, the National Park is full of stunning mountains, lakes, rock formations, and glaciers, making it a hiker's paradise. The best time to visit is between November and April, which is their spring and summer. Be prepared though, as weather can change dramatically when traveling through the park, no matter the season!
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Panama, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Panama, The Best 2-Week Tours in Chile, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Chile.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDavid $32Torres del Paine National Park $79
The average daily cost (per person) in David is $32, while the average daily cost in Torres del Paine National Park is $79. 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 David and Torres del Paine National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDavid $12Torres del Paine National Park $31
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDavid $24Torres del Paine National Park $62
Compare Hotels in David and Torres del Paine National Park
Looking for a hotel in David or Torres del Paine National Park? 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: David Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.David $12Torres del Paine National Park $32
Is it cheaper to fly into David or Torres del Paine National Park?
Prices for flights to both Torres del Paine National Park and David 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 dayDavid $10Torres del Paine National Park $24
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.David $4.39Torres del Paine National Park $31
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDavid -Torres del Paine National Park $5.39
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between David and Torres del Paine National Park, we can see that Torres del Paine National Park is more expensive. And not only is David much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since David is in Central America and Torres del Paine National Park is in South 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 David would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in David 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 Torres del Paine National Park would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Torres del Paine National Park than you might in David.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is David Expensive? and Is Torres del Paine National Park Expensive?.
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.