A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Delhi vs. Khao Sok National Park for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Delhi or Khao Sok National Park?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Delhi or Khao Sok National Park, 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: Delhi or Khao Sok National Park?

Delhi

Delhi is the largest city in northern India and is officially the country's capital. The city has a population of 11 million with the metropolitan population reaching over 16 million. The city is similar in landscape to the rest of its surrounding area. It is very flat with the river Yamuna flowing on the eastern side of the city. The Aravalii Hills are in the western portion of the city. The city's history dates back to the 6th century BC and it has served as a capital for various kingdoms and empires.

Khao Sok National Park

In the south of Thailand, visitors will find a gorgeous getaway of pure nature. The Khao Sok National Park is a jungle reserve that covers over 700 square kilometers, and described as one of the most beautiful wildlife reserves in the country.

Many say this jungle is over 160 million years old making it one of the world's oldest rainforests. The lush environment of limestone, waterfalls and thickets of vegetation will make any wanderer eager to discover more. Keep your eyes peeled for bears, boars, gaurs, tapirs, gibbons, deer, marbled cats, wild elephants and more. Look to the sky for over 300 species of bird and 38 different types of bats.

You'll find the best time to book is from December to April, better known as the dry season. From June to October there is significantly more rain and the threat of monsoons. Not only does it rain on your parade, but also it causes the leeches to emerge.

To enter the park is a 300 baht fee for foreigners, 150 for children, and 40 for Thai citizens. If someone tries to sell you a ticket for more than that, simply buy one at the park entrance. When planning your stay remember that your entrance fee is only valid for 24 hours. If you're staying multiple days, you'll need to pay up front. Often if you're with a tour, the entrance fee is included in the tour price, but you should inquire about this to make sure.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to India, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Thailand, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Thailand.


Which place is cheaper, Khao Sok National Park or Delhi?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Delhi is $45, while the average daily cost in Khao Sok National Park is $88. 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 Delhi and Khao Sok National Park in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Delhi $23
    Khao Sok National Park $22
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Delhi $46
    Khao Sok National Park $44
Compare Hotels in Delhi and Khao Sok National Park

Looking for a hotel in Delhi or Khao Sok 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.

Hotels in Delhi


Hotels in Khao Sok National Park


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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: Delhi Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Delhi $5.28
    Khao Sok National Park $64
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Delhi

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Delhi:


  • Tuk Tuk Ride
    $0.12
  • Taxi to Airport
    $1.91
  • Subway
    $0.38
  • Uber Cab
    $0.96
  • Delhi Metro Smart Card
    $1.79
  • Auto-rickshaw
    $1.20

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Delhi

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Delhi:

  • Taj Mahal Sunrise All Inclusive Tour with Transfers : $7.00
  • Private Guided Delhi Shopping Tour with Transfers: $8.45
  • Private transfers to/from Indira Gandhi International Airport: $10
  • From Jaipur Private Full Day Trip with Private Transfers: $10
  • New Delhi Airport to Hotel Transfer Private Shuttle Sedan & SUV: $11
  • Private Transfer Delhi Hotel to Airport: $14
  • Qutub Minar Skip-the-Line E-tickets & guide Delhi transfers: $15
  • Delhi - Private arrival transfer from Airport to Hotel: $15
  • Delhi hotel to Delhi Airport transfer: $15
  • Delhi/Jaipur/Agra: Private One-Way Transfer: $15
  • Delhi Private Airport Transfer: $16
  • Humayun's Tomb Skip-the-Line E-tickets & guide Delhi transfers: $18

Is it cheaper to fly into Delhi or Khao Sok National Park?

Prices for flights to both Khao Sok National Park and Delhi 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Delhi $12
    Khao Sok National Park $26
Typical Food Prices in Delhi

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Delhi:


  • McDonalds
    $3.50

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Delhi

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Delhi.

  • Appetizing virtual cooking class from Delhi: $20
  • Old Delhi Food Tour with local, A must for Indian culinary lover!: $21
  • Lunch or dinner with local family: $21
  • Food Tour Old Delhi: $31
  • Old Delhi Heritage Sightseeing | Walking Tour | Street Food Tour: $34
  • Old Delhi Food Tour: A Night Time Feast: $36
  • Veg and Non veg : Private Cooking Class in Delhi: $43
  • Old Delhi Street Food Tour: $44
  • Transit Tour-Guided Best Old Delhi's Attractions & Food Tour: $45
  • Vegetarian : Private Cooking Class in Delhi: $46
  • Culinary Delights Of Delhi Half Day Food Tour: $48
  • Delhi Kabul Cooking Class: $50

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Delhi $13
    Khao Sok National Park $28
Typical Entertainment Prices in Delhi

Here are a few typical costs in Delhi for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Red Fort
    $10

Tours and Activities in Delhi

Here are a few actual costs in Delhi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Same Day Agra Tour by Gatiman Express Train With Multiple Options: $2.79
  • From Taj Mahal & Agra Fort Tour by Car - All Inclusive: $3.75
  • Private Guided Tour to Taj Mahal and Agra Fort with All inclusive: $3.75
  • Taj Mahal & Agra Private Day Tour from Delhi with 5* Lunch: $4.00
  • Skip-The-Line Sunrise Taj Mahal Private Tour with Multi-Options: $4.25
  • Private Full-Day Taj Mahal and Agra Fort Tour from New Delhi: $4.30
  • Driving tours through beautiful India: $4.59
  • Private Taj Mahal Tour from Delhi by Car: $4.70
  • Private Same Day Skip The Line Taj Mahal Tour From Delhi: $4.92
  • All Inclusive Taj Mahal Day Tour from Delhi by Car: $5.00
  • Private One Day Taj Mahal Tour by Car: $5.00
  • Private Day Tour of Taj Mahal by India's Fastest Train or Car - All Inclusive: $5.00

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Delhi $8.67
    Khao Sok National Park $5.65


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Delhi and Khao Sok National Park, we can see that Khao Sok National Park is more expensive. And not only is Delhi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Delhi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Delhi 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 Khao Sok National Park would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Khao Sok National Park than you might in Delhi.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Delhi Expensive? and Is Khao Sok National Park Expensive?.



When is the best time to visit Delhi or Khao Sok National Park?

Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.

Should I visit Delhi or Khao Sok National Park in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Delhi and Khao Sok National Park. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Delhi year-round. Khao Sok National Park attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

Khao Sok National Park receives a lot of rain in the summer. Delhi gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Delhi usually receives less rain than Khao Sok National Park. Delhi gets 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Khao Sok National Park receives 284 mm (11.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Khao Sok National Park this time of the year. Delhi usually receives less sunshine than Khao Sok National Park during summer. Delhi gets 166 hours of sunny skies, while Khao Sok National Park receives 206 hours of full sun in the summer.

The heat can be very extreme in Delhi. In the summer, Delhi is a little warmer than Khao Sok National Park. Typically, the summer temperatures in Delhi in July average around 31°C (88°F), and Khao Sok National Park averages at about 28°C (82°F).


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Delhi 31°C (88°F) 
    Khao Sok National Park 28°C (82°F)

Should I visit Delhi or Khao Sok National Park in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Delhi as well as Khao Sok National Park. Delhi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Khao Sok National Park throughout the year.

It's quite rainy in Khao Sok National Park. Delhi usually gets less rain in October than Khao Sok National Park. Delhi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Khao Sok National Park receives 351 mm (13.8 in) of rain this time of the year.

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Delhi this time of the year. In the autumn, Delhi often gets more sunshine than Khao Sok National Park. Delhi gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Khao Sok National Park receives 181 hours of full sun.

In October, Delhi is generally around the same temperature as Khao Sok National Park. Daily temperatures in Delhi average around 26°C (79°F), and Khao Sok National Park fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Delhi 26°C (79°F) 
    Khao Sok National Park 27°C (81°F)

Should I visit Delhi or Khao Sok National Park in the Winter?

Both Khao Sok National Park and Delhi are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Delhi throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Khao Sok National Park because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

In January, Delhi usually receives less rain than Khao Sok National Park. Delhi gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Khao Sok National Park receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.

It's quite sunny in Khao Sok National Park. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Delhi. Delhi usually receives less sunshine than Khao Sok National Park during winter. Delhi gets 215 hours of sunny skies, while Khao Sok National Park receives 287 hours of full sun in the winter.

Delhi is much colder than Khao Sok National Park in the winter. The daily temperature in Delhi averages around 15°C (59°F) in January, and Khao Sok National Park fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Delhi 15°C (59°F) 
    Khao Sok National Park 27°C (80°F)

Should I visit Delhi or Khao Sok National Park in the Spring?

Both Khao Sok National Park and Delhi during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Delhi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Khao Sok National Park year-round.

Khao Sok National Park gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Delhi usually gets less rain in April than Khao Sok National Park. Delhi gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Khao Sok National Park receives 157 mm (6.2 in) of rain this time of the year.

In Khao Sok National Park, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Delhi. In the spring, Delhi often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Khao Sok National Park. Delhi gets 261 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Khao Sok National Park receives 249 hours of full sun.

In the spring, Delhi is around the same temperature as Khao Sok National Park. Typically, the spring temperatures in Delhi in April average around 29°C (84°F), and Khao Sok National Park averages at about 29°C (83°F).


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Delhi 29°C (84°F) 
    Khao Sok National Park 29°C (83°F)

Typical Weather for Khao Sok National Park and Delhi

Delhi Khao Sok National Park
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 15°C (59°F) 20 mm (0.8 in) 27°C (80°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Feb 17°C (63°F) 30 mm (1.2 in) 28°C (82°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Mar 22°C (72°F) 20 mm (0.8 in) 28°C (83°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Apr 29°C (84°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 29°C (83°F) 157 mm (6.2 in)
May 33°C (91°F) 30 mm (1.2 in) 28°C (82°F) 345 mm (13.6 in)
Jun 34°C (93°F) 80 mm (3.1 in) 28°C (82°F) 286 mm (11.3 in)
Jul 31°C (88°F) 170 mm (6.7 in) 28°C (82°F) 284 mm (11.2 in)
Aug 30°C (86°F) 200 mm (7.9 in) 28°C (82°F) 272 mm (10.7 in)
Sep 30°C (86°F) 110 mm (4.3 in) 27°C (81°F) 417 mm (16.4 in)
Oct 26°C (79°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 27°C (81°F) 351 mm (13.8 in)
Nov 21°C (70°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 27°C (80°F) 188 mm (7.4 in)
Dec 16°C (61°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 27°C (80°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)