Which place is cheaper, La Paz or Foz do Iguacu?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Foz do Iguacu or La Paz?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Foz do Iguacu and La Paz can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Foz do Iguacu or La Paz?
Foz do Iguacu
Foz do Iguacu is a larger city in Brazil that is most famous for the Iguacu Falls. The city serves as an entry point for Paraguay and Argentina as well. The obvious reason to visit the city is to see the beautiful falls, and together with Ciudad del Este, Paraguay and Puerto Iguazu, Argentina, it makes up one of the largest tourism sights in South America.
La Paz
La Paz, the administrative capital of Bolivia, has a breathtaking setting. The city is the highest national capital in the world, with an altitude ranging from about 4,058 m (13,313 ft) above sea level in El Alto, where the airport is located, to 3,100 m (10,170 ft) in the lower residential area. The dynamic and chaotic city was built in a canyon created by the Choqueyapu River. La Paz is now a fusion of architectural styles, cultures and beliefs, welcoming everyday new boutique hotels, modern shops, delicious restaurants and reinventing standing establishments. However, generally speaking, Bolivia remains more a backpacker hit than a mainstream tourist destination.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Jungle Trekking Tours in Brazil, The Best Luxury Tours to Brazil, The Best Luxury Tours to Bolivia, and The Best Budget Tours to Bolivia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFoz do Iguacu $82La Paz $34
The average daily cost (per person) in Foz do Iguacu is $82, while the average daily cost in La Paz is $34. 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 Foz do Iguacu and La Paz in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFoz do Iguacu $29La Paz $9.63
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFoz do Iguacu $58La Paz $19
Compare Hotels in Foz do Iguacu and La Paz
Looking for a hotel in Foz do Iguacu or La Paz? 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: Foz do Iguacu Hotel Prices and La Paz Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Foz do Iguacu $13La Paz $5.66
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Foz do Iguacu
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Foz do Iguacu:
- Transfer from Puerto Iguazu Airport to Foz do Iguaçu Hotels: $79
- Transfer from Foz Airport (IGU) to Foz do Iguacu Hotels: $20
- Transfer Paraguay - Shopping: $29
- Transfer In Airport Foz - Hotel in Foz do Iguazu: $8.00
- Transfer IN IGU & Iguassu Falls Brazilian side & Macuco Boat Safari: $235
- Shared Roundtrip Transfers with Brazilian and Argentinian sides: $154
- Roundtrip Private Transfer from Foz de Iguazu Airport (IGU): $25
- Roundtrip Airport Transfer in Foz do Iguaçu: $49
- Private airport transfers – National & International: $47
- Private Transfer to Foz do Iguaçu from the Airport: $158
- Private Transfer to Foz de Iguazu Airport (IGU): $13
- Private Transfer from IGU to Any Point within Foz Do Iguaçu City: $80
Typical Local Transportation Prices in La Paz
Some typical examples of transportation costs in La Paz are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$0.35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in La Paz
Also for La Paz, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer Out_day: $25
- Bus Station Transfer In_day: $25
- Bus Station Transfer Out_day: $25
- Bus Station Transfer Out_night: $25
- Cholitas Wrestling Ticket – La Paz Show + Transfer: $30
- From 3-Day Uyuni Salt Flats Tour with Bus Transfers: $190
- From Uyuni Salt Flats 2-Day Tour with Bus Transfers: $208
- From Uyuni Salt Flats 2-Day Tour with Bus Transfers: $260
- From Uyuni Salt Flats 3-Day Tour with Bus Transfers: $190
- From Uyuni Salt Flats 3-Day Tour with Bus Transfers: $209
- From Uyuni Salt Flats 3-Day Tour with Bus Transfers: $170
- La Paz - Uyuni: Comfortable Private Transfer with Tour Guide: $250
Is it cheaper to fly into Foz do Iguacu or La Paz?
Prices for flights to both La Paz and Foz do Iguacu 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 dayFoz do Iguacu $38La Paz $17
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Foz do Iguacu
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Foz do Iguacu.
- Rafain Dinner Show: $71
- Boozy Cooking Class in Foz do Iguacu with a chef: $85
- Experience Guamini Mision Dinner and Tango Show Selva Iriapu Hotels Exclusive: $110
- Shared Group: Rafain Dinner and Latin American Show with Transfer: $119
- Dinner Show - Rafain Steakhouse: $120
- Dinner Show at Rafain in Foz do Iguaçu: $132
- Dinner Show Rafain Steakhouse Belmond Hotel Cataratas: $135
- Rafain Samba Show & Dinner – Round Trip Transfer Included: $135
- Foz: Private Guide & Transfer to Shared Dinner Show Experience: $208
Typical Food Prices in La Paz
For La Paz, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Fruit$0.43
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in La Paz
For La Paz, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Morning Food Tour with Cable Car & Local Markets: $27
- Bolivian Cooking Class: $28
- Bolivian Cooking Class: $30
- Learn Bolivian Cuisine/Cooking Class: $40
- Paceño Plates La Paz Food Tour with 12+ Tastings: $49
- Cholita Tastes La Paz Food Tour with 12+ Tastings: $49
- La Paz : Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide: $77
- Real Street Food Tour La Paz: $100
- Real Street Food Tour with Guide: $100
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Foz do Iguacu $24La Paz $9.44
Tours and Activities in Foz do Iguacu
Here are a few actual costs in Foz do Iguacu for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 Day Private Tour of Brazilian and Argentine Waterfalls: $89
- 2-Day Private Tour Iguaçu Falls Brazil and Argentina: $229
- 2-Days PRIVATE Brasil & Argentina Experience Iguazu Falls: $190
- 2-day tour, both sides of Cataratas Brasil and Argentina.: $228
- Afternoon Iguazu Falls Tour with Sunset & Drinks – Brazil Side: $179
- Airport IGU Pick-Up & Shopping In Paraguay & Hotel Drop-Off - Private Tour: $120
- Airport IGU Round Trip & 2 Days Sightseeing in Iguassu: $245
- Ancestral Iguazu: Argentine Falls and Guarani Community Tour: $150
- AquaFoz VIP Experience with Guided Tour: $196
- Argentinian Side of the Falls - All Tickets Included: $131
- Best Private Tour Iguassu Falls Brazil, Argentina in 1 day: $119
- Bike Tour Argentina: Pedal in the Guarani Indigenous Community: $123
Tours and Activities in La Paz
For La Paz, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Walking tour of the city of La Paz: $2.50
- Walking city tour La Paz: $2.50
- La Paz Half-Day Walking Tour: $3.00
- Be a Local Walking Tour: $8.00
- City Walking Tour in La Paz: $8.00
- Be a Local - La Paz Walking Tour: $8.00
- Private Viewpoint Tour with Snacks and Photos: $9.00
- Chualluma Street Art and Cholita Fashion Tour: $10
- La Paz Walking City tour plus Cable cars: $10
- City Tour plus Cable Car La Paz: $10
- Walking and Cable Car City Tour; Urban Experience: $14
- Private Sunset Tour in La Paz: $15
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFoz do Iguacu $12La Paz $6.40
Typical Alcohol Prices in Foz do Iguacu
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Foz do Iguacu from other travelers:
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Beer$0.88
Sample the Local Flavors in La Paz
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in La Paz:
- Pub Crawl with VIP Entry and Welcome Shot: $24
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Foz do Iguacu and La Paz, we can see that Foz do Iguacu is more expensive. And not only is La Paz much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to La Paz would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in La Paz 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 Foz do Iguacu would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Foz do Iguacu than you might in La Paz.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Foz do Iguacu Expensive? and Is La Paz Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Foz do Iguacu or La Paz?
La Paz has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Foz do Iguacu. When comparing the sizes of Foz do Iguacu and La Paz, 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.