Which place is cheaper, Paracas 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 Paracas?
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 Paracas 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 Paracas?
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.
Paracas
Paracas, also known as El Chaco, is a resort town on the Southern coast of the country, about 150 miles south of Lima. The town in located in one of the oldest regions of Peru, with a history dating back to 900 BC and offers many pre-Inca cultural sites throughout the area. Paracas is possibly best known for being home to the Paracas National Reserve, a nature reserve boasting one of the most abundant and diverse ecosystems in the world.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Brazil, The Best G Adventures Tours to Brazil, The Best Eco Tours in Peru, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Peru.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFoz do Iguacu $81Paracas $85
The average daily cost (per person) in Foz do Iguacu is $81, while the average daily cost in Paracas is $85. 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 Paracas in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFoz do Iguacu $29Paracas $24
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFoz do Iguacu $58Paracas $48
Compare Hotels in Foz do Iguacu and Paracas
Looking for a hotel in Foz do Iguacu or Paracas? 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 Paracas Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Foz do Iguacu $13Paracas $20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Foz do Iguacu
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Foz do Iguacu:
- Brazilian Falls Tour Transfers with Tour Guide: $31
- Foz do Iguaçu Airport Private Transfer: $24
- Foz do Iguaçu Airport Shared Transfer: $11
- IGU Airport Transfers: $17
- Macuco Safari Boat with Transfer: $117
- PRIVATE Transfer Iguassu Airport (IGU) to Hotels in Iguassu: $30
- Private Transfer from Foz de Iguazu Airport (IGU): $13
- Private Transfer from IGU to Any Point within Foz Do Iguaçu City: $80
- Private Transfer to Foz do Iguaçu from the Airport: $164
- Private airport transfers – National & International: $37
- Private transfer from Foz do Iguaçu Airport to Puerto Iguazu: $72
- Roundtrip Airport Transfer in Foz do Iguaçu: $51
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paracas
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Paracas:
- Paracas Bus Station Private Transfer: $16
- Bus Station Private Transfer: $24
- Candelabro Geoglyph Kayak Tour with hotel transfer: $130
- National Reserve Guided Tour with Transfers: $22
- Private Transfer from Pisco Cruise Port to Lima hotels: $211
- Private Transfer from Pisco Port to Jorge Chavez Airport (LIM): $211
Is it cheaper to fly into Foz do Iguacu or Paracas?
Prices for flights to both Paracas 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 $38Paracas $42
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: $73
- Boozy Cooking Class in Foz do Iguacu with a chef: $85
- Foz do Iguacu Brazilian BBQ and Home Cooking with a Local: $85
- Rafain Steakhouse Show - Dinner and Show Included: $108
- Experience Guamini Mision Dinner and Tango Show Selva Iriapu Hotels Exclusive: $110
- Foz do Iguaçu: Latin American Show with Dinner and Transfers: $119
- Dinner Show - Rafain Steakhouse: $120
- Dinner Show Rafain Steakhouse Belmond Hotel Cataratas: $135
- Rafain Samba Show & Dinner – Round Trip Transfer Included: $135
- Dinner Show at Rafain in Foz do Iguaçu: $136
- Foz: Private Guide & Transfer to Shared Dinner Show Experience: $208
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Paracas
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Paracas.
- Hidden Gems of Pisco: Food Tour & Tuk-Tuk Adventure: $60
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Foz do Iguacu $24Paracas $26
Tours and Activities in Foz do Iguacu
Here are a few actual costs in Foz do Iguacu for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Shopping tour at Duty Free Shop Argentina: $15
- Visit to Itaipu: Panoramic Tour: $16
- Visit to Itaipu: Entrance Ticket for Panoramic View and shuttle: $24
- City Tour Puerto Iguazu: $25
- Three Borders Landmark - Rountrip Transportation + Ticket: $26
- Sightseeing Bus Tour of Foz do Iguaçu: $27
- Foz do Iguaçu City Tour: Temple, Mosque & Cathedral: $29
- Itaipu Hydroelectric Dam - Tickets Included: $32
- Iguassu Falls Shopping Tour: $33
- Puerto Iguazú City Tour Experience: $35
- Itaipu Dam Panoramic Tour: $36
- Guided tour of the Iguacu Falls on the Argentine side: $36
Tours and Activities in Paracas
Here are a few actual costs in Paracas for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- From Ballestas Islands Boat Tour with Guide: $13
- Ballestas Islands Group Tour from Paracas: $15
- Paracas Desert Bike Adventure: $15
- Paracas National Reserve Group Tour from Paracas: $15
- Tourist Transport Ticket from Paracas to Huacachina: $15
- From Guided boat tour to the Ballestas Islands: $15
- Ballestas Islands and Candelabro Boat Tour: $15
- Ballestas Island Boat tour from Paracas: $16
- BALLESTAS ISLANDS TOUR: $16
- From Speedboat Tour to the Ballestas Islands: $16
- Ballestas Islands Guided Boat Tour: $17
- Ballestas Islands Morning Boat Tour: $17
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFoz do Iguacu $12Paracas $12
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$0.86
When comparing the travel costs between Foz do Iguacu and Paracas, we can see that Paracas is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in South America, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
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 Paracas Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Foz do Iguacu or Paracas?
Foz do Iguacu has a larger population, and is about 250 times larger than the population of Paracas. When comparing the sizes of Foz do Iguacu and Paracas, 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.