Which place is cheaper, Pereira 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 Pereira?
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 Pereira 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 Pereira?
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.
Pereira
Situated in a small valley in the western Andes, Pereira is the capital city of Risaralda, Colombia. The city is surrounded by coffee producing agriculture and sits in the middle of a triangle of cities including Bogota, Medillin and Cali, each of which is about a three to five hour drive away.
The city itself is very much student oriented, as there are many universities around town and at least one quarter of the population is made up of students. There is also a very European vibe to the city and you will find the area beautiful with many parks and museums.
Pereira's economy is based on government, agriculture, manufacturing, logistics, trade, commerce, and tourism. Agricultural products include sugarcane, cacao, rubber, cereals, coffee, and livestock. Apparel is the main manufacturing product, along with aluminium goods, motorcycles and telecommunications technology.
Pereira is found in a warm moorland area with an average temperature of around 72 degrees. The temperatures remain relatively consistent throughout the year with highs in the high 70s Fahrenheit to low 80s Fahrenheit. Low temperatures are usually in the low 60s Fahrenheit. Rain is heaviest during the months of April and May as well as October and November.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Contiki Tours to Brazil, The Best G Adventures Tours to Brazil, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Colombia, and The Best Adventure Tours to Colombia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFoz do Iguacu $83Pereira $96
The average daily cost (per person) in Foz do Iguacu is $83, while the average daily cost in Pereira is $96. 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 Pereira in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFoz do Iguacu $29Pereira $31
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFoz do Iguacu $58Pereira $62
Compare Hotels in Foz do Iguacu and Pereira
Looking for a hotel in Foz do Iguacu or Pereira? 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 Pereira Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Foz do Iguacu $13Pereira $24
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: $30
- Foz do Iguaçu Airport Shared Transfer: $11
- Foz do Iguaçu Round-Trip Airport Transfer: $45
- Iguaçu Falls Helicopter Ride With Optional Transfers: $290
- PRIVATE Transfer Iguassu Airport (IGU) to Hotels in Iguassu: $30
- Private Airport Transfers and Iguaçu National Parks: $47
- Private Transfer from IGU to Any Point within Foz Do Iguaçu City: $80
- Private Transfer to Foz do Iguaçu from the Airport: $160
- Roundtrip Airport Transfer in Foz do Iguaçu: $50
- Shared Roundtrip Transfers with Brazilian and Argentinian sides: $156
- Transfer IN IGU & Iguassu Falls Brazilian side & Macuco Boat Safari: $235
- Transfer Paraguay - Shopping: $23
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Pereira
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Pereira are as follows:
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Short Taxi Ride$1.40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pereira
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Pereira:
- Arrival or Departure Transfer El Éden International Airport: $43
- Arrival or Departure Transfer Matecaña International Airport: $12
- Manizales Arrival or Departure Transfer La Nubia Airport: $20
- Manizales Arrival or Departure Transfer: Matecaña Intl Airport: $41
- One way transfer Pereira to Santa Rosa Hot Springs: $98
- One way transfer from Pereira to Salento AND/OR Salento to Pereira: $43
- PRIVATE Transfer One-Way from Pereira to Philadelphia or return: $43
- Pereira to or from Salento Private Transfer: $39
- Private Transfer Pereira Airport ↔ Nearby hotels: $13
- Private Transfer Pereira to Salento (or vice versa): $85
- Private Transfer from Matecaña Airport to Armenia: $249
- Santa Rosa Cabal to Pereira Airport PEI - Departure Transfer: $65
Is it cheaper to fly into Foz do Iguacu or Pereira?
Prices for flights to both Pereira 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 $39Pereira $47
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: $72
- 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
- Shared Group: Rafain Dinner and Latin American Show with Transfer: $119
- Rafain dinner Samba Show: $120
- Dinner Show - Rafain Steakhouse: $120
- Dinner Show at Rafain in Foz do Iguaçu: $134
- Dinner Show Rafain Steakhouse Belmond Hotel Cataratas: $135
- Foz: Private Guide & Transfer to Shared Dinner Show Experience: $208
Typical Food Prices in Pereira
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Pereira:
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Hamburger$1.98
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pereira
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Pereira.
- Private Traditional Colombian Cooking Class in Pereira: $82
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Foz do Iguacu $24Pereira $22
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: $15
- Shopping tour in Paraguay from hotels in Foz do Iguaçu: $21
- Visit to Itaipu: Entrance Ticket for Panoramic View and shuttle: $24
- City Tour Puerto Iguazu: $24
- Three Borders Landmark - Rountrip Transportation + Ticket: $25
- Itaipu Hydroelectric Dam - Tickets Included: $32
- Iguassu Falls Shopping Tour: $32
- Itaipu Dam Panoramic Tour: $35
- Guided tour of the Iguacu Falls on the Argentine side: $35
- Puerto Iguazú City Tour Experience: $36
- Iguazu Falls : Complete Argentine Side Experience: $36
Tours and Activities in Pereira
Here are a few actual costs in Pereira for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Coffee Tour at the Finca del Café: $40
- PRIVATE TOUR OF MAIN SQUARES, HISTORICAL SITES + LOOKOUT POINT: $63
- Pereira Organic Coffee Tour: $80
- Eco-Park Recinto del Pensamiento Tour: $84
- Manizales City Tour with Cable Car and Chipre Viewpoint: $87
- Coffee Farm and Salento Walking Tour: $88
- Coffee Farm and Salento Walking Tour: $88
- Grisales Coffee Tour, Immersive Sensory Experience: $89
- Coffee Farm and Salento Walking Tour: $99
- Private Tour to Coffee Farm (farm of your choice): $100
- Coffee Tour, Sighting Pereira: $125
- Coffee Experience W/Tasting & Hotel Pickup: $129
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFoz do Iguacu $12Pereira $17
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
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Foz do Iguacu and Pereira, we can see that Pereira is more expensive. And not only is Foz do Iguacu much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Foz do Iguacu would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Foz do Iguacu 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 Pereira would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pereira than you might in Foz do Iguacu.
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 Pereira Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Foz do Iguacu or Pereira?
Pereira has a larger population, and is about 50% larger than the population of Foz do Iguacu. When comparing the sizes of Foz do Iguacu and Pereira, 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.