Which place is cheaper, Nadi (Port Denarau) or Fraser Island?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Fraser Island or Nadi (Port Denarau)?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Fraser Island and Nadi (Port Denarau). We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Fraser Island or Nadi (Port Denarau)?
Fraser Island
Fraser Island, located off Australia's eastern Queensland coast, is the world's largest sand island. It is best known as a camping and ecotourism destination, with a number of panoramic viewpoints, beaches, lakes, and freshwater pools. Hervey Bay, a beachside city on the nearby mainland, is a primary gateway to the island.
Nadi (Port Denarau)
Nadi, pronounced "Nandi", is a city and transportation hub in the Fijian islands. It is on one of the main islands, Viti Levu, and has a population of about 42,000. Many inhabitants are Indian as well as Fijian, and the largest temple in the Southern hemisphere is located in the city center. It must be noted that Nadi and surrounding areas aren't known for the beaches. This is more of a cultural destination or starting point for your trip to Fiji. For the best beaches, you will want to venture out to the other, smaller, islands.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Water Sports Tour Packages in Australia, and The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Australia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFraser Island $206Nadi (Port Denarau) $164
The average daily cost (per person) in Fraser Island is $206, while the average daily cost in Nadi (Port Denarau) is $164. 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 Fraser Island and Nadi (Port Denarau) in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFraser Island $102Nadi (Port Denarau) $103
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFraser Island $204Nadi (Port Denarau) $206
Compare Hotels in Fraser Island and Nadi (Port Denarau)
Looking for a hotel in Fraser Island or Nadi (Port Denarau)? 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: Nadi (Port Denarau) Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Fraser Island $92Nadi (Port Denarau) $8.74
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nadi (Port Denarau)
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nadi (Port Denarau):
- Private Transfer-Nadi International Airport to Hotels : $6.76
- Private Transfer Nadi Airport to or from Hotel or Resort: $8.22
- Shared Shuttle Arrival Transfer - Nadi Airport/ Port to Hotel: $9.01
- Shared Transfer To Nadi Airport from Denarau Resorts: $9.01
- Private Shuttle Transfer to Nadi International Airport: $9.01
- Private Departure Transfer From Your Hotel To Nadi Airport (cfc approved): $9.14
- Private Departure Transfer To Nadi Airport From Your Hotel: $9.14
- Shared Shuttle Departure Transfers - Denarau,Wailoaloa & Nadi to Nadi Airport: $11
- Private Transfer from Nadi Intl Airport to Sheraton Fiji Resort : $11
- Private Departure Transfer to Nadi Airport from Your Hotel: $12
- Denarau Hotels to Nadi Airport (Private Departure Transfer): $14
- CFC APPROVED Private Arrival Transfer - Nadi Airport to All Denarau Hotels: $14
Is it cheaper to fly into Fraser Island or Nadi (Port Denarau)?
Prices for flights to both Nadi (Port Denarau) and Fraser Island 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 dayFraser Island $47Nadi (Port Denarau) $39
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nadi (Port Denarau)
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nadi (Port Denarau).
- Robinson Crusoe Sunset Cruise Including Dinner, Cultural Show & Transfers: $121
- Super Saver Combo: Tivua Island Day Cruise + Sunset Dinner Cruise in Fiji: $184
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Fraser Island $44Nadi (Port Denarau) $32
Tours and Activities in Fraser Island
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Fraser Island are as follows:
- 2 Hours Hervey Bay Funset Cruise: $52
- Hervey Bay Ultimate Whale Watching Cruise: $72
- Hervey Bay: Best Value Half Day Whale Watching Cruise : $79
- Hervey Bay Whale Watching Cruise: $98
- Hervey Bay: Half Day Whale watching & Island Stop Tour: $109
- Remote K'gari (Fraser Island) & Whale Experience: $164
- Remote Fraser Island Experience: $164
- K'gari (Fraser Island) Day Tour: $180
- K'gari/2-Day Tagalong Tour from Hervey Bay: $340
Tours and Activities in Nadi (Port Denarau)
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nadi (Port Denarau) are as follows:
- Nadi Tour- Garden of the Sleeping Giant , Temple & Mud Pool Combo: $46
- The Amazing Highlights of Nadi and Veseisei ( Private Tour ) : $50
- Skip the Line: Big Bula Waterpark Full Day Ticket: $51
- Island Adventurers Kid's Show Tickets: $52
- Sabeto Waterfall Tour (Nadi): $58
- Finding Nemo - Half Day Cruise to South Sea Island: $58
- Nadi Must Do Sights Tour Combo: $59
- Fijian Secret Tour: $63
- Nadi Sightseeing Including Viseisei Lookout, Village Tour, Garden & Temple Tour: $69
- Great Taste of Fiji Sightseeing Adventure: $70
- Half Day Sightseeing - Wonders of Nadi Tour: $72
- Nadi Sightseeing & Mud Pool Tour: $76
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFraser Island $20Nadi (Port Denarau) $11
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fraser Island and Nadi (Port Denarau), we can see that Fraser Island is more expensive. And not only is Nadi (Port Denarau) much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Nadi (Port Denarau) would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nadi (Port Denarau) 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 Fraser Island would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Fraser Island than you might in Nadi (Port Denarau).
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Fraser Island Expensive? and Is Nadi (Port Denarau) 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.