Which place is cheaper, Huaraz or Guayaquil?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Guayaquil or Huaraz?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Guayaquil or Huaraz, 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: Guayaquil or Huaraz?
Guayaquil
Guayaquil is Ecuador's largest city and seaport. From a tourist perspective, the city acts primarily as a transportation gateway to the country and the Galapagos Islands. While the city can be skipped altogether, should you have a free day to spend here, there are a few noteworthy things to do, as well as some terrific dining and nightlife options. Guayaquil’s main tourist attraction is Las Penas, a hill with old, colorfully painted buildings at the north end of the Malecon, where you can walk the 400 steps to the lighthouse at the top for good views of the city. The neighborhood is filled with cafes, bars, restaurants, and art galleries and is relatively safe. Other important sights include the Malecon 2000, a massive urban development project that has brought new life to the riverside in the city center and the Parque Seminario, filled with fountains, trees and iguanas, located at 10 de Agosto Ave and Chile Ave.
Huaraz
Huaraz is a large town in the Cordillera Blanca region of Peru's Central Sierra. Huaraz stands tall at 3100m; travellers from Lima might need a day or two to acclimatize to the change in atmosphere. Nearly wiped out by the earthquake of 1970, the town of 100,000 blends a mix of modern and native culture. Huarez is first and foremost a trekking metropolis. During high season the streets buzz with hundreds of backpackers and adventurers freshly returned from arduous hikes or planning their next expedition. The town has many markets, shops, quality restaurants and hopping bars catering to tourist and local needs. Mountain adventures in the off-season can be equally rewarding, but the vibe is calmer and some places go into hibernation once the rains set in.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to Ecuador, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Ecuador, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Peru, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Peru.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGuayaquil $95Huaraz $50
The average daily cost (per person) in Guayaquil is $95, while the average daily cost in Huaraz is $50. 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 Guayaquil and Huaraz in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGuayaquil $32Huaraz $20
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGuayaquil $64Huaraz $40
Compare Hotels in Guayaquil and Huaraz
Looking for a hotel in Guayaquil or Huaraz? 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: Guayaquil Hotel Prices and Huaraz Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Guayaquil $15Huaraz $10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guayaquil
Also for Guayaquil, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Guayaquil Airport (GYE) to Guayaquil hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $52
- Guayaquil Airport (GYE): Transfer to Guayaquil hotels: $129
- Guayaquil Airport Private Transfer Service: $80
- Guayaquil Airport(GYE) to Guayaquil - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $59
- Guayaquil PRIVATE Arrival Transfer from the Airport to Hotels: $17
- Guayaquil PRIVATE Arrival Transfer from the Airport to Hotels: $18
- Guayaquil PRIVATE Departure Transfer from Hotels to the Airport.: $17
- Private Airport Transfer from Guayaquil Airport to Hotel: $20
- Private Transfer In From Guayaquil Airport to Hotel: $25
- Private Transfer from Guayaquil Airport to Hotels: $20
- Private Transfer from Guayaquil Airport(GYE) to Manta Cruise Port: $88
- Private Transfer from Guayaquil hotels to Manta Cruise Port: $98
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Huaraz
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Huaraz are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$2.17
Is it cheaper to fly into Guayaquil or Huaraz?
Prices for flights to both Huaraz and Guayaquil 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 dayGuayaquil $29Huaraz $18
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guayaquil
For Guayaquil, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Half Day Guayaquil Culinary Adventure, Cacao Cooking Class: $185
Typical Food Prices in Huaraz
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Huaraz:
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Lunch$5.97
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Chips$1.49
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Guayaquil $21Huaraz $19
Tours and Activities in Guayaquil
For Guayaquil, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Private Guayaquil City Tour: $18
- Shared Walking Tour in Guayaquil City: $35
- City Tour Guayaquil: $40
- Guayaquil City Tour: $40
- Self-guided walking tour of Guayaquil's landmarks.: $45
- From Montañita: Paragliding Experience: $55
- City Tour with Hotel Pickup and Drop-off: $63
- Guayaquil to Cuenca one-way tour with Cajas Park and a Cacao Farm visit: $74
- City Tour around Guayaquil: $75
- Guayaquil City Tour Including the Light House of Cerro Santa Ana: $80
- Private Guayaquil City Tour and Parque Historico: $80
- Guayaquil Layover Sightseeing Tour with Round-Trip Airport Transport: $82
Typical Entertainment Prices in Huaraz
Here are a few typical costs in Huaraz for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Climbing Gear$17
Tours and Activities in Huaraz
Here are a few actual costs in Huaraz for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- "WAROMA eco tours peru" 10 day hike in the huayhuash mountain range.: $158
- 69 Lake Tour of Peru: $26
- Ancash: Adventure and Climbing to Mountain Alpamayo |6D-5N|: $3,303
- Ancash: Nevado pastors and puyas Raymondi Tour | Full Day |: $40
- Ancash: Trek and Adventure to Quillcayhuanca |3Days-2Nights|: $410
- From Ancash: Fantastic tour Huaraz/Nevado Pastoruri |4D-3N|: $192
- From Ancash: Huaraz Adventure with meals |3Days-2Nights|: $142
- From Ancash: Tour Huaraz with Puya Raymondi |4Days-3Nights|: $197
- From Ancash: Tour fantastic in Huaraz |2Days-1Night|: $92
- From Ancash: Tour in Huaraz with tickets and Hotel |5D-4N|: $250
- From Huaraz | Live an adventure between mountains and lakes: $214
- From Huaraz || Full day tour Laguna 69 in -Cordillera Blanca: $36
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGuayaquil $17Huaraz $15
Sample the Local Flavors in Guayaquil
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Guayaquil:
- Wine Tasting Experience with Tasting Menu: $55
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Guayaquil and Huaraz, we can see that Guayaquil is more expensive. And not only is Huaraz much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Huaraz would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Huaraz 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 Guayaquil would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Guayaquil than you might in Huaraz.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Guayaquil Expensive? and Is Huaraz Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Guayaquil or Huaraz?
Guayaquil has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Huaraz. When comparing the sizes of Guayaquil and Huaraz, 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.
When is the best time to visit Guayaquil or Huaraz?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Guayaquil or Huaraz in the Summer?
Both Huaraz and Guayaquil during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Guayaquil because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Huaraz year-round.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Guayaquil. Guayaquil usually gets more rain in July than Huaraz. Guayaquil gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Huaraz receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
The weather in Huaraz can be very cold. In the summer, Guayaquil is much warmer than Huaraz. Typically, the summer temperatures in Guayaquil in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Huaraz averages at about 3°C (37°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyGuayaquil 23°C (73°F)Huaraz 3°C (37°F)
Should I visit Guayaquil or Huaraz in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Guayaquil and Huaraz. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Guayaquil year-round. Huaraz attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Guayaquil usually receives around the same amount of rain as Huaraz. Guayaquil gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Huaraz receives 85 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
It's quite cold in Huaraz in the autumn. In October, Guayaquil is generally much warmer than Huaraz. Daily temperatures in Guayaquil average around 23°C (73°F), and Huaraz fluctuates around 4°C (39°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberGuayaquil 23°C (73°F)Huaraz 4°C (39°F)
Should I visit Guayaquil or Huaraz in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Guayaquil as well as Huaraz. Guayaquil attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Huaraz throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Huaraz. Guayaquil receives a lot of rain in the winter. Guayaquil usually gets more rain in January than Huaraz. Guayaquil gets 190 mm (7.5 in) of rain, while Huaraz receives 122 mm (4.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
Guayaquil is much warmer than Huaraz in the winter. The daily temperature in Guayaquil averages around 28°C (82°F) in January, and Huaraz fluctuates around 7°C (45°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryGuayaquil 28°C (82°F)Huaraz 7°C (45°F)
Should I visit Guayaquil or Huaraz in the Spring?
Both Huaraz and Guayaquil are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Guayaquil throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Huaraz because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Guayaquil. In April, Guayaquil usually receives more rain than Huaraz. Guayaquil gets 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain, while Huaraz receives 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
In the spring, Guayaquil is much warmer than Huaraz. Typically, the spring temperatures in Guayaquil in April average around 28°C (82°F), and Huaraz averages at about 6°C (43°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilGuayaquil 28°C (82°F)Huaraz 6°C (43°F)
Typical Weather for Huaraz and Guayaquil
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 28°C (82°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) |
| Feb | 27°C (81°F) | 230 mm (9.1 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (82°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 126 mm (5 in) |
| Apr | 28°C (82°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
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.