Which place is cheaper, Khao Yai National Park or Guilin?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Jump to 
Should you visit Guilin or Khao Yai National Park?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Guilin and Khao Yai National Park can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Guilin or Khao Yai National Park?
Guilin
Guilin is a city in Southern China situated on the west bank of the Li River with Hunan to the north. Its name means, "Forest of Sweet Osmanthus," owing to the large number of fragrant Sweet Osmanthus trees located in the city. Products like tea, sugar, and wine, can be made from the tree and are found in many shops throughout Guilin. A popular tourist destination, the city is renowned for its scenery of karst topography with unique mountains jutting out of the urban landscape.
Khao Yai National Park
Adventurous travelers are always in search of new terrain to conquer. At over 2,000 square kilometers, Khao Yai National Park is Thailand's second largest national park, and just full of jungles to trek through. In the southwest of Thailand is a sanctuary of mountains and waterfalls.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in China, The Best Historical Tours in China, The Best Adventure Tours to Thailand, and The Best Eco Tours in Thailand.
-
Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGuilin $68Khao Yai National Park $67
The average daily cost (per person) in Guilin is $68, while the average daily cost in Khao Yai National Park is $67. 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 Guilin and Khao Yai National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
-
Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGuilin $35Khao Yai National Park $39
-
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGuilin $70Khao Yai National Park $78
Compare Hotels in Guilin and Khao Yai National Park
Looking for a hotel in Guilin or Khao Yai National Park? 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.
Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.
Local Transportation
-
Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Guilin $5.87Khao Yai National Park $15
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Guilin
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Guilin are as follows:
-
Taxi$2.82
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guilin
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guilin:
- Yangshuo Via Ferrata with Round way private transfer from Guilin hotel: $120
- Transfer from Guilin Hotels to Yangshuo Town: $37
- Private Transfer: Guilin Airport to Yangshuo Hotel: $115
- Private Transfer from Zhangjiajie to Guilin: $389
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo/Guilin to Sanjiang and stops Longji Rice Terraces: $160
- Private Transfer from Guilin to Zhaoxing and stops at Chengyang Dong Village: $197
- Private Transfer from Guilin to Zhangjiajie: $389
- Private Transfer from Guilin to Fenghuang and stops at Chengyang Dong Village: $267
- Private Transfer from Guilin hotel to Xingping hotel: $64
- Private Guilin Airport Transfer to Yangshuo: $42
- Private Departure Transfer from Hotel to Guilin Train Stations: $17
- Private Arrival Transfer: Guilin Train Stations to Yangshuo: $49
Is it cheaper to fly into Guilin or Khao Yai National Park?
Prices for flights to both Khao Yai National Park and Guilin 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
-
Food Meals for one dayGuilin $23Khao Yai National Park $18
Typical Food Prices in Guilin
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Guilin:
-
Fresh Coconut Drink$1.41
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guilin
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guilin.
- Half day Yangshuo Cooking lesson Small Group Tour: $62
- Full-Day Li-River with the 4 Star Luxury Boat VIP Room and Yangshuo Cooking Tour: $286
Entertainment
-
Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Guilin $28Khao Yai National Park $9.53
Typical Entertainment Prices in Guilin
Here are a few typical costs in Guilin for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
-
Entrance to the Caves$17
Tours and Activities in Guilin
Here are a few actual costs in Guilin for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2-Day Self-Guided Guilin Tour with 4 Star Boat, Yangshuo and Longji Terraces : $200
- Full-Day Guilin Li-River Cruise with 4 star boat and Reed Flute Cave Tour: $262
- Longji Rice Terraces Day Tour with the Ping'an and Dazhai Village: $209
- 1 Day Guilin to Yangshuo with top scenery & culture private tour : $120
- 1 Day Li River Cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo with Private Guide & Driver: $219
- 1 Day Private Tour: Li River Cruise from Guilin & Yangshuo Biking: $169
- 1 Day Relaxing Li River Cruise Private Tour with the 4 Star Luxury Boat VIP Room: $251
- 1 Day Yangshuo private Day Tour with the Scooter: $105
- 1 day Guilin Li River Cruise and Yangshuo Countryside with Scooter Private Tour: $204
- 1 day Li River cruise & Yangshuo countryside private day tour : $108
- 1-DAY Private Longji Rice Terraces and Minority Villages Tour: $70
- 1-DAy Private Guilin -Li River Cruise-Yangshuo Highlights tour: $70
Alcohol
-
Alcohol Drinks for one dayGuilin $5.83Khao Yai National Park $12
When comparing the travel costs between Guilin and Khao Yai National Park, we can see that Guilin 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 Asia, 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 Guilin Expensive? and Is Khao Yai National Park Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Guilin or Khao Yai National Park?
Guilin has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Khao Yai National Park experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Guilin or Khao Yai National Park in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Guilin as well as Khao Yai National Park. The warm climate attracts visitors to Khao Yai National Park throughout the year.
Guilin is around the same temperature as Khao Yai National Park in the summer. The daily temperature in Guilin averages around 30°C (86°F) in July, and Khao Yai National Park fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).
It's quite rainy in Khao Yai National Park. Guilin receives a lot of rain in the summer. Guilin usually gets less rain in July than Khao Yai National Park. Guilin gets 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain, while Khao Yai National Park receives 315 mm (12.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
-
Summer Average Temperatures JulyGuilin 30°C (86°F)Khao Yai National Park 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Guilin or Khao Yai National Park in the Autumn?
Both Khao Yai National Park and Guilin are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Khao Yai National Park because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the autumn, Guilin is cooler than Khao Yai National Park. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Guilin in October average around 23°C (73°F), and Khao Yai National Park averages at about 28°C (82°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Khao Yai National Park. In October, Guilin usually receives less rain than Khao Yai National Park. Guilin gets 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Khao Yai National Park receives 173 mm (6.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
-
Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberGuilin 23°C (73°F)Khao Yai National Park 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Guilin or Khao Yai National Park in the Winter?
Both Khao Yai National Park and Guilin during the winter are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Khao Yai National Park year-round.
In January, Guilin is generally much colder than Khao Yai National Park. Daily temperatures in Guilin average around 10°C (49°F), and Khao Yai National Park fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
Guilin usually gets more rain in January than Khao Yai National Park. Guilin gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Khao Yai National Park receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
-
Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryGuilin 10°C (49°F)Khao Yai National Park 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Guilin or Khao Yai National Park in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Guilin and Khao Yai National Park. Khao Yai National Park attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Guilin is much colder than Khao Yai National Park in the spring. The daily temperature in Guilin averages around 20°C (68°F) in April, and Khao Yai National Park fluctuates around 30°C (87°F).
Khao Yai National Park receives a lot of rain in the spring. Guilin gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Guilin usually receives more rain than Khao Yai National Park. Guilin gets 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain, while Khao Yai National Park receives 128 mm (5.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
-
Spring Average Temperatures AprilGuilin 20°C (68°F)Khao Yai National Park 30°C (87°F)
Typical Weather for Khao Yai National Park and Guilin
| Guilin | Khao Yai National Park | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) | 30°C (87°F) | 128 mm (5.1 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 225 mm (8.8 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 277 mm (10.9 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 315 mm (12.4 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 385 mm (15.1 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 360 mm (14.2 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 173 mm (6.8 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 10 mm (0.4 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.