Which place is cheaper, Nadi (Port Denarau) or Guilin?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Guilin or Nadi (Port Denarau)?
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 Nadi (Port Denarau) can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Guilin or Nadi (Port Denarau)?
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.
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 Hiking & Trekking Tours in China, and The Best Historical Tours in China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGuilin $69Nadi (Port Denarau) $174
The average daily cost (per person) in Guilin is $69, while the average daily cost in Nadi (Port Denarau) is $174. 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 Nadi (Port Denarau) in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGuilin $35Nadi (Port Denarau) $110
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGuilin $70Nadi (Port Denarau) $220
Compare Hotels in Guilin and Nadi (Port Denarau)
Looking for a hotel in Guilin 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.Guilin $5.92Nadi (Port Denarau) $9.08
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Guilin
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Guilin are as follows:
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Taxi$2.84
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guilin
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guilin:
- Private Arrival Transfer: Guilin Train Stations to Downtown Hotel: $17
- [Airport Transfer] Haikou Airport ⇔ Haikou City Transfer ☆ High reputation for service! <Charter charter> *: $23
- Private Arrival Transfer: Guilin International Airport (KWL) to Downtown Hotel: $25
- Private Departure Transfer: Downtown Guilin Hotel to Airport (KWL): $25
- Private Airport Transfer:Guilin Hotel to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport: $35
- Private Airport Transfer: Guilin Liangjiang International Aiport to Guilin Hotel: $35
- Transfer from Guilin Hotels to Yangshuo Town: $37
- Private Guilin Airport Transfer to Yangshuo: $42
- Private Airport Transfer: Guilin Liangjiang Airport to Yangshuo Hotel: $45
- Haikou Meilan International Airport Chauffeur Service ,Haikou Airport Transfer: $50
- Haikou Meilan International Airport Chauffeur Service, Haikou Airport Transfer: $50
- Guilin liangjiang Airport Chauffeur Service,Guilin Airport Transfer: $57
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nadi (Port Denarau)
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nadi (Port Denarau):
- Shared Shuttle Arrival Transfer - Nadi Airport/ Port to Hotel: $9.35
- 100% CFC APPROVED Private Transfer - Nadi Airport to Intercontinental Resort : $84
- Airport Transfers: $72
- CFC APPROVED Private Arrival Transfer - Nadi Airport to Hotel: $16
- CFC APPROVED Private Arrival Transfer - Nadi Airport to Naviti Resort: $45
- CFC APPROVED Private Arrival Transfer - Nadi Airport to Shangri-La Fijian Resort: $37
- CFC APPROVED Private Arrival Transfer - Nadi Airport to Volivoli or Wananavu Rst: $140
- CFC APPROVED Private Arrival Transfer - Nadi Airport to Warwick Fiji Resort: $47
- CFC APPROVED Private Departure Transfer - Fiji Marriott Resort, to Nadi Airport: $30
- CFC APPROVED Private Departure Transfer - Radisson Blu Resort to Nadi Airport: $16
- CFC APPROVED Private Departure Transfer - Sofitel Resort Denarau to Nadi Airport: $16
- CFC APPROVED Private Departure Transfer - Westin Resort, Denarau to Nadi Airport: $16
Is it cheaper to fly into Guilin or Nadi (Port Denarau)?
Prices for flights to both Nadi (Port Denarau) 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
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Food Meals for one dayGuilin $23Nadi (Port Denarau) $41
Typical Food Prices in Guilin
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Guilin:
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Fresh Coconut Drink$1.42
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: $124
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Guilin $28Nadi (Port Denarau) $33
Typical Entertainment Prices in Guilin
Here are a few typical costs in Guilin for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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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:
- Guilin Four lakes night cruise with the English speaking driver from Guilin hotel: $47
- Guilin City Center Walking Group Tour at Night for Three Hours: $50
- Kayaking Adventure with Local Guide: $52
- One Day Private Longji Rice Terraces with Minority village tour: $52
- Half-Day Self-Guided Yangshuo Xianggong Hill Sunrise Tour: $52
- Guilin Classic Li River Day Tour with Xianggong Hill : $55
- Private Full-Day City Tour with Fubo Hill: $61
- 1-DAY Private Longji Rice Terraces and Minority Villages Tour: $70
- 1-DAy Private Guilin -Li River Cruise-Yangshuo Highlights tour: $70
- Yangshuo Old Town and 3 star Li River Cruise from Guilin: $72
- Half/Full day Yangshuo Cuiping hill Sunset Private Tour: $73
- Private Bike Tour: Yangshuo Countryside: $74
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: $47
- The Amazing Highlights of Nadi and Veseisei ( Private Tour ) : $52
- Skip the Line: Big Bula Waterpark Full Day Ticket: $53
- Island Adventurers Kid's Show Tickets: $55
- Sabeto Waterfall Tour (Nadi): $60
- Nadi Must Do Sights Tour Combo: $61
- Nadi Sightseeing Including Viseisei Lookout, Village Tour, Garden & Temple Tour: $71
- Great Taste of Fiji Sightseeing Adventure: $72
- Wonders of Nadi Tour - Hindu Temple, Sleeping Giant Gardens, Markets & Shopping: $74
- Half Day Sightseeing - Wonders of Nadi Tour: $74
- Sabeto Hot Springs and Mud Pool Tour: $75
- Full Day Suva City Tour-Visit to Museum, Markets & Sightseeing: $79
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGuilin $5.88Nadi (Port Denarau) $12
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Guilin and Nadi (Port Denarau), we can see that Nadi (Port Denarau) is more expensive. And not only is Guilin much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Guilin is in Asia and Nadi (Port Denarau) is in Pacific, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Guilin would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Guilin 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 Nadi (Port Denarau) would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nadi (Port Denarau) than you might in Guilin.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Guilin Expensive? and Is Nadi (Port Denarau) Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Guilin or Nadi (Port Denarau)?
Guilin has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Nadi (Port Denarau). When comparing the sizes of Guilin and Nadi (Port Denarau), 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.