Which place is cheaper, Kamloops or Kauai?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Kauai or Kamloops?
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 Kauai and Kamloops. 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: Kauai or Kamloops?
Kauai
Hawaii is certainly a bucket list destination, but what if you want to do it without being surrounded by tourists? You want the adventure of the land of volcanoes and less of the kids in water wings. Then Kaua'i is the island for you.
Kaua'i, or the "garden island," is full of tropical forests, little villages and even more laid back lifestyle – if you can imagine. It's a smaller island at 560 square miles with a population of only 68,000.
With more coastline miles than any other island, Kaua'i is the result of massive erosion forming awe-inspiring sights like the Waimea Canyon and Na Pali Coast. The island experiences more rainfall every year – keeping it lush and green all year.
You'll feel like you've walked into another world in Kaua'i. Because of height restrictions, this island's buildings are no taller than the coconut trees. So if you're looking for an escape from civilization, you'll want to head straight for Kaua'i.
Kamloops
In British Columbia, Canada, Kamloops is perhaps most famous for the large number of tournaments it hosts, everything from the Strauss Canada Cup of Curling, to the World Fly Fishing Championships. It also hosts Skate Canada, Tim Horton's Olympic Qualifying Bike Race, and the World Junior Hockey Championships among others. The city is in the south central part of the province and it sits near the confluence of the two branches of the Thompson River near Kamloops Lake. The city has a population of about 85,000 and it's the largest community in the Thompson-Nicola Regional District.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to United States of America, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in United States of America, The Best Train & Rail Tours in Canada, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKauai $190Kamloops $81
The average daily cost (per person) in Kauai is $190, while the average daily cost in Kamloops is $81. 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 Kauai and Kamloops in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKauai $113Kamloops $44
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKauai $226Kamloops $88
Compare Hotels in Kauai and Kamloops
Looking for a hotel in Kauai or Kamloops? 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: Kauai Hotel Prices and Kamloops Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kauai $34Kamloops $20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kauai
Also for Kauai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Shared Departure Transfer: Kauai Hotels to Kauai International Airport: $13
- Private SUV Transfer - Lihue Airport to South Shore Kauai Resorts Koloa Poipu: $179
- Private SUV Transfer - Kauai Cruise Ship terminal : $199
- Private Departure Transfer to Kauai Airport (LIH): $80
- Lihue Airport: Shared Transfer to Lihue: $19
Is it cheaper to fly into Kauai or Kamloops?
Prices for flights to both Kamloops and Kauai 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 dayKauai $56Kamloops $24
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kauai
For Kauai, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Allerton Garden and Estate Tour with Sunset Dinner: $106
- Ahi Uila Fire Show and Dinner: $110
- Local Tastes Small Group Food Tour: $121
- Explore Waimea Town on a Walking Food Tour: $129
- Luau Kalamaku on Kauai with Buffet Dinner and Show: $171
- Luau Ka Hikina Admission Ticket with Dinner and Lei Greeting: $209
- Napali Coast Sunset Sail with Dinner: $226
- Napali Sunset Dinner Cruise: $226
- Luau Kalamaku on Kauai with Manor House Dinner & Show: $226
- VIP 4-Course Dinner and Luau Kalamaku Show: $237
- Leila Na Pali Sunset Dinner Sail: $242
Typical Food Prices in Kamloops
For Kamloops, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Pastries$5.81
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Lunch for Two$25
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Coffee and Gelato$12
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kauai $17Kamloops $13
Tours and Activities in Kauai
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Kauai.
- 'IMILOA - Express Na Pali Sunset Tour: $161
- 'IMILOA - Express Nā Pali Snorkel Tour : $181
- 'IMILOA - Express Whale Watch Cocktail Tour: $136
- 1 Tank Discover Scuba at Koloa Landing with No Experience needed: $162
- 2-Hour Snorkeling Adventure in Kauai: $115
- 5 Hrs. Kauai Eastside Small Group Tour. Short & sweet: $162
- 5 Line Zipline Tour: $130
- 8 Line Zipline Tour: $160
- Cruise Ship Excursion: Kauai – Wailua River Cruise & Fern Grotto: $99
- Cruise Ship Shore Excursion: Kauai Movie Sites Tour: $173
- Deluxe Na Pali Morning Snorkel Tour on the Lucky Lady: $223
- Deluxe Na Pali Sunset Tour on the Lucky Lady: $212
Tours and Activities in Kamloops
For Kamloops, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Skip the Line: Kamloops BC Wildlife Park Admission Ticket: $14
- Smartphone Audio Driving Tour between Kamloops & Revelstoke: $6.33
- Smartphone Audio Driving Tour between Kamloops and Vancouver: $6.31
- Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in Kamloops by Zombie Scavengers: $21
- Vancouver and Smartphone Audio Driving Tour: $6.21
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKauai $14Kamloops $6.77
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kauai and Kamloops, we can see that Kauai is more expensive. And not only is Kamloops much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Kamloops would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kamloops 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 Kauai would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kauai than you might in Kamloops.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kauai Expensive? and Is Kamloops Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Kauai or Kamloops?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Kauai or Kamloops in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Kauai and Kamloops. Most visitors come to Kauai for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Kauai is generally around the same temperature as Kamloops. Daily temperatures in Kauai average around 78°F (25°C), and Kamloops fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
In July, Kauai usually receives less rain than Kamloops. Kauai gets 0.6 inches (17 mm) of rain, while Kamloops receives 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKauai 78°F (25°C)Kamloops 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Kauai or Kamloops in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Kauai as well as Kamloops. The autumn months attract visitors to Kauai because of the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Kauai is much warmer than Kamloops in the autumn. The daily temperature in Kauai averages around 78°F (25°C) in October, and Kamloops fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
Kauai usually gets more rain in October than Kamloops. Kauai gets 3.3 inches (83 mm) of rain, while Kamloops receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKauai 78°F (25°C)Kamloops 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Kauai or Kamloops in the Winter?
Both Kamloops and Kauai are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Kauai this time of year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Kamloops. In the winter, Kauai is much warmer than Kamloops. Typically, the winter temperatures in Kauai in January average around 71°F (22°C), and Kamloops averages at about -3°C (27°F).
In January, Kauai usually receives more rain than Kamloops. Kauai gets 3.9 inches (99 mm) of rain, while Kamloops receives 26 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKauai 71°F (22°C)Kamloops -3°C (27°F)
Should I visit Kauai or Kamloops in the Spring?
Both Kamloops and Kauai during the spring are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Kauai for the beaches and the natural beauty.
In April, Kauai is generally much warmer than Kamloops. Daily temperatures in Kauai average around 73°F (23°C), and Kamloops fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
Kauai usually gets more rain in April than Kamloops. Kauai gets 1.1 inches (27 mm) of rain, while Kamloops receives 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKauai 73°F (23°C)Kamloops 12°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Kamloops and Kauai
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 71°F (22°C) | 3.9 inches (99 mm) | -3°C (27°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Feb | 71°F (22°C) | 1.3 inches (32 mm) | 2°C (35°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Mar | 73°F (23°C) | 2 inches (52 mm) | 7°C (44°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 73°F (23°C) | 1.1 inches (27 mm) | 12°C (53°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| May | 74°F (24°C) | 0.4 inches (10 mm) | 16°C (61°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Jun | 76°F (25°C) | 0.4 inches (9 mm) | 21°C (69°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jul | 78°F (25°C) | 0.6 inches (17 mm) | 23°C (73°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Aug | 78°F (26°C) | 0.6 inches (16 mm) | 23°C (73°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Sep | 78°F (26°C) | 1 inches (26 mm) | 17°C (63°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Oct | 78°F (25°C) | 3.3 inches (83 mm) | 11°C (51°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Nov | 75°F (24°C) | 3.1 inches (79 mm) | 4°C (39°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Dec | 72°F (22°C) | 2.5 inches (62 mm) | -1°C (30°F) | 33 mm (1.3 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.