Which place is cheaper, Wuhu or Khao Lak?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Khao Lak or Wuhu?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Khao Lak and Wuhu can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Khao Lak or Wuhu?
Khao Lak
Resiliency and relaxation. Those are the two words used to describe one of Thailand's most breathtaking cities. Khao Lak is located in southern Thailand, and when the tsunami of 2004 hit, this area saw the most damage. With more than 4,000 fatalities, 3,000 still unaccounted for and enormous structural damages, many thought Khao Lak would not be able to bounce back. They have proved everyone wrong with a strong and impressive recovery. Now it has returned to its status of vacation hotspot. Unlike neighboring Phuket, though, the resorts in Khao Lak are designed for families and some peace and quiet.
Wuhu
The city of Wuhu is located in the southeast of the Anhui province of China. It lies on the south bank of the Yangtze River, and about 74 miles from the capital city of Hefei. It is made of floodplains, terraces and low hills, and its plentiful water supply makes it the perfect spot for fish and rice production.
The area has a subtropical climate with a humid monsoon season. When planning your trip, remember that the rainy season is from spring to early winter with the heaviest rainfall from mid-June to early July. So the best trips will be in autumn when it is nice and cool, and the chrysanthemums are in bloom.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Thailand, The Best Wildlife Tours to Thailand, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Lhasa, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Shanghai.
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Khao Lak Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKhao Lak $155Wuhu $116
The average daily cost (per person) in Khao Lak is $155, while the average daily cost in Wuhu is $116. 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 Khao Lak and Wuhu in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKhao Lak $59Wuhu $30
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKhao Lak $118Wuhu $60
Compare Hotels in Khao Lak and Wuhu
Looking for a hotel in Khao Lak or Wuhu? 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: Khao Lak Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Khao Lak $60Wuhu $26
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Khao Lak
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Khao Lak:
- 30-Minutes Guided Tour & Transfer to Khaolak Elephant Sanctuary: $48
- Private Transfer from Phuket Airport to Khao Lak: $51
- 2-Hour Guided Eco-Tour & Transfer to Khaolak Elephant Sanctuary: $73
- Transfer from Khao Lak Hotel to Phuket Airport: $75
- Khao Lak River Tubing with Music, Drink, and Transfer: $95
- Carnival Magic Phuket Show Ticket with Transfer from Khao Lak: $97
- Private Transfer from Khao Lak to Phuket (HKT) Airport: $110
- Transfer Service from Khao Lak Hotel to Krabi / Aonang: $119
- Similan Island Snorkeling Adventure -Full-Day Tour with Transfers: $137
- Khao Lak any hotel to Koh Lanta any hotel Private transfer: $198
- Private Transfer Between Ko Lanta and Khao Lak: $242
Is it cheaper to fly into Khao Lak or Wuhu?
Prices for flights to both Wuhu and Khao Lak 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 dayKhao Lak $61Wuhu $68
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Khao Lak
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Khao Lak.
- Thai Cooking Class in Khao Lak by Amazon Prime Series Chef: $59
- Riverside Thai Cooking Half Day Class: $65
- Khao Lak Thai Cooking Class with Market Tour & Your Own Menu: $89
- Authentic Thai Cooking in Khao Lak – Market Tour & Flexible Menu: $89
- Khao Sok Local Life Adventure & Traditional Cooking Class: $102
- ATV Quad Bike Excursion to Stunning Waterfalls with Dinner: $111
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Khao Lak $22Wuhu $18
Tours and Activities in Khao Lak
Here are a few actual costs in Khao Lak for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Khao Lak Ethical Elephant Sanctuary Conservation Experience: $25
- Bamboo Rafting and Sea Turtle Conservation Center Half Day Tour From Khao Lak: $43
- Guide Tour to Khaolak Elephant Sanctuary in Small Group: $52
- 1-Hour Guided Khaolak Elephant Sanctuary Observation Tour: $57
- Sky Rock Khaolak Jungle Adventure: $68
- Historical And Cultural Day Tour To Takuapa Old Town From Khao Lak: $69
- Full-Day Temple Tour Including Dragon Cave from Khao Lak: $76
- James Bond Island Adventure Tour from Khao Lak including Sea Canoeing & Lunch: $77
- Khao Lak Eco Exploration Raft Ride & Discover Tour: $80
- Khaolak Elephant Sanctuary Visit & River Tubing Tour: $80
- 30 Minutes Khaolak ATV Quadbike & Waterfall Adventure: $80
- Half day Bamboo Rafting Tour with Lunch: $80
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKhao Lak $15Wuhu $8.21
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Khao Lak and Wuhu, we can see that Khao Lak is more expensive. And not only is Wuhu much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Wuhu would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Wuhu 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 Khao Lak would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Khao Lak than you might in Wuhu.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Khao Lak Expensive? and Is Wuhu Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Khao Lak or Wuhu?
Wuhu has a larger population, and is about 300 times larger than the population of Khao Lak. When comparing the sizes of Khao Lak and Wuhu, 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 Khao Lak or Wuhu?
Wuhu has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Khao Lak experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Khao Lak or Wuhu in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Khao Lak and Wuhu. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Khao Lak year-round.
In July, Khao Lak is generally around the same temperature as Wuhu. Daily temperatures in Khao Lak average around 28°C (82°F), and Wuhu fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).
Wuhu receives a lot of rain in the summer. Khao Lak gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Khao Lak usually receives more rain than Wuhu. Khao Lak gets 284 mm (11.2 in) of rain, while Wuhu receives 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKhao Lak 28°C (82°F)Wuhu 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Khao Lak or Wuhu in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Khao Lak as well as Wuhu. Khao Lak attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Khao Lak is much warmer than Wuhu in the autumn. The daily temperature in Khao Lak averages around 27°C (81°F) in October, and Wuhu fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
Khao Lak receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Khao Lak usually gets more rain in October than Wuhu. Khao Lak gets 351 mm (13.8 in) of rain, while Wuhu receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, November to April in Khao Lak is the dry season. May to October in Khao Lak is the rainy season.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKhao Lak 27°C (81°F)Wuhu 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Khao Lak or Wuhu in the Winter?
Both Wuhu and Khao Lak are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Khao Lak throughout the year.
Wuhu can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Khao Lak is much warmer than Wuhu. Typically, the winter temperatures in Khao Lak in January average around 27°C (80°F), and Wuhu averages at about 3°C (37°F).
In January, Khao Lak usually receives more rain than Wuhu. Khao Lak gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Wuhu receives 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKhao Lak 27°C (80°F)Wuhu 3°C (37°F)
Should I visit Khao Lak or Wuhu in the Spring?
Both Wuhu and Khao Lak during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Khao Lak because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Khao Lak is generally much warmer than Wuhu. Daily temperatures in Khao Lak average around 29°C (83°F), and Wuhu fluctuates around 15°C (60°F).
Wuhu gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Khao Lak. Khao Lak usually gets more rain in April than Wuhu. Khao Lak gets 157 mm (6.2 in) of rain, while Wuhu receives 101 mm (4 in) of rain this time of the year. November to April is the dry season in Khao Lak. May to October is the rainy season in Khao Lak.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKhao Lak 29°C (83°F)Wuhu 15°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Wuhu and Khao Lak
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (80°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (83°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (83°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 345 mm (13.6 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 286 mm (11.3 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 284 mm (11.2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 272 mm (10.7 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 158 mm (6.2 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 417 mm (16.4 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 105 mm (4.1 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 351 mm (13.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (80°F) | 188 mm (7.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (80°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 25 mm (1 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.