Which place is cheaper, Khao Sok National Park or Kobe?
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Should you visit Kobe or Khao Sok National Park?
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 Kobe and Khao Sok National Park. 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: Kobe or Khao Sok National Park?
Kobe
Located between the sea and the Rokko mountain range, Kobe is a port city in Japan also considered to be one of the country's most attractive. Though it was devastated by a historic earthquake in 1995, known locally as the Great Hanshin Earthquake, Kobe has fully recovered to its cosmopolitan splendor with plenty for visitors to see and do.
Khao Sok National Park
In the south of Thailand, visitors will find a gorgeous getaway of pure nature. The Khao Sok National Park is a jungle reserve that covers over 700 square kilometers, and described as one of the most beautiful wildlife reserves in the country.
Many say this jungle is over 160 million years old making it one of the world's oldest rainforests. The lush environment of limestone, waterfalls and thickets of vegetation will make any wanderer eager to discover more. Keep your eyes peeled for bears, boars, gaurs, tapirs, gibbons, deer, marbled cats, wild elephants and more. Look to the sky for over 300 species of bird and 38 different types of bats.
You'll find the best time to book is from December to April, better known as the dry season. From June to October there is significantly more rain and the threat of monsoons. Not only does it rain on your parade, but also it causes the leeches to emerge.
To enter the park is a 300 baht fee for foreigners, 150 for children, and 40 for Thai citizens. If someone tries to sell you a ticket for more than that, simply buy one at the park entrance. When planning your stay remember that your entrance fee is only valid for 24 hours. If you're staying multiple days, you'll need to pay up front. Often if you're with a tour, the entrance fee is included in the tour price, but you should inquire about this to make sure.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Tokyo, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Japan, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Thailand, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Thailand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKobe $130Khao Sok National Park $126
The average daily cost (per person) in Kobe is $130, while the average daily cost in Khao Sok National Park is $126. 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 Kobe and Khao Sok National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKobe $63Khao Sok National Park $28
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKobe $126Khao Sok National Park $56
Compare Hotels in Kobe and Khao Sok National Park
Looking for a hotel in Kobe or Khao Sok 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.
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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: Kobe Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kobe $14Khao Sok National Park $74
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kobe
Also for Kobe, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer Kobe Airport UKB to Osaka and Kobe City: $58
- Kobe hotels to Kobe Airport (UKB) - Departure Private Transfer: $71
- Kobe Airport (UKB) to Kobe hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $71
- Private Transfer from Kobe Airport (UKB) to Kobe Cruise Port: $71
- Private Transfer from Kobe Cruise Port to Kobe Airport (UKB): $71
- Private Transfer from Kobe Port to Osaka Kansai Airport (KIX): $71
- Kobe to Osaka Kansai Airport (KIX) - Departure Private Transfer: $76
- Private Transfer from Kobe Cruise Port to Kobe Airport (UKB): $91
- Arima Onsen Resorts to Osaka Airport (ITM) Departure Transfer: $111
- Kobe City: Private transfer to/from Itami Airport: $115
- Kobe Airport (UKB) to Kobe hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $141
- Arrival Private Transfers from Kobe Airport UKB to Kobe City in Business Car: $144
Is it cheaper to fly into Kobe or Khao Sok National Park?
Prices for flights to both Khao Sok National Park and Kobe 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 dayKobe $54Khao Sok National Park $52
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kobe
For Kobe, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Okonomiyaki Cooking Class: Create Your Own Savory Pancake: $55
- Kobe Home Cooking Ramen and Gyoza Cooking Class: $61
- Shinkaichi Evening Food Tour with Local Guide: $71
- Shinkaichi Evening Food Tour with Local Guide: $72
- Discover Kobe's Flavors On A Cooking Class: $76
- Kobe Private Food Tour with Local Guide: $95
- Cooking Class with Kobe Beef Sukiyaki and Origami: $101
- Eat Like a Local Private & Personalized Food Tour: $224
- Private tour in Kobe with beef dinner: $487
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kobe $24Khao Sok National Park $33
Tours and Activities in Kobe
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Kobe.
- Port Tower Admission Ticket: $6.76
- ANCHOR Nightclub Admission Ticket (For Foreign): $6.84
- Rokko Forest Sound Museum Admission Ticket: $9.46
- Classic Kobe GPS App Walking Tour Mobile Game: $14
- Kobe Port Tower Entry Ticket: $18
- Urban Aquarium AQUARIUM×ART átoa Entry Ticket: $22
- Private Ring Craft Experience in Kobe: $23
- Make Your Own Personalized Ring in Kobe - UniqueJewelryExperience: $25
- Sorakuen Garden Guided Walking Tour: $43
- Bar Hopping Tour with a Local Guide: $46
- Arima Onsen History Tour: $46
- 1-Day Guided Tour - Enjoy Kobe to the fullest: $47
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKobe $8.87Khao Sok National Park $6.50
Sample the Local Flavors in Kobe
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Kobe:
- Private Sake Tour and Tasting at a Kobe Brewery: $82
- Sake Brewery and Japanese Life Experience Tour in Kobe: $87
- Sake Brewery Tour with Tasting Sake: $88
- KOBE Sake brewery PRIVATE walking tour with Local guide: $89
- Sake Brewery Tour with Tasting and Kobe Beef Bites: $108
- 5-Hour Nadagogo Sake Brewery Private Guided Experience: $186
When comparing the travel costs between Kobe and Khao Sok National Park, we can see that Kobe 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 Kobe Expensive? and Is Khao Sok National Park Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Kobe or Khao Sok National Park?
Kobe has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Khao Sok National Park experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Kobe or Khao Sok National Park in the Summer?
Both Khao Sok National Park and Kobe during the summer are popular places to visit. The city activities and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Kobe this time of year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Khao Sok National Park year-round.
Kobe is around the same temperature as Khao Sok National Park in the summer. The daily temperature in Kobe averages around 27°C (80°F) in July, and Khao Sok National Park fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
In Khao Sok National Park, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the summer, Kobe often gets less sunshine than Khao Sok National Park. Kobe gets 183 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Khao Sok National Park receives 206 hours of full sun.
Khao Sok National Park gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Kobe. Kobe usually gets less rain in July than Khao Sok National Park. Kobe gets 157 mm (6.2 in) of rain, while Khao Sok National Park receives 284 mm (11.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKobe 27°C (80°F)Khao Sok National Park 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Kobe or Khao Sok National Park in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Kobe and Khao Sok National Park. Many travelers come to Kobe for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene. Khao Sok National Park attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the autumn, Kobe is cooler than Khao Sok National Park. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Kobe in October average around 18°C (65°F), and Khao Sok National Park averages at about 27°C (81°F).
Kobe usually receives less sunshine than Khao Sok National Park during autumn. Kobe gets 159 hours of sunny skies, while Khao Sok National Park receives 181 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Khao Sok National Park receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Kobe gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Kobe usually receives less rain than Khao Sok National Park. Kobe gets 102 mm (4 in) of rain, while Khao Sok National Park receives 351 mm (13.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKobe 18°C (65°F)Khao Sok National Park 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Kobe or Khao Sok National Park in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Kobe as well as Khao Sok National Park. Many visitors come to Kobe in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. The warm climate attracts visitors to Khao Sok National Park throughout the year.
In January, Kobe is generally much colder than Khao Sok National Park. Daily temperatures in Kobe average around 5°C (42°F), and Khao Sok National Park fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Khao Sok National Park. In the winter, Kobe often gets less sunshine than Khao Sok National Park. Kobe gets 140 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Khao Sok National Park receives 287 hours of full sun.
Kobe usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Khao Sok National Park. Kobe gets 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Khao Sok National Park receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKobe 5°C (42°F)Khao Sok National Park 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Kobe or Khao Sok National Park in the Spring?
Both Khao Sok National Park and Kobe are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Kobe for the activities around the city during these months. Plenty of visitors come to Khao Sok National Park because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Kobe is much colder than Khao Sok National Park in the spring. The daily temperature in Kobe averages around 15°C (58°F) in April, and Khao Sok National Park fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).
It's quite sunny in Khao Sok National Park. Kobe usually receives less sunshine than Khao Sok National Park during spring. Kobe gets 176 hours of sunny skies, while Khao Sok National Park receives 249 hours of full sun in the spring.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Khao Sok National Park. It's quite rainy in Kobe. In April, Kobe usually receives less rain than Khao Sok National Park. Kobe gets 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain, while Khao Sok National Park receives 157 mm (6.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKobe 15°C (58°F)Khao Sok National Park 29°C (83°F)
Typical Weather for Khao Sok National Park and Kobe
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 5°C (42°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (42°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 9°C (47°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (58°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 345 mm (13.6 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 219 mm (8.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 286 mm (11.3 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (80°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 284 mm (11.2 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (83°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 272 mm (10.7 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (76°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 417 mm (16.4 in) |
| Oct | 18°C (65°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 351 mm (13.8 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (55°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 188 mm (7.4 in) |
| Dec | 8°C (46°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
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