Which place is cheaper, Wuyuan or Koh Lanta?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Koh Lanta or Wuyuan?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Koh Lanta and Wuyuan 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: Koh Lanta or Wuyuan?
Koh Lanta
Located on the southern coast of Thailand is a place populated by long beaches and diving hotspots. Consisting of several islands, Koh Lanta is a large island with nine beaches along the coast. The beautiful scenery makes this a quiet and relaxing spot for tourists. The crowds on this island tend to be older than the party-seekers on Ko Phi Phi so you'll find more activities like serene walks on the beach or travelers catching a sunset.
Wuyuan
Wuyuan, China is a small city in the Jiangxi Province in the south central area of the country. The city acts as a transport hub for the province, with many main bus routes running through it. Wuyuan also acts as the main thoroughfare when traveling to local remote villages in the area. It is best to know some Mandarin as this region does not see many non-Mandarin speaking tourists, which also means you should expect some very friendly attention!
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Eco Tours in Thailand, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Thailand, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Shanghai, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Beijing.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKoh Lanta $48Wuyuan $57
The average daily cost (per person) in Koh Lanta is $48, while the average daily cost in Wuyuan is $57. 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 Koh Lanta and Wuyuan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKoh Lanta $24Wuyuan $26
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKoh Lanta $48Wuyuan $52
Compare Hotels in Koh Lanta and Wuyuan
Looking for a hotel in Koh Lanta or Wuyuan? 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: Koh Lanta Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Koh Lanta $5.66Wuyuan $13
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Koh Lanta
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Koh Lanta:
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Ferry from Koh Phi Phi to Koh Lanta$16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Koh Lanta
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Koh Lanta:
- Koh lanta to phuket any hotel Private transfer: $171
- Koh Lanta :Krabi Airport Private Transfer:From Airport or Hotel: $111
- Pravate Transfer Lanta Island to Krabi Airport, Krabi Town, Ao nang: $74
- One-Way Transfer from Koh Lanta to Krabi Town or Airport by Minivan: $11
Is it cheaper to fly into Koh Lanta or Wuyuan?
Prices for flights to both Wuyuan and Koh Lanta 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 dayKoh Lanta $11Wuyuan $20
Typical Food Prices in Koh Lanta
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Koh Lanta:
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Casual Breakfast$4.36
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Casual Lunch$7.36
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Casual Dinner$12
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Fancy Dinner (for Two)$46
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Koh Lanta
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Koh Lanta.
- Cooking Experience at Lanta Thai Cookery School From Koh Lanta: $48
- Sukho Cuisine Thai Cooking School From Koh Lanta: $52
- Cooking Class and Market Tour at Lanta Thai Cookery School on Koh Lanta: $53
- Cooking Class & Market Tour with Thai Master Chef at Sukho Cuisine, Lanta: $62
Typical Food Prices in Wuyuan
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Wuyuan:
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Gummy Candy$0.28
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Cookies$0.69
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Koh Lanta $31Wuyuan $19
Typical Entertainment Prices in Koh Lanta
Here are a few typical costs in Koh Lanta for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Emerald Cave Tour$19
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Yoga Session (1 Hour)$9.55
Tours and Activities in Koh Lanta
Here are a few actual costs in Koh Lanta for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 4 Island Tour to Emerald Cave by Longtail Boat from Koh Lanta: $28
- 4 Islands Day Tour By Opal Travel Speedboat: $42
- Full Day Sea Cave and Mangrove Kayaking Tour From Koh Lanta: $52
- Half Day 2 Caves Ko Skull Tour Ko Lanta and Kayaking Ko Talabeng: $25
- Half Day Mangrove Forest Kayaking Tour From Koh Lanta: $29
- Koh Ha Koh Rok Day Tour by Opal Travel Speed boat: $47
- Koh Ngai, Koh Muk + Emerald Cave Snorkeling Tour by Classic Longtail Boat: $32
- Koh Phi Phi Day Tour by Opal Travel Speedboat: $42
- Lanta 4 Islands + Emerald Cave Snorkeling Tour: $26
- Lanta 4 Islands tour (Longtail boat): $26
- Lanta Mangrove Tour with Sea Cave Kayaking at Koh Talabeng: $30
- Lanta Old Town and Mangrove Forest Sightseeing Tour: $40
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKoh Lanta $3.79Wuyuan $14
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Koh Lanta and Wuyuan, we can see that Wuyuan is more expensive. And not only is Koh Lanta much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Koh Lanta would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Koh Lanta 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 Wuyuan would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Wuyuan than you might in Koh Lanta.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Koh Lanta Expensive? and Is Wuyuan Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Koh Lanta or Wuyuan?
Wuyuan has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Koh Lanta experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Koh Lanta or Wuyuan in the Summer?
Both Wuyuan and Koh Lanta during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Koh Lanta because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Koh Lanta is around the same temperature as Wuyuan in the summer. The daily temperature in Koh Lanta averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Wuyuan fluctuates around 30°C (85°F).
Wuyuan gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Koh Lanta. Koh Lanta usually gets more rain in July than Wuyuan. Koh Lanta gets 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain, while Wuyuan receives 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain this time of the year. June to September is the rainy season in Koh Lanta.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKoh Lanta 27°C (81°F)Wuyuan 30°C (85°F)
Should I visit Koh Lanta or Wuyuan in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Koh Lanta and Wuyuan. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Koh Lanta year-round.
In the autumn, Koh Lanta is a little warmer than Wuyuan. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Koh Lanta in October average around 27°C (81°F), and Wuyuan averages at about 20°C (68°F).
Koh Lanta gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Koh Lanta usually receives more rain than Wuyuan. Koh Lanta gets 281 mm (11.1 in) of rain, while Wuyuan receives 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKoh Lanta 27°C (81°F)Wuyuan 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Koh Lanta or Wuyuan in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Koh Lanta as well as Wuyuan. Koh Lanta attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Koh Lanta is generally much warmer than Wuyuan. Daily temperatures in Koh Lanta average around 27°C (80°F), and Wuyuan fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
Koh Lanta usually gets less rain in January than Wuyuan. Koh Lanta gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Wuyuan receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, January to April in Koh Lanta is the dry season.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKoh Lanta 27°C (80°F)Wuyuan 6°C (43°F)
Should I visit Koh Lanta or Wuyuan in the Spring?
Both Wuyuan and Koh Lanta are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Koh Lanta throughout the year.
Koh Lanta is much warmer than Wuyuan in the spring. The daily temperature in Koh Lanta averages around 29°C (85°F) in April, and Wuyuan fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Wuyuan. It's quite rainy in Koh Lanta. In April, Koh Lanta usually receives less rain than Wuyuan. Koh Lanta gets 124 mm (4.9 in) of rain, while Wuyuan receives 238 mm (9.4 in) of rain each month for the spring. The dry season in Koh Lanta is January to April. The rainy season in Koh Lanta is June to September.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKoh Lanta 29°C (85°F)Wuyuan 18°C (64°F)
Typical Weather for Wuyuan and Koh Lanta
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (80°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 123 mm (4.9 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (84°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 174 mm (6.8 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (85°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 238 mm (9.4 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 244 mm (9.6 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 257 mm (10.1 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 224 mm (8.8 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 270 mm (10.6 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 269 mm (10.6 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 192 mm (7.6 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 355 mm (14 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 281 mm (11.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (80°F) | 204 mm (8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (80°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 48 mm (1.9 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.