A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Koh Lipe vs. Wuhu for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Koh Lipe or Wuhu?

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 Koh Lipe and Wuhu can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Koh Lipe or Wuhu?

Koh Lipe

Ko Lipe used to be one of Thailand's most gorgeous hidden treasures. While it's still breathtaking, it's certainly not hidden anymore. With a small community of approximately 700 chow lair, or sea gypsies, this region is doing its best to maintain the beauty of its culture and beaches despite the influx of tourism. The rapid development has seen additions of concrete cafes and travel agencies. There are still rich, cultural gems to find in Ko Lipe - you just have to be willing to wander.

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 Budget Tours to Thailand, The Best Tours for Seniors to Thailand, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Lhasa, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Shanghai.


Which place is cheaper, Wuhu or Koh Lipe?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Koh Lipe is $85, while the average daily cost in Wuhu is $86. 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 Lipe and Wuhu in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Koh Lipe $44
    Wuhu $30
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Koh Lipe $88
    Wuhu $60
Compare Hotels in Koh Lipe and Wuhu

Looking for a hotel in Koh Lipe 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.

Hotels in Koh Lipe


Hotels in Wuhu


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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 Lipe Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Koh Lipe $18
    Wuhu $26

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Koh Lipe

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Koh Lipe:

  • Private Transfer Pak Bara Pier to Hatyai Airport by Van: $69

Is it cheaper to fly into Koh Lipe or Wuhu?

Prices for flights to both Wuhu and Koh Lipe 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Koh Lipe $26
    Wuhu $39

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Koh Lipe $23
    Wuhu $18

Tours and Activities in Koh Lipe

Here are a few actual costs in Koh Lipe for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • 2 Hours Tour Sunset Cruise Around Lipe: $15
  • Experience the Koh Lipe Backyard including 5 Mysterious Islands: $21
  • Full-Day Koh Lipe 7 Islands Snorkeling Experience with Lunch: $24
  • Experience the Koh Lipe Frontier in the Eastern Adang Archipelago: $25
  • Discover Scuba Diving (DSD) 1 day Experience: $111

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Koh Lipe $8.18
    Wuhu $8.08


When comparing the travel costs between Koh Lipe and Wuhu, we can see that Wuhu 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 Koh Lipe Expensive? and Is Wuhu Expensive?.



When is the best time to visit Koh Lipe or Wuhu?

Wuhu has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Koh Lipe experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Koh Lipe or Wuhu in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Koh Lipe and Wuhu. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Koh Lipe year-round.

In July, Koh Lipe is generally around the same temperature as Wuhu. Daily temperatures in Koh Lipe average around 27°C (81°F), and Wuhu fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).

Wuhu receives a lot of rain in the summer. Koh Lipe gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Koh Lipe usually receives more rain than Wuhu. Koh Lipe gets 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain, while Wuhu receives 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Koh Lipe 27°C (81°F) 
    Wuhu 28°C (83°F)

Should I visit Koh Lipe or Wuhu in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Koh Lipe as well as Wuhu. Koh Lipe attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

Koh Lipe is much warmer than Wuhu in the autumn. The daily temperature in Koh Lipe averages around 27°C (81°F) in October, and Wuhu fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).

Koh Lipe receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Koh Lipe usually gets more rain in October than Wuhu. Koh Lipe gets 281 mm (11.1 in) of rain, while Wuhu receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, December to April in Koh Lipe is the dry season. May to October in Koh Lipe is the rainy season.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Koh Lipe 27°C (81°F) 
    Wuhu 17°C (63°F)

Should I visit Koh Lipe or Wuhu in the Winter?

Both Wuhu and Koh Lipe are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Koh Lipe throughout the year.

It's quite cold in Wuhu in the winter. In the winter, Koh Lipe is much warmer than Wuhu. Typically, the winter temperatures in Koh Lipe in January average around 27°C (80°F), and Wuhu averages at about 3°C (37°F).

In January, Koh Lipe usually receives more rain than Wuhu. Koh Lipe gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Wuhu receives 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Koh Lipe 27°C (80°F) 
    Wuhu 3°C (37°F)

Should I visit Koh Lipe or Wuhu in the Spring?

Both Wuhu and Koh Lipe during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Koh Lipe because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

In April, Koh Lipe is generally much warmer than Wuhu. Daily temperatures in Koh Lipe average around 29°C (85°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 Koh Lipe. Koh Lipe usually gets more rain in April than Wuhu. Koh Lipe gets 124 mm (4.9 in) of rain, while Wuhu receives 101 mm (4 in) of rain this time of the year. December to April is the dry season in Koh Lipe. May to October is the rainy season in Koh Lipe.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Koh Lipe 29°C (85°F) 
    Wuhu 15°C (60°F)

Typical Weather for Wuhu and Koh Lipe

Koh Lipe Wuhu
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 27°C (80°F) 50 mm (2 in) 3°C (37°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
Feb 28°C (82°F) 23 mm (0.9 in) 4°C (40°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Mar 29°C (84°F) 51 mm (2 in) 9°C (48°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Apr 29°C (85°F) 124 mm (4.9 in) 15°C (60°F) 101 mm (4 in)
May 29°C (83°F) 244 mm (9.6 in) 21°C (69°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Jun 28°C (82°F) 224 mm (8.8 in) 25°C (77°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)
Jul 27°C (81°F) 269 mm (10.6 in) 28°C (83°F) 174 mm (6.9 in)
Aug 27°C (81°F) 262 mm (10.3 in) 28°C (83°F) 158 mm (6.2 in)
Sep 27°C (81°F) 355 mm (14 in) 23°C (74°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Oct 27°C (81°F) 281 mm (11.1 in) 17°C (63°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Nov 27°C (80°F) 204 mm (8 in) 11°C (52°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Dec 27°C (80°F) 116 mm (4.6 in) 5°C (41°F) 25 mm (1 in)