Which place is cheaper, Penang or Koh Tarutao?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Koh Tarutao and Penang. 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.
While much of Thailand has been built up into a tourist destination of hotels and resorts, there are spots that are still untouched and covered in the beauty of this part of the world. The unspoiled regions of the Ko Tarutao Marine National Park is 51 islands of rainforest ready for visitors. Established in 1974, the park is the second oldest in the country, and was the setting for the 2002 season of the reality television show Survivor. The park includes stunning coral reefs, pristine white beaches and wildlife of all shapes and sizes. Trek through and keep your eyes out for mouse deer, wild pigs, sea otters, tree pythons, sea eagles, hornbills, reef egrets and so much more.
Just off the northwestern coast of Malaysia is the charming and diverse island state of Penang. As the link between the ancient kingdoms of Asia and Europe's colonial empire, this area is enriched with Malay, Chinese, Indian and European influences. This exciting culture is centered in George Town, the main city of the state.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Thailand, The Best Cultural Tours in Thailand, The Best Tours for Seniors to Malaysia, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Malaysia.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Koh Tarutao is $99, while the average daily cost in Penang is $104. 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 Tarutao and Penang in more detail.
Looking for a hotel in Koh Tarutao or Penang? 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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Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Penang:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Penang:
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Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Penang:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Penang.
Here are a few typical costs in Penang for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
Here are a few actual costs in Penang for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Penang:
When comparing the travel costs between Koh Tarutao and Penang, we can see that Penang 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 Tarutao Expensive? and Is Penang Expensive?.
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Both Penang and Koh Tarutao during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Koh Tarutao because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Penang year-round.
Penang gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Koh Tarutao. Koh Tarutao usually gets more rain in July than Penang. Koh Tarutao gets 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain, while Penang receives 210 mm (8.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
Koh Tarutao is around the same temperature as Penang in the summer. The daily temperature in Koh Tarutao averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Penang fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Koh Tarutao and Penang. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Koh Tarutao year-round. Penang attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
November to April in Koh Tarutao is the dry season. Also, May and October is the rainy season in Koh Tarutao. Penang receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Koh Tarutao gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Koh Tarutao usually receives less rain than Penang. Koh Tarutao gets 281 mm (11.1 in) of rain, while Penang receives 340 mm (13.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
In the autumn, Koh Tarutao is around the same temperature as Penang. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Koh Tarutao in October average around 27°C (81°F), and Penang averages at about 27°C (81°F).
The winter brings many poeple to Koh Tarutao as well as Penang. Koh Tarutao attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Penang throughout the year.
Koh Tarutao usually gets less rain in January than Penang. Koh Tarutao gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Penang receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
In January, Koh Tarutao is generally around the same temperature as Penang. Daily temperatures in Koh Tarutao average around 27°C (80°F), and Penang fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
Both Penang and Koh Tarutao are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Koh Tarutao throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Penang because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The dry season in Koh Tarutao is November to April. The rainy season in Koh Tarutao is May and October. It rains a lot this time of the year in Penang. It's quite rainy in Koh Tarutao. In April, Koh Tarutao usually receives less rain than Penang. Koh Tarutao gets 124 mm (4.9 in) of rain, while Penang receives 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Koh Tarutao is around the same temperature as Penang in the spring. The daily temperature in Koh Tarutao averages around 29°C (85°F) in April, and Penang fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
Koh Tarutao | Penang | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 27°C (80°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
Mar | 29°C (84°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
Apr | 29°C (85°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) |
May | 29°C (83°F) | 244 mm (9.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) |
Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 224 mm (8.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 269 mm (10.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) |
Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) |
Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 355 mm (14 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 330 mm (13 in) |
Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 281 mm (11.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 340 mm (13.4 in) |
Nov | 27°C (80°F) | 204 mm (8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 230 mm (9.1 in) |
Dec | 27°C (80°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |