Which place is cheaper, Shenzhen or Koh Tarutao?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Koh Tarutao or Shenzhen?
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 Koh Tarutao and Shenzhen. 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: Koh Tarutao or Shenzhen?
Koh Tarutao
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.
Shenzhen
Located in the Guangdong Province of southeastern China, Shenzhen is a metropolis that connects Hong Kong to China's mainland. It is one of China's most populous cities, inhabited by vast array of people from other Chinese regions. It is perhaps best known for it shopping, collection of amusement parks, green parks, museums and galleries, and a few historic sites. It is on UNESCO's Creative Cities list.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Thailand, The Best Cultural Tours in Thailand, The Best Sightseeing Tours in China, and The Best Cultural Tours in China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKoh Tarutao $98Shenzhen $123
The average daily cost (per person) in Koh Tarutao is $98, while the average daily cost in Shenzhen is $123. 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 Shenzhen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKoh Tarutao $50Shenzhen $89
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKoh Tarutao $100Shenzhen $178
Compare Hotels in Koh Tarutao and Shenzhen
Looking for a hotel in Koh Tarutao or Shenzhen? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Koh Tarutao $34Shenzhen $15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Shenzhen
Also for Shenzhen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- [Airport Transfer] Shenzhen Airport 送 迎 Shenzhen City Transfer High reputation for service! : $32
- Transfer Hong Kong to Hong Kong Airport by Luxury Van or Sedan: $112
- Transfer Hong Kong Airport to Hong Kong by Luxury Van or Sedan: $112
- Shenzhen to Shenzhen Airport (SZX) - Departure Private Transfer: $47
- Shenzhen Private Transfer from Shenzhen central to Shenzhen Bao'an Airport (SZX): $79
- Shenzhen Private Transfer from Shenzhen Bao'an Airport (SZX) to central Shenzhen: $79
- Shenzhen Int Airport (SZX) to Shenzhen - Arrival Private Transfer: $47
- Shenzhen Bao'an Airport Private Arrival Transfer to City Center: $49
- Shenzhen Airport (SZX): Private Transfer to/from Shenzhen: $48
- Shenzhen Airport (SZX) to Round Trip Private Transfer: $94
- Shenzhen Airport (SZX) to Guangzhou - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $105
- Private Transfer: Hong Kong City to Hong Kong Airport HKG in Luxury Van: $133
Is it cheaper to fly into Koh Tarutao or Shenzhen?
Prices for flights to both Shenzhen and Koh Tarutao 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 Tarutao $28Shenzhen $20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Shenzhen
For Shenzhen, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Vegetarian Food Tour: $77
- Wet market tour & cooking class with local mum: $90
- Hong Kong Food Tour: Sham Shui Po District: $108
- Hong Kong Food Tour: Central and Sheung Wan Districts: $108
- Secret Food Tour With the Locals in Tin Hau Hong Kong w/ Private Tour Option: $109
- Traditional Chinese Pun Choi cooking class in Hong Kong: $112
- Hong Kong Food Tour with a Local: A Feast for Foodies 100% Personalized: $160
- Kowloon Street Food Tour with a Local: 100% Personalized & Private: $160
- The 10 Tastings of Hong Kong With Locals: Private Street Food Tour : $161
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Koh Tarutao $14Shenzhen $17
Tours and Activities in Shenzhen
For Shenzhen, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Shenzhen Self-Guided Flexible Tour with Private Car and Driver : $86
- (Private class) Hong Kong gourmet baking experience class: Hong Kong-style egg tart + custard mooncake: $88
- 2.5-Hour Shenzhen City-Village Walking Tour: Back In The 90's & TikTok Influence: $51
- 4-Hour Private Hong Kong Layover Tour: $263
- 4-Hour Small Group Kowloon Sightseeing Tour: $103
- 60 Minutes Virtual Reality Experience in Hong Kong: $37
- A Private Tour of Hong Kong with Mercedes-Benz: $275
- Afternoon Hiking Tour Sharp Island Geopark: $38
- Aqua Luna: Evening Cruise at Victoria Harbour Hong Kong: $40
- Aqua Luna: Symphony of Lights Cruise in Hong Kong: $49
- Authentic Hong Kong Private Tour: $275
- Big Bus Hong Kong Open Top Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour: $50
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKoh Tarutao $7.01Shenzhen $19
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Koh Tarutao and Shenzhen, we can see that Shenzhen is more expensive. And not only is Koh Tarutao much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Koh Tarutao would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Koh Tarutao 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 Shenzhen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Shenzhen than you might in Koh Tarutao.
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 Shenzhen Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Koh Tarutao or Shenzhen?
Shenzhen has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Koh Tarutao experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Koh Tarutao or Shenzhen in the Summer?
Both Shenzhen and Koh Tarutao are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Koh Tarutao throughout the year.
Koh Tarutao is around the same temperature as Shenzhen in the summer. The daily temperature in Koh Tarutao averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Shenzhen fluctuates around 30°C (85°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Shenzhen. It's quite rainy in Koh Tarutao. In July, Koh Tarutao usually receives less rain than Shenzhen. Koh Tarutao gets 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain, while Shenzhen receives 323 mm (12.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKoh Tarutao 27°C (81°F)Shenzhen 30°C (85°F)
Should I visit Koh Tarutao or Shenzhen in the Autumn?
Both Shenzhen and Koh Tarutao during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Koh Tarutao because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the autumn, Koh Tarutao is around the same temperature as Shenzhen. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Koh Tarutao in October average around 27°C (81°F), and Shenzhen averages at about 26°C (78°F).
Shenzhen 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 October than Shenzhen. Koh Tarutao gets 281 mm (11.1 in) of rain, while Shenzhen receives 143 mm (5.6 in) of rain this time of the year. November to April is the dry season in Koh Tarutao. May and October is the rainy season in Koh Tarutao.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKoh Tarutao 27°C (81°F)Shenzhen 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Koh Tarutao or Shenzhen in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Koh Tarutao and Shenzhen. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Koh Tarutao year-round.
In January, Koh Tarutao is generally much warmer than Shenzhen. Daily temperatures in Koh Tarutao average around 27°C (80°F), and Shenzhen fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
In January, Koh Tarutao usually receives more rain than Shenzhen. Koh Tarutao gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Shenzhen receives 26 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKoh Tarutao 27°C (80°F)Shenzhen 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Koh Tarutao or Shenzhen in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Koh Tarutao as well as Shenzhen. Koh Tarutao attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Koh Tarutao is a little warmer than Shenzhen in the spring. The daily temperature in Koh Tarutao averages around 29°C (85°F) in April, and Shenzhen fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
It's quite rainy in Shenzhen. Koh Tarutao receives a lot of rain in the spring. Koh Tarutao usually gets less rain in April than Shenzhen. Koh Tarutao gets 124 mm (4.9 in) of rain, while Shenzhen receives 154 mm (6.1 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, November to April in Koh Tarutao is the dry season. May and October in Koh Tarutao is the rainy season.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKoh Tarutao 29°C (85°F)Shenzhen 23°C (73°F)
Typical Weather for Shenzhen and Koh Tarutao
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (80°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (84°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (85°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 154 mm (6.1 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 244 mm (9.6 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 325 mm (12.8 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 224 mm (8.8 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 382 mm (15 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 269 mm (10.6 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 323 mm (12.7 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 393 mm (15.5 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 355 mm (14 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 300 mm (11.8 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 281 mm (11.1 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (80°F) | 204 mm (8 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (80°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 27 mm (1.1 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.