Which place is cheaper, Yangshuo or Koh Tarutao?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Koh Tarutao or Yangshuo?
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 Yangshuo. 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 Yangshuo?
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.
Yangshuo
A county of the city, Guilin, Yangshuo is located in a region famous for its karst topography. Surrounded by jagged mountain peaks and bordered on one side by the Li River, Yangshuo has become a popular home base for tourists looking to explore the region's natural wonders. Backpackers and tourists, both foreign and domestic, come to Yangshuo every year making it a city of many cultures. Most locals are even able to speak English, which is fairly uncommon for Chinese cities.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Thailand, The Best Cultural Tours in Thailand, The Best Budget Tours to China, and The Best Tours for Seniors to China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKoh Tarutao $98Yangshuo $72
The average daily cost (per person) in Koh Tarutao is $98, while the average daily cost in Yangshuo is $72. 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 Yangshuo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKoh Tarutao $50Yangshuo $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKoh Tarutao $100Yangshuo $50
Compare Hotels in Koh Tarutao and Yangshuo
Looking for a hotel in Koh Tarutao or Yangshuo? 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 $34Yangshuo $42
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yangshuo
Also for Yangshuo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Yangshuo Transfer from Hotel to Longji terraces Hotel: $96
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo hotel to Xingping hotel: $21
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo hotel to Longsheng hotel: $85
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo hotel to Guilin hotel: $37
- Private Transfer from Xingping hotel to Yangshuo hotel: $21
- Private Transfer from Xingping hotel to Longsheng hotel: $107
- Private Impression Sanjie Liu Evening Show with Hotel Transfer: $88
- Private Departure Transfer: Yangshuo to Guilin Train Stations: $49
- Impression Liu Sanjie - Ticket Booking (including Round-trip Transfer): $75
- Guilin Private Transfer in English-speaking Services: Between Airport & Yangshuo: $106
Is it cheaper to fly into Koh Tarutao or Yangshuo?
Prices for flights to both Yangshuo 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 $28Yangshuo $19
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yangshuo
For Yangshuo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 3-Hour Yangshuo Cooking Class with Yangshuo Town Shopping: $138
- Yangshuo Full Day Tour: Cooking class, River boat, Light Show: $259
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Koh Tarutao $14Yangshuo $23
Tours and Activities in Yangshuo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Yangshuo.
- Yangshuo Helicopter Tour from Yangshuo hotel: $149
- 1 Day - Yangshuo Bike Tour: $80
- 1-Day Guilin City Tour and Ends of Longji Rice Terraces from Yangshuo: $218
- 1-Day Guilin City Tour with the Daxu Town and Yao Mountain from Yangshuo: $187
- 1-Day Longji Rice Terraces hiking tour from Guilin/Yangshuo hotel: $188
- 2 Day - Longji Rice Terraces - Sunrise Hiking Tour: $280
- All Inclusive Private Hiking Tour in Yangshuo: $84
- Full-day Tour: Longji Rice Terraces & Minority Villages: $146
- Full/Half-Day Yangshuo Xianggong Hill Sunrise Private Tour: $136
- Guilin Highlight Sightseeing Private Day City Tour: $139
- Guilin Tea plantation and Longji Rice Terraces Day Tour from Xingping hotel: $181
- Guilin Yangshuo Day tour from Guangzhou by Round Way Bullet Train: $212
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKoh Tarutao $7.01Yangshuo $33
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Koh Tarutao and Yangshuo, we can see that Koh Tarutao is more expensive. And not only is Yangshuo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Yangshuo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Yangshuo 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 Koh Tarutao would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Koh Tarutao than you might in Yangshuo.
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 Yangshuo Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Koh Tarutao or Yangshuo?
Yangshuo 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 Yangshuo in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Koh Tarutao and Yangshuo. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Koh Tarutao year-round.
In July, Koh Tarutao is generally around the same temperature as Yangshuo. Daily temperatures in Koh Tarutao average around 27°C (81°F), and Yangshuo fluctuates around 30°C (86°F).
Yangshuo receives a lot of rain in the summer. Koh Tarutao gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Koh Tarutao usually receives more rain than Yangshuo. Koh Tarutao gets 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKoh Tarutao 27°C (81°F)Yangshuo 30°C (86°F)
Should I visit Koh Tarutao or Yangshuo in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Koh Tarutao as well as Yangshuo. Koh Tarutao attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Koh Tarutao is a little warmer than Yangshuo in the autumn. The daily temperature in Koh Tarutao averages around 27°C (81°F) in October, and Yangshuo fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
Koh Tarutao receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Koh Tarutao usually gets more rain in October than Yangshuo. Koh Tarutao gets 281 mm (11.1 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 93 mm (3.7 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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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKoh Tarutao 27°C (81°F)Yangshuo 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Koh Tarutao or Yangshuo in the Winter?
Both Yangshuo and Koh Tarutao are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Koh Tarutao throughout the year.
In the winter, Koh Tarutao is much warmer than Yangshuo. Typically, the winter temperatures in Koh Tarutao in January average around 27°C (80°F), and Yangshuo averages at about 10°C (49°F).
In January, Koh Tarutao usually receives less rain than Yangshuo. Koh Tarutao gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKoh Tarutao 27°C (80°F)Yangshuo 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Koh Tarutao or Yangshuo in the Spring?
Both Yangshuo and Koh Tarutao during the spring 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 April, Koh Tarutao is generally a little warmer than Yangshuo. Daily temperatures in Koh Tarutao average around 29°C (85°F), and Yangshuo fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
Yangshuo 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 less rain in April than Yangshuo. Koh Tarutao gets 124 mm (4.9 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 263 mm (10.3 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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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKoh Tarutao 29°C (85°F)Yangshuo 20°C (68°F)
Typical Weather for Yangshuo and Koh Tarutao
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (80°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (84°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (85°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 244 mm (9.6 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 224 mm (8.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 269 mm (10.6 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 355 mm (14 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 281 mm (11.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (80°F) | 204 mm (8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (80°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
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