A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Krabi vs. El Nido for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

• Krabi Prices
  El Nido Prices
• Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
  Krabi $41
  El Nido $32

The average daily cost (per person) in Krabi is $41, while the average daily cost in El Nido is $32. 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 city. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Krabi and El Nido in more detail.

Accommodation

• Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
  Krabi $25
  El Nido $11
• Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
  Krabi $50
  El Nido $22

Local Transportation

• Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
  Krabi $3.66
  El Nido $15

Typical Local Transportation prices in Krabi

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Krabi are as follows:

• Scooter Rental
  $8.19
• Short Tuk-Tuk Ride
  $2.73
• 2 Bottles of Gasoline
  $2.18
• Longboat Taxi from Town
  $5.46

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Krabi

Also for Krabi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

• Superfast Transfer from Koh Phi Phi to Krabi by Arisa Speed Boat: $37
• Private Transfer from Krabi to Phuket with 2h of Sightseeing: $91
• Private Transfer from Krabi City to Krabi (KBV) Airport: $41
• Private Round Trip Transfer between Krabi Town and KBV Krabi Airport: $39
• Private Departure Transfer from Krabi Town to KBV Krabi Airport: $19
• Phuket: Speedboat Transfer To/From Ko Phi Phi Don: $31
• Private Transfer To/From Khao Sok Area: $141
• Ferry Transfer To/From Koh Phi Phi with Van Transfer: $14
• Krabi Airport: Private Transfers to/from Hotels in Koh Lanta: $87
• Ferry Transfer Phuket To/From Phi Phi: $16

Hired Cars and Shuttles in El Nido

Also for El Nido, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

• Private Van Transfer: One way El Nido to Puerto Princesa: $103
• Palawan Transfers between El Nido and Puerto Princesa: $30
• One Way Sharing Van Transfer El Nido to Puerto Princesa: $10
• El Nido to Sabang Private Transfer: $140
• El Nido to Puerto Princesa - Private Transfer: $115

Is it cheaper to fly into Krabi or El Nido?

Prices for flights to both El Nido and Krabi 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
  Krabi $10
  El Nido $9.42

Typical Food prices in Krabi

For Krabi, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:

• Casual Lunch (for Two)
  $6.83
• Drinks on the Beach
  $6.55
• Sit Down Dinner (for Two)
  $17
• Nice Dinner (for Two)
  $30
• Mango Shake
  $1.37
• Pad Thai
  $2.73
• Fruit from the Market
  $1.64
• Pancakes
  $2.73
• Coffee & Cake
  $2.05

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Krabi

For Krabi, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

• Private 4-Island Sunset Tour with Dinner: $721

Entertainment

• Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
  Krabi $8.14
  El Nido $4.34

Typical Entertainment prices in Krabi

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Krabi's activities, tours, and tickets:

• Thai-English Book
  $9.01
• Thai Massages (for Two)
  $22
• Bikini & Sarong
  $16
• Yoga Class (1 Hour)
  $12
• Backgammon Set (travel size)
  $6.83
• Kayak Trip (for Two)
  $52

Tours and Activities in Krabi

For Krabi, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

• From Koh Phi Phi: Island Hopping and Snorkeling Tour: $55
• From 4 Islands Snorkeling Tour by Speed Boat: $306
• Ko Lanta: Koh Rok and Koh Haa Snorkelling Tour by Speedboat: $62
• Ko Lanta: Mangrove Kayaking Half-Day Tour: $36
• Koh Lanta: Half-Day 3 Island and Kayaking Tour: $152
• Koh Phi Phi to Phuket by Phi Phi Cruiser: $17
• Krabi 4 Island Tour By Speed Boat From Krabi: $54
• Krabi : 4-Hour City Tour with Tiger Cave Temple: $81
• ATV Adventure: $39
• Half-Day Zip Line Adventure: $58
• Hong Islands Boat Tour with Panorama Viewpoint: $41
• Island-Hopping Tour to Railay Beach, Poda, and More: $330

Tours and Activities in El Nido

For El Nido, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

• EL NIDO ISLAND HOPPING (TOUR A)- Lagoons and Beaches with Buffet Lunch: $67
• EL Nido Tour A: $26
• EL Nido Tour B: $35
• EL Nido Tour C: $40
• EL Nido Tour D: $33
• El Nido Island Hopping (Tour A) – Full Day: $28
• El Nido Island Hopping Tour B: $32
• El Nido Island Hopping Tours(A-D): $25
• El Nido Nacpan Beach + Lio Beach + Las Cabanas Tour: $82
• El Nido Nacpan Beach + Lio Beach Tour: $68
• El Nido Tour A Private Tour: $95
• El Nido Tour A With Big Or Small Lagoon: $39

Alcohol

• Alcohol Drinks for one day
  Krabi $3.48
  El Nido $6.75

Typical Alcohol prices in Krabi

Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Krabi are as follows:

• Beer
  $2.46
• Cocktails (for Two)
  $8.19