Which place is cheaper, Longsheng or Krabi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Krabi or Longsheng?
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 Krabi and Longsheng can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Krabi or Longsheng?
Krabi
Thailand is covered in beaches, but if you're more interested in immersion in Thai culture than the salty ocean, consider a trip to Krabi, also known as "Krabi Town". Pronounced "Grabee," this small, but bustling city is just up the river from the coast, and is the gateway to the beaches in the surrounding Province of Krabi. Krabi Town is full of hotels, agencies and western restaurants, but if you look hard enough, you'll easily see the energy and life of Thailand. While there are no beaches in the town itself, there is plenty of Thai culture to experience.
Longsheng
A county of the city, Guilin, Longsheng is a hub of several ethnic cultures that thrive on farming and tourism. It is located about 50 or so miles north of the Guilin city center. The region is perhaps most known for the Dragon's Backbone Rice Terraces located in Heping Township. These, along with many other natural features like hot springs, waterfalls, and meadows are a few of the main attractions that draw visitors to Longsheng.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Thailand, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Thailand, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in China, and The Best Adventure Tours to China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKrabi $55Longsheng $78
The average daily cost (per person) in Krabi is $55, while the average daily cost in Longsheng is $78. 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 Krabi and Longsheng in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKrabi $36Longsheng $20
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKrabi $72Longsheng $40
Compare Hotels in Krabi and Longsheng
Looking for a hotel in Krabi or Longsheng? 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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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Krabi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Krabi $3.80Longsheng $41
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Krabi
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Krabi are as follows:
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Scooter Rental$8.18
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Short Tuk-Tuk Ride$2.73
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2 Bottles of Gasoline$2.18
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Longboat Taxi from Town$5.46
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Krabi
Also for Krabi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private 4 Islands Krabi Boat Tour from Ao Nang with Transfer: $172
- From Krabi : One Way Private Transfer Phuket,Khaolak and More: $130
- Private Transfer Between Phuket Hotel to/from Krabi Hotel: $130
- Private Transfer between Phuket Airport and Krabi Hotels: $130
- Krabi Transfer to Khao Lak : $117
- Krabi airport to donsak pier Private transfer: $116
- Aonang any hotel to Donsak Pier Private transfer: $116
- From Ao Nang: Similan Islands Boat Trip with Transfer & Food: $101
- Ao Nang Krabi Thai Boxing Stadium Admission Ticket with Return Transfer: $97
- VAN PHUKET AIRPORT TRANSFER to KRABI AIRPORT: $97
- Krabi to Khao Lak and Phang Nga Town: Private City Transfers: $97
- Krabi Mangrove Kayak &Elephant Shelter with Private Transfer: $94
Is it cheaper to fly into Krabi or Longsheng?
Prices for flights to both Longsheng 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
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Food Meals for one dayKrabi $13Longsheng $35
Typical Food Prices in Krabi
For Krabi, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$6.82
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Drinks on the Beach$6.55
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Sit Down Dinner (for Two)$17
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Nice Dinner (for Two)$30
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Mango Shake$1.36
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Pad Thai$2.73
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Fruit from the Market$1.64
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Pancakes$2.73
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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:
- Traditional Thai Cooking Class with Smart Cook: $36
- Snorkeling and Sunset Dinner Trip From Krabi: $37
- 7 Islands Sunset Tour with BBQ Dinner and Snorkeling: $37
- 7 Islands Sunset Tour with BBQ Dinner & Plankton: $37
- Evening Thai Cooking Class at Ya's Cookery: $39
- 4 Islands Sunset Longtail Boat Tour with BBQ Dinner: $41
- Seven Islands Snorkel Cruise with Dinner: $41
- Authentic Thai cooking class with market tour: $42
- Krabi Thai Cooking Class: $43
- Krabi 4 Islands Sunset Premium Service Trip by Speedboat + BBQ Dinner: $43
- 4 Island Sunset Tour by Luxury Longtail Boat with BBQ Dinner: $44
- Thai Charm Cooking School Krabi: $44
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Krabi $10Longsheng $8.38
Typical Entertainment Prices in Krabi
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Krabi's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Thai-English Book$9.00
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Thai Massages (for Two)$22
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Bikini & Sarong$16
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Yoga Class (1 Hour)$12
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Backgammon Set (travel size)$6.82
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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:
- Full Day Guided Tour in Bor Thor Caves and Mangroves : $146
- Phi Phi Islands Tour with Bioluminescent Planktons from krabi: $78
- 1 Hour Horse Riding Tour On The Beach Krabi: $43
- 2 Hour Horse Riding Tour On The Beach Krabi: $60
- 2-Hour Clear Kayak Illuminated Night Tour in Krabi: $61
- 4 Island Joint Tour by Speed Boat from Krabi: $46
- 4 Island Speed Boat Adventure by Sea Eagle Tour from Krabi: $34
- 4 Island Sunset Snorkeling Cruise + bioluminescent Night Snorkel: $103
- 4 Islands Day Tour from Krabi with Tub, Chicken, Poda Island & Phra Nang Cave: $51
- 4 Islands Full-day Tour from Krabi with Tub, Chicken, Poda Island & Phra Nang: $54
- 4 Islands One Day Tour From Krabi: $28
- 4 Islands Snorkeling Tour by Longtail Boat from Krabi with Walk on Tombolo: $28
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKrabi $4.34Longsheng $7.89
Typical Alcohol Prices in Krabi
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Krabi are as follows:
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Beer$2.45
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Cocktails (for Two)$8.18
Sample the Local Flavors in Krabi
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Krabi:
- Railay Pub Crawl: $14
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Krabi and Longsheng, we can see that Longsheng is more expensive. And not only is Krabi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Krabi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Krabi 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 Longsheng would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Longsheng than you might in Krabi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Krabi Expensive? and Is Longsheng Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Krabi or Longsheng?
Longsheng has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Krabi experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Krabi or Longsheng in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Krabi and Longsheng. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Krabi year-round.
In the summer, Krabi is around the same temperature as Longsheng. Typically, the summer temperatures in Krabi in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Longsheng averages at about 30°C (86°F).
Longsheng receives a lot of rain in the summer. Krabi gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Krabi usually receives more rain than Longsheng. Krabi gets 287 mm (11.3 in) of rain, while Longsheng receives 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain each month for the summer. Also, August to October is the rainy season in Krabi.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKrabi 28°C (82°F)Longsheng 30°C (86°F)
Should I visit Krabi or Longsheng in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Krabi as well as Longsheng. Krabi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Krabi is generally a little warmer than Longsheng. Daily temperatures in Krabi average around 27°C (81°F), and Longsheng fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
Krabi receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Krabi usually gets more rain in October than Longsheng. Krabi gets 304 mm (12 in) of rain, while Longsheng receives 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, December to March in Krabi is the dry season. August to October in Krabi is the rainy season.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKrabi 27°C (81°F)Longsheng 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Krabi or Longsheng in the Winter?
Both Longsheng and Krabi are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Krabi throughout the year.
Krabi is much warmer than Longsheng in the winter. The daily temperature in Krabi averages around 28°C (82°F) in January, and Longsheng fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
In January, Krabi usually receives less rain than Longsheng. Krabi gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Longsheng receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the winter. The dry season in Krabi is December to March.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKrabi 28°C (82°F)Longsheng 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Krabi or Longsheng in the Spring?
Both Longsheng and Krabi during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Krabi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the spring, Krabi is a little warmer than Longsheng. Typically, the spring temperatures in Krabi in April average around 29°C (84°F), and Longsheng averages at about 20°C (68°F).
Longsheng gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Krabi. Krabi usually gets less rain in April than Longsheng. Krabi gets 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain, while Longsheng receives 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKrabi 29°C (84°F)Longsheng 20°C (68°F)
Typical Weather for Longsheng and Krabi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 28°C (82°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (83°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (84°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) |
| May | 28°C (83°F) | 318 mm (12.5 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 279 mm (11 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 287 mm (11.3 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 399 mm (15.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 304 mm (12 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
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