Which place is cheaper, Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) or Lombok?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Lombok or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)?
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 Lombok and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). 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: Lombok or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)?
Lombok
Lombok is an island east of the well-tread Bali and west of lesser-developed Sumbawa. While Lombok is not as popular as its neighbor to the west, it is a great place to visit for that very reason. Less popularity means lower prices for accommodations, food, activities, and less-inundated tourist spots. Nonetheless, Lombok is rapidly developing in tourism, and the government is naming it and Sumbawa the number two tourism spots, following Bali.
Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)
In the heart of the Anhui Province of China is the stunning Mount Huangshan, or Yellow Mountain. This UNESCO World Heritage Site draws in visitors from around the world to take in the stunning views and conquer a new challenge.
Mount Huangshan is one of the most popular destinations in China. Because of this, most of the towns and regions around it also use the name Huangshan. Even the closest town, Tunxi, has begun going by Huangshan City. Keep this in mind as it could potentially cause some confusion in transit.
The whole of Huangshan has 36 separate peaks rising approximately 1,800 meters into the air. It is often covered in a spiritual-feeling mist that makes the peaks appear to live in the clouds. It has inspired artists for centuries, and is often thought to be the model for the typical mountain ranges seen in ancient Chinese paintings.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to Indonesia, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Indonesia, The Best 10-Day Tours in China, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in China.
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Lombok Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLombok $59Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $72
The average daily cost (per person) in Lombok is $59, while the average daily cost in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) 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 Lombok and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLombok $28Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLombok $56Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $50
Compare Hotels in Lombok and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)
Looking for a hotel in Lombok or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)? 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: Lombok Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lombok $11Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lombok
Also for Lombok, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Kuta Lombok Transfer: $12
- Private Transfer International Airport Lombok (LOP) To Hotel: $17
- Gili Trawangan, Air, or 1-Way Boat Transfer to Bali: $28
- Private Transfer from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Lombok Cruise Port: $29
- Private Transfer from Lombok Cruise Port to Lombok island hotels: $29
- Private Transfer from Lombok Island Hotels to Lombok Cruise Port: $29
- Private Transfer from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Koeta : $29
- Private Transfer from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Batu Payung: $30
- Private Airport Lombok Transfers to or from Gili Islands: $32
- Private Transfer from Mataram to Lombok Airport (LOP): $35
- Private Transfer from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Mangsit: $35
- Private Transfer from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Bintaro: $35
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain):
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Shuttle Bus to Tangkou for Two$3.64
Is it cheaper to fly into Lombok or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)?
Prices for flights to both Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) and Lombok 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 dayLombok $20Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $33
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lombok
For Lombok, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Anggrek Putih Lombok Cooking Class : $25
- Kids Cooking Class at Tugu Hotel Lombok: $63
- Love and Legends: The Ultimate Romantic Dinner on the beach : $65
- Amazing Lombok BBQ Beach Sunset Dinner: $86
- Lombok Cooking Class at Tugu Hotel Lombok: $100
- Royal Dinner Experience in Lombok at Royal Tugudom: $119
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lombok $9.90Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $27
Tours and Activities in Lombok
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lombok.
- Gili T Island: The Thrilling Sunset Snorkeling Adventure: $17
- Lombok Private Tour-Car Hire With Full day Customize Trip: $33
- Lombok Customize Tour with Private Driver: $35
- Lombok Private Custom Tour - Lombok Car Hire with Driver : $36
- Half-Day Mataram City Tour: $45
- Lombok Private Customize Tour: $45
- Lombok Customize Tour: $45
- Lombok White Water Rafting and Pura Lingsar Private Full Day Tour: $48
- Gili Nanggu Snorkeling Tour to a Tropical Paradise: $49
- Mataram Lombok Historical City tour: $49
- Lombok City Tour combination With Temple Tour : $49
- Benang Stokel, Benang Kelambu, Culture, & Beach Tour: $49
Typical Entertainment Prices in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) are as follows:
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Two Entrance Tickets$64
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Two Cable Car Passes$22
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLombok $7.84Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $16
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lombok and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain), we can see that Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) is more expensive. And not only is Lombok much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Lombok would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lombok 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 Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) than you might in Lombok.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lombok Expensive? and Is Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Lombok or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)?
Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Lombok experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Lombok or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in the Summer?
Both Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) and Lombok during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Lombok because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the summer, Lombok is cooler than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Typically, the summer temperatures in Lombok in July average around 26°C (79°F), and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) averages at about 29°C (85°F).
Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Lombok usually gets less rain in July than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Lombok gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) receives 185 mm (7.3 in) of rain this time of the year. May to September is the dry season in Lombok.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLombok 26°C (79°F)Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) 29°C (85°F)
Should I visit Lombok or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Lombok and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Lombok year-round.
In October, Lombok is generally much warmer than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Daily temperatures in Lombok average around 28°C (82°F), and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) fluctuates around 19°C (65°F).
Lombok gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Lombok usually receives more rain than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Lombok gets 109 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) receives 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn. Also, November to April is the rainy season in Lombok.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLombok 28°C (82°F)Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) 19°C (65°F)
Should I visit Lombok or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Lombok as well as Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Lombok attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) can get quite cold in the winter. Lombok is much warmer than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in the winter. The daily temperature in Lombok averages around 28°C (82°F) in January, and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) fluctuates around 4°C (40°F).
Lombok usually gets more rain in January than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Lombok gets 97 mm (3.8 in) of rain, while Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLombok 28°C (82°F)Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) 4°C (40°F)
Should I visit Lombok or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in the Spring?
Both Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) and Lombok are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lombok throughout the year.
In the spring, Lombok is much warmer than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Typically, the spring temperatures in Lombok in April average around 28°C (82°F), and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) averages at about 17°C (62°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). In April, Lombok usually receives less rain than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Lombok gets 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) receives 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain each month for the spring. The dry season in Lombok is May to September. The rainy season in Lombok is November to April.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLombok 28°C (82°F)Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) 17°C (62°F)
Typical Weather for Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) and Lombok
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 28°C (82°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (82°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) |
| Apr | 28°C (82°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 189 mm (7.4 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 235 mm (9.2 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 185 mm (7.3 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (79°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 121 mm (4.7 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Nov | 28°C (82°F) | 216 mm (8.5 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 28°C (82°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
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