A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Nassau vs. Bogota for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Nassau or Bogota?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Nassau or Bogota, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.

Where Should I go: Nassau or Bogota?

Nassau

There are few vacation destinations more famous than the Bahamian city of Nassau. This capital city is full of laid back locals, relaxed tourists and the iconic pastel pink government houses.

As the largest city in the Bahamas, Nassau can hold plenty of people. Not only are there hundreds of tourists on any given day, the city is also home to 260,000 people – that is 80 percent of the Bahamas' total population.

Founded around 1650, Nassau's location made it a great spot on the trade route. So great, in fact, that it also became a popular destination for pirates – including the infamous Blackbeard.

Pack light because it's going to be pretty steamy in Nassau. The climate is essentially identical to southern Florida. It is warm and humid all year with the occasional cold snap in the winter.

Bogota

Sprawling across a high altitude in the Columbian Andes region, Bogota is the capital city of Columbia. It is a mix of the old and new with century-old plazas and churches shadowed by towering skyscrapers, museums representing the history, art, and culture of the region, as well as a mix of distinct neighborhoods from quaint and historic to trendy and contemporary.

For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Colombia, and The Best Adventure Tours to Colombia.


Which place is cheaper, Bogota or Nassau?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Nassau is $189, while the average daily cost in Bogota is $53. 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 Nassau and Bogota in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Nassau $109
    Bogota $26
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Nassau $218
    Bogota $52
Compare Hotels in Nassau and Bogota

Looking for a hotel in Nassau or Bogota? 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.

Hotels in Nassau


Hotels in Bogota


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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: Nassau Hotel Prices and Bogota Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Nassau $32
    Bogota $8.77
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nassau

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


  • Water Taxi
    $8.02
  • Taxi to Cable Beach
    $25
  • Taxi from Airport
    $30

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nassau

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nassau:

  • Transfer Service in Nassau Bahamas: $68
  • Shared Shuttle Transfer to NAS Airport - Departure: $34
  • Shared Shuttle Transfer from NAS Airport - Arrival: $34
  • Round-Trip Private Transfer: $300
  • Round trip Airport Private Transfer (Nassau Limousine): $160
  • Round Trip Private Airport To Hotel Transfer in Nassau: $140
  • Private Transfer in Nassau: $45
  • Private Transfer from Nassau International Airport to Nassau City : $150
  • Private Transfer from Nassau Airport (NAS) to Nassau Hotel or Cruise Port : $124
  • Private Transfer from Hotel to Airport Nassau, Bahamas: $150
  • Private Roundtrip Sedan Airport Transfer to Downtown Nassau: $143
  • Private Roundtrip Sedan Airport Transfer to Cable Beach: $143

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bogota

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


  • Taxi from Airport
    $7.56
  • Taxi Ride
    $0.39
  • 2 Bus Passes
    $0.89

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bogota

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

  • Private Transfer from the Airport to Hotels in Bogota: $12
  • Private Arrival or Departure Transfer: El Dorado Airport (One Way): $13
  • Transfer from El Dorado Airport to Hotels in Bogota (one way): $15
  • Transfer in private SUV from Bogota City - Bogota Airport (BOG): $18
  • Private Transfer El Dorado Airport to Hotels in Bogotá: $20
  • Private Transfer from Bogotá-El Dorado (BOG) Airport to Bogotá City: $33
  • Salt Cathedral Zipaquira • Premium Private Transfer: $39
  • Andres Carne de Res Chia • Premium Private Transfer: $39
  • Arrival Transfer from Bogota Airport BOG to Bogota by MiniSuv: $66
  • El Dorado International Airport (BOG) - Private Round trip transfer Bogota: $80
  • Bogotá to or from Villa de Leyva Private Transfer: $80
  • Bogotá Private Luxury Transfer - Airport Pick Up or Drop Off - SUV Mercedes Benz: $97

Is it cheaper to fly into Nassau or Bogota?

Prices for flights to both Bogota and Nassau 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
    Nassau $53
    Bogota $14

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nassau

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nassau.

  • Nassau Food Tour and Beach Break: $65
  • Conch Salad Cooking Lesson and Tasting in Nassau: $80
  • Savor Old Nassau Dining Stroll by Tru Bahamian Food Tours: $116
  • Sail Catamaran Sunset Dinner Cruise: $116
  • Dinner and Dancing: $130
  • Authentic Bahamian Cooking Class: $135
  • Bahamian Cooking Class Lunch Experience by Tru Bahamian Food Tour: $140
  • Island Food Tour: $140
  • Gourmet dinner & sunset cruise on luxury catamaran: $375

Typical Food Prices in Bogota

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


  • Breakfast
    $1.57
  • Hot Dog
    $0.92

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bogota

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

  • Peruvian cooking workshop: $26
  • Bogotá Bites: Guided Street Food Tour with Tastings: $45
  • Viejo Bogota Food Tour with 12+ Tastings: $49
  • PALOQUEMAO MARKET FOOD TOUR. EXOTIC FRUIT. LOCAL SNACKS. /Min 2 pax: $55
  • Bogota Food Tour • Private Car • Fruits Cacao Lunch Coffee Beer: $59
  • Private Colombian Cooking Class and Market Tour In Bogota: $90
  • Dinner and party at Andres Carne de Res DC: $100

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Nassau $37
    Bogota $13
Typical Entertainment Prices in Nassau

Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Nassau are as follows:


  • Jet Ski
    $50
  • 4 Hr Kayak Tour
    $70
  • 1/2 Day Snorkel Trip
    $75

Tours and Activities in Nassau

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nassau are as follows:

  • Bahamas Adventure: Pigs, Reef, Turtles, and Beach with Lunch: $299
  • 2 Hours Sip and Snorkeling Experience in Bahamas: $150
  • 3 Hour Eco-Glide Adventure in Nassau: $99
  • 3 Hour Island Tour: Swimming with Pigs, Turtles, and Snorkeling: $250
  • 3-Hour ATV Tour of New Providence (Inclusive of water & local deserts): $190
  • 3-Hour Buggy Tour of New Providence (Inclusive of water & local deserts): $250
  • ATV Half Day City Tour in Guided Tour With Free Samples: $259
  • ATV Island Tour with Beach Break, Lunch, and Pick-up/Drop-off: $199
  • ATV Island Tour(Beach Break+Lunch+Free Pickup/Drop Off: $188
  • ATV tours by RSR: $230
  • All New Weekend Tour with Seafood Snack Portuguese & Spanish : $7.00
  • Atlantis Bridge Speed Boat Adventure: $100

Typical Entertainment Prices in Bogota

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


  • Beer
    $1.31

Tours and Activities in Bogota

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

  • Party Tour: 6 nightclubs, Disco-Truck, After Party, 2 openbars: $2.95
  • Colonial Bogotá: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of La Candelaria: $5.99
  • Self-Guided Audio Tour - El Dorado Expedition, Part I : $6.99
  • Self-Guided Audio Tour - El Dorado Expedition, Part II: $6.99
  • Bike Tour in La Candelaria Bogotá: $12
  • Graffiti Tour: a fascinating walk through a street art City: $13
  • Graffiti Tour in La Candelaria Bogotá: $13
  • Tour of the Colombian Armed Conflict: war, drug trafficking and peace: $13
  • Shared Tour of the Historic Candelaria in Bogotá: $13
  • Walking Tour in La Candelaria Bogotá: $14
  • Walking Tour through Candelaria: $14
  • Full Day Tour to the Colonial Town of Villa de Leyva: $15

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Nassau $19
    Bogota $14
Typical Alcohol Prices in Nassau

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


  • Cocktail
    $6.52

Sample the Local Flavors in Nassau

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Nassau:

  • Rum Runners Pub Crawl: $135
  • Rum Runners Pub Crawl: $140

Sample the Local Flavors in Bogota

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bogota:

  • Thursday Bar Crawl in Bogotá: $25
  • Friday Night Bar Crawl in Bogotá : $25
  • Saturday Bar Crawl in La Candelaria, Bogotá: $25


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nassau and Bogota, we can see that Nassau is more expensive. And not only is Bogota much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Nassau is in Caribbean Islands and Bogota is in South America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Bogota would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bogota 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 Nassau would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nassau than you might in Bogota.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nassau Expensive? and Is Bogota Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Nassau or Bogota?

Bogota has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Nassau. When comparing the sizes of Nassau and Bogota, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.


When is the best time to visit Nassau or Bogota?

Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.

Should I visit Nassau or Bogota in the Summer?

Both Bogota and Nassau during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Nassau because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bogota year-round.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Nassau. Nassau usually gets more rain in July than Bogota. Nassau gets 151 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.

Nassau is much warmer than Bogota in the summer. The daily temperature in Nassau averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Bogota fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Nassau 28°C (82°F) 
    Bogota 14°C (57°F)

Should I visit Nassau or Bogota in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Nassau and Bogota. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Nassau year-round. Bogota attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

Bogota receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Nassau gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Nassau usually receives more rain than Bogota. Nassau gets 184 mm (7.2 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

In the autumn, Nassau is much warmer than Bogota. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Nassau in October average around 26°C (79°F), and Bogota averages at about 14°C (57°F).


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Nassau 26°C (79°F) 
    Bogota 14°C (57°F)

Should I visit Nassau or Bogota in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Nassau as well as Bogota. Nassau attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bogota throughout the year.

Nassau usually gets more rain in January than Bogota. Nassau gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.

In January, Nassau is generally a little warmer than Bogota. Daily temperatures in Nassau average around 21°C (70°F), and Bogota fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Nassau 21°C (70°F) 
    Bogota 14°C (57°F)

Should I visit Nassau or Bogota in the Spring?

Both Bogota and Nassau are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Nassau throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Bogota because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

In April, Nassau usually receives less rain than Bogota. Nassau gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.

Nassau is much warmer than Bogota in the spring. The daily temperature in Nassau averages around 23°C (74°F) in April, and Bogota fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Nassau 23°C (74°F) 
    Bogota 15°C (59°F)

Typical Weather for Bogota and Nassau

Nassau Bogota
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 21°C (70°F) 51 mm (2 in) 14°C (57°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Feb 21°C (70°F) 45 mm (1.8 in) 13°C (55°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Mar 22°C (72°F) 43 mm (1.7 in) 15°C (59°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Apr 23°C (74°F) 53 mm (2.1 in) 15°C (59°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
May 25°C (77°F) 116 mm (4.6 in) 15°C (59°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Jun 27°C (80°F) 237 mm (9.3 in) 14°C (57°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Jul 28°C (82°F) 151 mm (5.9 in) 14°C (57°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Aug 28°C (82°F) 211 mm (8.3 in) 14°C (57°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Sep 27°C (81°F) 171 mm (6.7 in) 14°C (57°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Oct 26°C (79°F) 184 mm (7.2 in) 14°C (57°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Nov 24°C (75°F) 55 mm (2.2 in) 14°C (57°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Dec 22°C (71°F) 60 mm (2.4 in) 12°C (54°F) 50 mm (2 in)