Which place is cheaper, Huaraz or Nassau?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Nassau or Huaraz?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Nassau or Huaraz, 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 Huaraz?
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.
Huaraz
Huaraz is a large town in the Cordillera Blanca region of Peru's Central Sierra. Huaraz stands tall at 3100m; travellers from Lima might need a day or two to acclimatize to the change in atmosphere. Nearly wiped out by the earthquake of 1970, the town of 100,000 blends a mix of modern and native culture. Huarez is first and foremost a trekking metropolis. During high season the streets buzz with hundreds of backpackers and adventurers freshly returned from arduous hikes or planning their next expedition. The town has many markets, shops, quality restaurants and hopping bars catering to tourist and local needs. Mountain adventures in the off-season can be equally rewarding, but the vibe is calmer and some places go into hibernation once the rains set in.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Peru, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Peru.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNassau $189Huaraz $50
The average daily cost (per person) in Nassau is $189, while the average daily cost in Huaraz is $50. 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 Huaraz in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNassau $109Huaraz $20
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNassau $218Huaraz $40
Compare Hotels in Nassau and Huaraz
Looking for a hotel in Nassau or Huaraz? 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: Nassau Hotel Prices and Huaraz Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nassau $32Huaraz $10
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Nassau are as follows:
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Water Taxi$8.02
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Taxi to Cable Beach$25
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Taxi from Airport$30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nassau
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nassau:
- (Private) Nassau Bahamas Airport Round-Trip Transfers (1-4ppl One Flat Rate): $160
- Airport Transfer: $190
- Atlantis Private Luxury Roundtrip Airport Transfer: $190
- Baha Mar ( Grand Hyatt, SLS, Rosewood Hotels) Private Airport Transfers : $160
- Chippies Airport/Hotel Transfers Transportation: $55
- Group transfer: $68
- Low Cost Airport Transfers: $185
- Luxury MKT Town Car Private Roundtrip Transfer : $140
- Luxury Taxi Transfer to Nassau Bahamas Paradise Island: $125
- Lynden Pindling Airport (NAS): Round-Trip Nassau Transfer: $252
- Nassau Airport (NAS) to Nassau Cruise Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $40
- Nassau Airport (NAS) to Nassau cruise port - Arrival Transfer: $40
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Huaraz
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Huaraz are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$2.17
Is it cheaper to fly into Nassau or Huaraz?
Prices for flights to both Huaraz 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
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Food Meals for one dayNassau $53Huaraz $18
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 Huaraz
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Huaraz:
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Lunch$5.97
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Chips$1.49
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nassau $37Huaraz $19
Typical Entertainment Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Nassau are as follows:
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Jet Ski$50
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4 Hr Kayak Tour$70
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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:
- All New Weekend Tour with Seafood Snack Portuguese & Spanish : $7.00
- KINDWalk — Nassau Historical and Cultural Walking Tour: $10
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
- Nassau Self-Guided Audio Tour: The Jewel of the Bahamas: $15
- Heritage Museum of The Bahamas Nassau Guided Tour: $20
- Jekyll Island Dolphin Tours: $28
- Roundtrip Shuttle from Cruise Terminal at Prince George Wharf: $29
- Nassau Sightseeing Bus Tour: $35
- Big Bus Private Tour (minimum of 15): $43
- Bahamas Ghost Walking Tour: $44
- Island Tour: $44
- Nassau Historical Walking Tour: $49
Typical Entertainment Prices in Huaraz
Here are a few typical costs in Huaraz for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Climbing Gear$17
Tours and Activities in Huaraz
Here are a few actual costs in Huaraz for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Traditional Picante de Cuy Gastronomy Tour in Huaraz: $15
- 69 Lake Tour of Peru: $26
- Glacier Pastoruri and Puya Raimondi Full Day Tour: $28
- Lake 69 Trek Day Tour - White Mountain Range: $30
- From Huaraz || Full day tour Laguna 69 in -Cordillera Blanca: $36
- From Tour to Llanganuco Lakes (Chinancocha Lake): $37
- From Tour to Archeological Complex of Chavin: $38
- Ancash: Nevado pastors and puyas Raymondi Tour | Full Day |: $40
- Lake 69 Full-Day Hiking Tour from Huaraz: $40
- From Lake 69 Trek Day Tour - White Mountain Range: $46
- From Chavín de Huantar fullday tour: $56
- From Llanganuco Lagoon fullday tour: $65
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNassau $19Huaraz $15
Typical Alcohol Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Nassau are as follows:
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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
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nassau and Huaraz, we can see that Nassau is more expensive. And not only is Huaraz much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Nassau is in Caribbean Islands and Huaraz 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 Huaraz would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Huaraz 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 Huaraz.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nassau Expensive? and Is Huaraz Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nassau or Huaraz?
Nassau has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Huaraz. When comparing the sizes of Nassau and Huaraz, 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 Huaraz?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Should I visit Nassau or Huaraz in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Nassau and Huaraz. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Nassau year-round. Huaraz attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Nassau gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Nassau usually receives more rain than Huaraz. Nassau gets 151 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Huaraz receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The weather in Huaraz can be very cold. Nassau is much warmer than Huaraz in the summer. The daily temperature in Nassau averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Huaraz fluctuates around 3°C (37°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyNassau 28°C (82°F)Huaraz 3°C (37°F)
Should I visit Nassau or Huaraz in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Nassau as well as Huaraz. Nassau attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Huaraz throughout the year.
Nassau receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Nassau usually gets more rain in October than Huaraz. Nassau gets 184 mm (7.2 in) of rain, while Huaraz receives 85 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
It's quite cold in Huaraz in the autumn. In the autumn, Nassau is much warmer than Huaraz. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Nassau in October average around 26°C (79°F), and Huaraz averages at about 4°C (39°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberNassau 26°C (79°F)Huaraz 4°C (39°F)
Should I visit Nassau or Huaraz in the Winter?
Both Huaraz and Nassau are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Nassau throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Huaraz because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Huaraz. In January, Nassau usually receives less rain than Huaraz. Nassau gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Huaraz receives 122 mm (4.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
In January, Nassau is generally much warmer than Huaraz. Daily temperatures in Nassau average around 21°C (70°F), and Huaraz fluctuates around 7°C (45°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryNassau 21°C (70°F)Huaraz 7°C (45°F)
Should I visit Nassau or Huaraz in the Spring?
Both Huaraz and Nassau during the spring 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 Huaraz year-round.
Nassau usually gets less rain in April than Huaraz. Nassau gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Huaraz receives 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
Nassau is much warmer than Huaraz in the spring. The daily temperature in Nassau averages around 23°C (74°F) in April, and Huaraz fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilNassau 23°C (74°F)Huaraz 6°C (43°F)
Typical Weather for Huaraz and Nassau
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 21°C (70°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) |
| Feb | 21°C (70°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
| Mar | 22°C (72°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 126 mm (5 in) |
| Apr | 23°C (74°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (80°F) | 237 mm (9.3 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 211 mm (8.3 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 184 mm (7.2 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| Nov | 24°C (75°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) |
| Dec | 22°C (71°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
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