Which place is cheaper, Kamloops or Nassau?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Nassau or Kamloops?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Nassau or Kamloops, 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 Kamloops?
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.
Kamloops
In British Columbia, Canada, Kamloops is perhaps most famous for the large number of tournaments it hosts, everything from the Strauss Canada Cup of Curling, to the World Fly Fishing Championships. It also hosts Skate Canada, Tim Horton's Olympic Qualifying Bike Race, and the World Junior Hockey Championships among others. The city is in the south central part of the province and it sits near the confluence of the two branches of the Thompson River near Kamloops Lake. The city has a population of about 85,000 and it's the largest community in the Thompson-Nicola Regional District.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Train & Rail Tours in Canada, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNassau $189Kamloops $81
The average daily cost (per person) in Nassau is $189, while the average daily cost in Kamloops is $81. 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 Kamloops in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNassau $109Kamloops $44
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNassau $218Kamloops $88
Compare Hotels in Nassau and Kamloops
Looking for a hotel in Nassau or Kamloops? 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 Kamloops Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nassau $32Kamloops $20
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:
- Transfer Service in Nassau Bahamas: $68
- Shared Shuttle Transfer to NAS Airport - Departure: $34
- Shared Shuttle Transfer from NAS Airport - Arrival: $34
- Round trip Airport Private Transfer (Nassau Limousine): $160
- Round Trip Private Airport To Hotel Transfer in Nassau: $150
- 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
- Private Roundtrip Sedan Airport Transfer : $140
Is it cheaper to fly into Nassau or Kamloops?
Prices for flights to both Kamloops 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 $53Kamloops $24
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
- Sail Catamaran Sunset Dinner Cruise: $116
- All Inclusive Sunset Dinner Cruise in Nassau Bahamas: $125
- 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 Kamloops
For Kamloops, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Pastries$5.81
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Lunch for Two$25
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Coffee and Gelato$12
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nassau $37Kamloops $13
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:
- 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: $250
- ATV Island Tour with Beach Break, Lunch, and Pick-up/Drop-off: $199
- ATV tours by RSR: $230
- All New Weekend Tour with Seafood Snack Portuguese & Spanish : $7.00
- Atlantis Bridge Speed Boat Adventure: $100
- Atlantis Speed Boat Tours: $81
Tours and Activities in Kamloops
For Kamloops, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Vancouver and Smartphone Audio Driving Tour: $6.21
- Smartphone Audio Driving Tour between Kamloops and Vancouver: $6.31
- Smartphone Audio Driving Tour between Kamloops & Revelstoke: $6.33
- Skip the Line: Kamloops BC Wildlife Park Admission Ticket: $14
- Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in Kamloops by Zombie Scavengers: $21
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNassau $19Kamloops $6.77
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 Kamloops, we can see that Nassau is more expensive. And not only is Kamloops much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Nassau is in Caribbean Islands and Kamloops is in North 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 Kamloops would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kamloops 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 Kamloops.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nassau Expensive? and Is Kamloops Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nassau or Kamloops?
Nassau has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Kamloops. When comparing the sizes of Nassau and Kamloops, 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 Kamloops?
Kamloops has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Nassau experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Nassau or Kamloops in the Summer?
Both Kamloops 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.
In the summer, Nassau is a little warmer than Kamloops. Typically, the summer temperatures in Nassau in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Kamloops averages at about 23°C (73°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Nassau. Nassau usually gets more rain in July than Kamloops. Nassau gets 151 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Kamloops receives 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyNassau 28°C (82°F)Kamloops 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Nassau or Kamloops in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Nassau and Kamloops. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Nassau year-round.
In October, Nassau is generally much warmer than Kamloops. Daily temperatures in Nassau average around 26°C (79°F), and Kamloops fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
Nassau gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Nassau usually receives more rain than Kamloops. Nassau gets 184 mm (7.2 in) of rain, while Kamloops receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberNassau 26°C (79°F)Kamloops 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Nassau or Kamloops in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Nassau as well as Kamloops. Nassau attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Kamloops can be very cold during winter. Nassau is much warmer than Kamloops in the winter. The daily temperature in Nassau averages around 21°C (70°F) in January, and Kamloops fluctuates around -3°C (27°F).
Nassau usually gets more rain in January than Kamloops. Nassau gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Kamloops receives 26 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryNassau 21°C (70°F)Kamloops -3°C (27°F)
Should I visit Nassau or Kamloops in the Spring?
Both Kamloops and Nassau are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Nassau throughout the year.
In the spring, Nassau is much warmer than Kamloops. Typically, the spring temperatures in Nassau in April average around 23°C (74°F), and Kamloops averages at about 12°C (53°F).
In April, Nassau usually receives more rain than Kamloops. Nassau gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Kamloops receives 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilNassau 23°C (74°F)Kamloops 12°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Kamloops and Nassau
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 21°C (70°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Feb | 21°C (70°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Mar | 22°C (72°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 23°C (74°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (80°F) | 237 mm (9.3 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 211 mm (8.3 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 184 mm (7.2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Nov | 24°C (75°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Dec | 22°C (71°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.