Which place is cheaper, Koh Tao or Nassau?
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 Nassau or Koh Tao?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Nassau or Koh Tao, 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 Koh Tao?
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.
Koh Tao
With a name that literally means, "Turtle Island," Koh Tao, Thailand is the type of vacation spot divers dream of. There is the faintest current and a buffet of dive sites and shops.
This tiny island hosts hundreds of thousands of visitors a year, but take not that there are no garbage disposal facilities. Everything that can't be burnt needs to be taken from the island. Avoid plastic bags, and don't dump your trash in the open landscape (then again, why would you?) because there are no departments for road clean up. Water and electricity on the island are scarce, so use them wisely.
Keep in mind that monsoon season from November to January so you may be faced with constant rain for days at a time in those months.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Bahamas, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Bahamas, The Best Tours for Seniors to Thailand, and The Best Contiki Tours to Thailand.
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Nassau Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNassau $226Koh Tao $50
The average daily cost (per person) in Nassau is $226, while the average daily cost in Koh Tao 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 Koh Tao in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNassau $108Koh Tao $16
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNassau $216Koh Tao $32
Compare Hotels in Nassau and Koh Tao
Looking for a hotel in Nassau or Koh Tao? 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 Koh Tao Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nassau $32Koh Tao $9.98
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Nassau are as follows:
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Water Taxi$7.99
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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:
- Round-Trip Private Transfer: $300
- Round Trip Airport to/from Hotel Private Transfers: $275
- Nassau, Bahamas Private Airport Transfers: $220
- Private Bahamian Baking Class and Transfers with Chef Gabbi: $210
- Private Roundtrip Minivan Airport Transfer to Palm Cay: $200
- Private Roundtrip Minibus Transfer to Cable Beach: $200
- Private SUV One way Airport Transfer/Grocery & Liquor stop included : $200
- Private Roundtrip Sedan Airport Transfer to Palm Cay: $190
- Atlantis Private Luxury Roundtrip Airport Transfer: $190
- Private Roundtrip Minivan Airport Transfer: $180
- Round Trip Private Airport To Hotel Transfer in Nassau: $175
- S U V Private Transfer, Hyatt, SLS, Rosewood ,Sandals , ATLANTIS : $170
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Koh Tao
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Koh Tao:
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Motorbike Rental$5.97
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Chumpon to Koh Tao Ferry$20
Is it cheaper to fly into Nassau or Koh Tao?
Prices for flights to both Koh Tao 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 $91Koh Tao $18
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nassau
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nassau.
- Conch Salad Cooking Lesson and Tasting in Nassau: $80
- Savor Old Nassau Dining Stroll by Tru Bahamian Food Tours: $116
- Nassau Sunset Dinner Cruise: $129
- Sunset Dinner Cruise: $129
- Dinner and Dancing: $130
- Authentic Bahamian Cooking Class: $135
- All Inclusive Sunset Dinner Cruise in Nassau Bahamas: $138
- Bahamian Cooking Class Lunch Experience by Tru Bahamian Food Tour: $140
- Saturday Bahamian Cooking Class in Downtown Nassau: $149
Typical Food Prices in Koh Tao
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Koh Tao:
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Sit Down Lunch (for One)$6.28
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Breakfast$4.71
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Casual Breakfast (for Two)$3.77
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Fancy Dinner (for Two)$15
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Pancake$2.20
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American Breakfast (for Two)$8.79
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Dinner at Bam Bam (for Two)$8.48
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Koh Tao
For Koh Tao, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Half Day Thai Cooking Class with Sea View from Koh Tao : $51
- Memorable Thai Cooking Class with Stunning View from Koh Tao : $55
- Private Thai Cooking Class at Rooftop Kitchen on Koh Tao: $208
- Koh Tao Private Rooftop Thai Cooking Class with Scenic View: $222
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nassau $37Koh Tao $30
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:
- 3 Hour Smart Eco Segway Adventure in Nassau: $99
- 4-Island Tour Swimming Pigs, turtles, snorkeling , rose island, : $180
- Bahamas Adventure: Pigs, Reef, Turtles, and Beach with Lunch: $299
- Bahamas Funtastic Party Bus Tours: $99
- Discover Nassau by Land and Sea Tour: $109
- Fun Atv tour in Nassau with Lunch: Drivers must be 25 years old: $149
- Group City Tour and Beach Experience from Cruise Port: $40
- Sail & Snorkel Adventure with 1 Hr. Open Bar: $120
- 3 Islands Boat Adventure: Swimming Pigs, Snorkeling And Turtles: $149
- 3 V's Guided Scooter or ATV Tour in Nassau: $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
Typical Entertainment Prices in Koh Tao
For Koh Tao, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Kayak Rental (One Hour)$7.85
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Snorkel Rental$3.14
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Kayak and Snorkel (2)$3.14
Tours and Activities in Koh Tao
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Koh Tao.
- Full day snorkeling adventure around Koh Tao: $24
- Amazing 5 Point Snorkeling Tour in Koh Tao and Koh Nang Yuan: $24
- Koh Nang Yuan and Koh Tao 5 Point Snorkeling Tour: $27
- Snorkelling Trip 5 Island Tour Around Koh Tao and Koh Nang yuan: $27
- Snorkel Tour to Koh Nangyuan and the hidden bays of Koh Tao onboard the Oxygen: $27
- No Rush Morning & Afternoon 5 Stop Snorkeling tour for Koh Tao: $27
- 5 Islands Full-Day Tour Around Koh Tao and Koh Nangyuan: $27
- Koh Tao Top Crystal Clear Snorkeling Day Tour by Big Boat : $27
- Koh Tao Snorkeling Tour to Hidden Bays and Koh Nang Yuan : $29
- Koh Tao's First Light Snorkel Adventure with Oxygen Tours: $32
- Premium Snorkel Tour to the Bays of Koh Tao onboard the Oxygen: $37
- CocoTipAdventures and Snorkel with Meals-BBQs-Cocktail-Sunset: $54
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNassau $19Koh Tao $8.22
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$6.49
Typical Alcohol Prices in Koh Tao
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Koh Tao from other travelers:
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Beer$2.04
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Bottle of Wine$12
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nassau and Koh Tao, we can see that Nassau is more expensive. And not only is Koh Tao much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Nassau is in Caribbean Islands and Koh Tao is in Asia, 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 Koh Tao would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Koh Tao 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 Koh Tao.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nassau Expensive? and Is Koh Tao Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nassau or Koh Tao?
Nassau has a larger population, and is about 160 times larger than the population of Koh Tao. When comparing the sizes of Nassau and Koh Tao, 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 Koh Tao?
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 Koh Tao in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Nassau as well as Koh Tao. Nassau attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Koh Tao throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Koh Tao. Nassau receives a lot of rain in the summer. Nassau usually gets less rain in July than Koh Tao. Nassau gets 151 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Koh Tao receives 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Nassau this time of the year. In the summer, Nassau often gets more sunshine than Koh Tao. Nassau gets 273 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Koh Tao receives 195 hours of full sun.
In the summer, Nassau is a little warmer than Koh Tao. Typically, the summer temperatures in Nassau in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Koh Tao averages at about 24°C (76°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyNassau 28°C (82°F)Koh Tao 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Nassau or Koh Tao in the Autumn?
Both Koh Tao and Nassau are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Nassau throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Koh Tao because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The rainy season in Koh Tao is October and November. It rains a lot this time of the year in Koh Tao. It's quite rainy in Nassau. In October, Nassau usually receives less rain than Koh Tao. Nassau gets 184 mm (7.2 in) of rain, while Koh Tao receives 276 mm (10.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Nassau. Nassau usually receives more sunshine than Koh Tao during autumn. Nassau gets 223 hours of sunny skies, while Koh Tao receives 167 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Nassau is generally around the same temperature as Koh Tao. Daily temperatures in Nassau average around 26°C (79°F), and Koh Tao fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberNassau 26°C (79°F)Koh Tao 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Nassau or Koh Tao in the Winter?
Both Koh Tao and Nassau during the winter 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 Koh Tao year-round.
February to June is the dry season in Koh Tao. Nassau usually gets less rain in January than Koh Tao. Nassau gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Koh Tao receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Koh Tao, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Nassau. In the winter, Nassau often gets less sunshine than Koh Tao. Nassau gets 220 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Koh Tao receives 255 hours of full sun.
Nassau is around the same temperature as Koh Tao in the winter. The daily temperature in Nassau averages around 21°C (70°F) in January, and Koh Tao fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryNassau 21°C (70°F)Koh Tao 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Nassau or Koh Tao in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Nassau and Koh Tao. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Nassau year-round. Koh Tao attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
February to June in Koh Tao is the dry season. In April, Nassau usually receives less rain than Koh Tao. Nassau gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Koh Tao receives 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Koh Tao this time of the year. In Nassau, it's very sunny this time of the year. Nassau usually receives more sunshine than Koh Tao during spring. Nassau gets 276 hours of sunny skies, while Koh Tao receives 239 hours of full sun in the spring.
In the spring, Nassau is around the same temperature as Koh Tao. Typically, the spring temperatures in Nassau in April average around 23°C (74°F), and Koh Tao averages at about 25°C (77°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilNassau 23°C (74°F)Koh Tao 25°C (77°F)
Typical Weather for Koh Tao and Nassau
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 21°C (70°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Feb | 21°C (70°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Mar | 22°C (72°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 23°C (74°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 189 mm (7.4 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (80°F) | 237 mm (9.3 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 211 mm (8.3 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 158 mm (6.2 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 184 mm (7.2 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 276 mm (10.9 in) |
| Nov | 24°C (75°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 380 mm (15 in) |
| Dec | 22°C (71°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
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