Which place is cheaper, Tasmania or Northern Territory?
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 Northern Territory or Tasmania?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Northern Territory and Tasmania can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Northern Territory or Tasmania?
Northern Territory
For the chance to see nature at its grandest, put Australia's Northern Territory at the top of your list. The federal territory covering much of central Australia is what most people picture when they imagine an adventure n Australia. It's the real outback.
While this state contains some of the most breathtaking flora and fauna, it's also home to a rather posh capital. The city of Darwin is tropical, small and quite diverse. There are at least 50 different nationalities making up Darwin's 110,000 population.
With the largest Aboriginal population, this region is perfect for immersing yourself in the 40,000-year-old culture. Visit one of their villages and witness their expert skills at basket weaving, spear fishing and story telling.
When making the decision to travel to Australia, keep in mind that their seasons are the opposite of North America. While the climate tends to stay pretty mild all yearlong, don't be surprised to see that they are experiencing their wintertime when we are ready to lay by the pool all day.
Tasmania
Who doesn't want to escape to a remote part of the world for some rest and relaxation? For those kinds of vacations, don't count out the island of Tasmania. This destination should be at the top of every nature lover's list. Over 45% of this island is national park land.
Tasmania is Australia's only island state. With approximately 500,000 people, it is the also the smallest state in the country. It's roughly the size of the state of West Virginia with much of its population living on the south and north coasts. The island sees all the seasons and a relatively cool climate. Keep in mind, however, the seasons are different down under. Their summer runs from December to February while their winter spans over June to August.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Photography Tours in Australia, The Best Contiki Tours to Australia, The Best G Adventures Tours to Australia, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Sydney.
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Northern Territory Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNorthern Territory $4,376Tasmania $153
The average daily cost (per person) in Northern Territory is $4,376, while the average daily cost in Tasmania is $153. 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 Northern Territory and Tasmania in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNorthern Territory $2,487Tasmania $77
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNorthern Territory $
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4.00Tasmania $154
Compare Hotels in Northern Territory and Tasmania
Looking for a hotel in Northern Territory or Tasmania? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Northern Territory $694Tasmania $28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Northern Territory
Also for Northern Territory, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Darwin Int Airport (DRW) to Darwin - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $202
- Alice Springs to Uluru (Ayers Rock) Coach Transfer: $171
- Uluru (Ayers Rock) to Alice Springs Coach Transfer: $171
- Darwin Int Airport (DRW) to Darwin - Arrival Private Transfer: $101
- Darwin to Darwin Int Airport (DRW) - Departure Private Transfer: $101
- Private Transfer from Darwin Cruise Port to Darwin Airport (DRW): $87
- Private Transfer from Darwin Airport (DRW) to Darwin Cruise Port: $87
- Private Transfer from Darwin Cruise Port to Darwin city hotels: $87
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tasmania
Also for Tasmania, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Launceston to Cradle Mountain: $73
- Transfer from Cradle Mountain to Launceston: $94
- Private Transfer from Arthur Cruise Port to Hobart city hotels : $124
- Private Transfer from Arthur Cruise Port to Hobart Airport (HBA): $124
Is it cheaper to fly into Northern Territory or Tasmania?
Prices for flights to both Tasmania and Northern Territory 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 dayNorthern Territory $893Tasmania $47
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Northern Territory
For Northern Territory, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Charles Darwin Dinner Cruise: $104
- From Ayers Rock Resort: Uluru Sunset Barbecue Dinner: $107
- Sunset 3-Hour Cruise from Darwin with Dinner and Sparkling Wine: $113
- Cape Adieu Darwin Sunset Dinner Cruise: $113
- Uluru (Ayers Rock) Base and Sunset Half-Day Trip with Opt Outback BBQ Dinner: $134
- Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge 3.5-Hour Sunset Dinner Boat Tour: $173
- Uluru (Ayers Rock) Sunset + Outback Barbecue Dinner & Star Talk : $197
- Uluru Experience with BBQ Dinner: $219
- Ayers Rock Day Trip from Alice Springs Including BBQ Dinner: $246
- Mt Conner 4WD Small Group Tour from Ayers Rock Resort inc Dinner: $258
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tasmania
For Tasmania, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Evening Dinner Cruise: $103
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Northern Territory $811Tasmania $23
Tours and Activities in Northern Territory
For Northern Territory, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 1 Day Corroboree Billabong Wetland Experience including 2.5 hour cruise + lunch: $151
- 1 Day Litchfield Waterfalls Tour: $107
- 1 Hour Jumping Crocodile Cruise on the Adelaide River: $37
- Aboriginal Homelands Experience: $261
- Adelaide River Cruises - Jumping Crocodile Experience: $40
- Afternoon Kata Tjuta Small Group Tour: $117
- Alice Springs Airport to West MacDonnell Half-Day Tour : $107
- Alice Springs Desert Park General Entry Ticket: $27
- Alice Springs Desert Park Nocturnal Tour: $28
- Alice Springs Highlights Tour : $120
- Alice Town And Country Half Day Sunset Tour - Small Group: $127
- Arnhem Land Yingana Injalak Hill Full Day Tour from Darwin: $232
Tours and Activities in Tasmania
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tasmania.
- Cataract Gorge Cruise 2:30 pm: $30
- 1-Hour Tasmanian Devil Feeding Day Tour at Cradle Mountain: $27
- 2.50 hour Afternoon Discovery Cruise including Cataract Gorge departing at 3 pm: $87
- 3-Hour Tasman Peninsula Wilderness Cruise from Port Arthur: $120
- 90 minute Cape Raoul Cruise and Port Arthur Historic Site entry: $117
- After Dark Tasmanian Devil Feeding Tour at Cradle Mountain: $28
- Batman Bridge 4 Hour Luncheon Cruise including sailing into the Cataract Gorge: $120
- Bruny Island Food, Sightseeing, Guided Lighthouse Tour & Lunch : $177
- Burnie Shore Excursion: Tasting Trail Tour: $200
- Cataract Gorge Cruise 10:30 am: $30
- Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am: $30
- Cataract Gorge Cruise 12:30 pm: $30
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNorthern Territory $406Tasmania $15
Sample the Local Flavors in Tasmania
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Tasmania:
- 1 Hour Distillery Tour & Tasting in Turner Stillhouse: $20
- Tamar Valley Wine Tour with Lunch : $124
- Private West Tamar Wine Tour: $282
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Northern Territory and Tasmania, we can see that Northern Territory is more expensive. And not only is Tasmania much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Tasmania would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tasmania 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 Northern Territory would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Northern Territory than you might in Tasmania.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Northern Territory Expensive? and Is Tasmania Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Northern Territory or Tasmania?
Tasmania has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Northern Territory. When comparing the sizes of Northern Territory and Tasmania, 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.
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.