Which place is cheaper, Bonaire or Pamukkale?
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 Pamukkale or Bonaire?
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 Pamukkale and Bonaire can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Pamukkale or Bonaire?
Pamukkale
Pamukkale is in southeastern Aegean Turkey and is historically a spa town that has been in existence since the 2nd century BC. It is popular with tourists for its beautiful hot springs and travertines, or pools that are coated in a very unique calcium covering. The area is very rich in mineral content and the water, which has been flowing for thousands of years, has deposited calcium in each pool. This unique whiteness creates an unworldly beauty that draws visitors from around the world. If you're visiting during the summer months when the sun is out in full force, don't forget the sunscreen, as the white reflects the light and you can end up with a sunburn quite quickly. You'll also want to make sure you have sunglasses available because the glare can be quite extreme.
Bonaire
An island municipality of the Netherlands, Bonaire resides in the Caribbean, east of Central America and north of Venezuela. It is a part of the ABC Islands together with Aruba and Curaçao, and is best known as a tropical vacation destination with many great dive spots, beaches, lagoons, and wildlife.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPamukkale $162Bonaire $299
The average daily cost (per person) in Pamukkale is $162, while the average daily cost in Bonaire is $299. 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 Pamukkale and Bonaire in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPamukkale $44Bonaire $155
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPamukkale $88Bonaire $310
Compare Hotels in Pamukkale and Bonaire
Looking for a hotel in Pamukkale or Bonaire? 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: Pamukkale Hotel Prices and Bonaire Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pamukkale $28Bonaire $65
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pamukkale
Also for Pamukkale, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Antalya/Belek/Lara: Land Of legends Night Show Transfer: $20
- Gumbet Turkish Bath with hotel transfer and Oil massage: $38
- Paragliding Tour w/ Scenic Views & Hotel Transfer: $73
- Pamukkale - Karahayit Transfer from Denizli Cardak Airport: $78
- Private Denizli Pamukkale Airport Transfer Service: $108
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels: $114
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Denizli City Hotels: $114
- Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $119
- Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon w/Flight Certificates,Champagne Toast & Hotel Transfer: $121
- Denizli Airport Transfer to Pamukkale (Private): $141
- Denizli City Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $149
- City of Pamukkale/Denizli: Antalya Center Private Transfer: $244
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bonaire
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bonaire:
- Airport Transfer Return Included: $80
- Private Transfer from Kralendijk Port to Bonaire Airport (BON): $59
- Private Transfer from Kralendijk Cruise Port to Kralendijk city : $59
- Private Transfers between Bonaire airport and any local address : $40
Is it cheaper to fly into Pamukkale or Bonaire?
Prices for flights to both Bonaire and Pamukkale 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 dayPamukkale $94Bonaire $101
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bonaire
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bonaire.
- Dinner at Sea: $95
- Discover the Flavors of Bonaire with the Bonaire Snack Food Tour: $130
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pamukkale $42Bonaire $40
Typical Entertainment Prices in Pamukkale
For Pamukkale, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Entrance fees Travertines & Pool$1.57
Tours and Activities in Pamukkale
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Pamukkale.
- From Antalya or Kemer: Full-Day Pamukkale & Hierapolis Tour: $41
- Full Day Pamukkale City Tour From Pamukkale And Karahayit Hotels: $45
- From Antalya: Pamukkale and Hierapolis Tour with Lunch: $47
- Pamukkale&Hierapolis Small Group Tour (Entrance Tickets Extra): $50
- Pamukkale and Hierapolis Skip-the-Line Tickets and Audio Guide: $51
- Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Experience Including Pickup: $59
- Pamukkale Paragliding Experience By Local Expert Pilots: $64
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $66
- Pamukkale Paragliding Tour : $70
- Pamukkale & Hierapolis Ancient City Tour from Antalya: $80
- Natural Pamukkale Tour From Pamukkale - Small Group : $82
- Izmir: Ephesus, House of Mary Tour w/Entry Tickets & Lunch: $84
Tours and Activities in Bonaire
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bonaire are as follows:
- 2 Hours Private Kitesurfing Adventure: $265
- 4 Hours Open Air Party Bus Tour with Beach Stop in Caribbean: $39
- 4 hour Individual Island Tour for 1 to 12 persons: $180
- Aquaspace Sunset Sail and Snorkel Tour on Bonaire with Diner: $130
- Bonaire Cave Tour: Walk, Climb & Swim: $75
- Bonaire CaveTour Climb, Snorkel & Explore the Hidden Gems : $83
- Bonaire Essentials Island Tour: $49
- Bonaire Landsailing Adventures: $79
- Bonaire Shore Excursion: The Bonaire Highlights Tour: $83
- Bonaire island adventure: $110
- Discover Scuba Diving Experience: $164
- North & South Highlights Guided Group Tour: $100
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPamukkale $11Bonaire $33
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pamukkale and Bonaire, we can see that Bonaire is more expensive. And not only is Pamukkale much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Pamukkale is in Europe and Bonaire is in Caribbean Islands, 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 Pamukkale would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pamukkale 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 Bonaire would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bonaire than you might in Pamukkale.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pamukkale Expensive? and Is Bonaire Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Pamukkale or Bonaire?
Bonaire has a larger population, and is about 34% larger than the population of Pamukkale. When comparing the sizes of Pamukkale and Bonaire, 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.