Which place is cheaper, Mazatlan or Puerto Natales?
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 Puerto Natales or Mazatlan?
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 Puerto Natales and Mazatlan can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Puerto Natales or Mazatlan?
Puerto Natales
Puerto Natales is a beautiful town located in the Chilean Patagonia on the Senoret Channel. The city is often used as a base camp for trips to the surrounding national parks due to their plentiful restaurant options and access to internet. Puerto Natales is also known for being the base city to the Torres del Paine National Park, which was named the 5th most beautiful place in the world by National Geographic.
Mazatlan
Mazatlan is located on the Pacific coast in the Mexican state of Sinaloa. The city has a population of almost 500,000, making it the second largest city in the state. It is a popular tourist destination because of its beautiful beaches and resort hotels. Most people head to Mazatlan specifically for its beaches, but the city itself is somewhat large and diverse with many different cultures and ethnicities represented. Many foreigners come here not only to vacation, but also to retire. You'll meet people from all over Europe, as well as Canada and the United States.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Chile, The Best Budget Tours to Chile, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Mexico, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Mexico.
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Puerto Natales Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPuerto Natales $105Mazatlan $94
The average daily cost (per person) in Puerto Natales is $105, while the average daily cost in Mazatlan is $94. 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 Puerto Natales and Mazatlan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPuerto Natales $38Mazatlan $29
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPuerto Natales $76Mazatlan $58
Compare Hotels in Puerto Natales and Mazatlan
Looking for a hotel in Puerto Natales or Mazatlan? 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: Puerto Natales Hotel Prices and Mazatlan Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Puerto Natales $19Mazatlan $19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Puerto Natales
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Puerto Natales:
- Private Transfer Airport x Hotels inside the TORRES DEL PAINE Park: $100
- Private Transfer: From Punta Arenas to Puerto Natales: $422
- Private transfer Airport x Lodging (Puerto Natales): $25
- Puerto Natales Airport Private Transfer: $30
Is it cheaper to fly into Puerto Natales or Mazatlan?
Prices for flights to both Mazatlan and Puerto Natales 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 dayPuerto Natales $48Mazatlan $54
Typical Food Prices in Puerto Natales
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Puerto Natales:
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Cake$1.05
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Dinner$18
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Coke$1.05
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Puerto Natales $29Mazatlan $8.67
Tours and Activities in Puerto Natales
Here are a few actual costs in Puerto Natales for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- City Bike Tour through Puerto Natales: $65
- Historical Tour: $65
- Full-Day Torres del Paine Tour: $77
- Full Day Guided Tour in Torres del Paine and Milodon Cave: $80
- Torres del Paine Full Day Tour: $80
- Cerro Dorotea 8x8 Tour with Panoramic Views: $80
- Torres del Paine Park Full-Day Tour from Puerto Natales: $83
- Torres del Paine : Full day Panoramic Tour: $83
- Torres del Paine Full Day Tour: $85
- Full day tour Torres del Paine: $86
- Full Day Tour to Torres del Paine National Park: $92
- Torres del Paine & Milodon cave day tour from Puerto Natales : $92
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPuerto Natales $17Mazatlan $16
Typical Alcohol Prices in Puerto Natales
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Puerto Natales:
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Alcohol$13
When comparing the travel costs between Puerto Natales and Mazatlan, we can see that Puerto Natales is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Puerto Natales is in South America and Mazatlan is in North America, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Puerto Natales Expensive? and Is Mazatlan Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Puerto Natales or Mazatlan?
Mazatlan has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Puerto Natales. When comparing the sizes of Puerto Natales and Mazatlan, 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.