Which place is cheaper, Pedasi or Punta Cana?
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 Punta Cana or Pedasi?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Punta Cana or Pedasi? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Punta Cana or Pedasi?
Punta Cana
Punta Cana, located on the easternmost tip of the Dominican Republic, is renowned for its stunning beaches, crystal-clear waters, and vibrant culture. This Caribbean paradise offers a diverse range of experiences that cater to all types of travelers, whether you're on a tight budget, seeking thrilling activities, exploring local cuisine, or figuring out the best ways to get around.
Pedasi
Pedasi is in the Los Santos province of the Pacific West region of Panama. It's on the edge of the Azuero Peninsula and has a population of just over 2000 people. The town is predominantly a fishing village and is set on a beautiful, rocky coastline, making it a dramatic place to visit. The town is small, but you'll find a few restaurants around town that are worth eating at. The area is well known for having some great carnivals and most travelers visit with the plan to enjoy some sport fishing, diving, snorkeling, or surfing. There are also some great national parks and preserves nearby.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Dominican Republic, The Best Adventure Tours to Dominican Republic, The Best 2-Week Tours from Panama City, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Panama.
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Punta Cana Prices
Dominican Republic PricesPedasi Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPunta Cana $179Pedasi $51
The average daily cost (per person) in Punta Cana is $179, while the average daily cost in Pedasi is $51. 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 Punta Cana and Pedasi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPunta Cana $100Pedasi $13
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPunta Cana $200Pedasi $26
Compare Hotels in Punta Cana and Pedasi
Looking for a hotel in Punta Cana or Pedasi? 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: Punta Cana Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Punta Cana $6.72Pedasi $5.41
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Punta Cana
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Punta Cana:
- DAT Santo Domingo TRANSFER to CASA DE CAMPO RESORT & VILLAS R/T: $295
- Vip Private Transfer to Punta Cana from Santo Domingo: $289
- Punta Cana Airport in Transfer Romana Hotels Van : $275
- Roundtrip VIP Transfer from Punta Cana Airport to Punta Cana Hotels: $270
- private transfer standard and premium punta cana airport to puerto plata: $265
- VIP Luxury Airport Transfer: $260
- Private car transfer from Punta Cana Airport to Santo Domingo: $250
- Punta Cana to Santo Domingo Private Transfer: $235
- Punta Cana Airport (PUJ) to Santo Domingo hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $230
- Private Transfer from Punta Cana to La Altagracia Province: $220
- Best Puntacana AirPort transfer to hotels -VIP & luxury services : $220
- VIP Transfer from Santo Domingo aiport - La Romana - Punta Cana: $220
Is it cheaper to fly into Punta Cana or Pedasi?
Prices for flights to both Pedasi and Punta Cana 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 dayPunta Cana $67Pedasi $31
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Punta Cana
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Punta Cana.
- 'Chillo al Coco' Cooking Class & Taino Concept store: $98
- "PRIVATE"- Wild Dominican Sancocho Cooking Adventure!: $99
- Buggy Ride, Dinner and Taino Party: $118
- Taste of DR Street Food Tour: $125
- Punta Cana Buggy Ride, Dinner and Taino Party: $125
- Sunset Buggies Adventure with Dinner from Punta Cana: $139
- Punta Cana Buggy Ride, Dinner and Taino Party: $236
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Punta Cana $31Pedasi -
Typical Entertainment Prices in Punta Cana
Here are a few typical costs in Punta Cana for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Dune Buggy Adventure$53
Tours and Activities in Punta Cana
Here are a few actual costs in Punta Cana for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 5 Tours of Jungle and Dominican Culture with Lunch : $160
- Adventure:4x4 ATV Cave and Dominican Culture At Punta Cana: $45
- Atv Moto Adventure: $59
- Buggy & 4WD the best Adventure in Puntacana : $56
- Full-Day Santo Domingo City Tour: $89
- Horseback Ride Punta Cana an Unique Experience: $90
- Jet Ski Tour Punta Cana : $260
- Morning horseback riding tour from Punta Cana: $62
- Private ATV Tour from Punta Cana : $250
- Punta Cana Buggy Adventure + Horseback Ride & Free Pick-Up: $90
- Safari Tour in Punta Cana todo el dia una Aventura inolvidable: $110
- Saona Island Full Day Tour Lunch and Transportation Included: $76
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPunta Cana $11Pedasi $2.86
Sample the Local Flavors in Punta Cana
Also in Punta Cana, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Bar Crawl in Punta Cana: $35
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Punta Cana and Pedasi, we can see that Punta Cana is more expensive. And not only is Pedasi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Punta Cana is in Caribbean Islands and Pedasi is in Central 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 Pedasi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pedasi 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 Punta Cana would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Punta Cana than you might in Pedasi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Punta Cana Expensive? and Is Pedasi Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Punta Cana or Pedasi?
Punta Cana has a larger population, and is about 60 times larger than the population of Pedasi. When comparing the sizes of Punta Cana and Pedasi, 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.