Should you visit Recife or Huaraz?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel cost comparison between Recife and Huaraz can help. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Recife
One of the largest cities on Brazil's northeast coast, Recife is also the capital of the state of Pernambuco. The city gets its name from the Portuguese word for "reef," as it was built around a landscape of natural reef beaches. Many people visit to enjoy these beaches, experience the culture, and explore the history of this important Brazilian city.
Huaraz
Huaraz is a large town in the Cordillera Blanca region of Peru's Central Sierra. Huaraz stands tall at 3100m; travellers from Lima might need a day or two to acclimatize to the change in atmosphere. Nearly wiped out by the earthquake of 1970, the town of 100,000 blends a mix of modern and native culture. Huarez is first and foremost a trekking metropolis. During high season the streets buzz with hundreds of backpackers and adventurers freshly returned from arduous hikes or planning their next expedition. The town has many markets, shops, quality restaurants and hopping bars catering to tourist and local needs. Mountain adventures in the off-season can be equally rewarding, but the vibe is calmer and some places go into hibernation once the rains set in.
Which city is cheaper, Huaraz or Recife?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Recife is $130, while the average daily cost in Huaraz is $38. 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Recife and Huaraz in more detail.
Accommodation
The average price for accommodation for two people in Recife is $138. This is for two people sharing a typical double occupancy hotel room.
Huaraz's average price for two people sharing a typical double-occupancy hotel room is $30. A typical place to stay for one person, per day is $15.
Food
In Recife travelers spend around $55 a day on food. You can save money by choosing casual restaurants or food stalls, or you can spend plenty more by dining in nicer restaurants at every meal.
While meal prices in Huaraz can vary, the average travelers spends about $13 per day on food. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out, an average meal in Huaraz should cost around $5.20 per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Huaraz is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.
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Food
Meals for one day
Recife $55
Huaraz $13
Typical Food prices in Huaraz
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Huaraz:
Local Transportation
The average price of local transportation around Recife is $6.66 per person, per day. As this average includes both taxis and public transport, keep in mind that the prices of private drivers and taxis are significantly more expensive than public transportation.
The cost of a taxi ride in Huaraz is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent $7.66 per person, per day, on local transportation in Huaraz.
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Recife
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Recife:
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Arrival Private Transfer: Recife Airport REC to Porto de Galinhas by Minivan:
$166
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Arrival Private Transfer: Recife Airport REC to Porto de Galinhas by Sedan Car:
$55
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Arrival Transfer from Airport of Recife to João Pessoa:
$109
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Arrival Transfer from Airport of Recife to Maceió:
$256
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Arrival Transfer from Airport of Recife to Maragogi Hotels:
$100
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Arrival Transfer from Airport of Recife to Praia da Pipa:
$192
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Arrival Transfer from Airport of Recife to São Miguel dos Milagres:
$160
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Arrival Transfer from Recife Airport to Boa Viagem Pina or Piedade:
$20
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Arrival Transfer from Recife Airport to Cabo de Santo Agostinho:
$30
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Arrival Transfer from Recife Airport to Olinda:
$40
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Arrival Transfer from Recife Airport to Porto de Galinhas - Muro Alto or Serrambi:
$40
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Arrival Transfer from Recife Airport to Praia dos Carneiros:
$80
Typical Local Transportation prices in Huaraz
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Huaraz are as follows:
Is it cheaper to fly into Recife or Huaraz?
Prices for flights to both Huaraz and Recife 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.
Entertainment
Recife's costs for entertainment, tickets, attractions, and tours will often cost around $8.84 per person, per day. This cost can vary widely by the type of activity, however, as this includes admission tickets, day tours, museums, and other things to do.
Entertainment and activities in Huaraz typically cost an average of $15 per person, per day. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.
Tours and Activities in Recife
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Recife are as follows:
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Recife and Olinda City Tour:
$26
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City Tour Olinda And Recife Antigo:
$26
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Cultutal Tour in Recife with Ricardo Brennand Institute:
$26
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Recife Tour By Night:
$27
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Day Trip to Igarassu and Itamaracá Island Tour from Recife:
$29
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Recife & Olinda Tour in Spanish & Portuguese, English Option:
$29
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Recife Culture Tour Including Ricardo Brennand Institute:
$37
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Igarassu And Itamaraca Island Tour:
$38
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Recife Boat Tour:
$38
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Recife 1-Day Tour to Porto Galinhas:
$39
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Carneiros Beach Day Tour:
$40
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Maragogi Beach Tour from Recife:
$43
Typical Entertainment prices in Huaraz
Here are a few typical costs in Huaraz for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
Tours and Activities in Huaraz
Here are a few actual costs in Huaraz for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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Traditional Picante de Cuy Gastronomy Tour in Huaraz:
$15
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Llanganuco Full Day Tour:
$21
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Pachamanca Gastronomy Tour in Huaraz:
$28
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Lake 69 Full-Day Hiking Tour from Huaraz:
$40
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From Llanganuco Lagoon fullday tour:
$50
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From Chavín de Huantar fullday tour:
$50
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From Nevado Pastoruri Tour fullday tour:
$50
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Huaraz Private City Tour:
$65
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Querococha Lake and Chavin Ruins Private Tour from Huaraz:
$73
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Pastoruri Glacier Private Full-Day Tour from Huaraz:
$73
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Full-Day Tour to Lake Paron from Huaraz, Peru:
$80
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Full-Day Tour to Callejón de Huaylas and Llanganuco:
$89
Alcohol
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Huaraz may vary from person to person, on average a person spends $11 per day on alcoholic beverages.
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Recife and Huaraz, we can see that Recife is more expensive. And not only is Huaraz much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Huaraz would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Huaraz 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 Recife would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Recife than you might in Huaraz.
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