Which place is cheaper, Huaraz or Salvador?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Salvador or Huaraz?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Salvador or Huaraz, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Salvador or Huaraz?
Salvador
Salvador de Bahia was the first capital of Brazil, founded by the Portuguese in 1549. Also known as "Brazil's capital of happiness," Salvador is famous for its plentiful and spirited street festivals. The third most populous city in Brazil, Salvador is also well-known for its Afro-Brazilian culture and Portuguese colonial architecture.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Eco Tours in Brazil, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Brazil, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Peru, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Peru.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySalvador $44Huaraz $50
The average daily cost (per person) in Salvador is $44, while the average daily cost in Huaraz is $50. 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 Salvador and Huaraz in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSalvador $24Huaraz $20
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSalvador $48Huaraz $40
Compare Hotels in Salvador and Huaraz
Looking for a hotel in Salvador or Huaraz? 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: Salvador Hotel Prices and Huaraz Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Salvador $6.02Huaraz $10
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Salvador
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Salvador:
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Bus from Airport$1.17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Salvador
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Salvador:
- Airport Transfer x Salvador Hotel - Sedan 1 to 4 people: $30
- Airport Transfer-Grand Palladium Imbassai 1 to 4 people by Salvador Receptivo: $65
- Airport Transfer-Grand Palladium Imbassai 5 to 10 people by Salvador Receptivo: $95
- Arrival or Departure Shared Transfer from Airport to hotels in Salvador: $16
- Costa de Sauipe Transfer - Private Executive Van: $157
- Executive Transfer - Salvador International Airport to Hotels or Residencia: $31
- Hotel Vila Galé Mares - Transfers In / Out: $78
- Iberostar Praia do Forte, In/Out transfers: $97
- Ivan Bahia, Private Transfer Salvador BA to Lençois (Chapada Diamantina): $299
- One Way transfer : Salvador airport to/ from Salvador da Bahia : $43
- One-Way Private Transfer to Boipeba Island: $120
- Praia do Forte Shared Transfer From Salvador : $28
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Huaraz
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Huaraz are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$2.17
Is it cheaper to fly into Salvador or Huaraz?
Prices for flights to both Huaraz and Salvador 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 daySalvador $13Huaraz $18
Typical Food Prices in Salvador
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Salvador:
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Dinner for 2$1.37
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Salvador
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Salvador.
- 7-Recipe Boozy Cooking Class in Salvador: $75
- 7-Recipe Boozy Cooking Class in Salvador: $75
- Private Bahian Cooking Class - An Amazing Experience!: $113
- Salvador by Night: Cultural Dinner and Show: $130
- Private Cooking Experience with local in Salvador: $130
- Cultural Folkloric Show and Dinner in Salvador: $140
- Baiana Cooking Class with Market Visit & Lunch: $150
- Bahia By Night: Dinner and Folkloric show: $195
Typical Food Prices in Huaraz
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Huaraz:
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Lunch$5.97
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Chips$1.49
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Salvador $5.67Huaraz $19
Tours and Activities in Salvador
Here are a few actual costs in Salvador for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Salvador, Vitória & Barra: Scavenger Hunt Self-Guided Tour: $7.68
- Salvador, Pelourinho: Scavenger Hunt and Self-Guided Tour: $7.68
- Salvador Sights Self Guided Tour (Vitória and Barra): $7.87
- Walking tour historic Pelourinho: $13
- Historic City Tour - Half Day in Salvador: $19
- Panoramic City Tour - Half Day in Salvador: $19
- Full Day Tour to Frades Islands + Itaparica: $22
- Regular Tour to Forte Beach - Leaving Salvador by Bahia Top Turismo: $24
- Bahia 500 Years Historic Tour, Salvador, Bahia, Brazil: $25
- Salvador Historical City Center Tour: $25
- Historic City Tour in Salvador: $25
- Salvador Panoramic City Tour: $25
Typical Entertainment Prices in Huaraz
Here are a few typical costs in Huaraz for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Climbing Gear$17
Tours and Activities in Huaraz
Here are a few actual costs in Huaraz for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Traditional Picante de Cuy Gastronomy Tour in Huaraz: $15
- 69 Lake Tour of Peru: $26
- Glacier Pastoruri and Puya Raimondi Full Day Tour: $28
- Lake 69 Trek Day Tour - White Mountain Range: $30
- From Huaraz || Full day tour Laguna 69 in -Cordillera Blanca: $36
- From Tour to Llanganuco Lakes (Chinancocha Lake): $37
- From Tour to Archeological Complex of Chavin: $38
- Lake 69 Full-Day Hiking Tour from Huaraz: $40
- Ancash: Nevado pastors and puyas Raymondi Tour | Full Day |: $40
- From Lake 69 Trek Day Tour - White Mountain Range: $46
- From Chavín de Huantar fullday tour: $56
- From Ancash: Tour fantastic in Huaraz |2Days-1Night|: $92
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySalvador $5.38Huaraz $15
Typical Alcohol Prices in Salvador
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Salvador:
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Beers for 2$1.37
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Drinks$2.74
Sample the Local Flavors in Salvador
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Salvador:
- Tropical Night Samba Drinks Pub crawl in Salvador: $105
When comparing the travel costs between Salvador and Huaraz, we can see that Huaraz 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. Since both cities are in South America, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Salvador Expensive? and Is Huaraz Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Salvador or Huaraz?
Salvador has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Huaraz. When comparing the sizes of Salvador and Huaraz, 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.
When is the best time to visit Salvador or Huaraz?
Salvador has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Huaraz experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Salvador or Huaraz in the Summer?
Both Huaraz and Salvador are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Huaraz because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The weather in Huaraz can be very cold. In the summer, Salvador is much warmer than Huaraz. Typically, the summer temperatures in Salvador in January average around 27°C (81°F), and Huaraz averages at about 3°C (37°F)in July.
It's quite rainy in Salvador. In January, Salvador usually receives more rain than Huarazin July. Salvador gets 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain, while Huaraz receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures January and JulySalvador 27°C (81°F)Huaraz 3°C (37°F)
Should I visit Salvador or Huaraz in the Autumn?
Both Huaraz and Salvador during the autumn are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Huaraz year-round.
It's quite cold in Huaraz in the autumn. In April, Salvador is generally much warmer than Huarazin October. Daily temperatures in Salvador average around 26°C (80°F), and Huaraz fluctuates around 4°C (39°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Salvador. Salvador usually gets more rain in April than Huarazin October. Salvador gets 310 mm (12.2 in) of rain, while Huaraz receives 85 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures April and OctoberSalvador 26°C (80°F)Huaraz 4°C (39°F)
Should I visit Salvador or Huaraz in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Salvador and Huaraz. Huaraz attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Salvador is much warmer than Huaraz in the winter. The daily temperature in Salvador averages around 24°C (75°F) in July, and Huaraz fluctuates around 7°C (45°F)in January.
Huaraz receives a lot of rain in the winter. Salvador gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Salvador usually receives more rain than Huarazin January. Salvador gets 175 mm (6.9 in) of rain, while Huaraz receives 122 mm (4.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures July and JanuarySalvador 24°C (75°F)Huaraz 7°C (45°F)
Should I visit Salvador or Huaraz in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Salvador as well as Huaraz. The warm climate attracts visitors to Huaraz throughout the year.
In the spring, Salvador is much warmer than Huaraz. Typically, the spring temperatures in Salvador in October average around 26°C (78°F), and Huaraz averages at about 6°C (43°F)in April.
Salvador receives a lot of rain in the spring. Salvador usually gets more rain in October than Huarazin April. Salvador gets 115 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Huaraz receives 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures October and AprilSalvador 26°C (78°F)Huaraz 6°C (43°F)
Typical Weather for Huaraz and Salvador
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (81°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) |
| Feb | 27°C (81°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 152 mm (6 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 126 mm (5 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (80°F) | 310 mm (12.2 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| May | 26°C (78°F) | 360 mm (14.2 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (76°F) | 244 mm (9.6 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (75°F) | 175 mm (6.9 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 127 mm (5 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (78°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (80°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
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.