Which place is cheaper, Zion National Park or San Fernando?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit San Fernando or Zion National Park?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between San Fernando or Zion National Park, 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: San Fernando or Zion National Park?
San Fernando
As the industrial capital of Trinidad & Tobago, San Fernando is an oil city which attracts more business visitors than tourists. While it is primarily focused on industry, the city has a certain charm with its old buildings and sloping streets that frame pretty views of the sea. It is the big city of Trinidad's southern half with plenty to offer in nightlife, especially during Carnival.
Zion National Park
Grab your backpack, water bottle and protein bar and prepare yourself for the most humbling and awe-inspiring sights you'll likely ever see. Zion National Park in southern Utah is a favorite for hikers, backpackers and climbers around the world. With the red and white cliffs of Zion Canyon rising high over the Virgin River, meadows of wildflowers, hanging gardens and high plateaus, you'll be hard pressed to find more breathtaking views in the US.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to United States of America, and The Best Tours for Seniors to United States of America.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySan Fernando $153Zion National Park $119
The average daily cost (per person) in San Fernando is $153, while the average daily cost in Zion National Park is $119. 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 San Fernando and Zion National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSan Fernando $74Zion National Park $60
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSan Fernando $148Zion National Park $120
Compare Hotels in San Fernando and Zion National Park
Looking for a hotel in San Fernando or Zion National Park? 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: Zion National Park Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.San Fernando $50Zion National Park $30
Is it cheaper to fly into San Fernando or Zion National Park?
Prices for flights to both Zion National Park and San Fernando 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 daySan Fernando $48Zion National Park $37
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.San Fernando $28Zion National Park $26
Tours and Activities in Zion National Park
Here are a few actual costs in Zion National Park for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Private Sunset Guided Tour to Great Chamber by Four-Wheel Drive: $125
- Slot Canyon Tour & Sandboarding UTV Adventure: $128
- 3 Hour Guided E Bike Tour in Zion National Park : $100
- Award Winning UTV Slot Canyon Tour: $98
- Campfire S'mores and Stars Tour in Kanab: $65
- East Zion 2 Hour Slot Canyon Canyoneering UTV Tour: $119
- East Zion 4 Hour Slot Canyon Canyoneering UTV Tour: $174
- East Zion Canyoneering: Elkheart Canyon & UTV Tour: $169
- East Zion Crimson Canyon Hike & UTV Adventure: $109
- East Zion Dark Sky Stargazing Tour: $19
- East Zion East Rim Jeep Tour: $49
- Great Chamber/Peekaboo Slot Canyon UTV Tour 4hrs: $169
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySan Fernando $22Zion National Park $8.28
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between San Fernando and Zion National Park, we can see that San Fernando is more expensive. And not only is Zion National Park much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since San Fernando is in Caribbean Islands and Zion National Park is in North 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 Zion National Park would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Zion National Park 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 San Fernando would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in San Fernando than you might in Zion National Park.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is San Fernando Expensive? and Is Zion National Park Expensive?.
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.