Which place is cheaper, Khao Sok National Park or Suzhou?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Suzhou or Khao Sok National Park?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Suzhou and Khao Sok National Park can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Suzhou or Khao Sok National Park?
Suzhou
Suzhou is a city in Jiangsu province famed for its beautiful gardens and traditional waterside architecture, featuring elaborate canals and bridges. Located on the Yangtze Delta, the city consists largely of waterways making Suzhou a kind of 'Venice of the Orient.' It is also a hub for scholars, artists, and skilled craftsmen.
Khao Sok National Park
In the south of Thailand, visitors will find a gorgeous getaway of pure nature. The Khao Sok National Park is a jungle reserve that covers over 700 square kilometers, and described as one of the most beautiful wildlife reserves in the country.
Many say this jungle is over 160 million years old making it one of the world's oldest rainforests. The lush environment of limestone, waterfalls and thickets of vegetation will make any wanderer eager to discover more. Keep your eyes peeled for bears, boars, gaurs, tapirs, gibbons, deer, marbled cats, wild elephants and more. Look to the sky for over 300 species of bird and 38 different types of bats.
You'll find the best time to book is from December to April, better known as the dry season. From June to October there is significantly more rain and the threat of monsoons. Not only does it rain on your parade, but also it causes the leeches to emerge.
To enter the park is a 300 baht fee for foreigners, 150 for children, and 40 for Thai citizens. If someone tries to sell you a ticket for more than that, simply buy one at the park entrance. When planning your stay remember that your entrance fee is only valid for 24 hours. If you're staying multiple days, you'll need to pay up front. Often if you're with a tour, the entrance fee is included in the tour price, but you should inquire about this to make sure.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Shanghai, The Best 2-Week Tours from Beijing, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Thailand, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Thailand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySuzhou $101Khao Sok National Park $88
The average daily cost (per person) in Suzhou is $101, while the average daily cost in Khao Sok National Park is $88. 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 Suzhou and Khao Sok National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSuzhou $38Khao Sok National Park $22
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSuzhou $76Khao Sok National Park $44
Compare Hotels in Suzhou and Khao Sok National Park
Looking for a hotel in Suzhou or Khao Sok 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Suzhou $57Khao Sok National Park $64
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Suzhou
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Suzhou:
- Nanjing Downtown hotels to Lukou Intl Airport (NKG) - Departure Private Transfer: $33
- Private Arrival Transfer: Suzhou Train Station to Hotels in Suzhou: $44
- Private Round-Trip Transfer between Tongli Water Town and Suzhou City : $58
- Private Round-Trip Transfer between Zhouzhuang Water Town and Suzhou City: $58
- Private Round Trip Transfer from Suzhou to Luzhi Water Town: $64
- Shanghai Private Transfer from Suzhou with Stop-over at Zhouzhuang Water Town : $81
- Suzhou Private Transfer to Zhouzhuang Water Town with Shanghai Drop-off Option: $84
- Suzhou Private Transfer to Tongli Water Town with Shanghai Drop-off Option: $84
- Shanghai Pudong International Airport Private Departure Transfer from Suzhou: $87
- Shanghai Private Transfer from Suzhou with Stop-over at Tongli Water Town : $90
- Hangzhou Private Transfer from Suzhou with Stop-over at Wuzhen Water Town : $143
- Suzhou to Beijing Bullet Train Ticket with Local Private Transfer : $178
Is it cheaper to fly into Suzhou or Khao Sok National Park?
Prices for flights to both Khao Sok National Park and Suzhou 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 daySuzhou $32Khao Sok National Park $26
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Suzhou
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Suzhou.
- Suzhou Alleyway Walking Food Tour With Locals: $55
- Half-Day Private Customized Suzhou Highlights with Lunch or Dinner Option: $123
- Private Suzhou Night Tour:Master of the Nets Garden, Ancient Canal with Dinner: $145
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Suzhou $9.32Khao Sok National Park $28
Tours and Activities in Suzhou
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Suzhou are as follows:
- Suzhou Self-Guided Tour with Private Car and Driver Service : $65
- Zhouzhuang and Tongli Self-Guided Tour from Suzhou with Drop-off Options : $70
- 4-Hour Suzhou Private Customized Tour: $71
- Suzhou Private English Tour Guide Service: $91
- Suzhou Private Walking Tour with Panmen Gate, City Moat and Yiyuan Garden: $101
- 4-Hour Flexible Suzhou City Highlights Private Tour: $114
- 4-Hour Suzhou Private Flexible Tour with Garden and Boat Ride Option: $125
- Private Suzhou City Amazing Day Tour in Your Way : $127
- 4-Hour Tongli Water Town Private Tour from Suzhou with Boat Ride : $127
- 4-Hour Suzhou Private Tour: Humble Administrator’s Garden,Tiger Hill and Canal : $134
- Nanjing Self-Guided Tour from Suzhou by Private Car with Drop-off Option : $137
- Private Tour of Suzhou Museum, Humble Administrator's Garden and Pingjiang Road: $144
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySuzhou $6.40Khao Sok National Park $5.65
When comparing the travel costs between Suzhou and Khao Sok National Park, we can see that Suzhou 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 Asia, 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 Suzhou Expensive? and Is Khao Sok National Park Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Suzhou or Khao Sok National Park?
Suzhou has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Khao Sok National Park experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Suzhou or Khao Sok National Park in the Summer?
Both Khao Sok National Park and Suzhou are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Khao Sok National Park because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In July, Suzhou is generally around the same temperature as Khao Sok National Park. Daily temperatures in Suzhou average around 28°C (83°F), and Khao Sok National Park fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
It's quite sunny in Khao Sok National Park. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Suzhou. Suzhou usually receives more sunshine than Khao Sok National Park during summer. Suzhou gets 232 hours of sunny skies, while Khao Sok National Park receives 206 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Khao Sok National Park. It's quite rainy in Suzhou. In July, Suzhou usually receives less rain than Khao Sok National Park. Suzhou gets 128 mm (5 in) of rain, while Khao Sok National Park receives 284 mm (11.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySuzhou 28°C (83°F)Khao Sok National Park 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Suzhou or Khao Sok National Park in the Autumn?
Both Khao Sok National Park and Suzhou during the autumn are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Khao Sok National Park year-round.
Suzhou is cooler than Khao Sok National Park in the autumn. The daily temperature in Suzhou averages around 19°C (65°F) in October, and Khao Sok National Park fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
In the autumn, Suzhou often gets less sunshine than Khao Sok National Park. Suzhou gets 162 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Khao Sok National Park receives 181 hours of full sun.
Khao Sok National Park gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Suzhou usually gets less rain in October than Khao Sok National Park. Suzhou gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Khao Sok National Park receives 351 mm (13.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSuzhou 19°C (65°F)Khao Sok National Park 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Suzhou or Khao Sok National Park in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Suzhou and Khao Sok National Park. Khao Sok National Park attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Suzhou can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Suzhou is much colder than Khao Sok National Park. Typically, the winter temperatures in Suzhou in January average around 4°C (39°F), and Khao Sok National Park averages at about 27°C (80°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Khao Sok National Park this time of the year. Suzhou usually receives less sunshine than Khao Sok National Park during winter. Suzhou gets 135 hours of sunny skies, while Khao Sok National Park receives 287 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Suzhou usually receives around the same amount of rain as Khao Sok National Park. Suzhou gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Khao Sok National Park receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySuzhou 4°C (39°F)Khao Sok National Park 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Suzhou or Khao Sok National Park in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Suzhou as well as Khao Sok National Park. The warm climate attracts visitors to Khao Sok National Park throughout the year.
In April, Suzhou is generally much colder than Khao Sok National Park. Daily temperatures in Suzhou average around 15°C (58°F), and Khao Sok National Park fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Khao Sok National Park. In the spring, Suzhou often gets less sunshine than Khao Sok National Park. Suzhou gets 153 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Khao Sok National Park receives 249 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Khao Sok National Park. Suzhou receives a lot of rain in the spring. Suzhou usually gets less rain in April than Khao Sok National Park. Suzhou gets 102 mm (4 in) of rain, while Khao Sok National Park receives 157 mm (6.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSuzhou 15°C (58°F)Khao Sok National Park 29°C (83°F)
Typical Weather for Khao Sok National Park and Suzhou
| Suzhou | Khao Sok National Park | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 4°C (39°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (41°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 9°C (48°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (58°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) |
| May | 20°C (67°F) | 113 mm (4.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 345 mm (13.6 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 152 mm (6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 286 mm (11.3 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (83°F) | 128 mm (5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 284 mm (11.2 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 133 mm (5.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 272 mm (10.7 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 156 mm (6.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 417 mm (16.4 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (65°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 351 mm (13.8 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (55°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 188 mm (7.4 in) |
| Dec | 7°C (44°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
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