Which place is cheaper, Hefei or Tanah Rata?
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 Tanah Rata or Hefei?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Tanah Rata or Hefei? 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: Tanah Rata or Hefei?
Tanah Rata
Tanah Rata is one of the main tourist towns in the Cameron Highlands. The Cameron Highlands are in western Malaysia and are a popular retreat for Malaysian residents and international travelers alike. The area's higher elevation offers an often much needed break from the country's oppressive heat. It also has a beautiful setting that is rich in agriculture and has rolling hills that are beautifully covered in tea plantations. Tanah Rata has many of the area's tourist amenities. ATMS, banks, and the area's main hospital are all found in town. For some, the area feels too touristy, but if you linger longer, and explore on your own, you can easily escape the mass tourism and see the area for what it is.
Hefei
While most would consider the city of Hefei a pass-through destination, there are plenty of things to see in the capital city of China's Anhui province.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Malaysia, The Best 2-Week Tours in Malaysia, The Best Adventure Tours to China, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in China.
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Tanah Rata Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTanah Rata $192Hefei $78
The average daily cost (per person) in Tanah Rata is $192, while the average daily cost in Hefei is $78. 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 Tanah Rata and Hefei in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTanah Rata $76Hefei $29
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTanah Rata $152Hefei $58
Compare Hotels in Tanah Rata and Hefei
Looking for a hotel in Tanah Rata or Hefei? 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: Tanah Rata Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tanah Rata $33Hefei $17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tanah Rata
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Tanah Rata:
- Cameron Highland to KUL Hotel (One Way Transfer): $153
- Cameron Highland to Kuala Besut Jetty One Way SIC Transfer: $154
- Cameron Highlands City To Kuala Lumpur City Transfer: $94
- Cameron Highlands City to Kuala Lumpur City One-way Transfer: $92
- Cameron Highlands Hotels to Kuala Lumpur City 1-way Transfer: $94
- Cameron Highlands to Ipoh Hotel Transfer: $65
- Cameron Highlands to Kuala Lumpur Airport Departure Transfer: $110
- Cameron Highlands to Kuala Lumpur City 1-way Transfer: $93
- Cameron Highlands to Kuala Lumpur City 1-way Transfer: $93
- CameronHighland CityHotel to KualaLumpur Airport One-way Transfer: $109
- Chauffeur: Cameron Highlands to Singapore Van Transfer: $125
- Departure Transfer from Cameron Highland to KLIA/KLIA2: $169
Is it cheaper to fly into Tanah Rata or Hefei?
Prices for flights to both Hefei and Tanah Rata 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 dayTanah Rata $87Hefei $36
Typical Food Prices in Tanah Rata
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Tanah Rata:
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Dinner for Two$6.42
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Dessert$0.71
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Lunch$4.52
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Afternoon tea$4.40
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tanah Rata $39Hefei $19
Typical Entertainment Prices in Tanah Rata
Here are a few typical costs in Tanah Rata for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Tea Factory Visit$6.42
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Tour of Orang Asli Village$24
Tours and Activities in Tanah Rata
Here are a few actual costs in Tanah Rata for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Cameron Highlands: Mossy Forest Tour: $30
- Cameron Highlands Sightseing Tour: $35
- Cameron Highlands Full Day Join in Tour: $49
- Cameron Highlands: Agro Tour: $61
- Cameron Highlands Full Day Tour: $75
- Cameron Highlands City to Kuala Lumpur Airport EN-ROUTE Batu Caves Tour: $109
- Cameron Highlands City Hotels to Kuala Lumpur Airport EN-ROUTE Batu Caves Tour: $110
- Cameron Highlands to Kuala Lumpur International Airport EN-ROUTE Batu Caves Tour: $110
- Cameron Highlands Private Sightseeing Tour : $211
- Special Cameron Highlands ~ Day tour;Solo;Couple;Group: $292
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTanah Rata $21Hefei $11
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tanah Rata and Hefei, we can see that Tanah Rata is more expensive. And not only is Hefei much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hefei would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hefei 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 Tanah Rata would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tanah Rata than you might in Hefei.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tanah Rata Expensive? and Is Hefei Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tanah Rata or Hefei?
Hefei has a larger population, and is about 200 times larger than the population of Tanah Rata. When comparing the sizes of Tanah Rata and Hefei, 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 Tanah Rata or Hefei?
Hefei has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Tanah Rata experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Tanah Rata or Hefei in the Summer?
Both Hefei and Tanah Rata are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Tanah Rata throughout the year.
In July, Tanah Rata is generally around the same temperature as Hefei. Daily temperatures in Tanah Rata average around 27°C (81°F), and Hefei fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Hefei. In July, Tanah Rata usually receives less rain than Hefei. Tanah Rata gets 91 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while Hefei receives 171 mm (6.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTanah Rata 27°C (81°F)Hefei 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Tanah Rata or Hefei in the Autumn?
Both Hefei and Tanah Rata during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Tanah Rata because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Tanah Rata is much warmer than Hefei in the autumn. The daily temperature in Tanah Rata averages around 27°C (81°F) in October, and Hefei fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Tanah Rata. Tanah Rata usually gets more rain in October than Hefei. Tanah Rata gets 237 mm (9.3 in) of rain, while Hefei receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTanah Rata 27°C (81°F)Hefei 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Tanah Rata or Hefei in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Tanah Rata and Hefei. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Tanah Rata year-round.
Hefei can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Tanah Rata is much warmer than Hefei. Typically, the winter temperatures in Tanah Rata in January average around 27°C (80°F), and Hefei averages at about 3°C (38°F).
Tanah Rata gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Tanah Rata usually receives more rain than Hefei. Tanah Rata gets 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Hefei receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTanah Rata 27°C (80°F)Hefei 3°C (38°F)
Should I visit Tanah Rata or Hefei in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Tanah Rata as well as Hefei. Tanah Rata attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Tanah Rata is generally much warmer than Hefei. Daily temperatures in Tanah Rata average around 28°C (82°F), and Hefei fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
Tanah Rata receives a lot of rain in the spring. Tanah Rata usually gets more rain in April than Hefei. Tanah Rata gets 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain, while Hefei receives 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTanah Rata 28°C (82°F)Hefei 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Hefei and Tanah Rata
| Tanah Rata | Hefei | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (80°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 27°C (81°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (82°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Apr | 28°C (82°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| May | 28°C (83°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 126 mm (5 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 173 mm (6.8 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 237 mm (9.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 270 mm (10.6 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (80°F) | 158 mm (6.2 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 25 mm (1 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.