Which place is cheaper, Perth 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 Perth?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Tanah Rata or Perth? 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 Perth?
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.
Perth
Capital of Western Australia, Perth is a city that sits where the Swan River meets the sea, and given its ocean side location there is plenty to see and do on the water and beyond. Spend a day on Perth's sandy beaches or get lost in its parks and gardens, sail down the river or enjoy the city's history and culture visiting museums and historic sites, shopping, dining, and much more.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Malaysia, The Best 2-Week Tours in Malaysia, The Best Budget Tours to Australia, and The Best Luxury Tours to Australia.
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Tanah Rata Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTanah Rata $192Perth $158
The average daily cost (per person) in Tanah Rata is $192, while the average daily cost in Perth is $158. 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 Perth in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTanah Rata $76Perth $75
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTanah Rata $152Perth $150
Compare Hotels in Tanah Rata and Perth
Looking for a hotel in Tanah Rata or Perth? 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 and Perth Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tanah Rata $33Perth $25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tanah Rata
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Tanah Rata:
- Private Transfer Service Cameron Highlands to Kuala Lumpur: $229
- Departure Transfer from Cameron Highland to KLIA/KLIA2: $169
- Cameron Highland to Kuala Besut Jetty One Way SIC Transfer: $154
- Shared Transfer : Cameron Highland to Taman Negara via Kuala Tembeling Jetty: $154
- Cameron Highland to KUL Hotel (One Way Transfer): $153
- Chauffeur: Cameron Highlands to Singapore Van Transfer: $125
- Cameron Highlands to Kuala Lumpur Airport Departure Transfer: $110
- CameronHighland CityHotel to KualaLumpur Airport One-way Transfer: $109
- Cameron Highlands City To Kuala Lumpur City Transfer: $94
- Cameron Highlands Hotels to Kuala Lumpur City 1-way Transfer: $94
- Cameron Highlands to Kuala Lumpur City 1-way Transfer: $93
- Cameron Highlands to Kuala Lumpur City 1-way Transfer: $93
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Perth
Also for Perth, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Ballooning in the Avon Valley plus Transfer from Perth, breakfast: $282
- Departure Transfer: Perth to Perth Airport PER by Business Car: $79
- Hillarys Boat Harbour: Rottnest Island Ferry Transfer: $61
- Perth Airport (PER) to Perth city - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $178
- Perth Departure Transfer by Private Chauffeur: Perth City Center to Airport: $50
- Perth city to Perth Airport (PER) - Departure Private Transfer: $89
- One Way Flight Transfer to or from Rottnest Island: $165
- PER Airport to Perth City Centre Private Transfer: $34
- Rottnest Island Flight Transfer with Return Ferry: $222
- Private Transfer from Fremantle Cruise Port to Perth Airport(PER): $74
- Private Transfer from Fremantle Cruise Port to Perth city hotels: $74
- Private Transfer from Perth Airport(PER) to Fremantle Cruise Port: $75
Is it cheaper to fly into Tanah Rata or Perth?
Prices for flights to both Perth 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 $87Perth $62
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Perth
For Perth, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hands on Cooking Class or Cooking Workshop Experience: $69
- Swan River Dinner Cruise: $99
- Swan River Dinner Cruise: $101
- From Pinnacles Sunset and Stargazing Tour with Dinner: $122
- Pinnacles Sunset Stargazing Dinner Experience Small Group Tour: $124
- Pinnacles Desert Sunset and Stargazing with Dinner: $149
- Pinnacles Desert Sunset Dinner and Stargazing Tour: $167
- The 10 Tastings of Perth With Locals: Private Food Tour : $176
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tanah Rata $39Perth $14
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 Sightseing Tour: $35
- Cameron Highlands City Hotels to Kuala Lumpur Airport EN-ROUTE Batu Caves Tour: $110
- Cameron Highlands City to Kuala Lumpur Airport EN-ROUTE Batu Caves Tour: $109
- Cameron Highlands Full Day Join in Tour: $49
- Cameron Highlands Full Day Tour: $75
- Cameron Highlands Private Sightseeing Tour : $211
- Cameron Highlands to Kuala Lumpur International Airport EN-ROUTE Batu Caves Tour: $110
- Cameron Highlands: Agro Tour: $61
- Cameron Highlands: Mossy Forest Tour: $30
- Special Cameron Highlands ~ Day tour;Solo;Couple;Group: $292
Tours and Activities in Perth
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Perth.
- Perth Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $6.72
- Perth Historic Downtown Smartphone Guided GPS Audio Walking Tour : $9.75
- Quest Experience in Cottesloe Beach Perth Pirates by the Sea : $12
- Perth Bell Tower Entry Ticket and Bell Chiming Experience: $12
- CBD Boom and Bust walking tour: $17
- The Perth Mint Gold Tour: $17
- Scitech Discovery Centre All Day Entry Ticket: $17
- The Premium Anzac Bell Tour at the Bell Tower: $21
- True Crime Guided Walking Tour: $22
- Fremantle's True Crime Tour: $23
- Optus Stadium Guided Tour: $23
- The ANZAC Bell Tour: $24
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTanah Rata $21Perth $7.47
Sample the Local Flavors in Perth
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Perth:
- Afternoon Swan Valley Wine Tasting with Transportation: $63
- Swan Valley: Half-Day Wine Tour From Perth: $69
- Swan Valley Wine Tour - Half Day Afternoon: $70
- Swan Valley Half-Day Wine Tour - Small Group Experience: $70
- Swan Valley Half Day Wine Tour from Perth: $70
- Half-Day Swan Valley Wine Tour with Tastings - From Perth: $79
- Swan Valley: Out for the Afternoon Wine Tasting with Lunch: $83
- Swan Valley: Full-Day Wine Tour with Lunch: $99
- Swan Valley Wine Tour - Full Day: $100
- Swan River Kayaking Tour with Dining and Wine Tasting: $109
- From Swan Valley Winery & Brewery Day Tour With Lunch: $109
- Swan Valley Boutique Wine Tour: $116
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tanah Rata and Perth, we can see that Tanah Rata is more expensive. And not only is Perth much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tanah Rata is in Asia and Perth is in Pacific, 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 Perth would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Perth 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 Perth.
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 Perth Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tanah Rata or Perth?
Perth has a larger population, and is about 210 times larger than the population of Tanah Rata. When comparing the sizes of Tanah Rata and Perth, 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 Perth?
Perth 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 Perth in the Summer?
Both Perth and Tanah Rata during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Tanah Rata because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, many travelers come to Perth for the beaches and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Tanah Rata is a little warmer than Perth. Typically, the summer temperatures in Tanah Rata in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Perth averages at about 25°C (76°F)in January.
Tanah Rata usually gets more rain in July than Perthin January. Tanah Rata gets 91 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while Perth receives 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryTanah Rata 27°C (81°F)Perth 25°C (76°F)
Should I visit Tanah Rata or Perth in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Tanah Rata and Perth. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Tanah Rata year-round. Furthermore, many visitors come to Perth in the autumn for the shopping scene.
In October, Tanah Rata is generally a little warmer than Perthin April. Daily temperatures in Tanah Rata average around 27°C (81°F), and Perth fluctuates around 19°C (67°F).
Tanah Rata gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Tanah Rata usually receives more rain than Perthin April. Tanah Rata gets 237 mm (9.3 in) of rain, while Perth receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilTanah Rata 27°C (81°F)Perth 19°C (67°F)
Should I visit Tanah Rata or Perth in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Tanah Rata as well as Perth. Tanah Rata attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, most visitors come to Perth for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Tanah Rata is much warmer than Perth in the winter. The daily temperature in Tanah Rata averages around 27°C (80°F) in January, and Perth fluctuates around 13°C (55°F)in July.
It's quite rainy in Perth. Tanah Rata receives a lot of rain in the winter. Tanah Rata usually gets less rain in January than Perthin July. Tanah Rata gets 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Perth receives 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyTanah Rata 27°C (80°F)Perth 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Tanah Rata or Perth in the Spring?
Both Perth and Tanah Rata are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Tanah Rata throughout the year. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Perth because of the beaches.
In the spring, Tanah Rata is much warmer than Perth. Typically, the spring temperatures in Tanah Rata in April average around 28°C (82°F), and Perth averages at about 17°C (62°F)in October.
It's quite rainy in Tanah Rata. In April, Tanah Rata usually receives more rain than Perthin October. Tanah Rata gets 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain, while Perth receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberTanah Rata 28°C (82°F)Perth 17°C (62°F)
Typical Weather for Perth and Tanah Rata
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (80°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Feb | 27°C (81°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (82°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 28°C (82°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 28°C (83°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 201 mm (7.9 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 126 mm (5 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 173 mm (6.8 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 237 mm (9.3 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 270 mm (10.6 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (80°F) | 158 mm (6.2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) |
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