Which place is cheaper, Shiretoko National Park 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 Shiretoko National Park?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Tanah Rata or Shiretoko National Park? 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 Shiretoko National Park?
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.
Shiretoko National Park
Shiretoko National Park, Japan is comprises the entire Shiretoko Penninusla in the northeast island of Hokkaido. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is considered to be one of the most remote areas in Japan with very few and very small settlements. This makes Shiretoko the perfect place for a fun hiking and camping adventure.
While the park is open year round, the weather in the area tends to greatly affect the enjoyment of your trip due to harsh winters and heavy rain at the end of summer. There is a short period from May to early July that is considered the best time to visit due to slightly less rain and comfortable temperatures around 65 degrees Fahrenheit.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Malaysia, The Best 2-Week Tours in Malaysia, The Best Coach Bus Tours in Japan, and The Best Adventure Tours to Japan.
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Tanah Rata Prices
Malaysia PricesShiretoko National Park Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTanah Rata $192Shiretoko National Park $96
The average daily cost (per person) in Tanah Rata is $192, while the average daily cost in Shiretoko National Park is $96. 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 Shiretoko National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTanah Rata $76Shiretoko National Park $34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTanah Rata $152Shiretoko National Park $68
Compare Hotels in Tanah Rata and Shiretoko National Park
Looking for a hotel in Tanah Rata or Shiretoko 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: Tanah Rata Hotel Prices and Shiretoko National Park Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tanah Rata $33Shiretoko National Park $27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tanah Rata
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Tanah Rata:
- Cameron Highlands to Ipoh Hotel Transfer: $65
- Cameron Highlands City to Kuala Lumpur City One-way Transfer: $92
- Cameron Highlands to Kuala Lumpur City 1-way Transfer: $93
- Cameron Highlands to Kuala Lumpur City 1-way Transfer: $93
- Cameron Highlands City To Kuala Lumpur City Transfer: $94
- Cameron Highlands Hotels to Kuala Lumpur City 1-way Transfer: $94
- CameronHighland CityHotel to KualaLumpur Airport One-way Transfer: $109
- Cameron Highlands to Kuala Lumpur Airport Departure Transfer: $110
- Chauffeur: Cameron Highlands to Singapore Van Transfer: $125
- Cameron Highland to KUL Hotel (One Way Transfer): $153
- Cameron Highland to Kuala Besut Jetty One Way SIC Transfer: $154
- Shared Transfer : Cameron Highland to Taman Negara via Kuala Tembeling Jetty: $154
Is it cheaper to fly into Tanah Rata or Shiretoko National Park?
Prices for flights to both Shiretoko National Park 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 $87Shiretoko National Park $45
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 $39Shiretoko National Park $15
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 $21Shiretoko National Park $11
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tanah Rata and Shiretoko National Park, we can see that Tanah Rata is more expensive. And not only is Shiretoko National Park much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Shiretoko National Park would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Shiretoko 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 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 Shiretoko National Park.
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 Shiretoko National Park Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Tanah Rata or Shiretoko National Park?
Shiretoko National Park 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 Shiretoko National Park in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Tanah Rata and Shiretoko National Park. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Tanah Rata year-round. Also, many visitors come to Shiretoko National Park in the summer for the hiking and the family-friendly experiences.
Tanah Rata is much warmer than Shiretoko National Park in the summer. The daily temperature in Tanah Rata averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Shiretoko National Park fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
In July, Tanah Rata usually receives more rain than Shiretoko National Park. Tanah Rata gets 91 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while Shiretoko National Park receives 77 mm (3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTanah Rata 27°C (81°F)Shiretoko National Park 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Tanah Rata or Shiretoko National Park in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Tanah Rata as well as Shiretoko National Park. Tanah Rata attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, most visitors come to Shiretoko National Park for the hiking trails and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In the autumn, Tanah Rata is much warmer than Shiretoko National Park. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Tanah Rata in October average around 27°C (81°F), and Shiretoko National Park averages at about 10°C (51°F).
Tanah Rata receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Tanah Rata usually gets more rain in October than Shiretoko National Park. Tanah Rata gets 237 mm (9.3 in) of rain, while Shiretoko National Park receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTanah Rata 27°C (81°F)Shiretoko National Park 10°C (51°F)
Should I visit Tanah Rata or Shiretoko National Park in the Winter?
Both Shiretoko National Park and Tanah Rata are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Tanah Rata throughout the year.
The weather in Shiretoko National Park can be very cold. In January, Tanah Rata is generally much warmer than Shiretoko National Park. Daily temperatures in Tanah Rata average around 27°C (80°F), and Shiretoko National Park fluctuates around -6°C (20°F).
It's quite rainy in Tanah Rata. In January, Tanah Rata usually receives more rain than Shiretoko National Park. Tanah Rata gets 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Shiretoko National Park receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTanah Rata 27°C (80°F)Shiretoko National Park -6°C (20°F)
Should I visit Tanah Rata or Shiretoko National Park in the Spring?
Both Shiretoko National Park and Tanah Rata during the spring 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, the natural beauty are the main draw to Shiretoko National Park this time of year.
It's quite cold in Shiretoko National Park in the spring. Tanah Rata is much warmer than Shiretoko National Park in the spring. The daily temperature in Tanah Rata averages around 28°C (82°F) in April, and Shiretoko National Park fluctuates around 5°C (40°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Tanah Rata. Tanah Rata usually gets more rain in April than Shiretoko National Park. Tanah Rata gets 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain, while Shiretoko National Park receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTanah Rata 28°C (82°F)Shiretoko National Park 5°C (40°F)
Typical Weather for Shiretoko National Park 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) | -6°C (20°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Feb | 27°C (81°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | -7°C (19°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (82°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) | -3°C (28°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 28°C (82°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| May | 28°C (83°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 126 mm (5 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 173 mm (6.8 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 237 mm (9.3 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 270 mm (10.6 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (80°F) | 158 mm (6.2 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 51 mm (2 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.