Which place is cheaper, Khao Sok National Park or Yangshuo?
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 Yangshuo or Khao Sok National Park?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Yangshuo and Khao Sok National Park can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Yangshuo or Khao Sok National Park?
Yangshuo
A county of the city, Guilin, Yangshuo is located in a region famous for its karst topography. Surrounded by jagged mountain peaks and bordered on one side by the Li River, Yangshuo has become a popular home base for tourists looking to explore the region's natural wonders. Backpackers and tourists, both foreign and domestic, come to Yangshuo every year making it a city of many cultures. Most locals are even able to speak English, which is fairly uncommon for Chinese cities.
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 Budget Tours to China, The Best Tours for Seniors to China, 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 dayYangshuo $86Khao Sok National Park $126
The average daily cost (per person) in Yangshuo is $86, while the average daily cost in Khao Sok National Park is $126. 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 Yangshuo and Khao Sok National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personYangshuo $26Khao Sok National Park $28
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomYangshuo $52Khao Sok National Park $56
Compare Hotels in Yangshuo and Khao Sok National Park
Looking for a hotel in Yangshuo 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.Yangshuo $43Khao Sok National Park $74
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yangshuo
Also for Yangshuo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo(Xingping) Train Station to Yangshuo Hotel: $21
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo hotel to Guilin hotel: $37
- Private Airport Transfer: Yangshuo Hotel to Guilin Liangjiang Airport: $45
- Private One Way Transfer Service to Guilin City Hotel or Airport from Yangshuo: $48
- Private Departure Transfer: Yangshuo to Guilin Train Stations: $49
- Yangshuo Via Ferrata with Round way private transfer from Yangshuo hotel: $56
- Impression Liu Sanjie - Ticket Booking (including Round-trip Transfer): $62
- Yangshuo Via Ferrata with Round way private transfer from Xingping hotel: $67
- From Rock Climbing with Transfer Private (3 hours): $69
- Guilin: Li River Cruise with Transfer to Yangshuo: $80
- Private Impression Sanjie Liu Evening Show with Hotel Transfer: $88
- From Yangshuo Via Ferrata with Transfer 3 hours Private Tour: $89
Is it cheaper to fly into Yangshuo or Khao Sok National Park?
Prices for flights to both Khao Sok National Park and Yangshuo 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 dayYangshuo $33Khao Sok National Park $52
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yangshuo
For Yangshuo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Yangshuo Cooking Class with Market Trip: $45
- Full-day Cultural Experience: Taichi, Cooking & Painting Lessons: $100
- The impression Liu sanjie show and local dinner in town : $145
- Combo Impression Sanjie Liu Show and Authentic Cooking Experience: $199
- Yangshuo Full Day Tour: Cooking class, River boat, Light Show: $259
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Yangshuo $24Khao Sok National Park $33
Tours and Activities in Yangshuo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Yangshuo.
- Impression Sanjie Liu Show Ticket: $45
- Impression Sanjie Liu Show Ticket: $45
- Impression Sanjie Liu Show Ticket Booking : $45
- Yangshuo Impression Liusanjie Show Ticket: $45
- Impression Liusanjie Show Ticket: $48
- Yangshuo Via Ferrata Ticket: $49
- Yulong River Bamboo Rafting Experience: $52
- Yangshuo Ruyi peak & round way cable car ticket: $55
- Yangshuo Walking Day Tour: $56
- Half/Full-Day Yangshuo Countryside Moderate Cycling and Sightseeing Private Tour: $60
- Ticket of Impression Sanjie Liu Show: $62
- Amphibious Off-Road Biking Experience: $67
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayYangshuo $34Khao Sok National Park $6.50
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Yangshuo and Khao Sok National Park, we can see that Khao Sok National Park is more expensive. And not only is Yangshuo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Yangshuo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Yangshuo 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 Khao Sok National Park would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Khao Sok National Park than you might in Yangshuo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Yangshuo Expensive? and Is Khao Sok National Park Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Yangshuo or Khao Sok National Park?
Yangshuo 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 Yangshuo or Khao Sok National Park in the Summer?
Both Khao Sok National Park and Yangshuo during the summer are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Khao Sok National Park year-round.
In the summer, Yangshuo is around the same temperature as Khao Sok National Park. Typically, the summer temperatures in Yangshuo in July average around 30°C (86°F), and Khao Sok National Park averages at about 28°C (82°F).
Khao Sok National Park gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Yangshuo. Yangshuo usually gets less rain in July than Khao Sok National Park. Yangshuo gets 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain, while Khao Sok National Park receives 284 mm (11.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyYangshuo 30°C (86°F)Khao Sok National Park 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Khao Sok National Park in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Yangshuo and Khao Sok National Park. Khao Sok National Park attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Yangshuo is generally cooler than Khao Sok National Park. Daily temperatures in Yangshuo average around 23°C (73°F), and Khao Sok National Park fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
Khao Sok National Park receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Yangshuo usually receives less rain than Khao Sok National Park. Yangshuo gets 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Khao Sok National Park receives 351 mm (13.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberYangshuo 23°C (73°F)Khao Sok National Park 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Khao Sok National Park in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Yangshuo as well as Khao Sok National Park. The warm climate attracts visitors to Khao Sok National Park throughout the year.
Yangshuo is much colder than Khao Sok National Park in the winter. The daily temperature in Yangshuo averages around 10°C (49°F) in January, and Khao Sok National Park fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
Yangshuo usually gets more rain in January than Khao Sok National Park. Yangshuo gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Khao Sok National Park receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryYangshuo 10°C (49°F)Khao Sok National Park 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Khao Sok National Park in the Spring?
Both Khao Sok National Park and Yangshuo are popular destinations to visit in the spring 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 the spring, Yangshuo is cooler than Khao Sok National Park. Typically, the spring temperatures in Yangshuo in April average around 20°C (68°F), and Khao Sok National Park averages at about 29°C (83°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Khao Sok National Park. It's quite rainy in Yangshuo. In April, Yangshuo usually receives more rain than Khao Sok National Park. Yangshuo gets 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain, while Khao Sok National Park receives 157 mm (6.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilYangshuo 20°C (68°F)Khao Sok National Park 29°C (83°F)
Typical Weather for Khao Sok National Park and Yangshuo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 345 mm (13.6 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 286 mm (11.3 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 284 mm (11.2 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 272 mm (10.7 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 417 mm (16.4 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 351 mm (13.8 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 188 mm (7.4 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 71 mm (2.8 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.