Which place is cheaper, Khao Sok National Park or Yogyakarta?
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 Yogyakarta or Khao Sok National Park?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Yogyakarta or Khao Sok 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: Yogyakarta or Khao Sok National Park?
Yogyakarta
Yogyakarta, also called Yogya, Jogja, and Jogjakarta, is Java's hub of culture and art, and is the top-visited destination on the island. While Jakarta is the most populated and industrially-developed city in Indonesia, Yogya has managed to progress without losing its cultural charm, as illustrated in its well-kept traditional Indonesian architecture.
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 Adventure Tours to Indonesia, The Best Eco Tours in Indonesia, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Thailand, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Thailand.
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Yogyakarta Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayYogyakarta $64Khao Sok National Park $126
The average daily cost (per person) in Yogyakarta is $64, 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 Yogyakarta and Khao Sok National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personYogyakarta $35Khao Sok National Park $28
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomYogyakarta $70Khao Sok National Park $56
Compare Hotels in Yogyakarta and Khao Sok National Park
Looking for a hotel in Yogyakarta 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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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Yogyakarta Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Yogyakarta $1.28Khao Sok National Park $74
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yogyakarta
Also for Yogyakarta, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer Airport Yogyakarta (JOG) to All City Destination: $7.00
- Indonesia: Yogyakarta Airport Transfer: $14
- Private Transfer Airport Jogyakarta ( Adisucipto ): $25
- Yogyakarta Airport Transfer ( Private Service ): $28
- Jomblang Cave Day Trip with Hotel Transfer: $30
- Yogyakarta Private Departure Transfer- Yogyakarta Hotel to Airport: $34
- Private Transfer from Yogyakarta Airport (JOG) to Karangwaru: $35
- Private Transfer from Kricak to Yogyakarta Airport (JOG): $35
- Private Transfer from Panembahan to Yogyakarta Airport (JOG): $35
- Private Transfer from Yogyakarta Airport (JOG) to Panembahan: $35
- Private Transfer from Musikanan to Yogyakarta Airport (JOG): $35
- Private Transfer from Pekuncen to Yogyakarta Airport (JOG): $35
Is it cheaper to fly into Yogyakarta or Khao Sok National Park?
Prices for flights to both Khao Sok National Park and Yogyakarta 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 dayYogyakarta $19Khao Sok National Park $52
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yogyakarta
For Yogyakarta, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Kotagede Night Food Tour: $27
- Yogyakarta Historical Walking and Food Tour: $29
- Yogyakarta Evening Walking and Food Tour: $30
- Prawirotaman Night Food Tour: $35
- Yogyakarta Cooking Class and Market Tour : $35
- Small-Group Walking and Food Tour by Night in Yogyakarta: $36
- Yogyakarta Night Food Tour: $48
- Yogyakarta Day Food Tour: $48
- Prambanan Sunset and Ramayana Ballet with Dinner: $65
- Yogyakarta Cooking Class: $71
- Private Ramayana Ballet Performance Tour at Prambanan with Dinner: $104
- Prambanan Temple and Ramayana Ballet Show (VIP Seat with dinner): $125
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Yogyakarta $15Khao Sok National Park $33
Tours and Activities in Yogyakarta
For Yogyakarta, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Chicken Church at Karangrejo Village Admission Ticket: $1.84
- Java Puppets Museum Admission Ticket: $2.50
- Half Day Keraton and Taman Sari Tour: $10
- Yogyakarta Merapi Volcano Jeep Adventure with English/France/Italia guide: $16
- Mount Merapi Sunrise , Jomblang cave and Pindul Cave Tour : $20
- Official Tickets - Experience Ramayana Ballet Jogja Show: $20
- Roro Jonggrang Ballet in City Center Official Tickets MURI Award: $20
- Private Borobudur Village Tour by Bike: $25
- Rent a Car Private Day tour with Driver : $25
- Borobudur ( Guarantee ClimbUP ) and Prambanan Temple Day Tour: $26
- Yogyakarta Borobudur Sunset Shared Guided Tour : $26
- FUN Cycling Tour De Temples: $27
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayYogyakarta $4.74Khao Sok National Park $6.50
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Yogyakarta and Khao Sok National Park, we can see that Khao Sok National Park is more expensive. And not only is Yogyakarta much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Yogyakarta would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Yogyakarta 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 Yogyakarta.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Yogyakarta Expensive? and Is Khao Sok National Park Expensive?.
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.