Is Palawan Expensive?

Is Palawan expensive to visit?

While Palawan is a popular destination, it is also very affordable and not expensive to visit. The average daily cost is just $36. This is actually one of the main reasons why it's so popular with tourists. When compared to other cities in Asia, many travelers find it to be a reasonably affordable destination. It's in the top 25% of destinations in Asia for its affordability, and our cost analysis found it to be comparable to other cities in the country.

How expensive is Palawan?

Travelers spend an average of $36 per day when visiting Palawan (U.S. Dollars). This is according to our calculations which come from the expenses of previous visitors. While this is an average cost, prices can vary by travel style, the length of your trip, and other factors. You can stay fairly close to this average if you stay at moderately priced hotels, eat at affordable restaurants, and take public transportation when possible. See more travel costs for Palawan here.

How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Palawan?

Based on the travel expenses of others, a weekend trip to Palawan costs around $107 on average, per person. This includes food, sightseeing, local transportation, accommodation, and nightlife. For two people, a weekend trip costs $214.

How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Palawan?

Based on our calculations from previous travelers, a one week trip to Palawan will cost around $250 per person. This amount includes sightseeing activities, hotels, restaurants, local transportation, and other travel expenses. For two people, a one week trip would cost $500.

Is it expensive to backpack in Palawan?

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Palawan has a very limited selection of hostels and budget accommodation, so it's not the first place that comes to mind for backpackers looking for social and cheap accommodations. This makes it hard at times to travel here as a backpacker, so you'll have to be resourceful to travel on a tight budget here. Low-cost hotels are always an option, as are guesthouses or couch surfing options. The difficulties in finding budget accommodation are especially tough for solo travelers who might need to pay for the full price of a hotel room on their own. Otherwise, you can save money here by finding free activities, eating at low-cost restaurants or cooking your own food, and using public transportation when available.

Are hotels expensive in Palawan?

If you're considering hotel prices in Palawan, you'll find them to be notably budget-friendly in comparison to hotels in other cities. On average, a night in a hotel room here will set you back approximately $0. In Palawan, there are about [5_STAR_COUNT] five-star hotels with an average nightly rate of [5_STAR_PRICE]. For a more affordable option, three-star hotels come in at an average of [3_STAR_PRICE] per night, while two-star hotels offer an even more economical choice at [2_STAR_PRICE] per night.

Hotels by star rating in Palawan

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Palawan?

In Palawan, the cost of activities and things to do can vary by the type of activity, its length, and the location. To provide an estimate of what to expect during your visit, below are several popular activities that are common in the area. On average, previous travelers have spent around $5 per day on sightseeing and entertainment, which is less than the country's average of $14.

• Full Day Islands Guided Sailing Tour in Coron: $151
• 3dayTour Underground river honda bay citytour w/ airport pick up: $125
• El Nido Tour B - Caves and Islands Tour (Private / Shared): $55
• El Nido Tour C Private: $151
• 3D2N El Nido Experience: $250
• El Nido Tour D Full Day w/ Beach Lunch: $28
• Coron Island Escapade Group Tour with Island Lunch: $48
• Coron Island Tour B (Private): $116

Is food expensive in Palawan?

In Palawan, the cost of food can vary by the type of restaurant and food options available. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible. On average, previous travelers have spent around $12 per day on food, which is less than the country's average of $15.

• Puerto Princesa Fireflies Watching with Dinner: $40

Is transportation expensive in Palawan?

The prices of local transportation in Palawan can vary by the type of transit used. Other travelers have spent an average of $16 on local transportation per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $21. To save money, take public transit whenever possible, as it will almost always be cheaper than a taxi or private driver.

More for Palawan

If you're planning a trip to Palawan, Philippines, check out these other informative travel guides.

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We've been gathering travel costs from tens of thousands of actual travelers since 2010, and we use the data to calculate average daily travel costs for destinations around the world. We also systematically analyze the prices of hotels, hostels, and tours from travel providers such as Kayak, HostelWorld, TourRadar, Viator, and others. This combination of expenses from actual travelers, combined with pricing data from major travel companies, gives us a uniqe insight into the overall cost of travel for thousands of cities in countries around the world. You can see more here: How it Works.