Which place is cheaper, Fiordland National Park or Kampong Cham?
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 Kampong Cham or Fiordland 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 Kampong Cham and Fiordland National Park can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Kampong Cham or Fiordland National Park?
Kampong Cham
Kampong Cham is the sixth largest city in the country, located in the east of Cambodia. Just two and a half hours away from Phnom Penh is a surprisingly large province by the same name. Kampong Cham is the capital of this province, a quiet town on the west side of the Mekong River. While the town does not cater to tourists like other large cities such as Siem Reap and Phnom Penh, the charm of Kampong Cham lies in the beauty and simplicity of local life. Visitors will also get a glimpse into agricultural life on the plantations of rubber trees, tobacco and cashews.
Fiordland National Park
One of UNESCO's World Heritage Sites, Fiordland National Park is New Zealand's largest park, as well as one of the largest in the world. Although it may be the largest, it is the least explored park in the country. The park takes up the southwest region of the south island. The Department of Conservation manages the park (like all of the other parks in the country) and they try to keep development minimal in efforts to protect the environment and manage human activity. When visiting the park, prepare for rain as the park as over 200 days of rain per year.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Cambodia, The Best 2-Week Tours in Cambodia, The Best Eco Tours in New Zealand, and The Best Thrill-Seeking Tours in New Zealand.
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Kampong Cham Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKampong Cham $36Fiordland National Park $113
The average daily cost (per person) in Kampong Cham is $36, while the average daily cost in Fiordland National Park is $113. 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 Kampong Cham and Fiordland National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKampong Cham $20Fiordland National Park $48
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKampong Cham $40Fiordland National Park $96
Compare Hotels in Kampong Cham and Fiordland National Park
Looking for a hotel in Kampong Cham or Fiordland 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.Kampong Cham $7.67Fiordland National Park $41
Is it cheaper to fly into Kampong Cham or Fiordland National Park?
Prices for flights to both Fiordland National Park and Kampong Cham 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 dayKampong Cham $11Fiordland National Park $39
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kampong Cham $5.76Fiordland National Park $20
Tours and Activities in Fiordland National Park
For Fiordland National Park, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Milford Sound: Premium Small Group Cruise with Canape Lunch: $404
- Te Anau: River Jet Boat and Bike Ride Tour with Local Guide: $141
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKampong Cham $5.47Fiordland National Park $8.03
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kampong Cham and Fiordland National Park, we can see that Fiordland National Park is more expensive. And not only is Kampong Cham much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Kampong Cham is in Asia and Fiordland National Park 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 Kampong Cham would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kampong Cham 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 Fiordland National Park would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Fiordland National Park than you might in Kampong Cham.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kampong Cham Expensive? and Is Fiordland 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.