Which place is cheaper, Whitsundays or Krabi?
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 Krabi or Whitsundays?
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 Krabi and Whitsundays can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Krabi or Whitsundays?
Krabi
Krabi is both a large town and region in southern Thailand. While the region is covered in beaches, if you're more interested in immersion in Thai culture than the salty ocean, consider a trip to "Krabi Town". Pronounced "Grabee," this small, but bustling city is just up the river from the coast, and is the gateway to the beaches in the surrounding Province of Krabi (where you'll find famous places such as Railay, Ao Nang, Haad Yao, and plenty of others). Krabi Town is full of hotels, agencies, and western restaurants, but if you look hard enough, you'll easily see the energy and life of Thailand. While there are no beaches in the town itself, there is plenty of Thai culture to experience. There's a good chance you'll be passing through on your way to one of the famous beaches, so take advantage of your brief time here.
Whitsundays
Just off the coast of Queensland, Australia is a cluster of 74 different islands. These islands, the Whitsunday Islands, welcome over a half a million visitors every year to see one of the Seven Wonders of the World - the Great Barrier Reef.
As one of the most famous destinations in the world, it's not uncommon to see expensive yachts sailing around among the private ferries. Most of the islands are designated as national parks with access to snorkeling and diving in the coral reefs, or just to lay in the sand on the famous Whitehaven Beach.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Thailand, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Thailand, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Melbourne, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Australia.
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Krabi Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKrabi $74Whitsundays $155
The average daily cost (per person) in Krabi is $74, while the average daily cost in Whitsundays is $155. 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 Krabi and Whitsundays in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKrabi $42Whitsundays $69
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKrabi $84Whitsundays $138
Compare Hotels in Krabi and Whitsundays
Looking for a hotel in Krabi or Whitsundays? 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: Krabi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Krabi $4.37Whitsundays $55
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Krabi
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Krabi are as follows:
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Scooter Rental$9.42
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Short Tuk-Tuk Ride$3.14
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2 Bottles of Gasoline$2.51
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Longboat Taxi from Town$6.28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Krabi
Also for Krabi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Krabi airport to Pakbara pier Private transfer: $191
- From Ao Nang: Similan Islands Boat Trip with Transfer & Food: $164
- Aonang any hotel to Donsak Pier Private transfer: $135
- Krabi airport to donsak pier Private transfer: $134
- Krabi Mangrove Kayak &Elephant Shelter with Private Transfer: $132
- Private Transfer from Krabi to Phuket with 2h of Sightseeing: $125
- VAN PHUKET AIRPORT TRANSFER to KRABI AIRPORT: $124
- Transfer from Phuket to Krabi and Vice Versa: $124
- Transfer from Krabi / Ao Nang to Khao Lak Hotel: $119
- Krabi to Khao Lak and Phang Nga Town: Private City Transfers: $112
- VAN PHUKET AIRPORT TRANSFER to KURABURI: $109
- Private Transfer Between Hotels in Krabi Town and Ko Lanta: $106
Is it cheaper to fly into Krabi or Whitsundays?
Prices for flights to both Whitsundays and Krabi 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 dayKrabi $25Whitsundays $52
Typical Food Prices in Krabi
For Krabi, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$7.85
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Drinks on the Beach$7.54
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Sit Down Dinner (for Two)$19
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Nice Dinner (for Two)$35
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Mango Shake$1.57
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Pad Thai$3.14
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Fruit from the Market$1.88
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Pancakes$3.14
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Coffee & Cake$2.36
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Krabi
For Krabi, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 7 Islands Sunset & Plankton Swim with BBQ Dinner: $36
- Snorkeling and Sunset to Krabi 7 Islands by Longtail Boat + Buffet BBQ Dinner: $37
- 7 Islands Sunset Tour with Buffet Dinner & Night Snorkeling: $39
- Hands on Half-day Cooking Class by Authentic Thai Cooking: $39
- Traditional Thai Cooking Class with Smart Cook: $40
- 7 Islands Sunset Tour with Buffet Dinner & Snorkeling: $40
- Penny Thai Cooking Class Krabi: $45
- Krabi Bites Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $45
- Krabi Kitchens Food Tour with 15 Plus Tastings: $45
- Krabi 7 Island Sunset & BBQ Dinner (Join Tour): $45
- Krabi 7 Islands Snorkeling, Sunset Dinner & Plankton Night : $45
- Thai Charm Cooking School Krabi: $46
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Whitsundays
For Whitsundays, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hamilton Island: Whitsundays Sunset Dinner Cruise: $100
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Krabi $12Whitsundays $25
Typical Entertainment Prices in Krabi
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Krabi's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Thai-English Book$10
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Thai Massages (for Two)$25
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Bikini & Sarong$19
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Yoga Class (1 Hour)$14
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Backgammon Set (travel size)$7.85
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Kayak Trip (for Two)$60
Tours and Activities in Krabi
For Krabi, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- ATV Adventure in Thrills Await: $28
- Tiger Cave and Emerald Pool Jungle Tour from Krabi: $73
- 2-Hour Clear Kayak Illuminated Night Tour in Krabi: $70
- 2-Hour The best of Krabi Private Walking Tour : $174
- 2D1N Khao Sok National Park Tour from Krabi: $277
- 4 Island Early Bird Tour by Longtail Boat from Krabi: $48
- 4 Island Full Day Krabi Tour: Longtail Boat & Lunch: $34
- 4 Island Joint Tour by Speed Boat from Krabi: $53
- 4 Island Snorkeling Tour on a LongTail Boat from Krabi: $35
- 4 Island Speed Boat Adventure from Krabi: $33
- 4 Island Tour by Traditional Big Longtail Boat from Krabi: $32
- 4 Island tour by SPEEDBOAT from Krabi + Lunch + Hotel Pick Up and Drop Off: $33
Tours and Activities in Whitsundays
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Whitsundays.
- Airlie Beach: Whitsundays Full-Day Camira Sailing Adventure: $166
- MILADY Whitsundays 2-Night Private Yacht Sailing Cruise: $5,056
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKrabi $5.00Whitsundays $12
Typical Alcohol Prices in Krabi
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Krabi are as follows:
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Beer$2.83
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Cocktails (for Two)$9.42
Sample the Local Flavors in Krabi
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Krabi:
- Krabi Pub Crawl - The Best Nightlife Tour in Ao Nang!: $16
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Krabi and Whitsundays, we can see that Whitsundays is more expensive. And not only is Krabi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Krabi is in Asia and Whitsundays 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 Krabi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Krabi 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 Whitsundays would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Whitsundays than you might in Krabi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Krabi Expensive? and Is Whitsundays Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Krabi or Whitsundays?
Whitsundays has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Krabi experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Krabi or Whitsundays in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Krabi and Whitsundays. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Krabi year-round.
Krabi is around the same temperature as Whitsundays in the summer. The daily temperature in Krabi averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Whitsundays fluctuates around 26°C (79°F)in January.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Whitsundays this time of the year. In Krabi, it's very sunny this time of the year. Krabi usually receives less sunshine than Whitsundays during summer. Krabi gets 206 hours of sunny skies, while Whitsundays receives 285 hours of full sun in the summer.
Whitsundays receives a lot of rain in the summer. Krabi gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Krabi usually receives less rain than Whitsundaysin January. Krabi gets 287 mm (11.3 in) of rain, while Whitsundays receives 331 mm (13 in) of rain each month for the summer. Also, August to October is the rainy season in Krabi.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryKrabi 28°C (82°F)Whitsundays 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Krabi or Whitsundays in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Krabi as well as Whitsundays. Krabi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the autumn, Krabi is a little warmer than Whitsundays. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Krabi in October average around 27°C (81°F), and Whitsundays averages at about 23°C (73°F)in April.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Whitsundays. In the autumn, Krabi often gets less sunshine than Whitsundaysin April. Krabi gets 181 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Whitsundays receives 207 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Whitsundays. Krabi receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Krabi usually gets more rain in October than Whitsundaysin April. Krabi gets 304 mm (12 in) of rain, while Whitsundays receives 143 mm (5.6 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, December to March in Krabi is the dry season. August to October in Krabi is the rainy season.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilKrabi 27°C (81°F)Whitsundays 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Krabi or Whitsundays in the Winter?
Both Whitsundays and Krabi are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Krabi throughout the year.
In January, Krabi is generally much warmer than Whitsundaysin July. Daily temperatures in Krabi average around 28°C (82°F), and Whitsundays fluctuates around 16°C (62°F).
It's quite sunny in Whitsundays. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Krabi. Krabi usually receives more sunshine than Whitsundays during winter. Krabi gets 287 hours of sunny skies, while Whitsundays receives 226 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Krabi usually receives less rain than Whitsundaysin July. Krabi gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Whitsundays receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the winter. The dry season in Krabi is December to March.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyKrabi 28°C (82°F)Whitsundays 16°C (62°F)
Should I visit Krabi or Whitsundays in the Spring?
Both Whitsundays and Krabi during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Krabi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Krabi is a little warmer than Whitsundays in the spring. The daily temperature in Krabi averages around 29°C (84°F) in April, and Whitsundays fluctuates around 23°C (73°F)in October.
In Whitsundays, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Krabi. In the spring, Krabi often gets less sunshine than Whitsundaysin October. Krabi gets 249 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Whitsundays receives 298 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Krabi. Krabi usually gets more rain in April than Whitsundaysin October. Krabi gets 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain, while Whitsundays receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberKrabi 29°C (84°F)Whitsundays 23°C (73°F)
Typical Weather for Whitsundays and Krabi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 28°C (82°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 331 mm (13 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (83°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 377 mm (14.8 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (84°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 312 mm (12.3 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) |
| May | 28°C (83°F) | 318 mm (12.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 279 mm (11 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 287 mm (11.3 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 399 mm (15.7 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 304 mm (12 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 191 mm (7.5 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.