Which place is cheaper, Sequoia National Park or Mandeville?
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 Mandeville or Sequoia National Park?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Mandeville or Sequoia 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: Mandeville or Sequoia National Park?
Mandeville
Mandeville is a small, quiet town in the mountains of Jamaica with a population of about 50,000. The town is situated on a plateau west of Kingston. It is the largest town in the parish of Manchester and the fifth largest urban center in the country.
Sequoia National Park
Located in the southern part of California's Sierra Nevada mountain range, Sequoia National Park is best known for its giant sequoia trees, most notably the General Sherman tree which stands as the largest tree in the world. The park is also noted for features like the Crystal Cave, Moro Rock, and Tunnel Tree.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Walking Tours in United States of America, and The Best Northern Lights Tours in Alaska.
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Mandeville Prices
Jamaica PricesSequoia National Park Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMandeville $95Sequoia National Park $152
The average daily cost (per person) in Mandeville is $95, while the average daily cost in Sequoia National Park is $152. 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 Mandeville and Sequoia National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMandeville $37Sequoia National Park $64
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMandeville $74Sequoia National Park $128
Compare Hotels in Mandeville and Sequoia National Park
Looking for a hotel in Mandeville or Sequoia 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.Mandeville $30Sequoia National Park $56
Is it cheaper to fly into Mandeville or Sequoia National Park?
Prices for flights to both Sequoia National Park and Mandeville 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 dayMandeville $41Sequoia National Park $53
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Mandeville $8.01Sequoia National Park $31
Tours and Activities in Sequoia National Park
For Sequoia National Park, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Kings Canyon National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
- Sequoia & Kings Canyon NP Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour: $17
- Sequoia National Park Adventure from Tulare: $299
- Sequoia National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
- Sequoia National Park Small Group Tour from Three Rivers.: $289
- Sequoia National Park Small-Group Tour from Wuksachi Lodge: $283
- Sequoia and Kings Canyon Audio Tour Self Guide National Park Tour: $20
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMandeville $6.27Sequoia National Park $7.84
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mandeville and Sequoia National Park, we can see that Sequoia National Park is more expensive. And not only is Mandeville much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Mandeville is in Caribbean Islands and Sequoia National Park is in North America, 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 Mandeville would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Mandeville 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 Sequoia National Park would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sequoia National Park than you might in Mandeville.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Mandeville Expensive? and Is Sequoia 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.