Which place is cheaper, Boracay or Mount Aspiring National Park ?
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 Mount Aspiring National Park or Boracay?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Mount Aspiring National Park or Boracay, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Mount Aspiring National Park or Boracay?
Mount Aspiring National Park
Mount Aspiring National Park is located within the Southern Alps on the South Island of New Zealand in the Otago region. The park is named after one of New Zealand's highest peaks, Mt Aspiring, and is one of the best places to hike in the country. It is part of the Southwest New Zealand World Heritage Area and one of the many locations of filming for the Lord of the Rings movies. The closest towns to this park are Haast, Makarora, Wanaka, and Glenorchy. One of New Zealand's great walks is located in this park, the Routeburn track, and is very popular among travelers heading to New Zealand for long hikes through the beautiful scenery.
Boracay
A small island in the Philippines known for its resorts and beaches, Boracay is a little escape. Each beach has its own unique character, each with new treasures waiting to be discovered.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in New Zealand, The Best 2-Week Tours in New Zealand, The Best 10-Day Tours in Philippines, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Philippines.
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Mount Aspiring National Park Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMount Aspiring National Park $122Boracay $66
The average daily cost (per person) in Mount Aspiring National Park is $122, while the average daily cost in Boracay is $66. 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 Mount Aspiring National Park and Boracay in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMount Aspiring National Park $58Boracay $23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMount Aspiring National Park $116Boracay $46
Compare Hotels in Mount Aspiring National Park and Boracay
Looking for a hotel in Mount Aspiring National Park or Boracay? 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: Mount Aspiring National Park Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Mount Aspiring National Park $49Boracay $28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Boracay
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Boracay:
- Shared Transfer from/to MPH for Domestic Passports: $21
- Caticlan: Shared Airport Transfer From/To Boracay: $23
- Caticlan Airport (MPH) to Boracay - Arrival Private Transfer : $24
- Boracay to Caticlan Airport (MPH) - Departure Private Transfer: $26
- Boracay to Caticlan Airport (MPH) - Departure Private Transfer: $26
- Caticlan: 1-Way or Roundtrip Airport Transfer to Boracay: $27
- Airport Transfer to Boracay or vice versa: $29
- Departure: Ferry boat Transfer Boracay to Caticlan Airport: $30
- Caticlan: Speedboat Airport Transfer to Boracay: $34
- Two-way Shared Transfer from/to Airport to Hotel: $34
- Boracay Adventures Transfer Services Via Caticlan: $35
- Private Transfer from Caticlan Airport to Boracay: $43
Is it cheaper to fly into Mount Aspiring National Park or Boracay?
Prices for flights to both Boracay and Mount Aspiring National Park 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 dayMount Aspiring National Park $32Boracay $25
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Mount Aspiring National Park $29Boracay $15
Tours and Activities in Boracay
Here are a few actual costs in Boracay for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Crystal Kayak Photo-op Experience: $6.27
- Boracay - Crystal Kayak phot-op Experience: $8.95
- Banana Boat Adventure: $10
- Boracay Private Land Tour: $13
- Flying Donut Water Tubing Experience: $14
- All-Terrain Vehicle or Buggy Car Experience: $15
- Boracay UFO Adventure: $16
- Sunset Cruise with Water Activities: $16
- Boracay Sunset Cruise: $16
- Boracay Island Rhythm Sunset Cruise: $17
- Bandwagon Ride Experience: $17
- Sunset Cruise Boat Party by Haqqy Life: $18
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMount Aspiring National Park $5.07Boracay $16
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mount Aspiring National Park and Boracay, we can see that Mount Aspiring National Park is more expensive. And not only is Boracay much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Mount Aspiring National Park is in Pacific and Boracay is in Asia, 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 Boracay would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Boracay 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 Mount Aspiring National Park would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Mount Aspiring National Park than you might in Boracay.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Mount Aspiring National Park Expensive? and Is Boracay 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.