Which place is cheaper, Arrowtown or Nadi (Port Denarau)?
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 Nadi (Port Denarau) or Arrowtown?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Nadi (Port Denarau) or Arrowtown, 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: Nadi (Port Denarau) or Arrowtown?
Nadi (Port Denarau)
Nadi, pronounced "Nandi", is a city and transportation hub in the Fijian islands. It is on one of the main islands, Viti Levu, and has a population of about 42,000. Many inhabitants are Indian as well as Fijian, and the largest temple in the Southern hemisphere is located in the city center. It must be noted that Nadi and surrounding areas aren't known for the beaches. This is more of a cultural destination or starting point for your trip to Fiji. For the best beaches, you will want to venture out to the other, smaller, islands.
Arrowtown
Historically, Arrowtown is an old gold mining town that is located on the South Island of New Zealand. The town was established during the Otago gold rush of 1862. It is very close to Queenstown, which is a very popular destination among travelers, and it is definitely worth visiting if you are in the Otago region of New Zealand. It is a very tiny town, with a population of just over 2,000 people. The town has a lot of character and history and is a perfect place to go if you wish to get out of the touristy areas like Queenstown.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Contiki Tours to New Zealand, and The Best G Adventures Tours to New Zealand.
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Nadi (Port Denarau) Prices
Fiji PricesArrowtown Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNadi (Port Denarau) $198Arrowtown $136
The average daily cost (per person) in Nadi (Port Denarau) is $198, while the average daily cost in Arrowtown is $136. 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 Nadi (Port Denarau) and Arrowtown in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNadi (Port Denarau) $106Arrowtown $67
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNadi (Port Denarau) $212Arrowtown $134
Compare Hotels in Nadi (Port Denarau) and Arrowtown
Looking for a hotel in Nadi (Port Denarau) or Arrowtown? 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: Nadi (Port Denarau) Hotel Prices and Arrowtown Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nadi (Port Denarau) $8.81Arrowtown $27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nadi (Port Denarau)
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nadi (Port Denarau):
- Zip line Fiji ex Fiji Marriot w/private transfer dropoff Nadi Airport or resort : $168
- Treetops Zipline Tour with Drop off Transfer to Nadi Airport: $128
- Shuttle transfer to Nadi Airport : $49
- Shared transfer- Nadi Airport to Denarau island Fiji: $92
- Shared Transfer from Nadi Airport Fiji to Nadi area hotels: $9.15
- Shared Departure Transfer : Hotel to Airport: $18
- Roundtrip Transfer Nadi Int Airport -Fiji Marriott Resort Momi Bay(CFC APPROVED): $53
- Roundtrip Transfer :Nadi Airport to Crowne Plaza Hotel Nadi bay: $27
- Roundtrip Nadi Airport -Sofitel Resort & Spa(Private Transfer]: $30
- Round trip Transfer Airport to Coral Coast /Denarau Hotels : $55
- Round Trip Private Transfer From Nadi Airport To Your Resort : $23
- Private Transfers Nadi Airport Fiji to Intercontinental Resort / Yatule Resort: $32
Is it cheaper to fly into Nadi (Port Denarau) or Arrowtown?
Prices for flights to both Arrowtown and Nadi (Port Denarau) 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 dayNadi (Port Denarau) $69Arrowtown $52
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nadi (Port Denarau) $32Arrowtown $15
Tours and Activities in Nadi (Port Denarau)
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nadi (Port Denarau) are as follows:
- "Coral Coast Adventure: Pottery, Kava, Meke, Dunes & Temple'': $118
- 16 Lines Zipline, Cave and Mud Spa Combo Tour with Lunch in Fiji: $164
- Authentic Fijian Day Tour: $83
- Best Sightseeing Tour : $132
- Biausevu Waterfall Tour (Sigatoka) : $100
- CFC Hot Spring Mud Pool,Garden Of Sleeping Giant And Village Visit Half Day Tour: $105
- Coral Coast Heritage Tour : $99
- Coral Coast Sightseeing & Pottery Village Tour: $80
- Cultural Night Tour: $80
- Discover Coral Coast & Natadola Beach Tour: $114
- Fiji Adventure: Biausevu Waterfall & Dunes hiking Combo Tour!: $135
- Fiji Island Cultural Experience with Lunch : $184
Tours and Activities in Arrowtown
For Arrowtown, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Queenstown: Arrowtown To Queenstown Biking Adventure: $55
- From Queenstown: 'Valley of the Vines' Wine and Bike Tour: $87
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNadi (Port Denarau) $11Arrowtown $13
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nadi (Port Denarau) and Arrowtown, we can see that Nadi (Port Denarau) is more expensive. And not only is Arrowtown much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Arrowtown would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Arrowtown 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 Nadi (Port Denarau) would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nadi (Port Denarau) than you might in Arrowtown.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nadi (Port Denarau) Expensive? and Is Arrowtown Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nadi (Port Denarau) or Arrowtown?
Nadi (Port Denarau) has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Arrowtown. When comparing the sizes of Nadi (Port Denarau) and Arrowtown, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
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.