Which place is cheaper, Everglades National Park or Negril?
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 Negril or Everglades National Park?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Negril and Everglades National Park. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Negril or Everglades National Park?
Negril
Negril is a town in western Jamaica known for its miles of white sand beaches and cliffs. It is certainly one of the more laid back towns on the island yet still attracts a lot of tourists. The hotels are as close to the water as you can get, and the sand gets whiter and whiter the further away from populated areas you get. The water is unbelievably clear and warm in Negril!
Everglades National Park
Mangroves cluster about you as you gaze in awe at the splashes of oranges and reds that paint the evening sky. As cicadas hum to ancient tunes and birds swoop through the cloudless sky, a sense of serenity is instilled in you as you remain in the midst of United States' largest tropical wilderness, the Everglades National Park. Receiving over one million visitors each year, this park protects over twenty-percent of the original everglades. Unlike most national parks whose purpose relied solely in preserving geographic features, Everglades National Park was created to preserve the fragile, ever endangered ecosystem of the everglades. Declared an International Biosphere Reserve, a World Heritage Site, and a Wetland of International Importance, Everglades National Park holds an array of activities for all to pursue no matter what their interests may be. Whether you are an avid bicyclist or a meager hiker, the Everglades National Park will keep you entertained from the early blush of morning into the depths of the night.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to United States of America, and The Best Tours for Seniors to United States of America.
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Negril Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNegril $150Everglades National Park $169
The average daily cost (per person) in Negril is $150, while the average daily cost in Everglades National Park is $169. 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 Negril and Everglades National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNegril $102Everglades National Park $80
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNegril $204Everglades National Park $160
Compare Hotels in Negril and Everglades National Park
Looking for a hotel in Negril or Everglades 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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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Negril Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Negril $8.39Everglades National Park $56
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Negril
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Negril:
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Taxi From Airport$13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Negril
Also for Negril, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Grand Palladium Airport Transfers Montego Bay MBJ (Private Rountrip): $200
- Private Airport Transfer Montego Bay and Negril: $200
- Private Airport Transfer Royalton Negril: $200
- Private Transfer from Negril to Jamaica (MBJ) Airport: $176
- Luxury Grand Palladium Transfer: $144
- Private Customizable Transfer from Sangster Intl Airport - Negril: $140
- Montego Bay Airport (MBJ) to Negril hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $139
- Montego Bay Airport Transfers to Negril Hotels: $134
- Private Airport transfer to/from all hotels in Negril round trip: $130
- Private Montego Bay Airport Transfer to Negril/Westmoreland Hotel: $123
- Club Kingston VIP Lounge & Fast Track with Private Roundtrip Airport Transfer: $112
- Private Montego Bay Airport/ Port Transfer To Hotels in Negril: $110
Is it cheaper to fly into Negril or Everglades National Park?
Prices for flights to both Everglades National Park and Negril 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 dayNegril $38Everglades National Park $54
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Negril
For Negril, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Dinner in the Sky Jamaica Round Trip Taxi & Guide only: $42
- The Jungle Nightclub Experience with Optional Dinner in Negril: $80
- Zimbali Mountain Cooking Studio: $105
- Cultural Food Tour & Seven Mile Beach At Negril’s Margaritaville: $150
- Local food tour and local fields : $164
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Negril $26Everglades National Park $28
Typical Entertainment Prices in Negril
For Negril, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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2 Hr Horseback Ride$42
Tours and Activities in Negril
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Negril.
- Rick's Cafe Sunset Cruise : $60
- YS Falls and Sightseeing Tour Day Adventure: $138
- 7Mile Beach/Ricks Cafe Tour with Free Shopping from Montego Bay: $115
- ATV's, Shopping, Seven Mile Beach,Catamaran Cruise to Ricks Cafe : $130
- Appleton Estate Rum Tour: $113
- Appleton Estate Rum Tour and Tasting from Negril: $232
- Bamboo Rafting and Rick Cafe Negril Private Tour: $156
- Bambuza ATV, Zipline and Horseback Adventure from Negril: $190
- Benta River & Falls Private Tour From Montego Bay/Negril: $150
- Black River Safari & YS Falls Guided Tour with Lunch & Admission from Negril: $145
- Black River Safari and YS Falls Tour from Negril: $232
- Blue Hole Secret Falls and Dunns River Falls Adventure: $134
Tours and Activities in Everglades National Park
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Everglades National Park.
- Flamingo Everglades Boat Tours: $52
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNegril $9.74Everglades National Park $7.86
Sample the Local Flavors in Negril
Also in Negril, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Negril One Love Bus Bar Crawl: $26
When comparing the travel costs between Negril and Everglades National Park, we can see that Everglades National Park is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Negril is in Caribbean Islands and Everglades National Park is in North America, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Negril Expensive? and Is Everglades National Park Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Negril or Everglades National Park?
Everglades National Park has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Negril experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Negril or Everglades National Park in the Summer?
Both Everglades National Park and Negril are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Negril throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Everglades National Park in the summer for the hiking and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Negril is around the same temperature as Everglades National Park. Typically, the summer temperatures in Negril in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Everglades National Park averages at about 82°F (28°C).
It's quite sunny in Everglades National Park. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Negril. Negril usually receives less sunshine than Everglades National Park during summer. Negril gets 257 hours of sunny skies, while Everglades National Park receives 316 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Everglades National Park. It's quite rainy in Negril. In July, Negril usually receives more rain than Everglades National Park. Negril gets 176 mm (6.9 in) of rain, while Everglades National Park receives 5.9 inches (149 mm) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyNegril 27°C (81°F)Everglades National Park 82°F (28°C)
Should I visit Negril or Everglades National Park in the Autumn?
Both Everglades National Park and Negril during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Negril because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, most visitors come to Everglades National Park for the hiking trails and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In October, Negril is generally around the same temperature as Everglades National Park. Daily temperatures in Negril average around 27°C (81°F), and Everglades National Park fluctuates around 78°F (26°C).
In Everglades National Park, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Negril. In the autumn, Negril often gets less sunshine than Everglades National Park. Negril gets 233 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Everglades National Park receives 275 hours of full sun.
Everglades National Park gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Negril. Negril usually gets more rain in October than Everglades National Park. Negril gets 222 mm (8.7 in) of rain, while Everglades National Park receives 5.6 inches (143 mm) of rain this time of the year. Also, June to November in Everglades National Park is the hurricane season.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberNegril 27°C (81°F)Everglades National Park 78°F (26°C)
Should I visit Negril or Everglades National Park in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Negril and Everglades National Park. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Negril year-round. Furthermore, the winter months attract visitors to Everglades National Park because of the museums and the cuisine.
Negril is a little warmer than Everglades National Park in the winter. The daily temperature in Negril averages around 25°C (77°F) in January, and Everglades National Park fluctuates around 67°F (19°C).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Everglades National Park this time of the year. In Negril, it's very sunny this time of the year. Negril usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Everglades National Park during winter. Negril gets 226 hours of sunny skies, while Everglades National Park receives 243 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Negril usually receives less rain than Everglades National Park. Negril gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Everglades National Park receives 2.2 inches (55 mm) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryNegril 25°C (77°F)Everglades National Park 67°F (19°C)
Should I visit Negril or Everglades National Park in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Negril as well as Everglades National Park. Negril attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the natural beauty are the main draw to Everglades National Park this time of year.
In the spring, Negril is around the same temperature as Everglades National Park. Typically, the spring temperatures in Negril in April average around 26°C (79°F), and Everglades National Park averages at about 74°F (24°C).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Everglades National Park. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Negril this time of the year. In the spring, Negril often gets less sunshine than Everglades National Park. Negril gets 225 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Everglades National Park receives 300 hours of full sun.
Negril receives a lot of rain in the spring. Negril usually gets more rain in April than Everglades National Park. Negril gets 107 mm (4.2 in) of rain, while Everglades National Park receives 3.1 inches (78 mm) of rain this time of the year. Also, the hurricane season in Everglades National Park is June to November.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilNegril 26°C (79°F)Everglades National Park 74°F (24°C)
Typical Weather for Everglades National Park and Negril
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 25°C (77°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 67°F (19°C) | 2.2 inches (55 mm) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 68°F (20°C) | 2.1 inches (53 mm) |
| Mar | 25°C (77°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 71°F (22°C) | 2.4 inches (61 mm) |
| Apr | 26°C (79°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 74°F (24°C) | 3.1 inches (78 mm) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 205 mm (8.1 in) | 78°F (26°C) | 6.4 inches (162 mm) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 183 mm (7.2 in) | 81°F (27°C) | 9.4 inches (238 mm) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 82°F (28°C) | 5.9 inches (149 mm) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 188 mm (7.4 in) | 83°F (28°C) | 7.5 inches (191 mm) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 181 mm (7.1 in) | 82°F (28°C) | 7.6 inches (194 mm) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 222 mm (8.7 in) | 78°F (26°C) | 5.6 inches (143 mm) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) | 73°F (23°C) | 2.9 inches (73 mm) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 69°F (21°C) | 1.9 inches (48 mm) |
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