Which place is cheaper, Key Largo or Pedasi?
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 Pedasi or Key Largo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Pedasi or Key Largo, 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: Pedasi or Key Largo?
Pedasi
Pedasi is in the Los Santos province of the Pacific West region of Panama. It's on the edge of the Azuero Peninsula and has a population of just over 2000 people. The town is predominantly a fishing village and is set on a beautiful, rocky coastline, making it a dramatic place to visit. The town is small, but you'll find a few restaurants around town that are worth eating at. The area is well known for having some great carnivals and most travelers visit with the plan to enjoy some sport fishing, diving, snorkeling, or surfing. There are also some great national parks and preserves nearby.
Key Largo
As the lustrous emerald waters ebb and flow against your sandy toes, you find yourself cooled by the gentle breeze as you bask under a golden sun. To you, it's paradise. To everyone else, it's Key Largo. Located in the northernmost of the Florida Keys, Key Largo is known as the dive capital of the world due to its well-preserved coral reefs and clear waters. Just an hour-drive from South Florida's major airports, Key Largo boasts in containing a vast biodiversity, such as tropical hardwoods, creeks, two state parks, a national park, and a portion of a national marine sanctuary. Besides its natural beauty, Key Largo is overflowing with top restaurants and chic boutiques. It is no wonder that Key Largo became a hotspot for Hollywood beach scenes, with even a movie holding its namesake! Whether you look to get your fun by land or by water, there is something for everyone at Key Largo!
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Panama City, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Panama, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from New York City, and The Best 2-Week Tours from New York City.
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Pedasi Prices
Panama PricesKey Largo Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPedasi $51Key Largo $256
The average daily cost (per person) in Pedasi is $51, while the average daily cost in Key Largo is $256. 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 Pedasi and Key Largo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPedasi $13Key Largo $117
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPedasi $26Key Largo $234
Compare Hotels in Pedasi and Key Largo
Looking for a hotel in Pedasi or Key Largo? 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: Key Largo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pedasi $5.43Key Largo $56
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Key Largo
Also for Key Largo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Key Largo Private Transfers (up to 14 passengers): $142
Is it cheaper to fly into Pedasi or Key Largo?
Prices for flights to both Key Largo and Pedasi 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 dayPedasi $32Key Largo $104
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pedasi -Key Largo $27
Tours and Activities in Key Largo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Key Largo.
- 1.5 Hour Bay Side Key Largo Sunset Cruise on a Spacious Catamaran: $69
- Cruisin' Tikis Key Largo - Sunset Cruise: $99
- Florida Key West Self-Guided Driving Tour (7 Mile Bridge): $17
- Guided Tour Explore Key Largo on Jet Ski : $200
- Half-Day Florida Keys Catamaran Snorkel Adventure: $79
- Historic Carysfort Lighthouse Snorkeling Tour: $75
- Key Largo Bay Sunset Tour: $66
- Key Largo Coral Reef Glass Bottom Boat Adventure : $45
- Key Largo Day Tour: $65
- Key Largo Jetski Tour for 2 : $214
- Key Largo Snorkel Tour, Two Locations - Equipment Included!: $70
- Key Largo Snorkeling Tour - rental mask, fins and vest INCLUDED: $75
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPedasi $2.86Key Largo $24
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pedasi and Key Largo, we can see that Key Largo is more expensive. And not only is Pedasi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Pedasi is in Central America and Key Largo 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 Pedasi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pedasi 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 Key Largo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Key Largo than you might in Pedasi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pedasi Expensive? and Is Key Largo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Pedasi or Key Largo?
Key Largo has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Pedasi. When comparing the sizes of Pedasi and Key Largo, 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.