Which place is cheaper, Cafayate or Recife?
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 Recife or Cafayate?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Recife and Cafayate can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Recife or Cafayate?
Recife
One of the largest cities on Brazil's northeast coast, Recife is also the capital of the state of Pernambuco. The city gets its name from the Portuguese word for "reef," as it was built around a landscape of natural reef beaches. Many people visit to enjoy these beaches, experience the culture, and explore the history of this important Brazilian city.
Cafayate
Cafayate is located in the province of Salta, in the central zone of the Valles Calchaquies. The small town has about 12,000 residents and is 1,329 kilometers from Buenos Aires.
People head to the small town of Cafayate to explore its vineyards and unique rock formations. It has become an important tourist destination in the area and there is a large golf course under construction just outside of town.
Cafayate is an important wine production center. The wines in the area thrive from the low humidity mild weather of the valleys. The town receives less than 250 millimeters of precipitation a year.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Brazil, The Best Budget Tours to Brazil, The Best Adventure Tours to Argentina, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Argentina.
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Recife Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRecife $209Cafayate $53
The average daily cost (per person) in Recife is $209, while the average daily cost in Cafayate is $53. 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 Recife and Cafayate in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRecife $84Cafayate $34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRecife $168Cafayate $68
Compare Hotels in Recife and Cafayate
Looking for a hotel in Recife or Cafayate? 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: Recife Hotel Prices and Cafayate Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Recife $8.13Cafayate $5.07
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Recife
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Recife:
- Private Transfer from Igarassu to Recife (REC) Airport : $111
- Departure Transfer from Olinda to Recife Airport: $100
- Private Transfer from Olinda to Recife (REC) Airport: $50
Is it cheaper to fly into Recife or Cafayate?
Prices for flights to both Cafayate and Recife 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 dayRecife $117Cafayate $6.46
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Recife $11Cafayate $40
Tours and Activities in Recife
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Recife are as follows:
- Olinda Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $4.48
Tours and Activities in Cafayate
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Cafayate.
- From Salta: Full-Day Wine and Valley Tour to Cafayate: $45
- Foz do Iguaçu: Day Tour of the Argentina and Brazil Sides: $96
- From Salta: Cafayate, Humahuaca & Salinas Grandes 3-Day Tour: $106
- Unveiling Premium Wine Road Adventure: $127
- From Salta: Cafayate, Salinas Grandes, & Hornocal Tour: $128
- From Salta: Local Landscape, Winery, and Culture Tour: $130
- From Salta: Cafayate, Cachi, & Hornocal 3-Day Tour: $136
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRecife -Cafayate $19
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Recife and Cafayate, we can see that Recife is more expensive. And not only is Cafayate much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Cafayate would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cafayate 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 Recife would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Recife than you might in Cafayate.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Recife Expensive? and Is Cafayate Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Recife or Cafayate?
Recife has a larger population, and is about 130 times larger than the population of Cafayate. When comparing the sizes of Recife and Cafayate, 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.