Mid-Range Travel Guide: Venezuela
The sweet spot of travel - comfortable accommodations, diverse dining, and quality experiences without breaking the bank
Daily Budget: $70-215 per day
Complete breakdown of costs for mid-range travel in Venezuela
Accommodation
$25-80 per night
Mid-range hotels, private rooms in posadas, boutique guesthouses with amenities
Food & Dining
$15-40 per day
Local restaurants, hotel dining, mix of street food and sit-down establishments
Transportation
$10-35 per day
Mix of public transport and private taxis, occasional domestic flights, rental cars for day trips
Activities
$20-60 per day
Guided tours, national park entries, cultural sites, boat trips, adventure activities
Currency: Bs.S Venezuelan Bolívar Soberano - USD is widely accepted and often preferred for tourism services
Mid-Range Activities in Venezuela
Curated experiences perfect for your mid-range travel style
Money-Saving Tips
Eat at local areperas and street vendors instead of hotel restaurants (typically 60-80% cheaper)
Use public transportation like carritos and metro when available instead of taxis (saves 70-85%)
Stay in posadas or family guesthouses rather than international hotels (usually 40-60% less expensive)
Book domestic transportation in advance and travel during weekdays (typically 20-30% savings)
Visit free attractions like beaches, hiking trails, and local markets instead of paid tours
Exchange money at official exchange houses rather than hotels (better rates by 10-20%)
Travel during shoulder season months for accommodation discounts of 25-40%
Common Budget Mistakes to Avoid
Relying only on credit cards without cash backup - many places only accept cash, leading to expensive exchange situations
Staying exclusively in tourist areas like Margarita Island resorts instead of exploring mainland options (often 100-200% markup)
Taking taxis for all transportation instead of learning the public transport system (3-5x more expensive daily)