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Klook vs ToursByLocals
Klook and ToursByLocals are both tour platforms. Fees — Klook: 15-35% negotiated commission. ToursByLocals: Commission agreed when the guide account opens, deducted from gross tour price.
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Key differences
- Fees — Klook: 15-35% negotiated commission. ToursByLocals: Commission agreed when the guide account opens, deducted from gross tour price.
- Both pay out via Bank transfer. Only ToursByLocals offers PayPal.
- ToursByLocals screens providers before they can join, while Klook is open to anyone.
- ToursByLocals is the older platform — founded in 2008, 6 years before Klook (2014).
- Klook is based in Hong Kong, ToursByLocals in Canada.
Which should you choose?
Choose Klook if…
- You are just starting out and want to sign up without a screening.
Choose ToursByLocals if…
- You want to withdraw via PayPal.
- You are an experienced professional ready to pass a screening.
- You prefer a long track record (since 2008).
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Klook
Asia leading travel activities platform - operators and experience hosts join through the Klook merchant progr…
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ToursByLocals
A private tour marketplace connecting 400,000 travelers a year with 5,000+ vetted local guides in 175 countrie…
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| Type | Tour platforms like GetYourGuide | Tour platforms like GetYourGuide |
| Category | Travel & Experiences | Travel & Experiences |
| Vetted | No | Yes |
| Work from home | No | No |
| Fees | 15-35% negotiated commission | Commission agreed when the guide account opens, deducted from gross tour price |
| Withdraw via | Bank transfer | Bank transfer, PayPal |
| Availability | Worldwide (strong in Asia) | 175 countries |
| Founded | 2014 | 2008 |
| Headquarters | Hong Kong | Vancouver, Canada |
| Popularity | 37 views · 0 likes | 61 views · 0 likes |
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Klook or ToursByLocals?
Klook: 15-35% negotiated commission. ToursByLocals: Commission agreed when the guide account opens, deducted from gross tour price.
Where are Klook and ToursByLocals available?
Klook: Worldwide (strong in Asia). ToursByLocals: 175 countries.
Which is easier to join, Klook or ToursByLocals?
Klook — anyone can sign up, while ToursByLocals screens providers before accepting them.