Which place is cheaper, Terre-de-Haut or Cozumel?
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 Cozumel or Terre-de-Haut?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Cozumel and Terre-de-Haut can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Cozumel or Terre-de-Haut?
Cozumel
Cozumel is a Caribbean island just off the Yucatan Peninsula. It'as a popular tourist destination because of its beautiful beaches and excellent snorkeling and scuba diving. With crystal clear waters and vibrant colored coral, Cozumel is one of the most popular dive destinations in the area. The island's economy is centered around tourism, and as such, you'll find plenty of amenities for visitors. The prices are comparable to other coastal towns in the area and there is no shortage of activities or attractions nearby.
Terre-de-Haut
Les Saintes (also known as Iles des Saintes) is a small archipelago of Guadeloupe, a French overseas territory in the Caribbean. The islands here are best known for their tropical beauty, untouched beaches, and bayside villages. Only two of the nine are inhabited.
Terre-de-Haut of Les Saintes is the most popular island to visit. It is known for the Pain de Sucre, a small bay lined with coconut trees and an ideal location for snorkeling, in addition to white sandy beaches like the Plage de Pompierre. There is also a nineteenth-century fort which can be reached on foot for striking views of the surrounding area.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Mexico, and The Best Adventure Tours to Mexico.
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Cozumel Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCozumel $129Terre-de-Haut $198
The average daily cost (per person) in Cozumel is $129, while the average daily cost in Terre-de-Haut is $198. 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 Cozumel and Terre-de-Haut in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCozumel $67Terre-de-Haut $78
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCozumel $134Terre-de-Haut $156
Compare Hotels in Cozumel and Terre-de-Haut
Looking for a hotel in Cozumel or Terre-de-Haut? 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: Cozumel Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cozumel $22Terre-de-Haut $51
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cozumel
Also for Cozumel, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Cozumel Island Transfers: $300
- Cozumel Private Airport Transfer: $160
- Cozumel Cruise Port to Cozumel Island Hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $149
- Cozumel Airport (CZM) to Cozumel Cruise Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $149
- The Ultimate Beachside Cigar Rolling Experience with transfer: $132
- XRAIL Adventure Shared Vehicle with Transfer: $125
- Private Transfer from Cozumel Airport: $110
- Cozumel Airport (CZM) to Cozumel - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $98
- Private Transfer from Cozumel Port to Cozumel Airport (CZM): $90
- Jade Cavern ATV Tour in Cozumel with Beach Break with transfer: $86
- Cozumel Cruise Port to Mexico Cozumel Airport (CZM) - Departure Private Transfer: $75
- Mexico Cozumel Airport (CZM) to Cozumel Cruise Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $75
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Terre-de-Haut
Also for Terre-de-Haut, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Service DE Transfer Airport Hotels: $138
- Private Transfer from Deshaies or Trois Riviers to Pointe a Pitre Airport by SUV: $102
Is it cheaper to fly into Cozumel or Terre-de-Haut?
Prices for flights to both Terre-de-Haut and Cozumel 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 dayCozumel $39Terre-de-Haut $89
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cozumel
For Cozumel, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Authentic Mayan Cooking Class in Cozumel: $61
- Kuza Beach & Flavors Experience-Mexican cooking Class & Beach Day: $89
- Cozumel Food Tour: $90
- Cozumel Food Tour: $110
- Cozumel Cooking Class: $115
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cozumel $42Terre-de-Haut $23
Tours and Activities in Cozumel
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Cozumel.
- 10 Experiences: A Culinary Journey Through Mexico: $222
- 10 Experiences: A Gastronomic Cultural Journey in Cozumel: $222
- 2 Hours ATV Jungle, Caverns and Mayan Ruins Tour: $80
- 4 Hour Cozumel Turtle Sanctuary Experience on a Luxury Catamarán: $76
- 4 Hour Snorkeling Tour in Cozumel: $65
- 4-Hour Private Tour in Cozumel with Pickup: $95
- A Pirate's Adventure in Cozumel with Captain Draco: $100
- ATV Seashore + Cenote Combo: Mezcalitos & Mayan Cenote Experience: $80
- ATV Tour El Viejo y Yo Beach Pass with Lunch, Snorkel and Kayaks: $110
- ATV Tour and Cenote Experience in Cozumel: $75
- ATV and Clear Boat Ride Full Experience in Cozumel: $80
- Adventure Tour Village ATVs Beach with Snorkeling and Villa Maya: $110
Tours and Activities in Terre-de-Haut
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Terre-de-Haut.
- Boat Tour with Lunch in the Water in Guadeloupe Lagoon: $134
- Guided Kayaking Tour of the Mitan Pond and its Mangrove: $41
- Les Saintes: Boat Tour in One of the Most Beautiful Bays in the World: $162
- Mangrove Boat Tour Small Group Guadeloupe: $116
- Private French Caribbean Rum Tour with Tastings: $183
- Small Day Cruise (Ilet caret, mangrove, coral reef: $115
- Walking Tour: Death in Paradise & Honoré Police Station Set Entry: $45
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCozumel $11Terre-de-Haut $51
Sample the Local Flavors in Cozumel
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cozumel:
- Cozumel Downtown & Brewery: $69
- Downtown Cozumel & Brewery: $79
- Downtown Cozumel and Brewery Experience: $89
- Rum and Gin at Cozumel First Distillery: $99
- Cozumel Mixology Experience at Distillery: $109
- Cozumel 5-Hour Private Bar Crawl Tour: $110
Sample the Local Flavors in Terre-de-Haut
Also in Terre-de-Haut, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Guided tour with tasting of the Distillery Bonne Mère: $10
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cozumel and Terre-de-Haut, we can see that Terre-de-Haut is more expensive. And not only is Cozumel much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Cozumel is in North America and Terre-de-Haut is in Caribbean Islands, 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 Cozumel would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cozumel 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 Terre-de-Haut would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Terre-de-Haut than you might in Cozumel.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Cozumel Expensive? and Is Terre-de-Haut Expensive?.
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.