Which place is cheaper, Grand Canyon National Park or Eagle Beach?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Eagle Beach or Grand Canyon National Park?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Eagle Beach or Grand Canyon National Park, 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: Eagle Beach or Grand Canyon National Park?
Eagle Beach
Aruba, only fifteen miles north of Venezuela, is a top Caribbean tourist destination. It's a small island, only 20 miles long and 6 miles wide, and is an autonomous dependency of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. One of the most popular and beautiful beaches on the island is Eagle Beach. It's a popular beach with the locals, and a common destination for many who are looking for a party. The beach is particularly crowded on Easter weekend. The sand is a sugary white and the waters are a stunning crystal blue color. The beach itself is quite flat and the ocean is so calm it's like swimming in a pool. There are a handful of palm trees if you're seeking shade, but otherwise it's the ideal place to soak up some rays. You'll find some shaded picnic areas as well if you're hoping to enjoy a casual lunch.
Grand Canyon National Park
The Grand Canyon is a national landmark in the United States. It is also one of the most beautiful landscapes in the country and the colors, particularly at sunrise and sunset, will never cease to amaze you. The canyon is entirely within the state of Arizona and has been carved over millions of years by the Colorado River. It stands at over a mile deep and you can easily see the layers of geology with the Canyon's dramatic colors. The Grand Canyon National Park itself was created by President Theodore Roosevelt in 1908 as a national monument. It was later upgraded to a national park in 1919. It currently covers an area of more than 1.2 million acres and is visited yearly by more than four million guests.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Camping Tours in United States of America, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in United States of America.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEagle Beach $341Grand Canyon National Park $168
The average daily cost (per person) in Eagle Beach is $341, while the average daily cost in Grand Canyon National Park is $168. 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 Eagle Beach and Grand Canyon National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEagle Beach $227Grand Canyon National Park $89
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEagle Beach $454Grand Canyon National Park $178
Compare Hotels in Eagle Beach and Grand Canyon National Park
Looking for a hotel in Eagle Beach or Grand Canyon National Park? 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: Grand Canyon National Park Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Eagle Beach $33Grand Canyon National Park $43
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Eagle Beach
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Eagle Beach:
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Round-trip Bus Ticket$2.22
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One Day Scooter Rental$40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Eagle Beach
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Eagle Beach:
- VIP luxury limousine airport transfer one way!: $190
- VIP Luxury Sedan Airport Transfer: $105
- VIP Luxury SUV Airport Transfer: $120
- Transfers & Pickups: $67
- Transfer in Private Vehicle from Aruba Reina Beatrix Airport (AUA)- Aruba: $25
- Roundtrip Transfer Private Vehicle Aruba Airport (AUA) - Aruba: $55
- Round-Trip Aruba Airport Transfer: $22
- Round Trip Private Airport Transfer: $120
- Private Transfer from Reina Beatrix Airport to Oranjestad Aruba: $45
- Private Transfer from Oranjestad Queen Airport to Oranjestad Port: $36
- Private Transfer from Oranjestad Port to Oranjestad Queen Airport: $36
- Private Transfer from Oranjestad Cruise Port to Oranjestad city: $36
Is it cheaper to fly into Eagle Beach or Grand Canyon National Park?
Prices for flights to both Grand Canyon National Park and Eagle Beach 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 dayEagle Beach $68Grand Canyon National Park $49
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Eagle Beach
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Eagle Beach.
- Noord, Aruba: Exclusive Private Dinner aboard the Aqua Donut: $90
- Aruba Caribbean Dinner Sail Experience: $92
- Aruba Dinner and Nightlife Tour: $93
- Sunset Sail Cruise to Boca Catalina with BBQ Dinner: $110
- Sunset Sail: Aruba Dinner Cruise with Open Bar by Catamaran: $119
- Caribbean Cooking Class in Aruba: $160
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Eagle Beach $121Grand Canyon National Park $35
Typical Entertainment Prices in Eagle Beach
Here are a few typical costs in Eagle Beach for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Full Day Bike Rental$25
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Kayak & Snorkeling Tour$98
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Horseback Riding Tour$70
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4 Hr Snorkel Trip$74
Tours and Activities in Eagle Beach
Here are a few actual costs in Eagle Beach for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Aruba Semi-Submarine Cruise from Oranjestad: $60
- Discover Snorkeling Tour Mangel Halto & Baby Beach: $115
- 2-Hour Horseback Riding Tour to Little Natural Bridge in Aruba: $116
- 2-Seater UTV Island Tour in Aruba: $99
- Adventure Kayak & Snorkeling at Reef Island Aruba: $130
- Amazing UTV Island Tour around Aruba!: $200
- Antilla Shipwreck Seabob Tour: $120
- Art, Facts & Baby Beach UTV Adventure by Fofoti: $235
- Aruba ATV Adventure: Off-Road Tour in Single and Double Seaters: $109
- Aruba ATV Rentals For Off-Road Adventure - Single & Double-Seater: $96
- Aruba Baby Beach Express Tour: $49
- Aruba Beach and Cave Island Tour : $78
Tours and Activities in Grand Canyon National Park
For Grand Canyon National Park, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Grand Canyon South & East Rim Self-Driving, Walking & Shuttling Tour: $17
- Grand Canyon and Sedona Self-Guided Driving Tour Bundle: $25
- Ultimate Arizona Self-Guided Driving and Walking Tour Bundle: $30
- Take a Scottsdale/Valley Tour in a Retro Party Bus - Old Town/Scottsdale: $69
- Ultimate American Southwest Self-Guided Driving Tours Bundle: $85
- Grand Canyon Signature Hummer Tour with Optional Sunset Views: $121
- Grand Entrance Grand Canyon Tour - Pink Jeep: $122
- 3 Hour Off-Road Sunset Safari to Grand Canyon with Entrance Gate Detour : $123
- Desert View Grand Canyon Tour - Pink Jeep: $143
- 4 Hour Grand Canyon Biblical Creation Morning Rim Tour: $149
- 4-Hour Biblical Creation + Sunset Tour • Grand Canyon National Park South Rim: $149
- Hermits Rest Hiking Tour from Tusayan: $165
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEagle Beach $31Grand Canyon National Park $11
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Eagle Beach and Grand Canyon National Park, we can see that Eagle Beach is more expensive. And not only is Grand Canyon National Park much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Eagle Beach is in Caribbean Islands and Grand Canyon National Park 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 Grand Canyon National Park would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Grand Canyon National Park 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 Eagle Beach would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Eagle Beach than you might in Grand Canyon National Park.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Eagle Beach Expensive? and Is Grand Canyon National Park 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.