Which place is cheaper, Pucon or Grand Cayman?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Grand Cayman or Pucon?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Grand Cayman and Pucon. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Grand Cayman or Pucon?
Grand Cayman
When people think of the Cayman Islands, they typically think of offshore bank accounts and sunny, cruise ship ports. Grand Cayman has more to offer travelers than a playground for the wealthy or a short stopover for cruise passengers. This tropical island is the largest of the three Cayman Islands, it is a shopper's heaven, a center for global finance and an ideal vacation spot.
Pucon
A popular hub for adventure tourism, Pucon is a town in the Lake District of the South American nation of Chile. Located on Lake Villarirca with the snowcapped Villarrica volcano looming above and plenty of forested valleys below, the town has become a home base year-round for a full range of outdoor activities.
Check out our ultimate guide to Traveling in Patagonia.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Chile, and The Best Luxury Tours to Chile.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGrand Cayman $214Pucon $100
The average daily cost (per person) in Grand Cayman is $214, while the average daily cost in Pucon is $100. 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 Grand Cayman and Pucon in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGrand Cayman $150Pucon $43
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGrand Cayman $300Pucon $86
Compare Hotels in Grand Cayman and Pucon
Looking for a hotel in Grand Cayman or Pucon? 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 Cayman Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Grand Cayman $31Pucon $19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Grand Cayman
Also for Grand Cayman, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer - Owen Roberts Intl Airport to GeorgeTown or Seven Mile Beach: $88
- Airport Transfers to North Side Accommodation (GCM Grand Cayman): $265
- George Town / 7- Mile Beach area to George Town Port -Departure Private Transfer: $53
- George Town Cruise Port to George Town or 7-Mile Beach -Arrival Private Transfer: $53
- George Town Port to George Town / 7-Mile Beach area -Round-Trip Private Transfer: $106
- George Town Port to Owen Roberts Airport (GCM) - Departure Private Transfer: $53
- Privat Transfer from Owen Roberts Airport GCM to George Town Port: $53
- Private Transfer from George Town Port to George Town or 7-Mile: $53
- Private Transfer from George Town Port to Owen Roberts AirportGCM: $53
- Private Transfer from George Town or 7 Mile to George Town Port: $53
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pucon
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Pucon:
- Pucon to Puerto Montt El Tepual Airport (PMC) -Departure Transfer: $114
- Pucon Temuco Airport Private Transfer: $130
- Private Transfer Pucon Thermal Resorts to Temuco Airport: $49
Is it cheaper to fly into Grand Cayman or Pucon?
Prices for flights to both Pucon and Grand Cayman 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 dayGrand Cayman $39Pucon $38
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Grand Cayman $41Pucon $37
Tours and Activities in Grand Cayman
For Grand Cayman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- West Bay Sightseeing Tour Plus Seven Mile Beach Visit: $45
- Stingraycity Adventure: $69
- Starfish and Stingray City Fun Tour with Reef Snorkeling- 3 stops: $69
- Stingray City Experience Plus One Snorkeling Stop: $69
- Stingray City Sandbar, Coral Gardens and 7-Mile Beach Tour: $70
- Stingray City Experience Plus Two Snorkeling Stops on Grand Cayman: $75
- Stingrays, Starfish and Snorkeling Tour: $75
- Grand Cayman Cruise: Starfish Point, Stingray City, Coral Garden: $80
- Acquarius Stingray City and Snorkel Tours: $80
- Grand Cayman - Bioluminescent Bay Tour: $95
- Cayman Adventure: Starfish Point, Stingray City and Coral Gardens: $99
- West Island Guided Tour with Entry Tickets: $120
Tours and Activities in Pucon
Here are a few actual costs in Pucon for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 3-Hour Rafting Experience in Pucon: $60
- Full Day Excursion Tour to Quetrupillán Volcano: $177
- Full Day Private Tour Ascending Sollipulli Volcano: $140
- Half Day Tour to The Eyes Of Caburgua from Pucon: $93
- Local Chile-Bavarian Culinary Pretzel Baking Experience n Sausage: $149
- Private 3-Hour Canyoning Experience on the Correntoso River: $68
- Private Half Day Andean Lakes Experience with pickup: $110
- Sightseeing Tour in Pucon and Villarica: $93
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGrand Cayman $13Pucon $27
Typical Alcohol Prices in Grand Cayman
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Grand Cayman:
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Beer$4.97
Sample the Local Flavors in Grand Cayman
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Grand Cayman:
- Cayman Spirits Co. Distillery Tour Pass Ticket Only: $24
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Grand Cayman and Pucon, we can see that Grand Cayman is more expensive. And not only is Pucon much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Grand Cayman is in Caribbean Islands and Pucon is in South 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 Pucon would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pucon 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 Grand Cayman would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Grand Cayman than you might in Pucon.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Grand Cayman Expensive? and Is Pucon Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Grand Cayman or Pucon?
Grand Cayman has a larger population, and is about 9% larger than the population of Pucon. When comparing the sizes of Grand Cayman and Pucon, 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.
When is the best time to visit Grand Cayman or Pucon?
Pucon has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Grand Cayman experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Grand Cayman or Pucon in the Summer?
Both Pucon and Grand Cayman during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Grand Cayman because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the summer, Grand Cayman is much warmer than Pucon. Typically, the summer temperatures in Grand Cayman in July average around 28°C (83°F), and Pucon averages at about 16°C (61°F)in January.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Grand Cayman. Grand Cayman usually gets more rain in July than Puconin January. Grand Cayman gets 179 mm (7 in) of rain, while Pucon receives 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryGrand Cayman 28°C (83°F)Pucon 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Grand Cayman or Pucon in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Grand Cayman and Pucon. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Grand Cayman year-round.
In October, Grand Cayman is generally much warmer than Puconin April. Daily temperatures in Grand Cayman average around 27°C (81°F), and Pucon fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
Pucon receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Grand Cayman gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Grand Cayman usually receives more rain than Puconin April. Grand Cayman gets 238 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Pucon receives 133 mm (5.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilGrand Cayman 27°C (81°F)Pucon 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Grand Cayman or Pucon in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Grand Cayman as well as Pucon. Grand Cayman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Grand Cayman is much warmer than Pucon in the winter. The daily temperature in Grand Cayman averages around 24°C (76°F) in January, and Pucon fluctuates around 7°C (45°F)in July.
It's quite rainy in Pucon. Grand Cayman usually gets less rain in January than Puconin July. Grand Cayman gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Pucon receives 312 mm (12.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyGrand Cayman 24°C (76°F)Pucon 7°C (45°F)
Should I visit Grand Cayman or Pucon in the Spring?
Both Pucon and Grand Cayman are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Grand Cayman throughout the year.
In the spring, Grand Cayman is much warmer than Pucon. Typically, the spring temperatures in Grand Cayman in April average around 26°C (79°F), and Pucon averages at about 11°C (52°F)in October.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Pucon. In April, Grand Cayman usually receives less rain than Puconin October. Grand Cayman gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Pucon receives 109 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberGrand Cayman 26°C (79°F)Pucon 11°C (52°F)
Typical Weather for Pucon and Grand Cayman
| Grand Cayman | Pucon | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (76°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Feb | 24°C (76°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Mar | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (79°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 133 mm (5.2 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 131 mm (5.1 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 295 mm (11.6 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 183 mm (7.2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 297 mm (11.7 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (83°F) | 179 mm (7 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 312 mm (12.3 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 172 mm (6.8 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 247 mm (9.7 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 212 mm (8.3 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 162 mm (6.4 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 238 mm (9.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 141 mm (5.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Dec | 25°C (78°F) | 57 mm (2.3 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
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