Which place is cheaper, Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) or Grande-Terre?
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 Grande-Terre or Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park)?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Grande-Terre or Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park)? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Grande-Terre or Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park)?
Grande-Terre
Grande Terre is an island that makes up the eastern half of the Guadeloupe 'mainland.' It is divided from the other half of the main Guadeloupe island, Basse Terre, by a narrow channel called Rivière Salee (or the Salt River). The island itself is characterized by rolling hills, white sand beaches, and cliffs, and its indented coastline is surrounded by coral reefs. It is home to most of Guadeloupe's farmlands and tourist resorts.
Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park)
Situated in the Golfo Dulce, Puerto Jiminez has grown from a logging and gold mining town in the 1960s to become the largest town on Costa Rica's Osa Peninsula. Today, it serves as a main gateway to Corcovado National Park, a last stopping point before visitors enter the park. Puerto Jiminez also has a lively night life, a beach, and easy access to a number of outdoors activities.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Costa Rica, and The Best Budget Tours to Costa Rica.
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Grande-Terre Prices
Guadeloupe PricesPuerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGrande-Terre €179Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) €133
The average daily cost (per person) in Grande-Terre is €179, while the average daily cost in Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) is €133. 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 Grande-Terre and Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGrande-Terre €82Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) €47
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGrande-Terre €164Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) €94
Compare Hotels in Grande-Terre and Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park)
Looking for a hotel in Grande-Terre or Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado 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: Grande-Terre Hotel Prices and Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Grande-Terre €9.00Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) -
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Grande-Terre
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Grande-Terre:
- Transfer Guadeloupe Airport to Cruise Port: $38
- Arrival Private Transfer Pointe a Pitre Airport PTP to Pointe a Pitre by SUV: $41
- Pointe-a-Pitre Airport (PTP) to Pointe-a-Pitre Arrival Transfer: $46
- Pointe-a-Pitre to Pointe-a-Pitre Airport (PTP) - Departure Private Transfer: $46
- Departure Private Transfer from Pointe a Pitre to Pointe a Pitre Airport by SUV: $49
- Pointe-a-Pitre Airport (PTP) to Guadeloupe island hotel-Arrival Private Transfer: $70
- Guadeloupe to Pointe-a-Pitre Airport (PTP) - Private Transfer: $70
- Private Transfer from Pointe-à-Pitre Port to Pointe-à-Pitre: $75
- Private Transfer from Pointe-à-Pitre to Pointe-à-Pitre Port: $75
- PrivateTransfer from Pointe-à-Pitre Airport (PTP) to Cruise Port: $75
- PrivateTransfer from Pointe-à-Pitre Cruise Port to Airport (PTP): $75
- Departure Transfer from Pointe a Pitre to Pointe a Pitre Airport: $76
Is it cheaper to fly into Grande-Terre or Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park)?
Prices for flights to both Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) and Grande-Terre 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 dayGrande-Terre €82Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) €57
Typical Food Prices in Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park)
Some typical examples of dining costs in Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) are as follows:
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Dinner at Finca Exotica€51
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Grande-Terre €45Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) €113
Tours and Activities in Grande-Terre
Here are a few actual costs in Grande-Terre for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Cruise stopover - Plage du Gosier Round trip: $17
- Stand Up Paddle Adventure in Guadeloupe: $48
- Guided tour by electric tuk-tuk: $53
- *Cruise Stopover* - CASCADE WITH CRAYFISH- Sainte-Anne Beach: $65
- Pointe à Pitre City Tour, Island Stopover, and Beach Breaks: $101
- Cruise to the Grand Ass DE Sac in an open air aquarium: $131
- Full Day Tour of Guadeloupe: $172
- Private Ultralight Seaplane Experience in Guadeloupe: $185
Tours and Activities in Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park)
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) are as follows:
- Kayak experience on Playa Blanca in Puerto Jiménez: $65
- Bio-Luminescence and Sunset Kayak Tour: $67
- Isla del Caño snorkel tour from Drake Bay (Cano island): $110
- Puerto Jimenez: Sunset Wildlife Tour (3PM Afternoon Expereince): $110
- Corcovado National Park - Day Tour from Drake Bay: $127
- Corcovado National Park: La leona Wildlife Day Tour: $145
- One Day Tour To Caño Island From Drake Bay: $145
- Corcovado National Park Day Tour: Guided Wildlife Walk at Sirena: $148
- Corcovado National Park Sirena Day Tour From Puerto Jimenez: $155
- 4 Hour Private Guided Tour in Osa Jungle: $163
- Corcovado National Park LA LEONA Ranger Station Full Day Tour: $175
- Scuba Diving Tour at Cano Island (Isla del Caño) from Drake Bay: $190
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGrande-Terre €12Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) -
Sample the Local Flavors in Grande-Terre
Also in Grande-Terre, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Local Market, Crayfish Waterfall and Rum Distillery with Tasting: $232
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Grande-Terre and Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park), we can see that Grande-Terre is more expensive. And not only is Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Grande-Terre is in Caribbean Islands and Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) is in Central 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 Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado 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 Grande-Terre would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Grande-Terre than you might in Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park).
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Grande-Terre Expensive? and Is Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado 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.