Which place is cheaper, Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) or Guatemala City?
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 Guatemala City or Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park)?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Guatemala City 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: Guatemala City or Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park)?
Guatemala City
Referred to by the locals as "Guate," Guatemala City is the largest and most modern city in Guatemala, as well as its capital. While the atmosphere of the place is big, dirty, and dangerous with city fumes and skyscrapers, it is the hub of the country. It is the place where travelers first step foot into Guatemala and, though it is a place of modern chaos, it does have some of the best galleries and museums as well as a selection of bars, cafes, and restaurants.
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 Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Guatemala, The Best Adventure Tours to Guatemala, The Best Luxury Tours to Costa Rica, and The Best Budget Tours to Costa Rica.
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Guatemala City Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGuatemala City $56Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) $154
The average daily cost (per person) in Guatemala City is $56, while the average daily cost in Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) is $154. 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 Guatemala City and Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGuatemala City $25Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) $54
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGuatemala City $50Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) $108
Compare Hotels in Guatemala City and Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park)
Looking for a hotel in Guatemala City 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: Guatemala City Hotel Prices and Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Guatemala City $6.28Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) -
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guatemala City
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guatemala City:
- Private Departure Transfer:Guatemala City-La Aurora Airport(GUA): $24
- Private Airport Transfer from Guatemala to La Aurora airport: $26
- Private Transfer: Guatemala City Airpot(GUA) to Antigua Guatemala: $29
- Private Ground Transfer Airport - Antigua Guatemala: $30
- Private Transfer from La Aurora International Airport to Antigua: $32
- Private Transfer from Airport to Antigua Guatemala: $32
- Private Arrival Transfer: La Aurora International Airport to Antigua Hotel: $35
- PRIVATE TRANSFER From Airport/Guate City to ANTIGUA or Vice-versa: $40
- Guatemala Airport Roundtrip Transfer to Antigua Guatemala: $56
- Private Transfer from Airport to Antigua: $63
- Private Transfer from Airport to Paredón: $70
- Private Transfer Aeropuerto to Antigua Guatemala Cities Transfer: $74
Is it cheaper to fly into Guatemala City or Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park)?
Prices for flights to both Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) and Guatemala City 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 dayGuatemala City $27Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) $66
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guatemala City
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guatemala City.
- Small-Group Cooking Class in Antigua from Guatemala City: $120
- Antigua Market, Cooking Class and Choco Museum from Guatemala City: $188
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$59
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Guatemala City $1.23Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) $131
Tours and Activities in Guatemala City
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Guatemala City are as follows:
- Graffiti Walking Tour in 4 Grados Norte Guatemala City: $35
- Guatemala city walking tour only weekends. 2 persons and up: $39
- City walking tour Guatemala City and Relieff Map: $47
- Heart of Guatemala City Tour with Local Guide: $50
- Antigua Guatemala Full-Day Shared City Tour: $54
- Pacaya Volcano Shared Hiking Tour: $59
- Half-Day Guatemala City Tour: $60
- Half Day Tour Of Guatemala City: $60
- Pacaya Volcano Tour and Hot Springs from Guatemala City: $65
- Guatemala City Tour: $65
- Full-Day Guatemala City Sightseeing Tour: $72
- Antigua City Tour from Guatemala City: $78
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 dayGuatemala City $6.96Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Guatemala City and Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park), we can see that Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) is more expensive. And not only is Guatemala City much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Guatemala City would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Guatemala City 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 Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) than you might in Guatemala City.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Guatemala City 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.