Which place is cheaper, Cajamarca or Ilha Grande?
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 Ilha Grande or Cajamarca?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Ilha Grande or Cajamarca? 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: Ilha Grande or Cajamarca?
Ilha Grande
Ilha Grande is a large, beautiful, island located off the southeast coast of Brazil. The island has few inhabitants, resulting in mostly unadulterated beaches and landscapes. There are over a dozen trails and beaches to explore, some of which have been called the best beaches in Brazil. Due to the limited number of inhabitants, ATMs are sparse on the island, so be sure to have cash with you before getting there.
Cajamarca
Located in the northern highlands of Peru, Cajamarca is a town of about 100,000 people. The city's mild weather and fertile soil is ideal for agriculture, which is a major industry in the area. The city is also well known for its cheeses and dairy products. Cajamarca is the site of the Battle of Cajamarca which led to the execution of the Inca emperor Atahualpa and the end of the infamous Inca empire. Today, the area is appealing to visitors in part because of its lovely churches, nice hot springs, and interesting Inca Baths.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Brazil, The Best Eco Tours in Brazil, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Peru, and The Best Cultural Tours in Peru.
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Ilha Grande Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayIlha Grande $80Cajamarca $95
The average daily cost (per person) in Ilha Grande is $80, while the average daily cost in Cajamarca is $95. 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 Ilha Grande and Cajamarca in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personIlha Grande $35Cajamarca $26
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomIlha Grande $70Cajamarca $52
Compare Hotels in Ilha Grande and Cajamarca
Looking for a hotel in Ilha Grande or Cajamarca? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ilha Grande $17Cajamarca $18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ilha Grande
Also for Ilha Grande, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Regular Transfer Angra dos Reis x Rio de Janeiro and Airports: $36
- From Angra dos Reis: Shared Transfer to Rio de Janeiro: $46
- Private Transfer Angra dos Reis to Rio de Janeiro: $91
- Private Transfer from GIG to anywhere in the City Angra dos Reis: $182
- Private Transfer from Angra dos Reis to Airport GIG in Rio : $182
Is it cheaper to fly into Ilha Grande or Cajamarca?
Prices for flights to both Cajamarca and Ilha Grande 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 dayIlha Grande $35Cajamarca $52
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ilha Grande $6.36Cajamarca $28
Tours and Activities in Ilha Grande
For Ilha Grande, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Regular Schooner Ride - Ilha Grande Tour: $12
- Speedboat Tour Paradise Lagoons of Ilha Grande: $13
- Boat Tour To The Beaches Of Angra Dos Reis: $18
- Ilha Grande - From Abrãao: Lopes Mendes beach tour & trekking: $25
- Shared Speedboat Tour - Paradise Island Tour: $32
- Tour Of The Motorboat The Paradisiac Islands Of Angra Dos Reis: $42
- Half-Day Ilha Grande Schooner Tour: $42
- Six hour speedboat tour of Ilha Grande. Be amazed by the Blue and Green Lagoons: $55
- Schooner Cruise with Caipirinha drinks by the Blue Lagoon: $56
- Ilha Grande - Private Historical Walking Tour with Natural Pool.: $60
- Full-Day Ilha Grande Northern Coast Speedboat Tour: $63
- From Ilha Grande - Paradise Island 7 h - Speedboat tour: $65
Tours and Activities in Cajamarca
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Cajamarca are as follows:
- Cajamarca : Sulluscocha extreme adventure.: $63
- Cajamarca Valley Tour – San Nicolas Lagoon: $40
- Cajamarca in its Splendor: San Nicolas Lagoon Tour: $40
- City Tour: $67
- Guided tour of the city + pick-up: $48
- La Colpa, Llacanora & Baños del Inca Tour: $34
- Namora Valley Tour + Guitar Workshop & San Nicolas Lagoon: $28
- Pocon and Otuzco farm tour: $39
- Sulluscocha Extreme Activities Full-Day Adventure: $65
- Tour to Hacienda La Colpa and Baños del Inca: $35
- Tour to the Pre Inca Otuzco Necropolis, Botanical Garden and Hacienda: $28
- From City Tour Cajamarca: $47
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayIlha Grande $10Cajamarca $17
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ilha Grande and Cajamarca, we can see that Cajamarca is more expensive. And not only is Ilha Grande much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Ilha Grande would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ilha Grande 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 Cajamarca would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cajamarca than you might in Ilha Grande.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ilha Grande Expensive? and Is Cajamarca 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.