Which place is cheaper, Cochabamba 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 Cochabamba?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Ilha Grande or Cochabamba? 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 Cochabamba?
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.
Cochabamba
With a population of about 630,000, Cochabamba is the fourth largest city in Bolivia. It's located about 240 kilometers from the capital city of La Paz and is surrounded by mountains, but sits within a valley.
The city is known for its gardens and has many sights to offer the visitor. Cochabamba offers a calming retreat that is a refreshing break from the hustle and bustle of many South American cities. It's a great location to learn Spanish and there are plenty of activities and cultural events that you can enjoy in and around town.
Cochabamba's climate is semi-arid. There is an extended dry season between May and October and the wet season is from November to March. The days are warm and the nights are cool.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Brazil, The Best Eco Tours in Brazil, The Best 10-Day Tours in Bolivia, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Bolivia.
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Ilha Grande Prices
Brazil PricesCochabamba Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayIlha Grande $83Cochabamba $47
The average daily cost (per person) in Ilha Grande is $83, while the average daily cost in Cochabamba is $47. 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 Cochabamba in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personIlha Grande $37Cochabamba $15
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomIlha Grande $74Cochabamba $30
Compare Hotels in Ilha Grande and Cochabamba
Looking for a hotel in Ilha Grande or Cochabamba? 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: Cochabamba Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ilha Grande $18Cochabamba $9.76
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ilha Grande
Also for Ilha Grande, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Angra dos Reis: Shared Transfer to Rio de Janeiro: $46
- Regular transfer from Isla Grande (Abraão) x Rio de Janeiro: $48
- Regular transfer from Angra dos Reis to Rio de Janeiro: $50
- Departure private transfer from Costa do Sol to Rio GIG Airport: $160
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cochabamba
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cochabamba:
- MiniVan or Suv Transfer from Cochabamba Airport CBB to Cochabamba: $36
Is it cheaper to fly into Ilha Grande or Cochabamba?
Prices for flights to both Cochabamba 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 $36Cochabamba $23
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cochabamba
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cochabamba.
- Adelante Mujer Bolivian Cooking Workshops: $29
- Bolivian Cooking Class with High-Altitude Wines: $50
- Cochabamba Valle Alto 2-Day Food Tour: $355
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ilha Grande $6.59Cochabamba $15
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: $13
- Escuna Tour to Angra Beaches of Dos Reis & Grand Island: $20
- Shared Speedboat Tour - Paradise Island Tour: $28
- Ilha Grande - From Abrãao: Lopes Mendes beach tour & trekking: $35
- Half-Day Ilha Grande Schooner Tour: $45
- Tour Of The Motorboat The Paradisiac Islands Of Angra Dos Reis: $52
- Schooner Cruise with Caipirinha drinks by the Blue Lagoon: $59
- Ilha Grande - Private Historical Walking Tour with Natural Pool.: $60
- Speedboat Tour Super Lagoa Azul Route in Angra: $65
- Angra Islands Speedboat Tour from Paraty: $65
- Full-Day Ilha Grande Northern Coast Speedboat Tour: $66
- Angra dos Reis Island Hopping Speedboat Tour from Ilha Grande: $74
Tours and Activities in Cochabamba
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Cochabamba are as follows:
- 2-Day, 1-Night Tour: Toro Toro with Caves, Footprints, and Canyons: $270
- City of Eternal Spring: Self-Guided Tour of Downtown Cochabamba: $5.99
- City Highlights Walking Tour groups: $65
- Full-Day 9-Site Heritage Walking Tour with Guide: $84
- Full-Day Valle Alto Tour: Cochabamba: $105
- Incallajta and Torora-Cochabamba Tour: $352
- Shopping tour + history: Cochabamba: $59
- Toro Toro: A full-day tour from Cochabamba: $210
- Torotoro: 2-Day, 1-Night Tour from Cochabamba: $160
- Tour to Valle Alto (Tarata): $82
- Tropical Experience 2 days and 1 night: Villa Tunari Cochabamba: $340
- Walking tour in Cochabamba not your average: $15
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayIlha Grande $11Cochabamba $8.72
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ilha Grande and Cochabamba, we can see that Ilha Grande is more expensive. And not only is Cochabamba much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Cochabamba would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cochabamba 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 Ilha Grande would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ilha Grande than you might in Cochabamba.
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 Cochabamba 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.