Which place is cheaper, Lake Titicaca (Puno) 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 Lake Titicaca (Puno)?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Ilha Grande or Lake Titicaca (Puno)? 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 Lake Titicaca (Puno)?
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.
Lake Titicaca (Puno)
Lake Titicaca, which directly translates to "puma stone" in Quechua, is located high in the Andes Mountains straddling Peru and Bolivia, with about 60% of the lake in Peru and 40% in Bolivia. Among the lake are three main islands, the most popular of which are the Uros Islands, also known as the floating islands, where the Uros people live on totora reeds that grow in the lake.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Day Tours from Manaus, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Brazil, The Best Photography Tours in Peru, and The Best Jungle Trekking Tours in Peru.
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Ilha Grande Prices
Brazil PricesLake Titicaca (Puno) Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayIlha Grande $85Lake Titicaca (Puno) $72
The average daily cost (per person) in Ilha Grande is $85, while the average daily cost in Lake Titicaca (Puno) is $72. 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 Lake Titicaca (Puno) in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personIlha Grande $37Lake Titicaca (Puno) $28
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomIlha Grande $74Lake Titicaca (Puno) $56
Compare Hotels in Ilha Grande and Lake Titicaca (Puno)
Looking for a hotel in Ilha Grande or Lake Titicaca (Puno)? 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: Lake Titicaca (Puno) Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ilha Grande $18Lake Titicaca (Puno) $11
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 Angra dos Reis x Rio de Janeiro and Airports: $51
- Rio to Araçatiba Round-Trip Transfer with Flexboat: $131
- Departure private transfer from Costa do Sol to Rio GIG Airport: $160
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Lake Titicaca (Puno)
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Lake Titicaca (Puno):
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Taxi$0.88
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lake Titicaca (Puno)
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Lake Titicaca (Puno):
- Puno Arrival Transfer from bus or railway Station: $14
- Private transfer from Juliaca Airport to Puno or Viceversa: $52
- Private transfer airport-puno-viceverse: $60
- Private Transfer from Puno to Frontera Kasani: $219
- Private Transfer from Juliaca Airport to Puno or Viceversa: $52
- Private Transfer from Juliaca Airport to Puno Plaza de Armas: $40
- Private Transfer from Inca Manco Capac (JUL) Airport to Puno: $96
- Private Transfer from Hotel Puno to Puerto de Puno: $23
- Private Transfer From Puno to Chivay, English Speaking Driver: $227
- Juliaca Airport Shared Transfer to/from Puno: $20
Is it cheaper to fly into Ilha Grande or Lake Titicaca (Puno)?
Prices for flights to both Lake Titicaca (Puno) 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 $37Lake Titicaca (Puno) $29
Typical Food Prices in Lake Titicaca (Puno)
Some typical examples of dining costs in Lake Titicaca (Puno) are as follows:
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Tamales$1.62
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ilha Grande $6.72Lake Titicaca (Puno) $32
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
- Boat Tour To The Beaches Of Angra Dos Reis: $20
- Shared Speedboat Tour - Paradise Island Tour: $27
- Ilha Grande - From Abrãao: Lopes Mendes beach tour & trekking: $35
- Half-Day Ilha Grande Schooner Tour: $47
- Tour Of The Motorboat The Paradisiac Islands Of Angra Dos Reis: $52
- 6-Hour Speedboat Tour to Blue and Green Lagoons: $55
- Ilha Grande - Private Historical Walking Tour with Natural Pool.: $60
- Schooner Cruise with Caipirinha drinks by the Blue Lagoon: $61
- 7h Speedboat Tour of Paradise Islands: $61
- Angra Islands Speedboat Tour from Paraty: $65
- Rio de Janeiro: Ilha Grande with Boat Tour & Optional Lunch: $68
Tours and Activities in Lake Titicaca (Puno)
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Lake Titicaca (Puno) are as follows:
- 2 Days and 1 Night Tour from Puno to Colca Canyon and Arequipa: $230
- 2 Days and One Night Tour on the Aymara Route and Churches in Juli: $90
- 2-Day Tour Uros Islands with Stay in a Local Family House from Puno: $109
- 2-Hour Crop Circles Private Tour on Lake Titicaca from Puno: $119
- 2-day Tour: Puno To Chivay And Canyon Of Colca: $255
- 3 Days Tour to Ruta del Sol in Puno: $120
- 3-Hour Uros Floating Islands Tour from Puno: $18
- 3h Boat Tour to Uros Island from Puno: $40
- 4h Tour to Sillustani Inca Tombs from Puno: $28
- Bus Tour of the Puno to Cusco Sun Route with Buffet Lunch: $62
- Chullpas de Sillustani Inca Cemetery Tour by Tourist Bus: $26
- Copacabana and Isla del Sol Tour from Puno (Whole Day): $130
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayIlha Grande $11Lake Titicaca (Puno) $14
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ilha Grande and Lake Titicaca (Puno), we can see that Ilha Grande is more expensive. And not only is Lake Titicaca (Puno) much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Lake Titicaca (Puno) would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lake Titicaca (Puno) 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 Lake Titicaca (Puno).
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 Lake Titicaca (Puno) 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.