Which place is cheaper, Terre-de-Haut 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 Terre-de-Haut?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Ilha Grande or Terre-de-Haut? 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 Terre-de-Haut?
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.
Terre-de-Haut
Les Saintes (also known as Iles des Saintes) is a small archipelago of Guadeloupe, a French overseas territory in the Caribbean. The islands here are best known for their tropical beauty, untouched beaches, and bayside villages. Only two of the nine are inhabited.
Terre-de-Haut of Les Saintes is the most popular island to visit. It is known for the Pain de Sucre, a small bay lined with coconut trees and an ideal location for snorkeling, in addition to white sandy beaches like the Plage de Pompierre. There is also a nineteenth-century fort which can be reached on foot for striking views of the surrounding area.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Brazil, and The Best Eco Tours in Brazil.
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Ilha Grande Prices
Brazil PricesTerre-de-Haut Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayIlha Grande $83Terre-de-Haut $201
The average daily cost (per person) in Ilha Grande is $83, while the average daily cost in Terre-de-Haut is $201. 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 Terre-de-Haut in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personIlha Grande $37Terre-de-Haut $79
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomIlha Grande $74Terre-de-Haut $158
Compare Hotels in Ilha Grande and Terre-de-Haut
Looking for a hotel in Ilha Grande or Terre-de-Haut? 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 $18Terre-de-Haut $51
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ilha Grande
Also for Ilha Grande, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Departure private transfer from Costa do Sol to Rio GIG Airport: $160
- Regular transfer from Angra dos Reis to Rio de Janeiro: $50
- Regular transfer from Isla Grande (Abraão) x Rio de Janeiro: $47
- From Angra dos Reis: Shared Transfer to Rio de Janeiro: $46
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Terre-de-Haut
Also for Terre-de-Haut, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Service DE Transfer Airport Hotels: $141
- Private Transfer from Deshaies or Trois Riviers to Pointe a Pitre Airport by SUV: $103
Is it cheaper to fly into Ilha Grande or Terre-de-Haut?
Prices for flights to both Terre-de-Haut 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 $36Terre-de-Haut $90
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ilha Grande $6.59Terre-de-Haut $23
Tours and Activities in Ilha Grande
For Ilha Grande, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- A tour of the paradisiacal islands of Angra dos Reis.: $75
- Angra Dos Reis Daily Tour To Paradise. Boat Trip Lunch And Fruits Included: $83
- Angra Islands Speedboat Tour from Paraty: $65
- Angra Paradise Islands Speedboat Tour: $89
- Angra Super Blue Lagoon Speedboat Tour: $78
- Angra dos Reis Island Hopping Speedboat Tour from Ilha Grande: $74
- Boat Adventure through the Super Blue Lagoon in Angra dos Reis: $109
- Diving Adventures in Angra dos Reis: $237
- Escuna Tour to Angra Beaches of Dos Reis & Grand Island: $20
- Explore Paraty with Rafting Adventure: $158
- Full-Day Ilha Grande Northern Coast Speedboat Tour: $66
- Half-Day Ilha Grande Schooner Tour: $45
Tours and Activities in Terre-de-Haut
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Terre-de-Haut.
- Boat Tour with Lunch in the Water in Guadeloupe Lagoon: $136
- Guided Kayaking Tour of the Mitan Pond and its Mangrove: $41
- Les Saintes: Boat Tour in One of the Most Beautiful Bays in the World: $162
- Mangrove Boat Tour Small Group Guadeloupe: $118
- Private French Caribbean Rum Tour with Tastings: $186
- Small Day Cruise (Ilet caret, mangrove, coral reef: $130
- Walking Tour: Death in Paradise & Honoré Police Station Set Entry: $46
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayIlha Grande $11Terre-de-Haut $51
Sample the Local Flavors in Terre-de-Haut
Also in Terre-de-Haut, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Guided tour with tasting of the Distillery Bonne Mère: $11
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ilha Grande and Terre-de-Haut, we can see that Terre-de-Haut is more expensive. And not only is Ilha Grande much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Ilha Grande is in South America and Terre-de-Haut is in Caribbean Islands, 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 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 Terre-de-Haut would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Terre-de-Haut 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 Terre-de-Haut 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.