A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Manaus vs. Torres del Paine National Park for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Manaus or Torres del Paine National Park?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Manaus or Torres del Paine 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: Manaus or Torres del Paine National Park?

Manaus

Manaus is a Brazilian city, capital of the state of Amazonas, and is located on the Rio Negro a few miles before it meets the Rio Solimões to form the Amazon River. The city is a major departure point for those visiting the Amazon Rainforest, though there are a few sights worth seeing within the city itself as well.

Torres del Paine National Park

The Torres del Paine National Park is located in the extreme south of Patagonian Chile. Situated in the southern part of the Andes, the National Park is full of stunning mountains, lakes, rock formations, and glaciers, making it a hiker's paradise. The best time to visit is between November and April, which is their spring and summer. Be prepared though, as weather can change dramatically when traveling through the park, no matter the season!

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Brazil, The Best Contiki Tours to Brazil, The Best 2-Week Tours in Chile, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Chile.


Which place is cheaper, Torres del Paine National Park or Manaus?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Manaus is $61, while the average daily cost in Torres del Paine National Park is $77. 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 Manaus and Torres del Paine National Park in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Manaus $43
    Torres del Paine National Park $30
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Manaus $86
    Torres del Paine National Park $60
Compare Hotels in Manaus and Torres del Paine National Park

Looking for a hotel in Manaus or Torres del Paine 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.

Hotels in Manaus


Hotels in Torres del Paine National Park


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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: Manaus Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Manaus $8.12
    Torres del Paine National Park $31

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Manaus

Also for Manaus, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Transfers from the airport to any place in Manaus City: $40
  • Transfer from Manaus Airport to Manaus City: $40
  • Transfer 24h hotel - aeroporto em Manaus: $18
  • Shared Round-Trip Transfer: Eduardo Gomes International Airport: $72
  • Serviço de transfer privativo do Porto -> aeroporto de Mana: $20
  • Serviço de transfer privado 24h em grupo aeroporto -> hotel: $99
  • Private transfer hotel -> port of Manaus: $20
  • Private Transfers Services Airport -Hotel 24h: $20
  • Private Transfer 24h Airport to Hotel in Manaus: $19
  • Private Transfer - Airport - Hotel / Hotel - Airport: $35
  • Private 24-hour transfer from the Hotel to the Airport in Manaus: $19
  • Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) to Manaus -Round-Trip Private Transfer: $46

Is it cheaper to fly into Manaus or Torres del Paine National Park?

Prices for flights to both Torres del Paine National Park and Manaus 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Manaus $13
    Torres del Paine National Park $24

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Manaus

For Manaus, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Folklore Amazonian Dinner Show: $42
  • Food Tour: $50

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Manaus -
    Torres del Paine National Park $30

Tours and Activities in Manaus

For Manaus, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Jewish Tour in Manaus in the Amazon from 4 to 5 hours: $154
  • Adventure: 4-hour hike in the Amazon rainforest: $150
  • Amazon Experience: meet a native village and swim with porpoises: $80
  • Amazon Jungle Experience with Overnight: $300
  • Amazon Jungle: 3- or 4-Day Tour at Ipanema River Guest House: $200
  • Amazon Negro River Half-Day Expedition Tour: $55
  • Amazon Private Safari by Tuhiri Eco Tour - Leaving Manaus: $199
  • Amazon Waterfalls Tour: $70
  • Amazon and Negro Rivers Experience with Night Exploration Tour: $300
  • City Tour - The Best of Manaus: $64
  • City Tour Plus Amazon River Tour: $100
  • City Tour no Centro Histórico de Manaus com um fotógrafo: $94

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Manaus $2.90
    Torres del Paine National Park $5.27


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Manaus and Torres del Paine National Park, we can see that Torres del Paine National Park is more expensive. And not only is Manaus much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Manaus would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Manaus 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 Torres del Paine National Park would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Torres del Paine National Park than you might in Manaus.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Manaus Expensive? and Is Torres del Paine National Park Expensive?.


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