Which place is cheaper, Manaus or Nadi (Port Denarau)?
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 Nadi (Port Denarau) or Manaus?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Nadi (Port Denarau) or Manaus, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Nadi (Port Denarau) or Manaus?
Nadi (Port Denarau)
Nadi, pronounced "Nandi", is a city and transportation hub in the Fijian islands. It is on one of the main islands, Viti Levu, and has a population of about 42,000. Many inhabitants are Indian as well as Fijian, and the largest temple in the Southern hemisphere is located in the city center. It must be noted that Nadi and surrounding areas aren't known for the beaches. This is more of a cultural destination or starting point for your trip to Fiji. For the best beaches, you will want to venture out to the other, smaller, islands.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Brazil, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Brazil.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNadi (Port Denarau) $204Manaus $68
The average daily cost (per person) in Nadi (Port Denarau) is $204, while the average daily cost in Manaus is $68. 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 Nadi (Port Denarau) and Manaus in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNadi (Port Denarau) $109Manaus $42
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNadi (Port Denarau) $218Manaus $84
Compare Hotels in Nadi (Port Denarau) and Manaus
Looking for a hotel in Nadi (Port Denarau) or Manaus? 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: Nadi (Port Denarau) Hotel Prices and Manaus Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nadi (Port Denarau) $9.05Manaus $7.90
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nadi (Port Denarau)
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nadi (Port Denarau):
- Zip line Fiji ex Fiji Marriot w/private return transfer: $187
- Treetops Fiji Zipline Tour with Drop off Transfer to Nadi Airport: $132
- Shuttle transfer to Nadi Airport: $50
- Shared Transfer from Nadi Airport Fiji to Nadi area hotels: $9.38
- Shared Transfer To Nadi Airport from Denarau Resorts: $9.38
- Shared Departure Transfer : Hotel to Airport: $21
- Shangri-La Yanuca Island Transfers and Taxi Service: $65
- Round Trip Private Transfer From Nadi Airport To Your Resort: $23
- Private vehicle transfer Fiji Marriot Momi Bay to Nadi Airport: $120
- Private VIP Transfers - Nadi International Airport to All Hotels: $9.38
- Private VIP Transfers - All Hotels to Nadi International Airport: $9.38
- Private Transfers Nadi Airport Fiji to Intercontinental Resort / Yatule Resort: $35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Manaus
Also for Manaus, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer in Manaus - 24h: $17
- Hotel transfer service to Port of Manaus: $17
- Serviço de Transfer privado 24h Hotel -> aeroporto em Manaus: $18
- Private hotel transfer to Manaus airport: $18
- Transfer Porto to Manaus Airport: $18
- 24-hour Hotel Transfer to Manaus Airport: $19
- 24-hour transfer from airport to hotel in Manaus: $20
- Serviço de Transfer Privado 24h Aeroporto - Hotel em Manaus: $23
- Private transfer service TO MUSA Amazon Museum: $27
- Manaus to Manaus Airport (MAO) - Departure Private Transfer: $31
- Manaus to Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) - Departure Private Transfer: $36
- Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) to Manaus - Arrival Private Transfer: $36
Is it cheaper to fly into Nadi (Port Denarau) or Manaus?
Prices for flights to both Manaus and Nadi (Port Denarau) 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 dayNadi (Port Denarau) $71Manaus $21
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Manaus
For Manaus, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Food Tour: $70
- Regional Food Tour with Tasting of Typical Dishes: $93
- Dinner with Boi-Bumbá Show and Transfers: $117
- Folklore Amazonian Dinner Show: $120
- Amazonian Food Tour with Local Guide: $156
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nadi (Port Denarau) $33Manaus -
Tours and Activities in Nadi (Port Denarau)
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nadi (Port Denarau) are as follows:
- "Coral Coast Adventure: Pottery, Kava, Meke, Dunes & Temple'': $122
- "Half Day Nadi Highlights Tour”: $150
- 16 Lines Zipline, Cave and Mud Spa Combo Tour with Lunch in Fiji: $169
- 4 Hour ATV Quad Bike Adventure Tour: $228
- Authentic Fijian Earth Oven Feast & Nadi Highlights Tour All Incl: $136
- Biausevu Waterfall Tour (Sigatoka): $103
- Colo-i-Suva Waterfall Tour (Suva): $94
- Coral Coast Heritage Tour: $102
- Coral Coast Heritage Tour: $190
- Coral Coast Tour Sand Dune to Momi Gunsite History Walk: $202
- Cultural Day Tour: $68
- Cultural Night Tour: $82
Tours and Activities in Manaus
For Manaus, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Manaus Private Walking Tour with a Local: $30
- City Tour in Manaus at Teatro Amazonas and Praça da Matriz: $40
- Manaus City Tour e Musa: $50
- Amazon Negro River Half-Day Expedition Tour: $55
- Full-Day Tour on the Amazon River: $55
- Half-Day City Tour: $56
- Guided Walking Tour with Museum Entry: $58
- MUSA and INPA Museums with Observation Tower Tour: $65
- Meeting of the Waters & Pink Dolphin Tour with Lunch: $65
- Solimoes River Piranha Fishing and Alligator Watching Tour: $66
- The Heart of the Amazon in One Day (The Most Complete Tour): $70
- Manaus Sightseeing Tour: $74
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNadi (Port Denarau) $12Manaus $2.82
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nadi (Port Denarau) and Manaus, we can see that Nadi (Port Denarau) is more expensive. And not only is Manaus much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Nadi (Port Denarau) is in Pacific and Manaus is in South America, 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 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 Nadi (Port Denarau) would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nadi (Port Denarau) 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 Nadi (Port Denarau) Expensive? and Is Manaus Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nadi (Port Denarau) or Manaus?
Manaus has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Nadi (Port Denarau). When comparing the sizes of Nadi (Port Denarau) and Manaus, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
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.