Which place is cheaper, Saint Croix 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 Saint Croix?
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 Saint Croix, 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 Saint Croix?
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.
Saint Croix
Sometimes all you want out of a vacation is the warmth of the sun, the sound of the waves and the taste of a cold drink. No more. No less. That's exactly what you can expect in St. Croix.
The largest of the U.S. Virgin Islands, St. Croix is a place of our leisure and relaxation. It's a bit of an expensive lifestyle for its 50,000 residents and daily visitors, but when you're living on island time, money is never a worry. There are no worries on island time.
This once volcanic island is covered in incredible beaches, stunning mountains, palm tress in the wind and historic colonial towns. While they may be a bit old and rundown, the Danish architecture still stands as a unique part of this island's legacy. Don't expect much window-shopping, though. That was not a feature incorporated in this style of architecture. If you want to know if a store is open, just step on in, but remember, shop hours are also running on island time.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNadi (Port Denarau) $201Saint Croix $277
The average daily cost (per person) in Nadi (Port Denarau) is $201, while the average daily cost in Saint Croix is $277. 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 Saint Croix in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNadi (Port Denarau) $108Saint Croix $149
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNadi (Port Denarau) $216Saint Croix $298
Compare Hotels in Nadi (Port Denarau) and Saint Croix
Looking for a hotel in Nadi (Port Denarau) or Saint Croix? 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 Saint Croix Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nadi (Port Denarau) $8.93Saint Croix $35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nadi (Port Denarau)
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nadi (Port Denarau):
- Private Transfer-Nadi International Airport to Hotels: $7.02
- Private VIP Transfers - All Hotels to Nadi International Airport: $8.89
- Private Departure Transfer From Your Hotel To Nadi Airport (cfc approved): $9.31
- Private Departure Transfer To Nadi Airport From Your Hotel: $9.31
- Shared Transfer from Nadi Airport Fiji to Nadi area hotels: $9.36
- Shared Transfer To Nadi Airport from Denarau Resorts: $9.36
- Private Shuttle Transfer to Nadi International Airport: $9.36
- Private Transfer from Nadi Intl Airport to Sheraton Fiji Resort: $12
- Shared Transfers from Airport to Denarau: $12
- Port Denarau Island from Your Resort (Private Transfer): $12
- Private Departure Transfer to Nadi Airport from Your Hotel: $12
- CFC APPROVED Private Arrival Transfer - Nadi Airport to All Denarau Hotels: $13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Saint Croix
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Saint Croix:
- St. Croix to Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) - Departure Transfer: $82
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Airport to St. Croix Cruise Port: $86
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Port to St. Croix Airport (STX): $86
- St. Croix to St. Croix Airport (STX) - Departure Private Transfer: $89
- St.Croix Airport (STX) to St.Croix - Arrival Private Transfer: $89
- Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) to St.Croix - Round-Trip Transfer: $164
- Private Transfer from St.Croix hotels to St. Croix Cruise Port: $173
- Private Transfer from St.Croix Cruise Port to St.Croix hotels: $173
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) to St. Croix: $178
Is it cheaper to fly into Nadi (Port Denarau) or Saint Croix?
Prices for flights to both Saint Croix 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) $70Saint Croix $97
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Saint Croix
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Saint Croix.
- A Evening Cultural Experience Through Food Cooking Class St. Croix: $90
- A Morning Cultural Experience Through Food Cooking Class St. Croix: $90
- C'sted Sip & Savor Mixology Class with VI Food Tours: $131
- Taste of Twin City Food Tour with VI Food Tours: $155
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nadi (Port Denarau) $33Saint Croix $58
Tours and Activities in Nadi (Port Denarau)
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nadi (Port Denarau) are as follows:
- FIJI: Official Tifajek Mud Pool and Hot Spring Tour: $34
- FIJI: Official Sabeto Hotspring and Mudpool Tour: $37
- Sabeto Waterfall Tour (Nadi): $60
- Sabeto Hot Springs and Mud Pool Tour: $75
- Finding Nemo - Half Day Cruise to South Sea Island: $75
- Nadi Sightseeing & Mud Pool Tour: $79
- Garden of Sleeping Giant Tour with Tifajek Mud Pool and Hotspring: $80
- Coral Coast Sightseeing & Pottery Village Tour: $81
- Cultural Night Tour: $81
- Private Tour: Hot spings & Sleeping Giant Garden hiking Adventure: $82
- Nadi Heritage Tour: $84
- Discover Nadi Tour: $86
Tours and Activities in Saint Croix
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Saint Croix are as follows:
- St. Croix’s Forts, Freedom, and Beaches: A Self-Drive Audio Tour: $25
- Christiansted's Artisan Shopping Tour: $33
- St. Croix Ghost Tour of Historic Christiansted: $45
- Sea Turtle Snorkel Tour: $59
- Island Chocolate Experience with Tasting: $62
- Parasail Experience in St Croix: $84
- The Frederiksted St. Croix Sea Turtles Snorkeling Tour: $89
- St Croix Island Tour: $118
- Guided Kayak Tour of Salt River Bay Ecology and History: $125
- Horseback Riding Experience: $160
- Private Sailing Tour of Pirate Waters and Shipwrecks: $175
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNadi (Port Denarau) $12Saint Croix $27
Sample the Local Flavors in Saint Croix
Also in Saint Croix, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Farm to Bottle Tour at Prosperity Farm Distillery: $35
- Frederiksted Historical Tour with Rum Distillery: $115
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nadi (Port Denarau) and Saint Croix, we can see that Saint Croix is more expensive. And not only is Nadi (Port Denarau) much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Nadi (Port Denarau) is in Pacific and Saint Croix 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 Nadi (Port Denarau) would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nadi (Port Denarau) 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 Saint Croix would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Saint Croix than you might in Nadi (Port Denarau).
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 Saint Croix 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.