Which place is cheaper, Manaus or Nassau?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Nassau or Manaus?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Nassau 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: Nassau or Manaus?
Nassau
There are few vacation destinations more famous than the Bahamian city of Nassau. This capital city is full of laid back locals, relaxed tourists and the iconic pastel pink government houses.
As the largest city in the Bahamas, Nassau can hold plenty of people. Not only are there hundreds of tourists on any given day, the city is also home to 260,000 people – that is 80 percent of the Bahamas' total population.
Founded around 1650, Nassau's location made it a great spot on the trade route. So great, in fact, that it also became a popular destination for pirates – including the infamous Blackbeard.
Pack light because it's going to be pretty steamy in Nassau. The climate is essentially identical to southern Florida. It is warm and humid all year with the occasional cold snap in the winter.
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 Contiki Tours to Brazil.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNassau $189Manaus $59
The average daily cost (per person) in Nassau is $189, while the average daily cost in Manaus is $59. 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 Nassau and Manaus in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNassau $109Manaus $42
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNassau $218Manaus $84
Compare Hotels in Nassau and Manaus
Looking for a hotel in Nassau 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: Nassau Hotel Prices and Manaus Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nassau $32Manaus $7.94
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Nassau are as follows:
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Water Taxi$8.02
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Taxi to Cable Beach$25
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Taxi from Airport$30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nassau
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nassau:
- Transfer Service in Nassau Bahamas: $68
- Shared Shuttle Transfer to NAS Airport - Departure: $34
- Shared Shuttle Transfer from NAS Airport - Arrival: $34
- Round-Trip Private Transfer: $300
- Round trip Airport Private Transfer (Nassau Limousine): $160
- Round Trip Private Airport To Hotel Transfer in Nassau: $140
- Private Transfer in Nassau: $45
- Private Transfer from Nassau International Airport to Nassau City : $150
- Private Transfer from Nassau Airport (NAS) to Nassau Hotel or Cruise Port : $124
- Private Transfer from Hotel to Airport Nassau, Bahamas: $150
- Private Roundtrip Sedan Airport Transfer to Cable Beach: $143
- Private Roundtrip Sedan Airport Transfer : $140
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Manaus
Also for Manaus, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer 24h Airport to Hotel in Manaus: $15
- Private 24-hour transfer from the Hotel to the Airport in Manaus: $16
- 24-hour hotel transfer - airport in Manaus: $17
- Private Transfers Services Airport -Hotel 24h: $19
- Serviço de transfer privativo do Porto -> aeroporto de Mana: $20
- Manaus to Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) -Departure Private Transfer: $21
- Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) to Manaus - Arrival Private Transfer: $21
- Manaus to Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) - Departure Private Transfer: $23
- Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) to Manaus - Arrival Private Transfer: $23
- Manaus hotels to Manaus Airport(MAO) - Departure Private Transfer: $24
- Manaus Airport (MAO) to Manaus hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $24
- Manaus private Airport transfer: $30
Is it cheaper to fly into Nassau or Manaus?
Prices for flights to both Manaus and Nassau 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 dayNassau $53Manaus $12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nassau
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nassau.
- Nassau Food Tour and Beach Break: $65
- Conch Salad Cooking Lesson and Tasting in Nassau: $80
- Savor Old Nassau Dining Stroll by Tru Bahamian Food Tours: $116
- Sail Catamaran Sunset Dinner Cruise: $116
- All Inclusive Sunset Dinner Cruise in Nassau Bahamas: $125
- Dinner and Dancing: $130
- Authentic Bahamian Cooking Class: $135
- Bahamian Cooking Class Lunch Experience by Tru Bahamian Food Tour: $140
- Island Food Tour: $140
- Gourmet dinner & sunset cruise on luxury catamaran: $375
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
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nassau $37Manaus -
Typical Entertainment Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Nassau are as follows:
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Jet Ski$50
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4 Hr Kayak Tour$70
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1/2 Day Snorkel Trip$75
Tours and Activities in Nassau
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nassau are as follows:
- Bahamas Adventure: Pigs, Reef, Turtles, and Beach with Lunch: $299
- 3 Hour Eco-Glide Adventure in Nassau: $99
- 3 Hour Island Tour: Swimming with Pigs, Turtles, and Snorkeling: $250
- ATV Half Day City Tour in Guided Tour With Free Samples: $259
- ATV Island Tour with Beach Break, Lunch, and Pick-up/Drop-off: $199
- ATV tours by RSR: $230
- Archie's Weekend Tour with Seafood Snack and Spanish Friendly: $7.00
- Atlantis Bridge Speed Boat Adventure: $100
- Atlantis Speed Boat Tours: $69
- Bahama Bonanza Cultural Tour: $80
- Bahamas Cabbage Beach Parasailing Adventure: $100
- Bahamas Culture Tour from Nassau Including Rum Cake: $80
Tours and Activities in Manaus
For Manaus, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Like a Local Customized Guided Welcome Tour: $30
- Manaus City Tour e Musa: $50
- MUSA and INPA Museums with Observation Tower Tour: $50
- City Tour in Manaus at Teatro Amazonas and Praça da Matriz: $50
- Half-Day City Tour: $54
- Full-Day Tour on the Amazon River: $55
- Amazon Negro River Half-Day Expedition Tour: $55
- Manaus Sightseeing Tour: $64
- Solimoes River Piranha Fishing and Alligator Watching Tour: $66
- Tour to Presidente Figueiredo Waterfalls: $70
- Full-Day Package Tour in Presidente Figueiredo : $70
- Meeting of the Waters & Pink Dolphin Tour with Lunch: $71
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNassau $19Manaus $2.84
Typical Alcohol Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Nassau are as follows:
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Cocktail$6.52
Sample the Local Flavors in Nassau
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Nassau:
- Nassau Rum Distillery Tour: $25
- Rum Runners Pub Crawl: $140
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nassau and Manaus, we can see that Nassau is more expensive. And not only is Manaus much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Nassau is in Caribbean Islands 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 Nassau would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nassau 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 Nassau Expensive? and Is Manaus Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nassau or Manaus?
Manaus has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Nassau. When comparing the sizes of Nassau 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.
When is the best time to visit Nassau or Manaus?
Manaus has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Nassau experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Nassau or Manaus in the Summer?
Both Manaus and Nassau during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Nassau because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the summer, Nassau is around the same temperature as Manaus. Typically, the summer temperatures in Nassau in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Manaus averages at about 27°C (81°F)in January.
It's quite sunny in Nassau. In the summer, Nassau often gets more sunshine than Manausin January. Nassau gets 273 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Manaus receives 114 hours of full sun.
Manaus gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Nassau. Nassau usually gets less rain in July than Manausin January. Nassau gets 151 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Manaus receives 264 mm (10.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryNassau 28°C (82°F)Manaus 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Nassau or Manaus in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Nassau and Manaus. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Nassau year-round.
In October, Nassau is generally around the same temperature as Manausin April. Daily temperatures in Nassau average around 26°C (79°F), and Manaus fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
In Nassau, it's very sunny this time of the year. Nassau usually receives more sunshine than Manaus during autumn. Nassau gets 223 hours of sunny skies, while Manaus receives 112 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Manaus receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Nassau gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Nassau usually receives less rain than Manausin April. Nassau gets 184 mm (7.2 in) of rain, while Manaus receives 311 mm (12.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilNassau 26°C (79°F)Manaus 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Nassau or Manaus in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Nassau as well as Manaus. Nassau attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Nassau is cooler than Manaus in the winter. The daily temperature in Nassau averages around 21°C (70°F) in January, and Manaus fluctuates around 28°C (82°F)in July.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Manaus. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Nassau this time of the year. In the winter, Nassau often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Manausin July. Nassau gets 220 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Manaus receives 214 hours of full sun.
Nassau usually gets less rain in January than Manausin July. Nassau gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Manaus receives 85 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyNassau 21°C (70°F)Manaus 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Nassau or Manaus in the Spring?
Both Manaus and Nassau are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Nassau throughout the year.
In the spring, Nassau is cooler than Manaus. Typically, the spring temperatures in Nassau in April average around 23°C (74°F), and Manaus averages at about 29°C (84°F)in October.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Nassau. Nassau usually receives more sunshine than Manaus during spring. Nassau gets 276 hours of sunny skies, while Manaus receives 171 hours of full sun in the spring.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Manaus. In April, Nassau usually receives less rain than Manausin October. Nassau gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Manaus receives 113 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberNassau 23°C (74°F)Manaus 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Manaus and Nassau
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 21°C (70°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 264 mm (10.4 in) |
| Feb | 21°C (70°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 290 mm (11.4 in) |
| Mar | 22°C (72°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 335 mm (13.2 in) |
| Apr | 23°C (74°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 311 mm (12.3 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 279 mm (11 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (80°F) | 237 mm (9.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 211 mm (8.3 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 184 mm (7.2 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) |
| Nov | 24°C (75°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 174 mm (6.8 in) |
| Dec | 22°C (71°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 220 mm (8.6 in) |
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