Which place is cheaper, Manaus or Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)?
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 Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) or Manaus?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) and Manaus. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) or Manaus?
Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)
An island of the Caribbean Netherlands, St. Eustatius, sometimes called Statia, is a small, relatively unknown destination to the greater tourist areas of the Caribbean. As a result, however, it is its own treasure consisting of a dormant volcano known as the Quill and featuring a lush rainforest, narrow volcanic beaches, many dive sites, and a quaint harbor town.
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 dayOranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $225Manaus $69
The average daily cost (per person) in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) is $225, while the average daily cost in Manaus is $69. 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 Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) and Manaus in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $92Manaus $43
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $184Manaus $86
Compare Hotels in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) and Manaus
Looking for a hotel in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) 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: Manaus Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $70Manaus $8.07
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius):
- St. Kitts Beach Transfers Round trip: $67
- St Kitts & Nevis Airport Roundtrip Transfers: $42
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Manaus
Also for Manaus, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- 24-hour airport to hotel transfer in Manaus: $18
- 24-hour transfer from airport to hotel in Manaus: $17
- 24h Private Transfer Service Hotel to Manaus Airport: $23
- Manaus private Airport transfer: $60
- Manaus to Manaus Airport (MAO) - Departure Private Transfer: $31
- Manaus to Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) - Departure Private Transfer: $35
- Manaus to Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) -Departure Private Transfer: $54
- One Way Shared Transfer from hotels to Manaus airport: $49
- Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) to Manaus - Arrival Private Transfer: $35
- Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) to Manaus - RoundTrip Private Transfer: $108
- Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) to Manaus -Round-Trip Private Transfer: $71
- Private Transfer Service Available in the City of Manaus: $178
Is it cheaper to fly into Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) or Manaus?
Prices for flights to both Manaus and Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) 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 dayOranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $89Manaus $22
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius).
- St.Kitts Downtown Basseterre Walking Food Tour: $75
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: $60
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $37Manaus -
Tours and Activities in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)
Here are a few actual costs in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- ATV Tour of St Kitts: $110
- An Exciting, Scenic and Historical Island Tour: $160
- Basseterre Plantation Half Day Tour: $66
- Best of St. Kitts Highlight Tour and Beach: $280
- Best of St. Kitts Highlight Tour.: $250
- City Tour, Timothy Hill Lookout and South Friars Beach: $55
- Coastal Boat Tour on St. Kitts and Nevis with Snorkeling: $135
- Exotic Island Tour from Basseterre: $78
- Full Island Panoramic Tour of St Kitts: $68
- Full Island Private Tour: $60
- Half-Day Island Adventure of St Kitts: $95
- Jungle Bikes ATV Tour in St Kitts: $125
Tours and Activities in Manaus
For Manaus, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Walking Tours in Manaus: $30
- MUSA and INPA Museums with Observation Tower Tour: $50
- Half-Day City Tour: $54
- Amazon Negro River Half-Day Expedition Tour: $55
- Full-Day Tour on the Amazon River: $55
- Manaus Sightseeing Tour: $64
- Meeting of the Waters & Pink Dolphin Tour with Lunch: $65
- Manaus City Tour e Musa: $65
- Amazon Experience: Indigenous culture and nature phenomenon: $78
- Historic Center Guided Walking Tour: $78
- City Tour: $78
- Historical City Tour: $78
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $26Manaus $2.88
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) and Manaus, we can see that Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) is more expensive. And not only is Manaus much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) 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 Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) 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 Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) Expensive? and Is Manaus Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) or Manaus?
Manaus has a larger population, and is about 1460 times larger than the population of Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius). When comparing the sizes of Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) 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.