Which place is cheaper, Grande-Terre or Punta Cana?
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 Punta Cana or Grande-Terre?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Punta Cana or Grande-Terre? 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: Punta Cana or Grande-Terre?
Punta Cana
Punta Cana, located on the easternmost tip of the Dominican Republic, is renowned for its stunning beaches, crystal-clear waters, and vibrant culture. This Caribbean paradise offers a diverse range of experiences that cater to all types of travelers, whether you're on a tight budget, seeking thrilling activities, exploring local cuisine, or figuring out the best ways to get around.
Grande-Terre
Grande Terre is an island that makes up the eastern half of the Guadeloupe 'mainland.' It is divided from the other half of the main Guadeloupe island, Basse Terre, by a narrow channel called Rivière Salee (or the Salt River). The island itself is characterized by rolling hills, white sand beaches, and cliffs, and its indented coastline is surrounded by coral reefs. It is home to most of Guadeloupe's farmlands and tourist resorts.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Dominican Republic, and The Best Adventure Tours to Dominican Republic.
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Punta Cana Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPunta Cana $180Grande-Terre $208
The average daily cost (per person) in Punta Cana is $180, while the average daily cost in Grande-Terre is $208. 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 Punta Cana and Grande-Terre in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPunta Cana $100Grande-Terre $95
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPunta Cana $200Grande-Terre $190
Compare Hotels in Punta Cana and Grande-Terre
Looking for a hotel in Punta Cana or Grande-Terre? 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: Punta Cana Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Punta Cana $6.75Grande-Terre $10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Punta Cana
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Punta Cana:
- “Private Airport Transfer to La Romana & Bayahibe from Punta Cana: $47
- “Round-Trip Private Transfer: Punta Cana Airport ↔ Bávaro Hotels”: $25
- 1 Hour Beach Photoshoot in Punta Cana with Round Trip Transfer: $240
- Affordable Private Airport Transfer in Punta Cana: $15
- Affordable Private SUBURBAN Transfer from Punta Cana Airport: $6.50
- Airport (PUJ) Private transfers, Transportation Punta Cana Hotels: $23
- Airport Transportation Transfer Private to/from Uvero Alto Hotels: $43
- Budget Punta Cana Airport Transfers-Cap Cana, Bavaro, Uvero Alto: $6.50
- Caribbean Holiday Services Transfer: $35
- Caribbean Holiday Services Transfer: $90
- Coco Bongo Punta Cana with Transfer from Hotels Included: $160
- Dominican Republic Punta Cana Airport Transfer / Private & Safe: $30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Grande-Terre
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Grande-Terre:
- Arrival Private Transfer Pointe a Pitre Airport PTP to Pointe a Pitre by SUV: $41
- Arrival Transfer from Pointe a Pitre Airport to Pointe a Pitre: $76
- Arrival Transfer from Pointe a Pitre Airport to Sainte-Anne: $130
- Departure Private Transfer from Pointe a Pitre to Pointe a Pitre Airport by SUV: $49
- Departure Transfer from Pointe a Pitre to Pointe a Pitre Airport: $76
- Departure Transfer from Saint-Francois to Pointe a Pitre Airport: $212
- Departure Transfer from Sainte-Anne to Pointe a Pitre Airport: $130
- Guadeloupe to Pointe-a-Pitre Airport (PTP) - Private Transfer: $70
- Pointe-a-Pitre Airport (PTP) to Guadeloupe island - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $140
- Pointe-a-Pitre Airport (PTP) to Guadeloupe island hotel-Arrival Private Transfer: $70
- Pointe-a-Pitre Airport (PTP) to Pointe-a-Pitre Arrival Transfer: $46
- Pointe-a-Pitre Airport PTP to Pointe-a-Pitre Round-Trip Transfer: $92
Is it cheaper to fly into Punta Cana or Grande-Terre?
Prices for flights to both Grande-Terre and Punta Cana 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 dayPunta Cana $68Grande-Terre $95
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Punta Cana
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Punta Cana.
- Half Day Punta Cana Food Tour Including Transportation: $35
- Punta Cana Nightlife and Street Food Tour with Hotel Pickup: $95
- Sunset Buggies Adventure with Dinner from Punta Cana: $145
- Dinner in the Sky Experience in Punta Cana: $149
- Punta Cana Jungle Night Tour with Cave Swim and Dinner: $160
- Night Buggy Tour with Cenote Swim & Dinner Combo: $190
- Punta Cana Buggy Ride and Taino Party with Dinner: $237
- Punta Cana Buggy Ride, Dinner and Taino Party: $294
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Punta Cana $31Grande-Terre $52
Typical Entertainment Prices in Punta Cana
Here are a few typical costs in Punta Cana for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Dune Buggy Adventure$54
Tours and Activities in Punta Cana
Here are a few actual costs in Punta Cana for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Shopping Tour In Don Lucas Cigar Factory, Rum tasting, Cocoa factory, Souvenirs: $5.00
- Santo Domingo: Panoramic tour to Punta Cana with Buggy Ride: $5.00
- Tour de Compras: Chocolate, Café y Artesanías en Punta Cana.: $5.00
- Guided Tour to Don Lucas Cigars Factory and Souvenirs Store: $5.00
- Guided Shopping Tour to Bella Mare Store (Cigars, Chocolate, Rum and Souvenirs): $6.00
- Punta Cana Souvenir Shopping Tour with Free Pickup: $6.00
- Punta Cana Souvenir Shopping Tour with Pickup: $6.00
- Souvenir Shopping Tour in Punta Cana Pickup Included: $9.00
- Souvenir Shopping Tour in Punta Cana. Transportation Included: $10
- Cigar Shopping Tour in Punta Cana with Transportation Included: $10
- Punta Cana Shopping Tour: $15
- ATV and Buggy Adventure with Water Cave and Beach in Punta Cana: $20
Tours and Activities in Grande-Terre
Here are a few actual costs in Grande-Terre for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Pointe a Pitre Self Guided Walking Tour with Challenges: $7.92
- Cruise stopover - Plage du Gosier Round trip: $17
- Stand Up Paddle Adventure in Guadeloupe: $47
- Guided tour by electric tuk-tuk: $53
- *Cruise Stopover* - CASCADE WITH CRAYFISH- Sainte-Anne Beach: $65
- Pointe à Pitre City Tour, Island Stopover, and Beach Breaks: $105
- Photoshoot + Drone on a Caribbean paradise beach or day tour: $154
- Full Day Tour of Guadeloupe: $171
- Private Ultralight Seaplane Experience in Guadeloupe: $184
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPunta Cana $11Grande-Terre $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Grande-Terre
Also in Grande-Terre, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Local Market, Crayfish Waterfall and Rum Distillery with Tasting: $231
When comparing the travel costs between Punta Cana and Grande-Terre, we can see that Grande-Terre is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Caribbean Islands, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Punta Cana Expensive? and Is Grande-Terre 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.