Which place is cheaper, Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) or Saint John's?
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 Saint John's or Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park)?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Saint John's or Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park)? 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: Saint John's or Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park)?
Saint John's
If you've been to St. John's, Antigua, you were likely on a cruise - which means you likely did not have enough time to truly experience the magic of this tiny island getaway.
St. Johns is the capital of the tiny islands of Antigua and Barbuda. Located on Antigua, this tropical city lives up to its status as a tropical paradise. With 365 beaches on the island, you can enjoy the luxury of lounging in the sand every day of the year.
Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park)
Situated in the Golfo Dulce, Puerto Jiminez has grown from a logging and gold mining town in the 1960s to become the largest town on Costa Rica's Osa Peninsula. Today, it serves as a main gateway to Corcovado National Park, a last stopping point before visitors enter the park. Puerto Jiminez also has a lively night life, a beach, and easy access to a number of outdoors activities.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Costa Rica, and The Best Budget Tours to Costa Rica.
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Saint John's Prices
Antigua and Barbuda PricesPuerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySaint John's $272Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) $156
The average daily cost (per person) in Saint John's is $272, while the average daily cost in Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) is $156. 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 Saint John's and Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSaint John's $120Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) $55
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSaint John's $240Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) $110
Compare Hotels in Saint John's and Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park)
Looking for a hotel in Saint John's or Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park)? 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: Saint John's Hotel Prices and Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Saint John's $17Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) -
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Saint John's
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Saint John's:
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Local Bus$1.52
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Taxi From Airport$6.99
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Saint John's
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Saint John's:
- Round-Trip Transfer between Antigua Airport and Antigua Hotels: $36
- Shared Roundtrip Taxi Transfer from Antigua Airport to Royalton Antigua Resort: $41
- Antigua&Barbuda to Antigua&Barbuda Airport(ANU) Private Transfer: $45
- Antigua Airport Private Roundtrip Transfer to and from Royalton Antigua Resort: $60
- Round-Trip Transfer between Antigua Airport and Antigua Hotel: $60
- Private and Group Airport Transfers in Antigua and Barbuda: $60
- Antigua to Antigua V.C. Bird Airport (ANU) - Departure Transfer: $63
- Antigua Airport (ANU) to Antigua - Arrival Private Transfer: $63
- Biggvee Airport Roundtrip Transfer: $70
- VIP Meet and Greet Fast Track on Arrival at Antigua Airport - without Transfers: $77
- Private Transfer Service in Antigua: $80
- Antigua Private Airport Transfer (ANU) Round-Trip to All Resorts: $80
Is it cheaper to fly into Saint John's or Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park)?
Prices for flights to both Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) and Saint John's 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 daySaint John's $117Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) $67
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Saint John's
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Saint John's.
- City Lime Food Tour: Taste our culture on Antigua's only food tour in the city!: $105
- Local Antigua Rum and Food Tour: $130
Typical Food Prices in Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park)
Some typical examples of dining costs in Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) are as follows:
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Dinner at Finca Exotica$60
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Saint John's $103Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) $133
Typical Entertainment Prices in Saint John's
Here are a few typical costs in Saint John's for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Entrance to the Museum of Antigua & Barbu$3.00
Tours and Activities in Saint John's
Here are a few actual costs in Saint John's for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- City of St John's Sightseeing Tour: $65
- Cultural and Historical Home Tour in The Antiguan Experience: $66
- Glenmon taxi and tours: $70
- Half Day Historical Tour in Antigua with Beach: $73
- Nightlife Tour of Antigua and Barbuda: $80
- SoCoHo Eco Kayak and Snorkel Tour: $85
- Trek Tours Hiking Experience in Antigua: $90
- English Harbour with CulinaryATE Tours: $90
- Clear Kayak Tour in Mangrove Antigua: $90
- Antigua Round Island Tour: $94
- Fort Barrington with CulinaryATE Tours: $95
- Circumnavigate Tour: $95
Tours and Activities in Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park)
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) are as follows:
- Kayak experience on Playa Blanca in Puerto Jiménez: $65
- Bio-Luminescence and Sunset Kayak Tour: $74
- Isla del Caño snorkel tour from Drake Bay (Cano island): $110
- Corcovado National Park - Day Tour from Drake Bay: $127
- One Day Tour To Caño Island From Drake Bay: $145
- 4 Hour Private Guided Tour in Osa Jungle: $163
- Corcovado National Park Sirena Day Tour From Puerto Jimenez: $170
- Puerto Jiménez: La Leona Day Tour (Full-Day Wildlife Experience): $170
- Corcovado National Park LA LEONA Ranger Station Full Day Tour: $175
- Corcovado National Park Day Tour: Guided Wildlife Walk at Sirena: $185
- Scuba Diving Tour at Cano Island (Isla del Caño) from Drake Bay: $190
- Pacheco Tours - Corcovado Sirena + Cano Island Snorkel - 2 days: $205
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySaint John's $18Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Saint John's and Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park), we can see that Saint John's is more expensive. And not only is Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Saint John's is in Caribbean Islands and Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) is in Central 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 Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) 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 John's would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Saint John's than you might in Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park).
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Saint John's Expensive? and Is Puerto Jimenez (Corcovado National Park) 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.