Which place is cheaper, Ilha Grande or Salto?
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 Salto or Ilha Grande?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Salto or Ilha Grande, 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: Salto or Ilha Grande?
Salto
Salto is in the citrus growing region of Northern Interior Uruguay, on the east bank of the Rio Uruguay. It is closely connected to the neighboring Argentinian city of Concordia that lies across the river on the western bank. Salto is Uruguay's second-largest city and the most northerly crossing point to Argentina. Salto is a very picturesque city that has a relaxing feel the entire year. However, people mostly come here for the nearby hot springs and the recreation area above the enormous Salto Grande hydroelectric dam.
Ilha Grande
Ilha Grande is a large, beautiful, island located off the southeast coast of Brazil. The island has few inhabitants, resulting in mostly unadulterated beaches and landscapes. There are over a dozen trails and beaches to explore, some of which have been called the best beaches in Brazil. Due to the limited number of inhabitants, ATMs are sparse on the island, so be sure to have cash with you before getting there.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Uruguay, The Best Cultural Tours in Uruguay, The Best 3-Day Tours from Manaus, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Brazil.
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Salto Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySalto $85Ilha Grande $84
The average daily cost (per person) in Salto is $85, while the average daily cost in Ilha Grande is $84. 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 Salto and Ilha Grande in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSalto $29Ilha Grande $37
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSalto $58Ilha Grande $74
Compare Hotels in Salto and Ilha Grande
Looking for a hotel in Salto or Ilha Grande? 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: Salto Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Salto $21Ilha Grande $18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ilha Grande
Also for Ilha Grande, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Departure private transfer from Costa do Sol to Rio GIG Airport: $160
- From Angra dos Reis: Shared Transfer to Rio de Janeiro: $46
- Regular transfer from Angra dos Reis to Rio de Janeiro: $51
- Regular transfer from Isla Grande (Abraão) x Rio de Janeiro: $48
Is it cheaper to fly into Salto or Ilha Grande?
Prices for flights to both Ilha Grande and Salto 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 daySalto $41Ilha Grande $36
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Salto $17Ilha Grande $6.62
Tours and Activities in Ilha Grande
For Ilha Grande, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Regular Schooner Ride - Ilha Grande Tour: $13
- Escuna Tour to Angra Beaches of Dos Reis & Grand Island: $20
- Shared Speedboat Tour - Paradise Island Tour: $28
- Ilha Grande - From Abrãao: Lopes Mendes beach tour & trekking: $35
- Half-Day Ilha Grande Schooner Tour: $46
- Tour Of The Motorboat The Paradisiac Islands Of Angra Dos Reis: $52
- Schooner Cruise with Caipirinha drinks by the Blue Lagoon: $60
- Ilha Grande - Private Historical Walking Tour with Natural Pool.: $60
- Angra Islands Speedboat Tour from Paraty: $64
- Full-Day Ilha Grande Northern Coast Speedboat Tour: $67
- A tour of the paradisiacal islands of Angra dos Reis.: $75
- Angra dos Reis Island Hopping Speedboat Tour from Ilha Grande: $75
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySalto $13Ilha Grande $11
When comparing the travel costs between Salto and Ilha Grande, we can see that Salto 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 South America, 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 Salto Expensive? and Is Ilha Grande 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.