A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) vs. Terre-de-Haut for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) or Terre-de-Haut?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) and Terre-de-Haut can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.

Where Should I go: Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) or Terre-de-Haut?

Amber Cove (Puerto Plata)

Puerto Plata, nestled on the northern coast of the Dominican Republic, is a captivating destination known for its beautiful beaches, historical landmarks, and vibrant culture. Whether you're arriving via the bustling Amber Cove cruise port or planning an extended stay, Puerto Plata offers a diverse range of experiences for every traveler.

Terre-de-Haut

Les Saintes (also known as Iles des Saintes) is a small archipelago of Guadeloupe, a French overseas territory in the Caribbean. The islands here are best known for their tropical beauty, untouched beaches, and bayside villages. Only two of the nine are inhabited.

Terre-de-Haut of Les Saintes is the most popular island to visit. It is known for the Pain de Sucre, a small bay lined with coconut trees and an ideal location for snorkeling, in addition to white sandy beaches like the Plage de Pompierre. There is also a nineteenth-century fort which can be reached on foot for striking views of the surrounding area.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Dominican Republic, and The Best Adventure Tours to Dominican Republic.


Which place is cheaper, Terre-de-Haut or Amber Cove (Puerto Plata)?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) is $231, while the average daily cost in Terre-de-Haut is $203. 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 Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) and Terre-de-Haut in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) $141
    Terre-de-Haut $80
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) $282
    Terre-de-Haut $160
Compare Hotels in Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) and Terre-de-Haut

Looking for a hotel in Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) or Terre-de-Haut? 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.

Hotels in Amber Cove (Puerto Plata)


Hotels in Terre-de-Haut


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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: Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) Hotel Prices and Terre-de-Haut Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) $9.01
    Terre-de-Haut $52

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amber Cove (Puerto Plata)

Also for Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Transfer STI Airport: Taxi and Shuttle to Home: $300
  • Puerto Plata to Rio San Juan transfer: $189
  • Private Transfer from Santiago STI Airport to Santo Domingo: $160
  • Private Transfer Puerto Plata to Cibao Airport: $128
  • Private Santiago Airport Transfer to Puerto Plata Hotels: $120
  • Puerto Plata VIP Transferencias y tours: $120
  • Private Transfer from Cibao Airport (STI) to Puerto Plata Port: $118
  • Puerto Plata Airport (POP) to Puerto Plata - Round-Trip Transfer: $111
  • Private Transfer from Cibao International Airport to Puerto Plata: $110
  • Damajagua Waterfalls, Zipline with Lunch and Transfer: $110
  • Private Transfer between STI Airport Santiago to Puerto Plata: $109
  • Puerto Plata to Lifestyle LHVC transfer: $91

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Terre-de-Haut

Also for Terre-de-Haut, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Private Transfer from Deshaies or Trois Riviers to Pointe a Pitre Airport by SUV: $96

Is it cheaper to fly into Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) or Terre-de-Haut?

Prices for flights to both Terre-de-Haut and Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) $75
    Terre-de-Haut $91

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) $40
    Terre-de-Haut $23
Typical Entertainment Prices in Amber Cove (Puerto Plata)

For Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Snorkeling Tour
    $42
  • Banana Boat Ride
    $5.96
  • Paragliding
    $51
  • 1 Hr Kayak Rental
    $12
  • Water Skiing
    $18

Tours and Activities in Amber Cove (Puerto Plata)

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Amber Cove (Puerto Plata).

  • Puerto Plata: Wild, Wet & Furious Adventure: $165
  • 2 Hours Buggy Adventure from Puerto Plata: $130
  • 2 Person Buggy Tour: $126
  • 27 Charcos de Damajagua Adventure: $44
  • 27 Waterfalls of Damajagua – Adventure Tour from Puerto Plata: $75
  • 3 Hours Four-wheel Adventures : $100
  • 7 Damajagua & Monkey Home Tours waterfalls: $99
  • ATV 4 wheel from Amber Cove & Taino bay port silver Cruise port: $110
  • ATV Adventure: $60
  • ATV Adventure Tour in Puerto Plata Culture and Beach: $55
  • ATV Adventure from Puerto Plata: $120
  • ATV Adventure from Puerto Plata: $125

Tours and Activities in Terre-de-Haut

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Terre-de-Haut.

  • Boat Tour with Lunch in the Water in Guadeloupe Lagoon : $149
  • Guadeloupe Bus Tour: $72
  • Guided Kayaking Tour of the Mitan Pond and its Mangrove: $42
  • Private French Caribbean Rum Tour with Tastings: $188
  • Private Shooting Tour Around Soufrière: $131
  • Small Day Cruise (Ilet caret, mangrove, coral reef: $118

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) $13
    Terre-de-Haut $52

Sample the Local Flavors in Terre-de-Haut

Also in Terre-de-Haut, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Guided tour with tasting of the Distillery Bonne Mère : $11


When comparing the travel costs between Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) and Terre-de-Haut, we can see that Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) 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 Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) Expensive? and Is Terre-de-Haut Expensive?.


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