Which place is cheaper, Zion National Park or Fort-de-France?
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 Fort-de-France or Zion National Park?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Fort-de-France and Zion National Park 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: Fort-de-France or Zion National Park?
Fort-de-France
As the largest city and capital of Martinique, Fort-de-France serves as the main entryway for visitors traveling to the island. It is a busy city with a significant population, which creates an atmosphere bustling with traffic amidst its historic and cultural sights.
Zion National Park
Grab your backpack, water bottle and protein bar and prepare yourself for the most humbling and awe-inspiring sights you'll likely ever see. Zion National Park in southern Utah is a favorite for hikers, backpackers and climbers around the world. With the red and white cliffs of Zion Canyon rising high over the Virgin River, meadows of wildflowers, hanging gardens and high plateaus, you'll be hard pressed to find more breathtaking views in the US.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to United States of America, and The Best Contiki Tours to United States of America.
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Fort-de-France Prices
Martinique PricesZion National Park Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFort-de-France $228Zion National Park $146
The average daily cost (per person) in Fort-de-France is $228, while the average daily cost in Zion National Park is $146. 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 Fort-de-France and Zion National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFort-de-France $92Zion National Park $60
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFort-de-France $184Zion National Park $120
Compare Hotels in Fort-de-France and Zion National Park
Looking for a hotel in Fort-de-France or Zion 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: Fort-de-France Hotel Prices and Zion National Park Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Fort-de-France $18Zion National Park $30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fort-de-France
Also for Fort-de-France, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Fort de France to Martinique Airport (FDF) - Departure Transfer: $66
- Martinique Airport (FDF) to Fort de France - Arrival Transfer: $69
- Private Transfer Martinique Airport (FDF) to Fort de France Port: $77
- Private Transfer from Fort de France Port to Fort de France: $77
- Private Transfer from Fort de France to Fort de France Port: $77
- Transfer from Fort de France Port to Martinique Airport (FDF): $77
Is it cheaper to fly into Fort-de-France or Zion National Park?
Prices for flights to both Zion National Park and Fort-de-France 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 dayFort-de-France $117Zion National Park $64
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Fort-de-France
For Fort-de-France, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Food tour in the rainforest and St Pierre - Pile et Face: $104
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Fort-de-France $36Zion National Park $26
Tours and Activities in Fort-de-France
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Fort-de-France.
- Habitation Clement - entrance ticket: $15
- Small train tour of a banana farm in Martinique: $22
- Fort-de-France Private 2-Hour Walking Tour: $26
- Mangrove Guided Tour: $43
- Karaib Tour: $66
- Fort-de-France Food Tasting and Cultural Walking Tour: $71
- Martinique Shore Excursion - Unmissable Martinique North tour: $75
- Authentic Tour of Southern Martinique: $75
- Martinique Shore Excursion - Authentic Tour of Southern Martinique: $75
- Scenic Tropical Rainforest & Island Tour: $82
- Martinique: Coral and Turtle Coves Cruise: $84
- Half-Day Nature and Panorama Tour in Martinique: $108
Tours and Activities in Zion National Park
Here are a few actual costs in Zion National Park for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Private Sunset Guided Tour to Great Chamber by Four-Wheel Drive: $125
- Slot Canyon Tour & Sandboarding UTV Adventure: $129
- 2-Hour Private Light Painting Experience on the Sand Dunes: $299
- 3 Hour Guided E Bike Tour in Zion National Park : $125
- Award Winning UTV Slot Canyon Tour: $105
- Coral Pink Sand Dunes Ride Climb and Rappel Adventure: $139
- East Zion 2.5 Hour Slot Canyon Canyoneering UTV Tour: $119
- East Zion 4 Hour Slot Canyon Canyoneering UTV Tour: $174
- East Zion Brushy Cove Jeep Tour: $117
- East Zion Canyoneering: Elkheart Canyon & UTV Tour: $201
- East Zion Crimson Canyon Hike & UTV Adventure: $130
- East Zion Dark Sky Stargazing Tour: $22
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFort-de-France $12Zion National Park $8.28
Sample the Local Flavors in Fort-de-France
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Fort-de-France:
- Small-Group Tour: Unmissable Martinique with Rum Distillery, Ruins, and More: $75
- North Tour: rainforest, rum distillery, black sand beach etc: $120
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fort-de-France and Zion National Park, we can see that Fort-de-France is more expensive. And not only is Zion National Park much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Fort-de-France is in Caribbean Islands and Zion National Park is in North 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 Zion National Park would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Zion 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 Fort-de-France would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Fort-de-France than you might in Zion National Park.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Fort-de-France Expensive? and Is Zion 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.