A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Freeport vs. Terre-de-Haut for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Freeport 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 Freeport 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: Freeport or Terre-de-Haut?

Freeport

When you picture the Bahamas you likely picture the beaches, resorts and playgrounds of Nassau. Just to the northwest of this tourist paradise is a tropical city founded on industry. Freeport began as mostly swampland and is now the second most populous city in the Bahamas.

This city is less of a tourist attraction - a place where you'll find the true Bahaman culture mixed in with some relaxing spots to help you unwind and get into your island vacation.

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 Romantic Tours for Couples in Bahamas, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Bahamas.


Which place is cheaper, Terre-de-Haut or Freeport?

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 Freeport is $290, 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 Freeport and Terre-de-Haut in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Freeport $141
    Terre-de-Haut $80
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Freeport $282
    Terre-de-Haut $160
Compare Hotels in Freeport and Terre-de-Haut

Looking for a hotel in Freeport 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 Freeport


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: Freeport Hotel Prices and Terre-de-Haut Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Freeport $59
    Terre-de-Haut $52

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Freeport

Also for Freeport, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Private Transfer from FPO to Old Bahama Bay resort : $255
  • Private Transfer from FPO to Freeport hotels or resorts: $183
  • Private One way Airport Transfer in Freeport : $180
  • Grand Bahama Airport(FPO) to Freeport -RoundTrip Private Transfer: $155
  • Grand Bahama Airport (FPO) to Old Bahama Bay -Round-Trip Transfer: $155
  • Shared Round Trip Limousine Transfer : $150
  • Luxury SUV Transfer from Airport, cruise port, Celebration Key : $133
  • Grand Bahama Airport (FPO) to Old Bahama Bay - Private Transfer: $78
  • Grand Bahama Airport (FPO) to Freeport - Arrival Private Transfer: $78
  • Old Bahama Bay to Grand Bahama Airport (FPO) - Private Transfer: $78
  • Freeport to Grand Bahama Airport (FPO) Departure Private Transfer: $78
  • Private Transfer from Grand Bahama Airport (FPO) to Freeport Port: $68

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 Freeport or Terre-de-Haut?

Prices for flights to both Terre-de-Haut and Freeport 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
    Freeport $110
    Terre-de-Haut $91

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Freeport

For Freeport, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Around Town/Bahamian Cooking Experience: $175

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Freeport $40
    Terre-de-Haut $23
Typical Entertainment Prices in Freeport

For Freeport, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • 10 Dive Package
    $299
  • 4 Hr. Kayak Tour
    $70
  • 1/2 Day Snorkel Trip
    $75

Tours and Activities in Freeport

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Freeport.

  • Jet Ski Tour: Explore the Bahamas Coastlines -90 minutes: $206
  • Swim with the Pigs Freeport @Creative Eco Adventures: $72
  • Bahamas Sea Scooter Snorkeling Adventure: $120
  • Clear Kayak Tour: $120
  • CocoNutz Cruisers Electric Bicycle Tour: $123
  • Eleuthera Adventure: Swings, Pigs, and Reefs: $600
  • Freeport Shore Excursion: Garden of the Groves and City Tour: $127
  • Freeport Shore Excursion: Garden of the Groves and City Tour: $126
  • Grand Bahama Culture, History & Local Flavors Tour: $280
  • Junkanoo Adventure with Bahamian Cuisine Tasting: $850
  • Go Kart Adventure Caves Pirates Beaches: $109
  • Grand Bahama Catamaran Sunset Cruise with Drinks and Snacks: $89

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
    Freeport $30
    Terre-de-Haut $52

Sample the Local Flavors in Freeport

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Freeport:

  • Brewery & Taste with Beach & Shop at Largest Market on Freeport 4-hrs : $85

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 we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Freeport and Terre-de-Haut, we can see that Freeport is more expensive. And not only is Terre-de-Haut much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Terre-de-Haut would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Terre-de-Haut 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 Freeport would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Freeport than you might in Terre-de-Haut.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Freeport Expensive? and Is Terre-de-Haut Expensive?.


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