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

Should you visit Terre-de-Haut or Durango?

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

Should I visit Terre-de-Haut or Durango? 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: Terre-de-Haut or Durango?

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.

Durango

Located in the State of Colorado, in the Rocky Mountains, Durango is on the tourist maps because of its historic narrow gauge railroad that connects the city to the town of Silverton. Durango has a population of just over 16,000 and it is only a short distance from the "four corners" area where New Mexico, Arizona, Utah, and Colorado all meet. The landscape surrounding Durango is quite impressive and includes the Animas River Valley, the San Juan Mountains, and some beautiful red sandstone bluffs.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to United States of America, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in United States of America.


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

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

  • Terre-de-Haut Prices
    Guadeloupe Prices
    Durango Prices
    USA Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Terre-de-Haut $203
    Durango $190

The average daily cost (per person) in Terre-de-Haut is $203, while the average daily cost in Durango is $190. 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 Terre-de-Haut and Durango in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Terre-de-Haut $80
    Durango $79
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Terre-de-Haut $160
    Durango $158
Compare Hotels in Terre-de-Haut and Durango

Looking for a hotel in Terre-de-Haut or Durango? 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 Terre-de-Haut


Hotels in Durango


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

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Terre-de-Haut $52
    Durango $27

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 Terre-de-Haut or Durango?

Prices for flights to both Durango and Terre-de-Haut 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
    Terre-de-Haut $91
    Durango $86

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Terre-de-Haut $23
    Durango $46

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

Typical Entertainment Prices in Durango

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Durango's activities, tours, and tickets:


  • Hot Springs (for 2)
    $50
  • Tubing (for 2)
    $40

Tours and Activities in Durango

For Durango, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Scenic Waterfall Jeep Tour~ 2.5 hours: $99
  • 12-Zipline Adventure in the San Juan Mountains near Durango: $173
  • 12-zipline Adventure in the San Juan Mountains near Durango: $173
  • 6-zipline Adventure in the San Juan Mountains near Durango: $140
  • 700 Year Tour - Half Day Mesa Verde Cultural Tour: $101
  • Durango After Dark: Dead Rails Gorge Ghost Tour: $24
  • Durango Half Day Jeep Tour - La Plata Canyon: $130
  • Durango Half Day Jeep Tour - La Plata Canyon: $130
  • Durango Rafting - Animas River Adventure Day: $185
  • Durango Train and Silverton Jeep Tour Package: $215
  • La Plata Canyon Exclusive Access Jeep Tour: $127
  • La Plata Canyon Scenic Waterfalls Jeep Tour: $92

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Terre-de-Haut $52
    Durango $30

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 Terre-de-Haut and Durango, we can see that Terre-de-Haut 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. Even though Terre-de-Haut is in Caribbean Islands and Durango is in North America, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.

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