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

Should you visit Terre-de-Haut or Port-au-Prince?

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

Should I visit Terre-de-Haut or Port-au-Prince? 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 Port-au-Prince?

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.

Port-au-Prince

Port-au-Prince is the capital city and most-populous city of Haiti. The metropolitan area is divided into several districts with access to a number of landmarks and museums, as well as a lively cultural scene.

Which place is cheaper, Port-au-Prince 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
    Port-au-Prince Prices
    Haiti Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Terre-de-Haut 173
    Port-au-Prince 27

The average daily cost (per person) in Terre-de-Haut is €173, while the average daily cost in Port-au-Prince is €27. 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 Port-au-Prince in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Terre-de-Haut 68
    Port-au-Prince 19
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Terre-de-Haut 136
    Port-au-Prince 38
Compare Hotels in Terre-de-Haut and Port-au-Prince

Looking for a hotel in Terre-de-Haut or Port-au-Prince? 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 Port-au-Prince


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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.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Terre-de-Haut 44
    Port-au-Prince 4.06

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 Port-au-Prince?

Prices for flights to both Port-au-Prince 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 78
    Port-au-Prince 5.49

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Terre-de-Haut 20
    Port-au-Prince 0.65

Tours and Activities in Terre-de-Haut

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

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

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Terre-de-Haut 44
    Port-au-Prince 0.17

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

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 Port-au-Prince Expensive?.


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