Mid-Range Travel Guide: Cayenne

Accommodation

$80-180 per night

Private rooms in mid-range hotels, boutique guesthouses, or eco-lodges with standard amenities

Food & Dining

$40-80 per day

Mix of local Creole restaurants, casual dining spots, occasional upscale meals, fresh seafood restaurants

Transportation

$25-60 per day

Combination of taxis, rental cars for day trips, occasional domestic flights to interior regions

Activities

$50-120 per day

Guided nature tours, boat trips, cultural sites, national park entries, wildlife watching excursions

Shop at local markets rather than tourist-oriented restaurants - typically 60-70% cheaper for authentic Creole meals

Use public transportation and walking instead of taxis - can save 70-80% on daily transport costs

Book accommodation well in advance during dry season for 25-40% better rates

Join group tours rather than private excursions - usually 50-70% less expensive per person

Buy groceries from local supermarkets for breakfast and snacks - reduces daily food costs by 30-50%

Visit free attractions like beaches, hiking trails, and city markets instead of paid tourist sites

Travel during shoulder season (March-May) for 20-35% lower accommodation and tour prices

Relying solely on taxis for transportation instead of learning public bus routes - costs 4-5 times more daily

Eating exclusively in hotel restaurants or tourist zones - typically 150-200% markup over local establishments

Booking tours and activities last-minute during peak season - usually 30-50% more expensive than advance bookings

Not budgeting for the high cost of imported goods - many items cost 50-100% more than mainland France prices