Avoiding tuktuk meter scams at Pettah market in Colombo
We just arrived at Pettah bus stand and no tuktuk driver will use the meter They want 1500 rupees for a short ride Scam or normal
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Yes, this is a well-known scam zone. The drivers parked directly outside the bus stand exits operate as a mafia and refuse the meter to extort tourists with heavy bags. Do not argue with them. Walk 100 meters down the road and flag a passing tuktuk with a red metered sign, or just use the PickMe app.
They physically blocked my path when I tried to walk away. Just shout Police and they will move.
Never negotiate with them. It just encourages the behavior. Keep walking until you find an honest driver.
I used Uber and the driver had to meet me a block away because the Pettah tuktuk drivers harass the rideshare drivers.
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