Just got to galle fort, first tuk tuk quote 800 for 10 min ride??
Arrived this morning. Guy at the station said 800 to my hotel inside the fort. Is that normal or should I walk and flag another one? Kinda tired with bags.
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Way too high. Normal is 300-400 inside the fort area. Walk a bit or go to the main gate and try another driver. They always start high with new arrivals.
I arrived yesterday and paid 350 after bargaining. Don't accept the first price.
Yeah 800 is crazy for that distance. Bargain hard or just walk 5 mins and grab one on the street. You'll get it for half.
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