Tuktuk driver scams at Pettah market and Colombo rules
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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.
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Dr. Nimal.•7325 rep•244
They physically blocked my path when I tried to walk away to another driver.
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Bhante S.•10715 rep•234
Never negotiate with them. It just encourages the behavior. Keep walking until you find an honest driver.
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Noah D.•8750 rep•28
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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