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Tuktuk scams for whale watching tours near Arugam Bay

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Zoe M.•2660 rep•2

A tuktuk driver in Arugam Bay offered to drive us to a secret beach to see whales for 15000 rupees Is this a scam

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Massive scam! You do not go whale watching from the beach in Arugam Bay. The deep-water drop-off required for blue whales is up north in Trincomalee. The tuk-tuk driver is just trying to extort you for a very long joyride to a random beach where you will absolutely not see any whales.

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Chathura K.•5020 rep•1

We heard this one too. Tell him no thanks. Book official boat tours in Trincomalee instead.

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Pierre L.•5470 rep•2

Tuktuk drivers on the east coast will promise anything for a long fare. Stick to reputable tour companies.

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