How to book an advance taxi in Karachi?

1 ANSWERS

1. Guest4823
   

   There are three kinds of taxis in Karachi: Metro, Yellow and Black. The yellow ones are generally thought to be better than the black ones, although they charge a greater mark up.
   The Metros are chains of taxis operated by different private sector companies (i.e. private version of NY's TLC). As in any nation, some of the taxi drivers overcharge "foreigners". Most of the Black and Yellow taxis don't have any meter, so you should first fix the charge and the location with the driver before getting in. The official rate per kilometer is around Rs 7 but expect to pay around double.
   There is also the so called Radio/White Cab service, which is air conditioned and can be called in at the airport or anywhere in the city. Typical cost for a full day (8 hr, 150 km) is US$25. White Cab ☎ +92 21 111 789-786 or you can call within Karachi ☎ +92 21 111 789-786. Per kilometer rate is Rs 15 plus Rs 50 calling charges.
   A new company, Metro Cabs, ☎ +92 21 111 222-787,+92 21 111 222-787 (Karachi)) is considered highly efficient. Their taxis are usually easily available from the airport, and their rates are very reasonable, they have white corolla fleet - Per Km charges: Pak Rs. 20/= Min charges: Pak Rs. 300/= within 12 km. Others companies include Sky Cab; ☎ +92 21 5677721-23 with Limousine fleets, Pak Radio Cabs UAN: ☎ +92 21 111 732-732, Pearl Cabs UAN: ☎ +92 21 111 725-786, Redtop Cabs UAN: ☎ +92 21 111 733-867 - they have liana fleets, Citi Cab ☎ +92 21 5650581, FVG Cab (UAN: ☎ +92 21 111 126-111, Karachi Cab UAN: ☎ +92 21 111 527-222, Sana Cabs UAN: ☎ +92 21 111 222-787, Star Cabs UAN: ☎ +92 21 111 567-827) - they have Lancer fleets, CallCar UAN: ☎ +92 21 111 -092-021-Corolla Fleets and Smart Cabs UAN: ☎ +92 21 111 000-747.
   It’s easier to hire a car with driver. Pearl Radio Cab ☎ +92 21 4604465) charges Rs 1500 per day including fuel, if you’re staying in the city limits and travel less than 100 km. Walji’s ☎ +92 21 5660248; 13 Services Mess, Mereweather Rd) is recommended for self-drive cars. Prices are around Rs 2400 per day (without fuel; unlimited mileage).

   Report (0) (0)  |   12 years, 7 month(s) ago