Book Kerala Taxi at Discount Fare
Hiring a taxi is an important aspect of any travel experience because the dependability and skills of the drivers may make your vacation unforgettable. This is why we offer the best and most affordable cab booking services. Srees Tours & Travels delivers a prompt service to our visitors visiting Kerala with friends, family, or wives. All of our tourist vehicles are well-maintained and driven by qualified drivers who typically know English, Hindi, and Tamil. If you are traveling from the Middle East, we may arrange for an Arabic-speaking driver for you.
We offer a cab service that includes a guide to provide information about various tourist destinations. He is someone who is familiar with the local area, language, culture, and sites so that our guests have no problems throughout their visit to Kerala.
Essential Guidelines for Booking a Taxi in Kerala
Before booking a taxi from any operator, we strongly advise you to consider the following things. It will assist you in finding the best and safest cab for your ride.
- Book a taxi from a reputable tour organizer or taxi operator.
- Please keep in mind that taxi charges in Kerala are slightly higher than in other states since travel taxi operators provide substantial salaries to their drivers to ensure their well-being.
- If you need to arrange a taxi after arriving at the airport or railway station, do not do it with a person standing outside. Most airports and railway stations have prepaid taxi counters. It is because all prepaid taxi operators are registered with the relevant authorities, who ensure the operators’ safety and reliability.
- Do not take or use a car with a private board since hiring a certified taxi ensures third-party insurance. If you utilize a private car, you may be unable to seek damages.
How to Get a Cheap Taxi?
The price of a taxi is an important consideration when hiring one from an operator. As we all know, there are no inexpensive taxis accessible, and you must pay for the kilometers traveled. However, we can absolutely help you reduce your Kerala travel expenses by discussing a few key ideas listed below. Again, don’t just choose for the cheapest taxi; consider the security and reliability as well. Here are a few suggestions that will help you save money while hiring a taxi.
#1 Book Package Taxi (One taxi for the entire trip)
If you have already planned your trip and have everything organized, this is the finest and cheapest option in Kerala. In this option, a specific fixed cost each day will be charged, with predefined minimum kilometers available to the guest. For example, consider an Indica AC automobile priced at Rs 1600 with a daily mileage of 150 km. If you take approximately 6 days, you must pay 1600 x 6, with a maximum distance of 900 kilometers. However, you will not receive a refund if you utilize this cab for only 700/800 kilometers. When making a transaction, make sure that all sides agree on all criteria, verbally or in writing, so that there is no controversy at the end of the journey. The main advantage of this choice is that you will have one taxi driver for the entire trip. If he speaks multiple languages and is knowledgeable in local culture, your trip to Kerala will be unforgettable.
#2 Local Taxi Transfers: From One Destination to Another
Some guests believe that transferring from one location to another, such as Kochi to Munnar and Munnat to Thekkedy, is less expensive. However, in this situation, the guest will pay more than if they took a package taxi. The biggest downside of this approach is that you must pay return charges. Furthermore, many taxi drivers simply provide transports and have limited knowledge of local tourist spots.
#3 Kerala Return Taxi
Some agencies operate this, although it is not extensively used in Kerala. After dropping off a guest at an airport or railway station, the cab must return to its original location. For example, if a taxi took a six-day package that began in Kochi and ended in Trivandrum, the vehicle must return to Kochi after dropping off the guest in Trivandrum. This taxi is available for approximately 50% discount from Trivandrum to Kochi. Please check our return taxi link.
Rent a Car or Self driving car
Those looking for a rental car facility in Kerala should be aware that renting a car to arriving tourists is not permitted by law. Though some organizations operate in Kochi and Trivandrum, they primarily provide cars to well-known individuals. Some of the guests traveling from nearby states are driving their own vehicles. Those seeking for this service should ensure that their vehicle has GPS capabilities. In Kerala, there are no signboards, therefore one must seek local assistance to determine the exact path.
Kerala Taxi Risk Factors
The majority of guests choose to hire a cheap taxi through online portals or single-owner taxis. However, they have no idea what the risks are when they book a cab through an unknown service or internet site. The following are the major risk considerations when booking a cab in Kerala.
#1 Strike
Hartals (strikes) are extremely common in Kerala. When a political party organizes a strike for the day, even tourist vehicles are not permitted to drive on the roads. There have been reports of tourist taxis being targeted by striking political outfits. If you hire a taxi with a single driver or an unknown agency, the driver will not drive, regardless of the cause. However, when they hire a taxi with a reputable agency such as Srees Tours, the firm will provide the best possible assistance in driving the car and dropping them off at their location. This is especially critical if the strike occurs on the day the guest needs to be dropped off at the airport. Our agency does not charge any additional fees.
#2 Accidents / Breakdowns
Driving in Kerala is always risky because the state lacks decent highways, unlike other states. In the event of an accident or vehicle breakdown during the tour, Srees Tours would promptly make alternative arrangements with local help. We had previously experienced this, and our rapid steps ensure that the guest does not encounter any complications. When a guest chooses to book a taxi with an unauthorized or solo taxi owner, they will not receive the same level of attention and assistance.
#3 Documentation
Guests who hire only taxis should check that the taxis they book have appropriate documents. The following are the minimum requirements for an authorized cab.
- The vehicle should have yellow number plate.
- The driver should have uniforms.
- The vehicle should have paid the taxes before due dates.
- The vehicle should have completed yearly testing.
- Check insurance, original registration papers and driver license before starting the trip.
If the cab fails to meet the aforementioned requirements, it will be denied an interstate permit, resulting in a ruined vacation.
Explore Taxi Types and Tariffs in Kerala
A cottage house experience is strongly recommended all year in Kerala, with the exception of the rainy season. The monsoon season in Kerala runs from June to August. July is likely to bring significant rain. We recommend avoiding staying in such a house during these times because getting to these areas is challenging.
Kerala Taxi Rates | |||||
| Type of Vehicle | Seating Capacity | Rate Per Day | Per Day Km Allowed | Rate for Additional Kms | Inclusions |
| AC Indica | 2 + 1 | 1700 | 125 | @ Rs 12 | Driver Night Bata, Toll, Parking, Fuel Expenses |
| AC Indigo | 2 + 1 | 1700 | 100 | @ Rs 12 | Driver Night Bata, Toll, Parking, Fuel Expenses |
| AC Logan / Verito / Etios | 2 + 1 | 1700 | 100 | @ Rs 12 | Driver Night Bata, Toll, Parking, Fuel Expenses |
| AC Tavera | 7 | 1800 | 100 | @ Rs 14 | Driver Night Bata, Toll, Parking, Fuel Expenses |
| AC Innova | 6 | 2000 | 100 | @ Rs 16 | Driver Night Bata, Toll, Parking, Fuel Expenses |
| AC Mahindra Xylo | 7 | 1900 | 100 | @ Rs 15 | Driver Night Bata, Toll, Parking, Fuel Expenses |
| AC Force Tempo Traveller | 12 + 1 | 2750 | 80 | @ Rs 17 | Driver Night Bata, Toll, Parking, Fuel Expenses |
| AC Force Tempo Traveller | 16 + 1 | 3000 | 80 | @ Rs 18 | Driver Night Bata, Toll, Parking, Fuel Expenses |
| AC Force Tempo Traveller | 26 + 1 | 5000 | 80 | @ Rs 25 | Driver Night Bata, Toll, Parking, Fuel Expenses |
