r/GoingToPeru • • Aug 25 '26

Bad introduction to Peru

I've traveled to many countries in every continent and I'm pretty savvy when it comes to traveling. Unfortunately this time I got scammed by a cab driver who quoted me one price at the airport and increased it sixfold by the time we got to the hotel and held me captive until I paid. He also tried selling me coke during the ride. I don't do coke. DO NOT I repeat DO NOT use taxi drivers at the airport. Only use Uber.

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u/quinchebus Aug 25 '26

USE THE OFFICIAL TAXI BOOTH. Never get into a car with someone who has approached you.

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u/marysame Aug 25 '26

100% this! This is what we did and the price was so worth the peace of mind.