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Taxis in Nadi, Fiji

I photographed this Taxi stand and office from the bus heading out to Denarau Marina to catch the boat out to our island resort.

Most people in Fiji do not own a car, so taxis are plentiful and fares are reasonable. For instance, FJ$3 will take you just about anywhere in the average town or city. Urban taxis have meters, with a flag at $1.00 and $1.50 after 10.00pm. But you will find smaller towns and rural area taxis use a fixed price system and almost everyone can tell you the price to local destinations.

For long trips, bargain with the driver. Often he'll reduce the fare if you allow him to pick up other passengers going the same way. Some taxis can also be hired by the day or half day for a fixed price, often the equivalent of a rental car.

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