No increase in water taxi fares – MARAD to passengers

…warns boat operators of unscrupulous behavior

The Maritime Administration Department (MARAD) on Wednesday said that it has received reports of boat operators demanding an extra $100 on passengers’ fares.
However, the maritime body has made it pellucid that there was no increase in water taxi services’ fares. According to MARAD, passengers travelling between Georgetown and Vreed-en-Hoop via water taxis are advised that there is no increase in the fare for this route.
“MARAD wishes to advise the general public that the fare for water taxis operating in the following areas remains the same, that is: Georgetown to Vreed-en-Hoop – -$100, Parika to Supenaam – $1300, Parika to Wakenaam – $1000, Parika to Leguan – $500 and Parika to Bartica – $2500.”
Boat operators were also warned that disciplinary action will be taken against them if they choose to demand increased fares. “Passengers are also encouraged to report any boat operator who continues to act in contravention of this notice,” MARAD stated.