What is the problem with taxis in Cancun?
Many visitors begin to wonder if there are safe taxis in Cancun. This is because the local authorities in Quintana Roo have protected the legal entry of the Uber service in Cancun. In response, the dissatisfaction of the Cancun taxi associations has been actively manifested.
The conflict has escalated to the physical manifestations of the taxi drivers preventing the operation of Uber in Cancun. What to do in Cancun Check with us.
How to avoid problems with taxis in Cancun?
The best solution to not see yourself in the middle of a discussion between taxi drivers is to use other transportation options for your vacation activities in Cancun.
Check with your travel agency in Cancun what transportation options it recommends taking into account the location of your hotel and the activities you are going to do when you go outside.
Alternatives to using a taxi in Cancun
These are the 3 most common reasons why you might need a taxi service in Cancun:
Transportation airport – hotel – airport
The best option for space, comfort and the price will always be to hire the private transportation company that your travel agency recommends. If you travel in a group you will have more space and comfort. If you come as a couple and do not bring a lot of luggage, you can venture to use the ADO bus that goes from the Cancun airport to downtown.
From there use public transport to get to your hotel. For this last option, you need to locate your hotel on Google Maps or your favorite map app so you know where to get off. Even if you use taxis in Cancun, be sure to have your map app with you to avoid abuse and share your location with your parents.
Taking a tour
If you hire a tour agency in Cancun, the most likely thing is that the activities already include roundtrip transportation from your hotel or meeting point. Some activities depart from meeting points within the hotel zone and you will only need to walk a few blocks. Always check the locations in your favorite map app. Be punctual to the meeting time.
At Extreme Adventuring Cancun Eco Park, all our tours include roundtrip transportation.
Visit downtown Cancun or its beaches
If you like to explore the towns and cities you visit, and don’t like to wait you could use taxis in Cancun. But, if you are not impatient then you can make your trip easier using public transport, it is very easy to get in and out of the hotel zone in those red buses specialized in that route (Route 1 and Route 2). Once in the city, you can easily guide yourself with the maps, Cancun is not that big so you won’t have any problems. Public transport buses are in operation all day, so they will always be available.
Finally, you could avoid all the transportation situations by renting a car. That’s a good option if you like to explore every place you visit. The great tool you need to explore Cancun by yourself is in your hands. Use your favorite map app and take your trip in your hands.
