How to deal with the local transportation challenges in Goa

Goa is unarguably India’s most favorite beach destination and is so popular among tourists that at any given point in time, it is always packed. However, here’s a catch. With increased tourism, you would expect improved infrastructure, especially, when it comes to mobility. Unfortunately, that hasn’t been the case with Goa. The local transportation challenges in Goa continue to be the way it was even a decade ago. Not to say that there aren’t local transport services, but they have their limitations.

Though we tend to collectively consider Goa as a single destination, it is essentially a state, albeit a small one, with many small cities and towns, connected by roads. But these places are mostly far off from each other, leaving no choice for travelers but to avail of public transport. As ironic as it may be, the less developed local transportation system in Goa is its biggest infrastructural challenge, which in turn, affects the tourists and travelers.

There are, of course, autos and buses, but they are time-consuming, lesser in number, hence, not so efficient. As far as Goa taxi service is concerned, there is a severe monopoly of local players. New entrants like app-based services face severe resistance from the local taxi unions, like frequent strikes. The local taxi unions in Goa have a very strong hold on the cab service industry, which means, the exorbitant fares they charge are not countered by others. This gets higher during peak travel season, making it a huge hassle for tourists. And because there is no stringent competition with other cab services, travelers have no choice but to resort to the high fares and whims of local cabs. Even if people somehow manage to avail of the local taxi services, as a last resort, the quality of service and the extortionary fares only make it worse.

Now, the question remains, what can travelers do to navigate these mobility challenges in Goa and have a smooth, comfortable vacation time?

A comfortable vacation with Savaari

Although there are these hindrances, there are solutions too. It’s just about finding the right one. For instance, there are private cab services that work in parallel with the local taxis. Take Savaari Car Rental, for instance, a private chauffeur-driven taxi service, operates in the state with an aim to make Goa an accessible destination and address different mobility issues of tourists.

Savaari boasts a huge fleet of cars and affiliates with a wide network of local cab drivers within Goa, which makes operating amid the competitive transport landscape much easier. Their service quality in Goa has been ranked high by users over the years, making it one of the most high-rated cab services on Google search. Operating for more than 15 years across 2000 cities and towns in India (and still counting), Savaari services more than 15 lakh routes today. As per customer feedback, their service quality also meets travelers’ needs. With comfortable, hygienic vehicles, driven by courteous and experienced chauffeurs, traveling with Savaari seems like a good alternative to local transport in Goa.

Not only do they ensure quality cab service, but the fares are extremely affordable and reasonable. You won’t have to worry about unfair hikes. The service works on a pre-paid, get-what-you-pay-for model, so no more surprises after the end of the trip. You can choose from various local, full-day Goa car rental options like 8hr/80km and 12hr/120km from their website and you will be served by 24-hour customer support, in case you face any issues during or after booking.

Vacationing in a scenic locale like Goa should feel relaxing and comforting, and Savaari just ensures that with its convenient and comfortable cab services, so you can enjoy your holiday without any worry.

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