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Taxi & Transport Scams in Florianópolis, Brazil
Overcharging, meter tampering, fake taxis, and transport cons targeting tourists. Below are the taxi & transport scams reported in Florianópolis — how they work and how to avoid them.
For broader context, compare this scam type with nearby destinations like Buenos Aires, Lima, and Cusco.
Last updated: April 2, 2026
1
Taxi & Transport Scams
10
Total in Florianópolis
How it works
Unofficial drivers position themselves between arriving passengers and the legitimate Uber pickup zone at Florianópolis Airport, claiming to be the requested Uber while the real driver waits elsewhere. Passengers are driven in non-metered vehicles and charged inflated rates.
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10 total warnings across all categories