Question 1

What is the "Express Kidnapping via Unlicensed Taxi" scam in La Paz?

Accepted Answer

Tourists who hail unmarked taxis, especially at night, risk being driven to ATMs and forced to withdraw cash by the driver and waiting accomplices before being released. Only use marked radio taxis or app-based rides. Never get into an unregistered vehicle regardless of how official it looks.

Question 2

What is the "Rigged Taxi Meters" scam in La Paz?

Accepted Answer

Taxi drivers manipulate meters or claim they are broken and demand triple the standard fare. The risk is highest at El Alto airport and near tourist-heavy areas of Sopocachi. Use Easy Taxi app or radio taxis. Agree on a flat fare in Spanish before departure and confirm it is the total, not per person.

Taxi & Transport Scams in La Paz

Express Kidnapping via Unlicensed Taxi

Rigged Taxi Meters

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