Northwest Kiteboarding
Forum | Classifieds | Lost & Found | CGKA | Industry | Sensors | Forecast | Spots | Seattle | Decals | RSS | Facebook

Events | Photos | Search | Register | Profile | Log in to check your messages | Log in 

Taxi from Fortaleza

 
Post new topic   Reply to topic    Northwest Kiteboarding -> Gorge / Portland / Oregon Coast
previous topic :: next topic  
Author Message
green turtle kiter

Since 11 Jul 2009
48 Posts

 



PostFri Dec 16, 11 6:20 pm    Taxi from Fortaleza Reply with quote

Going to Taiba this weekend. Flying into Fortaleza. Taking a family of six. What is the best way to go? Rent a van? Taxis?

Best place to exchange dollars to real?

Thanks

View user's profile Send private message
nickdward

Since 11 Aug 2008
130 Posts
Seattle
Stoked



PostFri Dec 16, 11 7:06 pm     Reply with quote

Use your credit card to take out cash at the ATM in Fortaleza....just make sure nothing looks suspicous about the ATM (like a hidden camera). You'll get ripped off on the exchange rate if you exchange dollars for Real at any airport, US or BR.

Not sure about taxis to taiba, but if you have a pousada already figured out, try asking the owner to arrange a ride. They can usually get a local driver to pick you up for half the price of a taxi at the airport. You can also take the bus for cheap.

_________________
"all I need are some tasty waves, a cool buzz, and I'm fine."
My Blog: http://straplesskitesurf.blogspot.com/

View user's profile Send private message
green turtle kiter

Since 11 Jul 2009
48 Posts

 



PostSun Jan 01, 12 9:00 am    Post trip tips for others Reply with quote

Just returned. Best kiting ever. Steady and consistent wind. Perfect water temperature. Great waves. Fantastic food.

Do not rent a car. Get a taxi. Fortaleza to taiba in a sprinter van was 200 reals. About $120.

Rent a dune buggy. A must for getting around the beach, getting grocery, and exploring the sand dunes.

Get a local cook. Cheap and great source of culinary pleasure.

Getting a visa is a pain, but it is good for ten years. Get started early.

View user's profile Send private message
Nak

Since 19 May 2005
4304 Posts
Camas
Site Lackey

CGKA Member


PostSun Jan 01, 12 9:07 am     Reply with quote

Thanks! But you know, we really need some pics... Very Happy

View user's profile Send private message
Bettyboarder

Since 18 Mar 2005
1823 Posts
PDX/ White Salmon
XTreme Poster



PostSun Jan 01, 12 9:43 am     Reply with quote

Nak wrote:
Thanks! But you know, we really need some pics... Very Happy


Very Happy

_________________
Join the CGKA! Membership is only $10! Sign up at http://cgka.net/become-a-member/

View user's profile Send private message
Post new topic   Reply to topic    Northwest Kiteboarding -> Gorge / Portland / Oregon Coast All times are GMT - 8 Hours
Page 1 of 1

 
Jump to:  
You cannot post new topics in this forum
You cannot reply to topics in this forum
You cannot edit your posts in this forum
You cannot delete your posts in this forum
You cannot vote in polls in this forum
You can attach files in this forum
You can download files in this forum