MARAD says no hike in water taxis fares

The Maritime Administration Department (MARAD) yesterday said that there is no hike in the fare on water taxis plying the Georgetown to Vreed-en-Hoop route.

In a statement, MARAD said it had noted that some operators are requesting more than the approved fare of $100. It said that this must stop immediately.

It reminded that the following fares also remain in effect:

Parika/Supenaam            $1,300

Parika/Wakenaam           $1,000

Parika/Leguan                   $  500

Parika/Bartica                    $2,500