Goa - Taxi contacts (1 Viewer)

Barred Wobbler

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• Nov 6, 2014

• #1

I'm off to Goa early in the New Year, staying in Candolim, just south of Baga, so I'll be about 4 to 5 miles away from the famous birder hangouts at Baga such as the Riverside Regency and the Marinha Dourada.

I understand that some taxi drivers gave a good reputation for bird-finding trips, while some others may make the same claims, but aren't actually in the same league.

I've heard several names of drivers mentioned, both in reports and in conversation with people who have used them in recent years (but unfortunately didn't keep contact details) and I'm wondering if anyone here can give me contact details of good drivers for use when I'm out there and have my day-to-day itinerary more settled.

Thanks in advance for any help.

 

temmie

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• Nov 6, 2014

• #2

I hired Mahesh in 2009. He is a birder / driver and highly recommended. His info can be found here: http://billbaston.com/Goa2007_Intro.html
I would call him in advance to see if he is still in business and if he is available.

 

Deb335077

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• Nov 10, 2014

• #3

Hi,
We were in Goa last November and used 2 drivers called Santosh and another called Raymond both could be found around the Biera Mar hotel (along with other taxis) both were very good for locating the birds. The only contact detail I have is for Santosh which is (+91) 9881180424. or by email [email protected]
I believe Santosh gets quite busy so you would be as well contacting him before you go. His rates are very reasonable and will give you a price before you go, he is also reliable for early morning pick ups (if you choose). Bondla is the furthest away but well worth the trip as he found us the oriental dwarf kingfisher & the Malabar trogen. Hope this helps either way Goa is just the best for birds. Feel free to PM me if you would like any further info that I can help you with
Debbie

 

Barred Wobbler

Well-known member

• Nov 10, 2014

• #4

Thanks folks.

 

Jeanie

Jeanie with one n.

• Nov 19, 2014

• #5

The number for Raymond is 00919922271840. He is a great guide.

 

Barred Wobbler

Well-known member

• Nov 19, 2014

• #6

Thanks Jeanie.

He's the one some people I know used a few years ago, but they didn't have his number.

 

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cheshirebirder

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• Nov 19, 2014

• #7

Can recommend Santosh. We used him both years we visited.

 

C

cheshirebirder

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• Nov 19, 2014

• #8

Can recommend Santosh. We used him both years we visited.

 

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sneil

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• Nov 22, 2014

• #9

Jeanie said:

The number for Raymond is 00919922271840. He is a great guide.

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Another vote for 'Raymond'.......he will also go by name of 'Rayman' (that's what's on his card), and real name Rama M. Govekar.....all same chap: do have his e-mail if required.

 

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sneil

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• Nov 22, 2014

• #10

....found it.....e-mail

[email protected]