How much does it cost to hire a taxi or minivan with driver for a private trip from Batumi, and what should you know about payment?
Based on 1 discussion with 3 participants · Last activity: 4 days ago
TL;DR
A private minivan with driver from Batumi typically costs around 400 GEL, and renting a minivan without a driver can be in a similar price range. If using a taxi with waiting time, agree on it before the trip, carry small cash, and allow for small extra fees such as 2 GEL for parking in some places.
What the community said
A private minivan with driver for a trip from Batumi is quoted at about 400 GEL. Travelers suggest looking for these vehicles along Batumi Boulevard.
4 days ago about 400 GEL, Batumi Boulevard
Renting the minivan itself without a driver may cost roughly the same as hiring one with a driver, with an estimated price of around 400 GEL.
4 days ago about 400 GEL
If you need a taxi driver to wait for about 40 minutes at your stop, agree on that before starting the ride rather than during the trip.
4 days ago 40-minute wait
At some stops you may need a small extra parking payment — one traveler mentioned a 2 GEL fee near a parking area by a cafe.
4 days ago 2 GEL parking fee
It is better to carry small cash for taxis, since paying with a 200 GEL note may be inconvenient and drivers may not have change.
4 days ago 200 GEL banknote