|
Could you expect any less from one of Durban's largest taxi cab companies?
Areas Serviced By Zippy Cabs
Our area of operation is within a 100-kilometer radius of Durban. This makes our Western boundary Pietermaritzburg, which includes areas like Westville, Pinetown, Kloof, Hillcrest, Assagay, Waterfall, and all other areas between Durban and Pietermarizburg.
To the South our services extend up to Illovo Beach. Between Durban and Illovo Beach, our taxi service therefore includes the Bluff, Durban International airport, Isipingo, Umbogintwini and Amanzimtoti.
Along the North Coast our taxis go as far as Tongaat. This area therefore covers places like La Lucia, Umhlanga Rocks and Umdloti.
back to top
Taxi Hire Services
Corporate account work
This is a service designed specifically for employers who regularly need to ensure that staff who work late or do shift work get home safely.
Our taxis will get them home quickly and safely, at a reasonable rate.
Companies can have a 30-day account (subject to strict payment on 30 days) and in certain circumstances discounts for early settlement can be negotiated.
Airport Shuttle Service
Passenger transfers between hotels or Bed and Breakfasts and the rail station, inter-city bus station and airport.
Bookings can be made in advance to ensure timeous collections and drop-offs as an additional guest service.
set rates can be negotiated and we can also open accounts for accommodation clients who would then bill the guest for the cost of transfer.
Hospital Transfers
This taxi service is available both for transfer between hospitals and medical institutions as well as on admission or discharge from hospital. Ideal for out of town cosmetic surgery patients who desire total privacy and discretion.
back to top
Taxi Hire Rates
Standard Rates
Rates are currently (as at 1 March 2005) Flag fall R4-60 (an initial once off) and the kilometer rate is R9-00 per kilometer.
The industry has only had 3 price increases in the last 10 years (Rates in Cape Town are up to R10-00 per kilometer).
Fares are calculated per vehicle carrying a maximum of 4 passengers. Rates are per vehicle, not per customer i.e. the cost would be the same for 1 passenger or 4.
Tipping is at the customer's discretion - in return for prompt and friendly service.
Please be sure to enquire about our current rates at the time of booking your taxi, as these are subject to change.
Discounted Rates
Physically Disabled persons 15% off the meter cost
Students - set rates from the Howard College (Durban Campus) Westville (Westville campus) and Steve Biko Campus (Mansfield Road) to town, beachfront, Durban station, Durban International Airport and between the various campus and residences.
Pensioners 15% off the metered rate.
Customers who use a taxi on a regular basis - to work every day - can also negotiate a special fixed rate.
back to top
|