Nana
Student favouriteAuto rickshaw driver. Recommended by Iyengar students. Speaks English; reliable and punctual if a booking time is confirmed. Metered rates.
Getting around Pune
Auto Rickshaws
The best and most economical way to get around Pune is via Rickshaw which can be booked through the Uber app. (Install the app before arriving in India). It is recommended you schedule your ride this way as there is accountability and tracking available. When the Rickshaw arrives, the driver will ask for the PIN code from your phone. He cannot start the ride until he enters this code. Always look at the license plate first to verify your ride.
If you choose to street hail a rickshaw, always make sure the driver starts the meter. Do not accept a ride from a driver who asks for money first. Wait for another rickshaw.
Tipping is not necessary. If using Uber, you can tip in the app. See more on tipping below.
Auto rickshaw drivers Nana and Amin are recommended by Iyengar students. They speak English and are reliable and punctual if a booking time is confirmed. If the time is not confirmed and you are told to call "when you are ready" be aware they may not be available when you call. They can also arrange for airport transfers from Pune airport and take you to unfamiliar locations in Pune, and wait while you sightsee, shop, etc. Both drivers charge metered rates.
Amin
Student favouriteCall +91 9604933059Call 9561254020
Auto rickshaw driver. Recommended by Iyengar students. Speaks English; reliable and punctual if a booking time is confirmed. Metered rates.
“Amin is not just a driver. He is a wonderful person full of stories! He is our friend — my daughter and my husband loved him!”
— a student
Alternatively call (via cell phone) the place you wish to visit and have someone there give directions to your driver.
Another alternative is to print out the address of your destination and give it to the driver, but this is less reliable as not all drivers read or speak English.
Mr. Jawahar Shevate – Yashwant Tourist Service
Call +91 20-276-62850Call 94223-52578Call 97637-64024
Another reliable driver, operates Yashwant Tourist Service.
Bhibishan Landge
Autorickshaw driver for visitors. Reliable, trustworthy & a WhatsApp user. English is limited but he's trying hard to learn. He's always on time and has delivered me quickly and safely to PYC Hindu Gymkhana & RIMYI for Prashantji's sessions.
Taxis
Ola cabs
Ola cabs are a great way to get around town and affordable.
Uber
You can also use Uber to schedule a traditional car. Be sure to install the Uber app before you arrive in India. If a ride is more than half an hour or requires going on the highway, a car is preferable to a rickshaw. No dust, reduced noise and pleasant travelling in an AC car, when it's unbearably hot outside.
“Yes! Uber is very convenient in Pune (and other cities). I already had the app installed on my iPhone in the US and was able use it, no problems, in India.”
— Nancy Witters
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