7 Travel Hacks in Kochi
- 13 Jul 2015
- Maria John
- Features
Awesome things about transport in Kochi
We complain about the traffic, the heat and the noise. We walk in fear of six wheeled red monster, nimble bikes and camouflaged potholes. But us Kochiites will always find the silver lining in the dark cloud. Here are 7 awesome things about transport in Kochi which makes a pretty cool city to live in.
1. WiFi in buses
Stay connected in the latest city KURTC (Kerala Urban Road Transport Corporation) Volvo buses and other private ones that travel long distance. So hi-fi Kochi!
http://www.ksrtcblog.com/category/kurtc
2. Travel for Rs.4
You heard us right. Kochi is blessed with an incredible landscape and an extensive water transport network. Boats ply the waters of Kochi for as low as Rs.4! Not only does it get you placess, but also gives you an incredible view of the city, ships, migratory birds and heritage buildings. The city has a single ticket a day hop-on hop-off services that lets you travel any number of times on puchase. Kochi also has air conditioned boats for those who cant handle our rather fantastic weather and a specially designed Biennale boat.
http://www.hoponhopoffkerala.com/
3. Great Races
No, we are not talking about the daily occurrence with the red monsters, but Kochi is part of the annual Rickshaw Run organized by tuk-tuk enthusiasts from around the world. The exciting race which goes across the country is flagged off from Fort Kochi and is a sight to see with its customized eye catching auto rickshaws.
http://www.theadventurists.com/rickshaw-run/
4. Kochi from the sky
Drink in the stunning verdant view of Kochi from the sky. Helicopter tours are available for leisure or business that will make you see Kochi like never before.
http://www.helitoursindia.com/
5. Ride on Demand
Kochi is keeping up with the times with an influx of radio taxi services. Your ride will be there within ten minutes of request and take you anywhere within the city in comfort, safety and ease. Track friends' or your journey through your smartphone and don't worry about haggling for the fare. There are ladies only taxis available too.
http://wtzup.in/kochi/features/uber--your-lifesaver-in-kochi
6. India's first
Kochi was the launchpad for India's first air conditioned DEMU (Diesel Electric Multiple Unit) in June 2015. It joins the many city trains that connect the rest of Kerala to Kochi through the North(Town) and South (Junction) station.
7. Urban Travel
The Komet from the Kochi Metro Rail is going to change the face of the city. The work for a metro of global standards which will connect urban Kochi is progressing at a fast pace. 2017 is going to be exciting.
http://kochimetro.org/
