Bargaining Tips Take your time. You don't have to rush into anything, including the back of a truck, taxi, or airplane. Make inquiries to find the average price. You look like you're willing to walk away. Offering a price half what the seller originally offers and working up from there is not always a good strategy.
Some sellers quote at ten times true value.
Such prices are often asked by hawkers who approach on the street with beads or jewelry. Aggressive sellers are usually looking for a sucker. Merchants are usually motivated to sell at the beginning and at the end of the day. Never fall for the age old bargaining scam of offering a fair price for the item, even if the price is very low. Once you have spoken, you have lost your advantage because you are now trying to buy from vendors rather than having to sell to you. avoid making purchases at congested tourist sites.