Go across the tunnel connecting you to Botafogo and reach the Flamengo Reclaim , one of the biggest urban parks in the world. Many locals move around on two wheels, sharing lanes with bladers and joggers. You may rent a bike at Ipanema Beach on Sundays. And hard to miss, too - all taxis are bright yellow, blue stripe on the sides. Yellow taxis run by the meter.
Some taxis are air-conditioned at no extra charge.
They are illegal, and probably mean the driver is trying to take advantage of you. Hail the next cab. We've heard of taxis trying to pull this dirty trick right out a couple of 5-star hotels, the bus station, domestic airport and even a major mall in Botafogo . Cars are bigger and usually air-conditioned. Call one of the companies providing this kind of service and tell them where to pick you up, where to drop you off, and at what time.