Carrefour Ouest, Haiti Travel Guide
Haiti, including Carrefour, does not have metros, buses, or trams. The main modes of public transportation are tap-taps and shared taxis. These are frequently old, crowded, and rather than well-maintained.
Tap-taps are colorfully decorated shared minibuses or pick-up trucks. These are most common and cheapest form of public transport. Shared taxis are regular cars that operate on shared routes, picking up multiple passengers.
No official route maps exist. They operate on semi-fixed routes, originating from or passing through major intersections, market areas, plus retail zones.
Fares are very low, typically 25-100 HTG (US$0.20-US$0.80) within Carrefour or to Port-au-Prince. Confirm fare before boarding.
Operate mainly during daylight hours. Services become scarce and unreliable after dark. Avoid night travel.
Unmarked taxis are risky.
Avoid public transport after dark.
Keep valuables out of sight.
Services are inconsistent.
Taxis present a more direct, but often more expensive, option. Ride-sharing apps are not reliably available.
Agencies are available (Hertz, Avis). Requires IDP, passport, credit card.
Very limited and rather than recommended due to high accident rates and security concerns.
Bicycle sharing/rentals are not available. No special-purpose vehicles like tuk-tuks.
Walking and cycling are generally not recommended for tourists in Carrefour.
Due to widespread gang activity, many areas are "no-go" zones.
Rely on local intelligence.
Significant risks for pedestrians in unsecure areas.
Use trusted local guide.
Increased security risks for walking or cycling at night.
Avoid after-dark travel on foot.
Always use pre-arranged, trusted transit services when moving within Carrefour and the broader Port-au-Prince area.
Avoid public transportation and walking in unfamiliar or high-risk areas, particularly at night.
