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Shared taxis are popular amongst more impoverished communities. They operate along predetermined roads where the drivers have to follow a route. There is potential for violence along some of these routes due to rivalry between taxi companies, and armed violence cannot be ruled out. Shared taxis should be avoided as they present an increased risk to your personal safety. Uber is active in Colombia and for the most part, is considered a safer alternative to taxis. However, driving standards are minimal, and the amount of due diligence carried out on the drivers is lacking. Read our article Are rideshare services safe? to learn more about the risks involved when boarding a rideshare vehicle.