Cochin (Kochi) - Fuel & LPG

Fuel:

There are no diesel or gasoline/petrol pumps at the marina, or anywhere else that is close to the water – and all fuel is handled in jerry cans.

Fuel in Cochin is available through the services of an agent who will bring the fuel in 240 gallons (1000 liters) drums alongside the yacht. The agent mark up is about 20 percent. Be aware that some agents will try and sell cheaper diesel but this is the local fishermen's diesel supply, which is mixed with kerosene.

For smaller quantities, getting the ferry across to the filling station (10 Rupee fare and a tuk tuk back 60 rupee fare) and filling jerry cans is the cheapest option. Note however that many Uber drivers now refuse to carry fuel. In fact, there are more and more taxis and Tuk-Tuks that simply don’t have the space to load jerry cans because that area in the trunk or boot is taken up with an LPG or CNG tank.

Alternatively, Nazar offers a fuel service and for a modest fee will drive you to the service station (to buy very clean diesel or petrol, and you can pay by credit card or cash) to fill up using your jerry cans or his jerry cans. For a flat commission of 12 rupees per liter, he will completely man-handle the cans and transfer the diesel into your tanks.

LPG / Gas:

Nazar can help with gas refills.