rolandmueller Posted February 24, 2014 Share Posted February 24, 2014 I just came back from the very beautiful island Koh Chang and moved to Chian Mai right now. As I hired already many bikes here in Thailand, but I was surprised by the quality and serviceI I got from a Shop on the V J Plaza on Koh Chang. The bikes there are just in exellent condition. I rented a scooter there for 12 day's and just can recommend this shop. Just go to the village chai chet and go into the Plaza between thew V market and the siam commercial bank. The shop is on the right hand side (can't miss the yellow big sign) There also I rentent a bike just with the copy of my passport. roland Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momtaz Posted February 24, 2014 Share Posted February 24, 2014 Hi Roland Thank you for this shared idea, I am considering to go there next week, and my first time too, any recommondation for a nice quiet hotel? also I heard about a fishing village where the trourists can do the fishing, but I dont know any details about this, But to rent a bike or car is certain, how the island is big over there? is it enought to do the touring by just a motorbike? or a car is better? any additional advises will be appreciated, Regards Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alfalfa19 Posted February 24, 2014 Share Posted February 24, 2014 Thanks for the tip. Always nice to hear of an honest and good merchant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alfalfa19 Posted February 24, 2014 Share Posted February 24, 2014 Hi Roland Thank you for this shared idea, I am considering to go there next week, and my first time too, any recommondation for a nice quiet hotel? also I heard about a fishing village where the trourists can do the fishing, but I dont know any details about this, But to rent a bike or car is certain, how the island is big over there? is it enought to do the touring by just a motorbike? or a car is better? any additional advises will be appreciated, Regards It's been about 4 years since I visited KC, but I stayed at a quite nice hotel at white sand beach, name of Plaloma lodge. It was reasonable cost, very clean, and close to the beach and to the shops, etc. One thing you should really do is the half day snorkeling trip, to see some pristine waters, lots of coral and fish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laslo Posted February 25, 2014 Share Posted February 25, 2014 Hi Roland Thank you for this shared idea, I am considering to go there next week, and my first time too, any recommondation for a nice quiet hotel? also I heard about a fishing village where the trourists can do the fishing, but I dont know any details about this, But to rent a bike or car is certain, how the island is big over there? is it enought to do the touring by just a motorbike? or a car is better? any additional advises will be appreciated, Regards Hi all....just read the post this morning and was in the VJ Plaza...I leased a scooter there...top....can just confirm. The guy also offers some boat trip with the "kontiki" that is maybe what you are looking for? regards Laslo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rolandmueller Posted February 26, 2014 Author Share Posted February 26, 2014 (edited) Hi Roland Thank you for this shared idea, I am considering to go there next week, and my first time too, any recommondation for a nice quiet hotel? also I heard about a fishing village where the trourists can do the fishing, but I dont know any details about this, But to rent a bike or car is certain, how the island is big over there? is it enought to do the touring by just a motorbike? or a car is better? any additional advises will be appreciated, Regards Hi momtaz, It is just a good idea to visit Koh Chang as it's a real beautiful spot. I would advise advice you to go to Georg (I guess he's from Switzerland)...that is the guy I rented the bike on the island and he is really very helpful. He also managed me a affordable Guesthouse there. I am sure he can help you out. Please send my regards to Georg when you are going there.... He's phone is: 088 862 84 60 just in case you like to call him.......... The island is quite large about 30km and 15km wide. Everybody on Koh Chang just lease scooters as it's very convenient to travel around there. Cars are quite expensive there and not easy to find. I wish you a great time on the island... you will love it.... Best regards Roland Edited February 27, 2014 by Rimmer Please DO NOT post in non standard fonts thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momtaz Posted March 2, 2014 Share Posted March 2, 2014 Guys, thank you very much for all your advises, recommdations, all appreciated ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrtoad Posted March 2, 2014 Share Posted March 2, 2014 Motorbikes on Koh Chang for anyone who is not an experienced rider are a potential death trap. The roads are quite challenging. If you've never ridden before don't Countless accidents, and numerous deaths. Not trying to scaremonger, I live here so be careful. Between Whitesands and Kae Bae the road is ok, as it is generally flat either side of those places, it becomes hilly and very windy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Razzler1973 Posted March 3, 2014 Share Posted March 3, 2014 Hmmmm ... two new members posting recommending a place ... feels a little like an advert .... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrtoad Posted March 3, 2014 Share Posted March 3, 2014 Hmmmm ... two new members posting recommending a place ... feels a little like an advert .... It does have that sort of feeling. Not sure what the place is like for bike hire, will check it out. There are literally hundreds of places renting bikes on the island, some good and some awful. I'm not a bike rider myself, but certainly know plenty of people in that area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rolandmueller Posted March 3, 2014 Author Share Posted March 3, 2014 Motorbikes on Koh Chang for anyone who is not an experienced rider are a potential death trap. The roads are quite challenging. If you've never ridden before don't Countless accidents, and numerous deaths. Not trying to scaremonger, I live here so be careful. Between Whitesands and Kae Bae the road is ok, as it is generally flat either side of those places, it becomes hilly and very windy. Absolutely right mrtoad it's really not for unexperienced drivers.... so to all .....be careful Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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