Chiang Mai Transportation and transfer guide
There are several modes of both public and private transportation available
to ensure your convenience when it comes to getting around Chiang Mai.
They are as follows :
Currently, there are about 30 rental businesses operating in the city
of Chiang Mai. cars, vans, motorcycles, and bicycles are available for
hire at most of these rentals.
Insurance for cars is available at the majority of rental businesses.
Before renting it is wise to obtain the infotmation regarding costs and
claims, should any damage be done to the vehicle while it is in your care.
This is especially true if you are planning to take the vehicle on a long
trip.
Vehicles are rented for a time period, with no limit put on the mileage.
The only conditions are that you pay for the gas the vehicle uses and
return it safely and on time. Most businesses will also require that you
deposit your passport as a guarantee of the punctual and safe return of
the vehicle.
Needless to say, you should have a driver's license, international or
from your home country, and a clear  understanding
of the rules of the road before renting a vehicle. Because of the variety
of vehicles that use the roads, Chiang Mai traffic is quit unlike that
of anywhere else. It may take a lot of getting used to, and it may be
a good idea to firsr observe the traffic from the passenger's point of
view before taking over at the wheel.
Besides rentals, another way of getting around the city is through the
use of public transportation. Silors (Songtaews), or pickups that have
been converted into mini-buses; tuk tuks, or motorized three - wheel taxis
samlors, or pedal trishaws and buses (at last a familiar name!) are all
available public transportation. These are numerous and can be found everywhere
in the city.
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