We think it’s really worth renting a bike in Vang Vieng. You hardly spend any money, do something good for the environment and can explore the surroundings in peace and quiet. Since there are some bike rentals in Vang Vieng, you should also have no problem finding a suitable shop. Just have a look around the town center and you should find a bike rental immediately. You can also ask for help in your hotel. In most hotels it should be possible to rent a bike without any problems. And if not, the staff will point you in the right direction.
What to expect from the rental bikes
At most bike rentals you won’t find any special bikes. Usually there are only a few older bikes. However, these are fully functional. At some rentals we also saw decent mountain bikes. So, if you look a bit around, you can definitely rent good bikes. You should just assume that you’ll have to search a little longer, since the good bikes are of course very popular. Especially in the high season it can happen that the best bicycles are already rented out. It’s worth getting up early. Maybe you’re lucky and find a good mountain or racing bike.
Prices of the bike rentals in Vang Vieng
Unfortunately we can’t remember exactly how much we paid to rent bicycles. However, we still know very well that it really wasn’t much. You won’t have to bargain for a cheaper price. How much you pay in the end depends not only on the rental itself, but also on the bike you rent. You usually pay a little more for good bikes, but there are not many of them anyway. The old bicycles are inexpensive in any case.
Are the bike rentals trustworthy?
Personally, we’ve never encountered any cases where people rented bikes in Vang Vieng and later faced problems, such as being accused of damaging the bicycles and being charged for repairs. Such scams are not uncommon in Asia. In Vang Vieng, however, we’ve never experienced anything comparable. Besides, we don’t know anyone who has it. Therefore you shouldn’t have any trouble. However, if you want to be safe, you can take some pictures of the bike before you start driving. That way you can proof its condition.
What should I do if my bike has a problem?
The streets around Vang Vieng are harsh, and it’s not uncommon that bikes get damaged. So what to do if you’re in the middle of nowhere and your bike breaks down? Well, in most cases, you won’t have to push it to the bike rental and pay a repair fee. Just check if there’s a mechanic nearby. Even in the rural areas, there are usually always a few mechanics. They may be specialized in repairing motorbikes, but if you ask them for help, they’re not going to turn you away. We once were in that situation, and a mechanic repaired our bike for free.
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Hello, my name is Simone. My huseband and I would like to rent mountain bikes. From February 14th to March 8th. Is that possible? We also need luggage racks. I look forward to your reply. Warm regards Steffen and Simone from Germany
If you’re looking for mountain bikes, your best bet is to go to one of the places that also rent motorbikes, like Motorbike Rental Phout or Mr. Ta Motorbike Rental. These two usually have some mountain bikes and other bicycles as well. Luggage racks are another story. We can’t guarantee you’ll find bikes with proper luggage racks. If not, just take a small backpack for necessities like water and snacks. We did it this way during our trips. I hope this answer is helpful. Enjoy your trip to Vang Vieng!