Bicycle
Cycling is a woefully underused means of transport in Pai since, with largely flat terrain in the wide valley, generally good quality rural roads plus lots of country back lanes to explore, it is an ideal way to get around.
You do have to look hard to find a cycle hire shop amid the myriad scooter ones, but there are a few around . Some resorts and guesthouses also provide them for guests either free of charge or for a few baht.
The best cycle hire shop we came across was Chang Bicycle, around half way down the busy section of Rangsiyanon by the 7-eleven. They offer a good and well-maintained selection of road and mountain bikes for rent from 50 to 150 baht per day depending on how fancy a set of wheels you’re after. They have plenty of bikes and stay open until 22:00, so no excuses! If you’re planning to do some serious off-piste mountain biking, you would need to obtain a better map than one of the guesthouse freebies. Chang’s English-speaking staff ought to be able to help with some suggestions. Mae Yen or the aptly named Huay Chang waterfalls could prove interesting rides but again, check with staff re cycling conditions before setting out.
