Co van Kessel Bangkok Tours

1- Isn't it much too hot to cycle in the tropics?

Probably your biggest surprise here. It isn't. Not if one is into cycling, that is. Riding a bicycle is a very comfortable way of motion in a tropical environment. When cycling, you always feel a slight breeze to cool you down a bit. Walking a is much hotter activity. When you walk, you don't create a slight breeze as you do whilst cycling. Besides, Bangkok is as flat as a pancake. No steep slopes to climb anywhere.

2- What kind of clothing should I wear?

We recommend a baseball cap. Or a hat to keep the sun out of your face. Light cotton clothing is very good. And please wear 'closed' shoes (as opposed to sandals or slippers).

3- Should I bring drinking water?

Don't. We take care of that. It's an all inclusive tour.

4- What about the strong sun?

Thailand is very close to the equator. The sun is quite strong here, true enough. That's why we recommend to wear something on your head. Like a baseball cap or a hat. Sunglasses are a good idea, and so is applying a strong sunblocker

5- Are the mosquitos going to feast on me?

Problaby something you find remarkable: most people are surprised by the absence of mosquitos. Why? Ask Co privately by e-mail.

6- Are you open all-year round?

Yes, we most certainly are. Tours are daily, every day and on request.

7- Is it possible to ride a bicycle during the wet season?

First of all Thailand doesn't really have a 'wet' or monsoon season. We do have a rainy period though. Most of the time you will experience dry sunny weather. Our 15 year experience tells us that most rain falls in the evening or the night. We have never cancelled a tour because of rain in fhose 15 years. Besides, rain can be a very local affair here: it might rain next to your hotel, and be dry all day long where we do the tour.
If it does rain, it usually doesn't rain very long. Short showers last anything from 10 minutes to a haf an hour. If it starts raining, we seek shelter and during the rainy season our guides always have ponchos available. For us, every day of the year is excellent cycling weather!

8- Can I take pictures or videotape everyhere?

Nobody has had any objections so far. The local population likes our guests (that might be you too!) a lot, and is very friendly. They really like it when you take pictures or videotape, especially their children. The same applies to the various temples, shrines and spiritual centers we pass along our route.

9- Bagage during the tour?

Just take what you need, and no more. Try to limit your baggage to sunblocker, a camera and some spare batteries. If you have something you'd on second thoughts rather not take along, we have a safe place to store it.