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	Songthaews : Converted pick-up trucks, called Songthaews serve as local buses during daylight hours. Each Songtheaws destinations are clearly marked in English on the front and sides of the vehicle. Songtheaws can usually be found in Nathon takeing people from the ferries, but there are no offical stops around the island. Just flag down the first one you see, and tell the driver where you would like to go. The furthest journey, i.e.from Nathon to Chaweng, should be no more than 30 baht per person and shorter trips a bit less. Songtheaws do run at night, but fares increase sharply after 6 pm, so should you wish to charter a vehicle late at night from Chaweng or Lamai to outlying such as Maenam, the fare could run as high as several hundred baht. Generally speaking at night, the more people that are aready in Songtheaw, the cheaper it will be.
	Car Rental : Renting your own vehicle is a good way of getting around since it allows you to explore the many small roads and tracks that lead off into the interior jungles or down to one of the many deserted beaches. Prices vary from 800 - 2000 baht according to the type and condition of the car. Local businesses generally rent manual shift Japanese jeeps, while international car rentals have recently begun offering sedans and air-conditioned cars on the island. You'll usually be asked to leave your passport as collateral on the car, so plan trips to the money exchange accordingly. Make sure that insurance is included or you will be held responsible for the potentially ruinous expense of any damage to the car and compensation for others involved in any accidents.
	Motorbike Rental : Most visitors to Samui rent 100cc motorbike, since they are relatively inexpensive (150-250 baht /day) , but there are several hazards to take into consideration. The most frequent injuries visitors sustain come from burning there right calves on very hot exhaust pipes, or from losing control of the bike around the corners or on the loose sand. Samui has the highest rate of driving fatalities in the Kingdom, and the motorbike drivers are much more vulnerable than car or truck drivers. Fuel is available around the island at several modern gas stations, or from roadside stands. You can spot these by the pumps attached to 55-gallon oil drums,the prices are usually the same as the stations. If you happen to get a flat tire, don't panic, you are usually no more than a hundred meters from someone who can, or knows a neighbour who can repair your tyre. This usually takes about thirty minutes and costs about 50 –100 baht , more if you had to wake someone in the middle of the night to do the repair. Large off road dirt motorbikes can also be rented around the island. Prices are in the range of 500 baht per day.
	Bicycles : You can now find very high quality bikes to rent around the island for around 80b per day. Mountain bikes are the best way to navigate some of the small tracks around Maenam and there are several rental places close to the Santiburi entrance. For a challenging bit of off- roading, head down the street next to Angela's Bakery and you'll eventually reach various trails , which include technical downhills and uphills throung coconut groves and farmland. Bur remember to bring plenty of water and mosquito repellent. Don't ride at night if you can avoid it as you'll be the most vulnerable person on the road and remember that the hill between Chaweng and Lamai and Maenam and Nathon are incredibly steep.
	Thai Law : Thai law requires car drivers and front seat passengers to wear seat belts. Motorcyclists are also required to use cash helmets, though you will notice most Samui resident don't bother. We recommend using them at all times. The penalty for non- use of seat belts or helmets is several hours of lost time while waiting to pay a 500 baht fine. Samui police often enforce the helmet law in Nathon and, increasingly, Chaweng. An International Driving Permit, or a license from your home country, is required for all car and big bike rentals . Remember to drive on the left.
	Taxi : Koh Samui now has dozens of yellow coloured Taxi Meter vehicles for those who pefer traveling in air conditioned comfort. During the day there are usually several at the Nathon pier, or they can be flagged down the main road. Drivers are not usually too keen on using their meters, so remember to ask them to be switched on.