How to be safe on motorbike tour in Ho Chi Minh City? In most developing countries, cars are more popular than motorbikes so some foreign visitors are scared of doing motorbike tours in Vietnam. However, they have heard that Saigon motorbike tours are among the best and interesting experiences in the city. We would like to share with you useful tips of being safe on tours by two-wheels in Saigon.
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What to wear on Saigon motorbike tour?
You should not wear long dresses, especially loose clothes and too long clothes because these items can get caught in motorcycles wheels. In fact, long pants and trousers are recommended because they can help to protect your knees and the whole legs.
High heels are not recommended because you can find it difficult to put your feet on footrests, hop on and off a motorbike. Sport shoes and sandals are perfect for motorbike tours.
Is a coat needed for a motorbike tour? You can choose to bring and wear a thin coat to protect you better. UV sun protection coats are good on motorbike tour during the day because the sun is rather strong in Ho Chi Minh City in the dry season. If you are a hat/cap lover, you can bring one. For more information, you may take off the headwear before wearing the helmet which is a must in Vietnam.
Tour guides usually provide raincoats if it rains on the day, but you can bring your own raincoat which fits you perfectly.
How about jewelry? A hand watch is a good item to bring on motorbike tour in Ho Chi Minh City. Bracelets and rings are ok, but you should not let other people see them easily or increase steel chance. Put your hands between you and your driver when being driven on the streets so thieves do not notice the jewelry pieces. Necklaces are a litlle more dangerous to the ride than bracelets. In summary, you should not wear too many jewelries and big or impressive jewelry items. And you should be careful of your “property” while cruising the street by motorbike or walking because a bracelet or a necklace can be snatched at any time in this crowded city.
Generally, Ho Chi Minh City has become safer and there is less crime. However, it does not mean that we can wear so many jewelry items and do not need to worry about safety.
Cross-body and belt bags are the best choices because they are hard to snatch. A heavy backpack is not recommended because it can make the driver lose the motorbike balance.
Masks are necessary because of the air pollution in Vietnam. Tour companies usually provide high-quality one-time face masks for guests, but you can wear your own mask.
What to bring on a motorbike tour in Ho Chi Minh City?
Bottle of water, snacks, and hand sanitizer are great things to bring on your motorbike tour in Ho Chi Minh City.
If it is a full day trip (Cu Chi or Saigon sightseeing) and meals are not included, you can bring some foods to fill your stomach. Certainly, you can ask the guide to stop at a local restaurant to eat. On Saigon food tour, they serve you many dishes and also the drinks so you do not need to bring any food or drink.
On 4-hour sightseeing tour by motorbike tour, one bottle of water (500ml) is often provided. If you would like to drink more water, you can tell the guide to help you to buy one or more bottles of water. Some guests bring their own bottles of water.
You should frequently wash your hands with water and soap at drink shops and local restaurants or use hand sanitizer to make sure you are safe.
How to sit on the back of the motorbike safe?
There are some useful tips for pillion passenger on a motorbike in Saigon:
- Let the rider know you are a first-time pillion passenger or aren’t an expert on sitting on the back of a motorbike
- Sit straight and close to the rider, support him/her when stopping or turning
- Hold your hands on the waist of the rider (or on the rack of the motorbike) in a safe and comfortable way
- Do not wiggle
- Prevent motorcycle exhaust pipe burn when getting on or off the motorcycle
- Put your feet on the footrests correctly
Read more about Riding tips for pillion passengers on Saigon motorbike tour
How to book a Ho Chi Minh motorbike tour?
A few years ago, there were not many travel companies providing motorbike tours in Ho Chi Minh City. In recent days, you have been provided with a large number of choices with different tour routes, menus, prices, and qualities.
- Read reviews about the tour agencies on Google, TripAdvisor, Viator, Airbnb, Klook,… before choosing
- Check if there is any hidden fee that increases the price that is showed on a website
- Price of private tour is higher than price of group tour (same tour route, same company, same menu)
- Private tour is more flexible and personal but some tourists would like to join a group for fun
- It is safer if riders wear long pants/trousers, tours with riders wearing Ao Dai dresses (or loose clothes) are popular but they are not completely safe
- Ask them about the menu, foods, food stops and let them know about your food restrictions and allergies
Read more about Tips on choosing Ho Chi Minh City food motorbike tour
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