Top 5 Nepal Mountain Biking Tours
Most people think of trekking in Nepal when they think of outdoor adventures, but did you know that mountain biking is the sport that is growing the fastest in this amazing country?
In the beginning, there were only a few bikers, and they all knew each other. They rode together every weekend to explore the Kathmandu Valley and sometimes went on longer trips. Now, the biking scene has grown to the point where on any given Saturday you can see people riding everything from flashy new bikes to old iron horses, but they all want to enjoy the freedom and fun of a great ride.
Nepal's biking scene is changing quickly, but the trails are very old and there are so many of them that it's hard to keep track. No one knows how many kilometers of trails are out there waiting to be found. The whole country is full of walking trails that have been worn down by generations of people walking across the valley or across the country to trade, attend festivals, or visit family.
Some of our favorite places to ride are rugged and truly wild, with no easy way "out." Others are close to town and offer almost endless ways to ride, from a day to a week or more, in fancy hotels or roughing it in tea houses or camping.
It's hard to know where to start when there are so many options, so here are our top 5 mountain biking tours in Nepal.
“You are one ride away from a good mood.”
By Sarah Bentley, British cyclist
Many adventurers have it on their list of things to do that they want to ride a bike in the high, rocky Himalayas. Annapurna Circuit Mountain Bike Tours is a classic way to see the beautiful Himalayas on a mountain bike. Huge mountains like the Annapurna massif, Dhaulagiri (8167m), Manaslu (8156m), Nilgiri (7061m), Machhapuchhre (6993m), Hiunchuli (6443m), Lamjung Himal (6983m), Tukuche peak (6920m), Tilicho peak (7134m), and many others can be seen from the Annapurna Circuit.
When you arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, your Annapurna Circuit mountain biking trip will begin. The next part of the trip is a drive to Besisahar, which is where the bike trip starts. On the Annapurna Circuit Mountain Biking Trip, you can see a beautiful view of high mountains and valleys in the Himalayas. The trip starts in Marsayangdi Valley and ends in Kali Gandaki Valley. It goes through the Gurung town of Manang, Nepal's highest pass (Thorung-La pass), and the holy temple of Muktinath. Beautiful Himalayan forests, waterfalls, natural hot springs, monasteries, temples, Mani walls, Chortens, Himalayan villages, and more will be seen by the bikers. Annapurna Circuit Mountain Bike Tours give you a chance to learn about and understand the culture of the different ethnic groups who live in this area. This is in addition to the beautiful views of the mountains and landscapes. On the trip, the riders will also see Gurung, Manangi, Chemjong, and Thakali villages. This will give them a chance to learn more about the culture of these groups. Annapurna Circuit Mountain Biking Trip is a hard bike trip for people who want exciting adventures.
Upper Mustang mountain biking is a way to learn about the culture, the beautiful landscape, the friendly people, and much more. This breathtaking journey takes you through the ancient Kingdom of Lo, a remote Tibetan Buddhist enclave in Nepal that was closed to foreigners until recently.
People have lived in this harsh area for thousands of years. Some of the first people lived or meditated in the strange rock formations' ancient caves, which are full of unique Buddhist art. To get into this mythical land north of the 8,000-meter peaks of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri, you still need a special restricted area permit, and the number of people who can get one is limited. This helps protect its unique history. UNESCO says that there is no other place like the old, walled city of Lo Manthang.
This area has amazing canyons with ancient cave monasteries dug into the wild rock formations, fortified medieval villages with green fields in the dry landscape of the "Tibetan" Plateau, and wild trails over high passes and along stark ridge-lines, all set against the backdrop of the towering snow-peaks of the Himalayas.
Lo, in Upper Mustang, is a remote and starkly beautiful part of the Tibetan Plateau, which is a high-altitude desert surrounded by some of the highest mountains in the Himalayas to the south. People in the area have been able to keep their unique and interesting Tibetan Buddhist culture and way of life because it is now in Nepal instead of Tibet. This means that brave travelers can now learn about and experience this ancient way of life.
Our exploration of Upper Mustang takes us on some of the less-traveled paths through this sun-drenched area. Sometimes we follow the Kali Gandaki riverbed, and other times we bike on spectacular trails to passes high above it. We also descend on awesome trails through gorges with ancient cave dwellings and monasteries carved into the rough mountain sides.
Coming from the green valleys of Nepal, you will be blown away by this starkly beautiful high altitude desert, which is surrounded by some of the highest mountains in the Himalayas to the south.
The Mustang region is known for its amazing canyons, ancient fortress-villages with green fields in the dry landscape of the "Tibetan" Plateau, high passes, and sharp ridge lines, all of which are set against the backdrop of the Himalayas' towering snow-capped peaks.
You will ride through the southern part of the ancient Kingdom of Lo, which is hidden at the headwaters of the Kali Gandaki river, which is called the "deepest gorge in the world." While the northern part is off-limits, we can ride our horses and explore the trails here in Lower Mustang. We can also enjoy the kindness of our hosts and see how different Nepal is. In just 10 days, we can immerse ourselves in the mix of cultures in the Kathmandu Valley and spend time in the ancient trading towns along our path, which is also an old trade route to Tibet.
The area has great single trails for All Mountain and Enduro riders, as well as jeep trails and less intense single trails that will make any mountain biker smile.
Mountain biking tour is one of the most exciting and adventurous sports because you can see all parts of the country, from cities to rural areas, along roads that cross each other. There are a lot of trails out there that go past terraced fields in villages and jungles, through the homes of different ethnic groups, and over beautiful hills. From these hills, you can see a wide range of majestic mountains, beautiful landscapes, and the unique ways of life of different ethnic groups, where you can enjoy the local food, culture, rituals, and many other things. If you go on a mountain biking tour in Kathmandu valley or anywhere else in the country, you will be awestruck.
Mountain biking tours that go from Kathmandu to Pokhara are one of the most exciting ways to bike in Nepal. This trip is a beautiful ride that takes you through many historic towns and quaint villages. You will also get a great view of nature and mountains. It's a great way to get out of the busy city and get to know the people and land around you.
The Kathmandu to Pokhara bike tour takes you on an amazing off-road route that connects Nagarkot, Kakani, Trishuli, Gorkha, Besisahar, Kalasti, and Pokhara.
When you go mountain biking around Kathmandu, you can see parts of the valley that adventurers rarely visit. This gives you a chance to see the other side of the valley. This 9-day trip gives you plenty of time to enjoy your peaceful surroundings and is the ultimate adventure sport. It takes you through small villages on the edge of a valley and along twisty back roads.
This cycling trip includes a city tour to the famous medieval and historical sites of Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, and Patan, as well as to the viewpoints of Nagarkot and Kakani, the quiet and peaceful towns of Sankhu and Budhanilkantha, and to the viewpoints of Nagarkot and Kakani.
This interesting biking tour takes you to rural pockets on and off the edge of the Kathmandu valley that aren't often visited. You'll ride off-road to the paved road and through the rice terraces, where you can see snow-capped peaks and different mountain ranges in the distance.
At the end of your wonderful 9-day bike tour, you will visit the villages of Balthali and Panauti. Join us on this great day trip and see the other side of Kathmandu as it has been for hundreds of years.
