Mountain Biking in Nepal
Mountain biking is a young sports in Nepal & It diverse terrain is a mountain bikers’ dream. Biking offers an environmentally sound way of exploring the country. The thrill and excitement involved in the sport is making it popular day by day. Lots of Nepalese have taken seriously to sports. The idea of mountain bike racing was first formed in Marin Country, in California in the early eighties. Mountain biking does seem to have a bright future. The sports found a place in the Olympics just after two years of being recognized as an adventure sports. Biking offers an ennisammentally round may of exploring the country. It is possible to go biking the entire length of Nepal centuries - old dirt roads and trails offer a chance to go extended trips to exotic locals. Nepal is the world's number one adventure playground for Mt. biking. From the flatlands of the Terai to the terraced hillside farms, the vertical landscape soars towards the snow clad peaks of the Himalayas, inviting you to share the adventure of this awesome landscape. You not only climb up and down challenging mountain roads but also have wonderful opportunity to admire the magnificent scenery around.
Kathmandu Valley offers Nepal’s best mountain biking. It is small enough
to become familiar with yet large enough to get lost in. The foothills
and the valley rim are the perfect size and height for challenging rides,
whilst not being impossibly hard work. The sport has also opened doors
as a new profession for the ever eager and healthy Nepalese boys encouraging
them to take jobs as mountain bike guides. For those interested in touring
the valley as well as the mountainous areas, mountain biking is the best
means as not every part of the country is approachable on a four wheeler.
Cycling is a great way to travel around Nepal and it is becoming progressively
more popular. The mountain biking possibilities and streets are "endless"
in Nepal. There are many mountain mud trails that have created a paradise
for the biker.
Biking through the rural villages at the valley rim on the back trails with some ups and down hill tracks, these day biking trips gives you sufficient time to immerse in its peaceful surrounding environment and make friends with the locals. Our varied day biking trips within Kathmandu Valley allows you to enjoy its hidden pockets rarely frequented by westerners thus giving you a chance to see the other back side of Kathmandu.
Our other biking trips include City Tour with a difference biking to the famed popular historical and medieval places of Kathmandu, Bhaktapur and Patan, viewpoint of Nagarkot and Kakani, the quiet sleepy town of Sankhu and Budhanilkantha. A Back Trails of Kathmandu (A day tour on the back road visiting rural areas Kathmandu-Bungmati-Chapagaon-Kathmandu. Biking around the valley offers a great way to escape the city and merge with the local people and landscape. The “Skyline Treks & Expedition (P.) Ltd". arranges adventure Mountain bike tours with all package tours in Nepal and beyond.
Mountain biking in Western Nepal is covering a beautiful excitement. It's flora and fauna resembles that of the better known Chitwan National Park , some interesting species can be seen more easily or only in Bardia.The park is multi faceted including sub-tropical forest swamp and grasslands, where over 350 species of birds, leopards, great one horned rhinoceros, swamp deer, black buck, wild elephant and smooth Indian others are dominant. Muger and Gharial crocodiles share the water with gangatic dolphins as well as several other species of reptiles, amphibians, insects and butterflies, Creatures your dream into the reality!!
Mountain biking in Nepal is not only about pristine countryside and wilderness. It is about being able to do something very physical within a very exotic culture. It is about riding in off road trails, great climbs and within that context it is about being able to arrive in an unexpected festival.Discover yourself in one of the world's greatest wonders by joining us on an exhilarating and memorable biking adventure in the Himalayas.
Best season for these trips:
Nepal: February till May & September till December.
Tibet: March till October
India: Royal Rajasthan & South India all year long
Ladakh: June to September
Safety information:
All these described activities contain a certain risk by nature. But let
us assure you that all our guides have had qualified first aid trainings
and will always carry appropriate safety kits for various activities,
such as mountain safety shelters, walking ropes and mobile phones and
even satellite phones. In case of emergency, we are always capable to
carry out all necessary rescue plans. The leader's primary role is to
ensure your safety, where your responsibility lies to listen and comply
to guidance and instruction.
BALAJU-KAKANI
It is a slow and easy ascent to this hill resort 23 km northwest of
Kathmandu. The entire trip offers a magnificent view of the valley along
with the fresh and serene atmosphere of the hills. The route passes
through forests, waterfalls and meadows.There are a number of restaurants
on the way and some accommodation also available in Kakani if you wish
to stay overnight.
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Kathmandu to Kodari:
The 114km highway linking Kathmandu with Kodari on the Chinese border
follows the ancient trade route to Lhasa. Known as the Arniko Highway,
this spectacular road leads east past Bhaktapur, Banepa, Dhulikhel
and Dolaghat and then turns north following the course of the Sun
Koshi and Bhote Koshi rivers. Picturesque villages and tranquil terraced
fields against a backdrop of green hills are the scenic rewards on
the trail. The trip takes four days up and down. Overnight at Dhulikhel
or Barhabesi (88km from Kathmandu) and Tatopani (3km) before Kodari
where hot springs are an added attraction
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Kathmandu to Daman:
The 75km stretch up to Daman on the Tribuvan highway has been described
as the best bike ride in Nepal. Until the bypass through Mugling opened
about two decades ago, this was the only road to India. The good news
for bikers is that there is very little traffic on the highway now.
The road spirals jup and down endless hills and passes through broad
valleys and small villages. Exit the Kathmandu valley at Thankot (10km
from Kathmandu) and on to Palung (65Km) and finally Daman (altitude
2,400m). There is a view tower here which offers an incredible 400km
panorama of the Himalaya extending from Annapurna to Everest. The
bike ride to Daman takes all day.
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BHAKTAPUR-DHULIKHEL
For mountain bikers looking for a peaceful ride, the road leading
from Bhaktapur to Dhulikhel, a hill resort 32 km east of Kathmandu,
is simply terrific.The trip begins with a ride to the medieval Newari
Town- Bhaktapur, which has well maintained its originality. After
spending a couple of hours on exploring the historic temples, monastic
complex arts and architectures, we continue onwards to Dhulikhel.The
highway hardly sees any traffic and the view is magnificent. Dhulikhel
can also be approached from Banepa, 4 km east of Dhulikhel, and Nala,
4 km northwest of Banepa. Further hiking to Panauti, three hours south
of Dhulikhel, is possible. A day’s walk to Namobuddha is also a lot
of fun.Trail descends through rhododendron forest and villages to
Dhulikhel. In a clear day there are excellent views of eastern Himalaya.
BHAKTAPUR-CHANGU NARAYAN
Walking north from Bhaktapur, turn left from the road leading to Nagarkot to reach Changu Narayan. The six-hour walk is an easy one with panoramic views of the mountains, fields and the Manohara River. There is also a small village on the eastern side of the temple. A hike to Nagarkot from Changu Narayan takes five hours and is more adventurous.
SANKHU-NAGARKOT
Starting off towards the east from Sankhu, it takes around three-four
hours to hike to Nagarkot, a hill resort 32 km east of Kathmandu. The
road passes through terraced fields and strutted houses. This route
is fun for mountain biking too. Returning from Nagarkot, you can take
a different route leading towards Banepa via Nala which takes five-six
hours.Nagarkot is also a popular spot to watch sunrise and sunset.
THIMI-KODARI
The 114-km highway starting from the bifurcation off Thimi is the Arniko Highway that links Kathmandu with Lhasa. The tranquility of terraced fields against the backdrop of green hills and snowcapped mountains and interrupted by brick factories on the roadside is what a hike on the Arniko Highway offers. Hike or bike to Suryamode and rest in one of the restaurants. It takes four days in total to reach the border between Nepal and Tibet and return, if biking. The trail passes different villages and has the best presentation of rural life. Stay overnight at Dhulikhel/Barhabise and Tatopani.
CHOBHAR-CHAMPA DEVI
Chobhar hill, situated 6 km south of Kathmandu, can be reached on bike in 15 minutes from the dirt road leading off from the Ring Road at Dhobighat. The Chobhar Gorge and the Jal Vinayak temple are situated here. After another 15 minutes’ biking from here at Khare Bazaar, follow the dirt road leading to the right. On reaching Bansbari, hike for two hours through forest area to reach Champa Devi. This is an ideal place from where to view the whole valley. The return route can be different reaching anywhere between Pikhel and Pharping.
AROUND KIRTIPUR
Kirtipur is situated 6 km southwest of Kathmandu and can be reached in half an hour on bike. On reaching the main bazaar, head north uphill to the Bagh Bhairav temple which has an interesting tale. Bike further uphill to reach the Shiva-Parvati temple from where you can have a splendid view of the Kathmandu Valley. Return to the bazaar and take the road leading southwest and then follow a dirt road to the Adinath Lokeswar temple.
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Pokhara To Kathmandu:
A classic cross-country experience, along all kinds of road experience,
busy traffic, smooth, single lane, rugged trails, dirt roads, passes,
rivers, jungles…you pass through the most scenic & delightful
experiences. Discover of treacherous up & down & winding mid-hills
without any altitude concerns. The highest point on the route does
not go above 2300 meters, unless you wish to leave behind your different
mark.
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Kathmandu To Chitwan:
Head downward to the UNESCO’s World Heritage Site of Chitwan National
Park on a rather not-so-unconventional mode of transport: mountain
biking. Besides these conventional & customized biking tours,
there are numerous possibilities for biking in Nepal like Explore
Nepal Tour, Kathmandu – Darjeeling Tour, Mt. Annapurna Circuit Tour,
among others.
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Mountain Biking in Lhasa, Tibet - Kathmandu, Nepal
Some call this the ultimate of mountain biking experience. Fly to Lhasa
from Kathmandu, & begin your downward journey world’s highest plateau.This
21-day tour guarantees to be a high point - in more ways than one -
in any mountain biker's life. This rugged, remote and beautiful country
lies hidden behind Mt. Everest and many more of the world's highest
peaks in the Great Himalayas range.
Only a few brave cyclists have dared to ride along its inhospitable plateau and forge a passage through these mystic lands into Kathmandu. The rewards being the longest downhill in the world as you enter into Nepal. At a breathless average altitude of 12,000ft (3,660-m) this expedition is not for the faint of heart but made for the pioneer in spirit.
Regular departures are generally 21 days and an Everest Base Camp addition is not to be missed. When you stand exposed before the shear North Face of Mt. Everest (Chomolungma - Mother Moutain) from base camp at 5,600m, you'll know why.
June through September is Tibet's best time to travel season due to weather and festivals. Chinese Liberation means pre-planning is a must.
Also, Around Lhasa - Plateau to Pass
Another Tibet tour of 10 days (You Fly in and Fly out) that covers the classic features of Tibet and its outskirts. Designed for those with less time but still captures the classic ascent of the Khumbala (4794m), the turquoise waters of Yamdrok Tso Lake and the tranquility of the Yarlung Valley.
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