Lower Mustang Valley Mountain Biking

1 - 3 Days, 9 - 12 Days

Lower Mustang Valley Mountain Biking

Take a ride along the Tibetan Plateau exploring the beautiful high altitude desert with patches of greenery in the middle of hills and traveling to the deepest gorge in the world.

Trip Code
AMT - BIKE - 103
Best Season

Spring & Autumn

Trip Grade

⭐⭐

Max Altitude

Muktinath (3,800m/12,467ft)

Accomodation

Teahouses/Lodges

Transportation

Flight/Jeep/Bus/Bike

Meals

BB/Full Board

Group Size

Any

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Introduction

Lower Mustang has always been surprisingly beautiful for the visitors who are known to this territory. It would be a complete transformation for someone coming from the green valleys of Nepal to the relatively dry area with lots of open spaces. A desert at such a high altitude with a majestic view of the Himalayan peaks on the surrounding is amazing. You can explore the best of art and culture of Tibet in this unique landscape with small villages, canyons and fortress. The land is dry but not barren as you will find some eye-catching oases of green fields. It is basically a plateau region that offers a wonderful view of the mountain peaks covered with snow. Riding along the amazing landscapes is the best way to explore the details,
The ride along to the Lower Mustang promises a lot of adventure and fun that you stay in your memory forever. You start your journey with a short mountain flight of Jomsom then towards Kali Gandaki river Valley. It is the deepest gorge in the world. The access to northern part is still restricted but you are free to explore the equally beautiful southern part of the kingdom. People in this part of the region are very helpful and thus, you would love the hospitality. You will get the chance to interact with the ancient trading communities as you ride along the trails of the Kathmandu Valley. It is a fantastic opportunity for all the mountain biking lovers who want to feel the real adventure in this extraordinary part of the world.

Trip Highlights

  • Take a ride along the Tibetan Plateau exploring the beautiful high altitude desert with patches of greenery in the middle of hills and traveling to the deepest gorge in the world.
  • An amazing trip that allows you to reach up to the altitude of 3800m to the ancient Muktinath temple.
  • Dedicated single trails for mountain bikers. The trails are sufficiently wide and well built to offer a safe ride.
  • A variety of accommodation options in the form of hotels and tea houses. You can choose an accommodation according to your budget.
  • Explore the contrast between new and old Kathmandu also experience the life of ancient trading communities.
  • Indulge yourself in capturing the scenic beauty of the surrounding with mountains, snow and valleys.

Day by Day Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400m/4,592ft) and transfer to Hotel.

Coming via flight, you land at the Kathmandu Airport where you are greeted by our executive team. They welcome you to the beautiful land of Nepal and arrange for the transfer to the hotel. If you arrive early in the day, you can go for sightseeing according to your comfort.

Day 02: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (820m/2,689ft).

On the next morning, you leave for the next destination i.e. Pokhara. On the way to Pokhara, you get the chance to visit the Kurintar/Manakamana (1600m) temple. It is a very popular and ancient temple in Tibet. Devotees come from far-off places to visit this temple to fulfil their wishes. The journey to the temple via cable-car gives you an exciting view of the onward journey to Mustang region. After visiting the temple, we transfer you to Pokhara.

Day 03-04: Biking in the Pokhara Valley.

Your real adventure starts on day 3 of your trip when you reach Pokhara Valley. There are numerous trails for the bikers like you but some are obviously better and safer than others. Our team will guide to the best and safest trails where you can cover a distance of around a 60-80km exploring the valley. You can also take an adventurous ride to the local hills in the complete guidance of our team. It is a bit challenging but offers an amazing view of the region from the top of the hill.

Day 05: Morning flight to Jomsom (2,730m/8,954ft) & Ride to Kagbeni (2,810m/9,216ft).

After a couple of days at Pokhara, we head towards Jomsom for the real adventure. We would prefer to take a flight from Pokhara to Jomson if the weather conditions are good. In the case of poor weather, we have an alternate arrangement in the form of a Jeep that will take you the destination safely. For the rest of the day, you can relax and get used to the conditions at the higher altitude where air starts to get thin. You can also go for sightseeing according to your comfort. The view of the mountains is always tempting and thus you would more likely go for the second option.

Day 06: Ride from Kagbeni to Muktinath (3,800m/12,467ft).

This is truly the entry point to the Lower Mustang Valley. The rider after this point will only take you higher to closer to the highest point of the trip, the Muktinath (3800m). Riding uphill is a unique experience with the mind-blowing view from that height. Also, there are few interesting villages on the way including Jharkot village. Muktinath is a special place for the Hindu and Buddhist pilgrims who view it as the land of salvation. But, you do not need necessarily need to be a pilgrim to enjoy the ride as it has a lot to offer. Here, you will stay at the Muktinath guest house.

Day 07: Ride from Muktinath to Marpha (2,670m/8,758ft).

From Muktinath (3800m) we move a little higher to the summit (4200m). It is all a downhill ride from here on through a single trek. It is certainly going to be the most adventurous ride of your life coming straight down through Lupra valley. After a memorable day, ride all the way down to the headquarter of the Mustang district for some rest. Here, you will get a chance to visit the beautiful apple gardens of Marpha village and enjoy the popular apple brandy.

Day 08: Ride from Marpha to Larjung (2,550m/8364ft).

The ride continues from Marpha to the Larjung where you the company of Kali Gandaki River flowing in parallel to the trek. There is also a nice seasonal bridge that connects you further to the single-track on the other side. By the afternoon, you will reach Larjung. It is a small village where you can have your lunch and collect some energy for riding further. There are places to stay here but we will take you the nearby village of Sukung and then to the pine forests where we will spend the whole night in peace at the rest house.

Day 09: Ride from Larjung to Tatopani (1,190m/3,903ft).

After spending about a week riding in the higher altitude (around 2500m), we will now be heading downhill to an altitude of around 1200m. You will feel the difference as there will be a lot more air to breathe and more oxygen reaching to your lungs. On the way down to Tatopani, we will come across a few more villages. An important attraction of the ride is the Kaligandaki River Valley that is part of the ride. You will be really exhausted and tired by the end of the day but you will not feel it anymore. Tatopani is a natural hot spring that will rejuvenate your body and the soul.

Day 10: Ride from Tatopani to Sarankot (1,592m/5,223ft) via Beni (830m/2,722ft).

In the final ride of the Mustang Region, we will be visiting some more villages while travelling to Beni. It will also give you an opportunity to explore some ancient temples and dense forests. Beni will be the final destination from where you will be transferred to Sarankot via van. You would the love staying at the Sarankot because of the majestic view of the Annapurna Himalayan range from the balcony.

Day 11: Ride from Sarankot to Lakeside Pokhara.

The view of the Himalayan peaks is only going to get better with the sunrise in the morning. The breakfast in the middle of the beautiful mountain peaks all around you would make you want to stay there forever. The lunch is going to be special as we will ride to the Lakeside for a memorable lunch. The rest of the day will be all yours to rest or take a walk around.

Day 12: Rest day in Pokhara.

This will the complete rest day where you can take some breathe and plan your further journey. However, it will not be about resting at the hotel but spending some peaceful moments by the side of the Lake at Pokhara valley. We can arrange for more fun if you want to go for a ride around the nearby area.

Day 13: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu.

After about two weeks of the mind blowing trip, we come to the end of the trip at Pokhara. However, it does not mean the end of all the adventures. You can request for an extension to the trip and we will be happy to arrange for more adventure with events like canyoning, water rafting and paragliding. In case you do not, we will arrange the suitable transfer to the Kathmandu airport.

Day 14: Final departure. Drop to airport as per flight schedule.

 

Remember:

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Additional Information

What is Hike and Bike Adventure ?

Hike Adventure is a long and continuous energetic walk on trails or footpaths of nature for pleasure and adventure toward different destinations through diverse landscapes usually in countrysides across the Himalayan region .

Bike Adventure refers to biking to different parts of the country either it may be rural or urban which have religious, historical or natural importance, experiencing freedom and adventure on bikes across himalaya regions. Also Mountain biking is a sport of riding bikes off- road, over rough terrain, generally using specially designed mountain bikes.

Combined Hike and Bike Adventure trek provides you the ultimate experience of both hiking and biking.

 

Hike and Bike Adventure Eligibility ?

Hiking and Biking both are adventurous activities which requires physical fitness and the right intention to do the trek. For Hike and bike adventure you should have intermediate level of biking skills because you will be riding along rough terrains and mountains. There is no age limit if you are able to ride a bike you can go for adventure mountain biking and hiking. Absolutely, there are multiple routes to multiple destinations with different levels of difficulty thus you can choose the route according to your skills and experience. If you want a hand on selecting or preparing for any kind of adventure, our tour and travel masters are always ready to give a hand.

How to prepare for a Hike and Bike Adventure ?

If you have decided to go for adventure hiking and biking certainly there are some preparations you should make.

Payment & Info:At the time of booking pay the required amount and collect all the documents and information as much as you can. Make sure to check our cancellation and refund policy for clear understanding.

Clothing and Footwear: This is the second most important thing you should consider during a hike and bike adventure. You should always wear comfortable shoes and also take hiking season into consideration so that you can buy clothes accordingly.

Food and Drink: Bring snacks or foods as you desire and a bottle of water or other drinks of your choice. Also do not forget to bring a garbage bag.

 

How many guides does Hike and Bike Adventure have ?

Generally, Hike and Bike Adventure is in charge of a single guide. We may require additional guides for more guests and multiple hiking or biking routes.
Also if you are planning for a self guided tour we are more than happy to make the required arrangements for mountain bikes and every other thing you may need but we suggest you to have a guide that is not that costly and it has many perks then self guided tour.

 

Can I bring my own bike ?

Yes!! There are no restrictions for bringing your own bike. You are welcome to do so but you should know that we will not be responsible for its possible damages and safety.

  

What is the cancellation policy ?

Adventure Mountain Trek offers you a lifetime policy through which you can renew your booking amount for another trek although if you want to cancel it then we will refund you as per our trip cancellation terms procedure.

 

Will there be attractions or sites along the way ?

Hiking and Biking trails are full of natural, cultural and historical attractions. You will get the chance to enjoy the magnificent scenarios, experience different cultures, explore through major attraction centers and ultimately embrace the charm of mountainous atmosphere along the adventure and challenging terrains trials.

  

Itinerary amendments ?

The Itinerary of associated services and events are set on the website. The organizer and client both reserve the right to change the itinerary according to the need and conditions. So, If you wish to amend any events itinerary make sure to contact our administrators.

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    EXCELLENT rating
    Based on 57 reviews
    Great Trip We had a great time in Nepal thanks to Pradip and his team! From landing to take off we were thoroughly looked after. We were greeted at the airport and the same person helped us in Katmandu both sides of the trek, picking us up from our domestic flight and again taking us to the airport at the end. He was always early and received a sweet momento on arrival and departure. Due to weather we unfortunately had to make a last minute decision to change our route; Pradip and the guide See Wa were very accommodating and we easily changed from ACT to Poon Hill and ABC. He quickly sent us a new itinerary and we were picked up the following morning. We were given options as to how we wanted to get to Pokhara and Pradip made this seamless for us. Many trekkers also had to change their route to ABC rather than other routes like ACT and EBC which meant the tea houses were very busy. Our guide ensured that we always had a room to stay in and was flexible with our itinerary if we wanted to walk further/fit in a visit to the hot spring. At times it was a bit difficult to communicate with the guide due to the language barrier and we found we were fitter so would often be walking ahead with one of the porters but over all we had a good experience and would recommend.
    Eleanor H
    Eleanor H
    2022-10-21
    Mardi Himal Base Camp Trek In Summer The whole trek went very smoothly.It was a 4 day trek.Guide and the porter both were very polite & professional no doubt.I didn't find anything negative in the service.Mr.Pradip helped us via telephone whenever we needed him.
    Deep Chakraborty
    Deep Chakraborty
    2022-07-11
    Trip of a lifetime The best part of being with this team is their ability and willingness to help in every way possible, at times even going out of their way to help. The professional approach to every aspect of a trip means the best deal will always be put on the table☺️.
    Papai B
    Papai B
    2022-07-06
    Excellent service provided by Mr.Pradip the founder Mr. Pradip the founder of the adventure mountain treks is very generous and very polite. He helped in all the ways possible. I have been pestering with questions regarding my packing list. He was so polite and answered all my queries without seeing the time. A very genuine person to do the trek and a very well organised person and the trek was perfect.
    adityanaravind
    adityanaravind
    2022-06-25
    May 2022 great EBC trekking experience Mr. TikkaThank you for organizing a great 14 day trek in May 2022.I want to thank our guide Dinesh and two great porters Anu and Prem for their effort in making our trek most enjoyable. All three gentlemen went above and beyond their duty to make us comfortable on our trek and giving us encouragement every step of the way.
    sham p
    sham p
    2022-06-03
    16 day tour to Gokyo Ri & EBC My girlfriend and I went on a 16 day tour to Gokyo Ri and Everest Base Camp and were in Nepal for almost 4 weeks. All I can say is that Pradip is an outstanding person. He took care of us from day one in Kathmandu, was extremely helpful and did everything so that we felt good and secure, not just on the trekking trail but also at every place we stayed in Nepal. Unforgettable experience which I highly recommend all of you share !
    Franck
    Franck
    2022-05-20
    3 Pass Trek with EBC well organized Dear Pradip,thanks for the Organisation of my 3 Pass Trek. It was soo komfortable for me to come to Nepal and the whole Trip was perfectly arranged. After 1 Organization Day in Kathmandu we Start the Trek in Luka for 18 Days. I can only say ! Good work had you done. I am Back in Germany and had perfect organized Trekking Thanks Adventure Mountain Nepal Trecking ! And also my Guide Padam Hendrik
    Henny B
    Henny B
    2022-04-18
    Best Agency for Travel and Trekking Experiences... I and my friends did a trekking experience with Adventure Mountain Nepal. I would like to thank the entire team for providing us a hospitable manner, professional service, and affordable package rate. Will recommend this company to all who’re going to Nepal for a trekking adventure.
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    2022-02-03
    Gokyo Ri & Everest Base Camp Trek - January 2022 Cet agence touristique est réellement à l'écoute des besoins de ses clients et tente toujours de répondre à toutes leurs questions. J'ai pu tout organiser à distance avec Pradip Sharma qui a été très transparent sur les tarifs pratiqués et m'a accompagné dans la préparation de cette aventure, notamment en me guidant dans mes derniers achats à Katmandou et en m'évitant les arnaques.Pendant la randonnée, mon guide Mane s'est montré très professionnel lorsque la haute altitude est venue altérer ma condition physique. Son soutien et ses conseils ont été indispensables. Il est préférable d'organiser cette marche au printemps ou à l'automne pour éviter le froid pouvant aller jusqu'à -18°C...Il faut une dizaine de jours soit pour Gokyo Ri, soit pour EBC. Pour boucler les deux en un coup, il faut 15 jours.L'expérience est intense et parfois difficile mais reste inoubliable.
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    Abdelhakc
    2022-01-20
    私の旅行は楽しくて良かったです🥰❤️👍 私がこの会社から遊びできましたとてもいい会社です。もし誰かがネパールに旅行したいなら私が障害することもできます。この会社の値段も安いしサービスもとても良かった👍です。こちらのオーナーと他の社会人もとても親切とまじめ❤️です。 こんども私が旅行するときこの会社何回もら選びます。みんなさんネパールへ行ってみましょうネパールはとても美しい国💕です。よろしくお願いします🙏
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