Welcome to Nepal-Mountain Biking
 
 
 
 
Mountain Biking
 

Mountain Bikers or those who want to do something and action and fun-filled activities will find Nepal's terrain very attractive for bike ride. We maintain a western standard quality bikes and have professional biker guides to lead you in the trails. Longer trips are recommended to be supported by vehicle . The guide is equipped with spare parts and maintenance tools.

Bhaktapur-Banepa ( 2 days)
Banepa( 26 km) Kathmandu, is a historical town on the way to Tibet, is terrific for mountain biking. If you want to avoid the traffic, there is an old route from Bhaktapur to Banepa that goes via Tathal and Nala. The ride is a gradual climb and offers excellent opportunities to see the terraced farmlands, farm houses and country life. From Banepa, you can take a side trip to Panauti ( 7km) or Dhulikhel ( 6km). An interesting circuit is from Banepa to Dhulikhel to Namura ( 7 km) to Panauti ( 8 km) to Banepa. Drive back to Kathmandu.

Kathmandu-Kodari ( 4 days)
The 114 -km highway linking Kathmandu with Kodari on the Chinese border follows the ancient trade route to Lhasa. Known as Araniko Highway, this spectacular road leads east past Bhaktapur, Banepa, Dhulikhel and Dolalghat and then turns north following the course of the Sun Koshi and Bhotekoshi rivers. Picturesque villages and tranquil terraced fields against a backdrop of green hills are the scenic rewards on the trail. The trip takes 4 days up and down. Overnight in Dhulikhel and Tatopani ( 3 km before Kodari) where you can enjoy the natural hot water springs.

Kathmandua-Daman ( 1 day and one way return by car)
The 75 km stretch up to Daman on the Tribhuwan Highway has the reputation of the best bike ride in Nepal. The best aspect of this route is that there is very few traffic in this road. The road spirals up and down endless hills and passes through broad valleys and small villages. The bike ride lasts all day. In Daman, tourist standard accommodation available. One night stay in Daman is recommended that will reward you with the splendid views of Himalayas and sunrise in the next day morning

Balaju-Kakani ( 1 day)
The route to Kakani( altitude 1,982m) branches off at Balaju Bypass ( 3 km to the northwest of Kathmandu Central). It is a slow and easy ascent to this hill resort, 23km northwest of Kathmandu. The trip offers a magnificent view of Ganesh Himal along with the fresh and serene atmosphere of the hills. There are a number of restaurants on the way and some accommodation also available in Kakani if you wish to stay overnight.

Nagarkot ( 2 Days)
After an early breakfast, we set out to Bhaktapur- one of the medieval principalities of Kathmandu Valley. We will spend a couple of hours through the Durbar square, temples and streets of Bhaktapur to explore its hidden secrets. From here, we head northeast to Nagarkot on an excellent, but quiet, tarmac road. We take 20 kilometer gradual climb though the terraced fields, village dwellings and finally reach to the top of Nagarkot which offers magnificent view of Himalayas. We stay one night here in this superb viewpoint. The next day, after enjoying the glorious sun rise view, the day begins with an exciting descent by single track trail. We pass through several rustic villages with a continuing backdrop of Himalayan views, on our way down the ridge. The trail brings us to Changu Narayan Temple, which dates back to 3-4 Th century We continue downhill along the winding tarmac road to Bhaktapur. After having lunch in Bhaktapur Durbar Square, we ride back to Kathmandu through the ancient Newari village called Thimi.

Namobuddha (3 days)
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, along Kodari highway the only road that links Nepal with Tibet. ( 28km, altitude gain 500m).We stay overnight in lidge in this panoramic place. The second day we cover 27 km with an altitude gain of 300m to Namobuddha along a dirt tarmac road, climbing and descending. According to legend, Namobuddha was the place where the Buddha, in a previous incarnation, gave his flesh to a hungry tigress as an offering. Leaving this hilltop, we plunge into the lush fields below, continuing on to the ancient village of Panauti, where the Buddha lived as a prince prior to his offering to the tigress.We follow a picturesque river on a mix of tarmac and dirt roads back to Dhulikhel. The third day, we ride 20 km througth the villages Banepa- Nala - Bhaktapur and finally to Kathmandu with an altitude loss of 200m

 
 
 
 
 
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