Mountain Biking Holidays in Nepal

Often called as a “trekker’s paradise”, Nepal stands as the ultimate place not just for trekking, but also for Mountain Biking. The Mountain Biking holidays in Nepal offer a real taste of biking thrill. The difficult terrain is a challenging yet captivating experience for all die hard bikers. Exploration of unseen places in mountains is an added bonus of biking in Nepal. 

For those who want to explore into the unknown, biking in the Nepalese  foothills present an adventure of a  life time.

Trekking in Nepal is a traditional adventure activity and has been a part of the tourist packages since decades.  However, the mountain biking holidays in Nepal came in to existence mainly in the last decade due to affordable bikes and rapid developments in bike design.

At present, Nepal adventure holidays offer a combo package of both the activities viz. Trekking and Biking.

If one wants to push the boundaries beyond his / her limits just get going on your own or hire a guide in Nepal for a richer experience. Along the biking route, familiarize yourself with the traditional and cultural heritage of the country. The place offers a rewarding experience with rough and ready biking in the untouched and undisturbed rural surroundings.

The biking bonanza is a new trend in the Himalayan tourist heaven; however, the facilities for biking enthusiasts are developing at a very fast pace. Many new tourist companies have come up with a large variety of services required for an interesting biking trip, offering the latest bikes on a suitable rent; these bikes are well maintained and are designed to give you the most comfortable rides.

Basic Types of Biking

Downhill biking

For all adventure lovers, Nepal provides the best full suspension downhill biking routes in the world. A metalled road may or may not be available during downhill biking, but you will definitely encounter some thrilling trails. The fastest technical downhill is Manakarmana bike trail. Popular trails for downhill biking in Nepal are Sarankot, Nagarkot and Annapurna.

Uphill biking

Uphill biking is an exciting but strenuous activity. For athletic bikers, the routes provide a life time opportunity to test their real strength. There are various popular uphill biking routes in Nepal. Choose any of them based on your suitability.

Remember, it is always recommend to go for biking in a new area, only under the expert supervision of guides. This is suggested due to the uncertain and risky tracks and trails for biking in Nepal. Ensure that you adhere to this while touring Nepal by bike or on foot. Entertainment and adventure activities should be undertaken, only when they are safely performed.  

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Popular Treks in Bhutan

Bhutantrekking holiday offers great opportunities for trekking enthusiasts with a lot of scope for a splendid trekking. The place with its heavenly and excellent scenic beauty, suits the senses of one and all. It has deep valleys with gorges and canyons, which are really amazing to look at. Untouched and virgin lofty peaks and a vast mountain range have a lot of scope for discovering the unknown. 

Tourists who come to this exotic location explore the real sense of Bhutan trekking tour adventure, which is beyond imagination. The place is best suited for hiking and trekking freaks. Trekking in Bhutan is the favorite adventure activity for the visitors. The best seasons for Bhutan Trekking are October to November and March to May.

Remarkable Treks in Bhutan

Most remarkable treks for a splendid Bhutan trekking holiday are:

Snowman Trek

It’s a 25 days trekking event into one of the country’s most far-flung valleys. Also, it is one of the toughest high altitude treks, but a remarkable experience for every person taking up the challenge.

Chomolhari Trek

Chomolhari is undoubtedly the best trek that endows you with a vivid Bhutanese landscape. It is among the most undisturbed trek of the world. Therefore, it is open to a wide scope of exploration.

Bhutan Laya Trek

Trekking is highly exclusive at Bhutan Laya Trek. Tourists will find only a handful of nomadic yak herders on the way. Moreover, the tranquility and exoticism of nature is a pleasure to watch.

Land of Thunder Dragon Trek

Landof Thunder Dragon Trek makes the trekkers familiar with ancient monasteries, forts and museums. Also, the tourists get to see eye catching view of scenic Bhutanese villages.

Knowledgeable Tips on Trekking in Bhutan

  As trekking is mainly affected by rains, hence rainy seasons should be avoided for a tour to Bhutan.

 Bhutan Trekking should be organized for minimum of four days and maximum of twenty five days. The trekking day starts with five to seven hours of walking. Walk is really exhausting and tiring. For conveyance, the local animals like ponies and yaks are available.

Always plan a trekking tour under observation of professional organizers. Trekking organizers in Bhutan have expert trekkers for assistance; they walk ahead of the trekking party and make necessary provisions like erecting tents and clearing major hurdles.

 Don’t forget to gear up with the basic trekking requirements like trendy efficient flashlights, sun glasses, warm sleeping bag, trekking boots, insect repellents, first aid box, rain coat, backpack, etc.

Thus, next time you plan to visit a place to satiate your trekking thirst, choose a Bhutan trekking holiday. 

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