Lower Mustang MTB - 10 Days
Highlights
- Ride in the stark and stunning Tibetan Plateau, then plunge down through the “deepest gorge in the world” into the lush, green middle hills of Nepal
- High point at the sacred temple of Muktinath, 3800m
- Amazing single trails, very technical but also the less challenging trails for everyone
- Mix of hotel and tea house accommodation - comfort levels customizable depending on your preferences and budget
- Incredible cultural diversity: explore the old and the new in Kathmandu and contrast this with the ancient trading communities along the trails
Brief itinerary
| Day | Destination |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Welcome to Kathmandu; explore the local Bazaar |
| Day 2 | Fly to Pokhara, relax or explore |
| Day 3 | Fly to Jomsom, Ride to Kagbeni |
| Day 4 | Drop to Muktinath and ride down to Jomsom |
| Day 5 | Ride to Kalopani |
| Day 6 | Ride to Tatopani |
| Day 7 | Ride to Beni and drive to Pokhara |
| Day 8 | Ride in Pokhara or relax |
| Day 9 | Fly to Kathmandu, relax or explore |
| Day 10 | Farewell, for now |
Chat with a local specialist who can help organize your trip.
Overview
| Fast facts | |
|---|---|
| Min. duration | 10 days |
| Max. elevation | 3800m (at the sacred temple of Muktinath) |
| Start/finish | Kathmandu/Kathmandu |
| Difficulty | Challenging |
| Accommodation | Hotels and teahouses |
Coming from the lush, green valleys of Nepal, you will be blown away by this starkly beautiful high altitude desert, bordered to the south by some of the Himalaya’s highest mountains.
The Mustang region is characterized by incredibly sculpted canyons; ancient fortress-villages which offer oases of green fields in the arid landscape of the ‘Tibetan’ Plateau; high passes and stark ridge-lines, all set against the backdrop of the soaring snow-peaks of the Himalayas.
You will ride through the southern part of the ancient Kingdom of Lo, which is tucked away at the headwaters of the ‘deepest gorge in the world’, the Kali Gandaki river. While the northern part is a restricted area, we are free to ride and explore the trails here in Lower Mustang, to enjoy the hospitality of our friendly hosts and to experience the incredible diversity of Nepal. In just 10 days we can immerse ourselves in the cultural melting pot of the Kathmandu Valley and spend time in the ancient trading communities which lie on our trail, which happens to be along the ancient trade route to Tibet.
The area has amazing single trails that will appeal to All Mountain and Enduro riders as well as jeep trails and less dramatic single trails which will bring a smile to the face of any mountains biker.
Expert tip
This ride links in well with some time relaxing in the charming lakeside town of Pokhara, or take a trek in the incredible Annapurnas, enjoy some time in a village or homestay, or simply continue on down to the Terai for some time in the jungle.
Customize your ride
Your ride can be customized in a number of ways, we can stick to the single trail pretty much every day and have some amazing uplifts for those who like gravity assisted riding. This ride, however, can also be customized to suit those who like bigger less technical trails and big climbs, just let us know what tickles your fancy and we will design the perfect ride for you.
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