Mountain Biking Tour in Nepal: Ride the Himalayas to Pikey Peak

Things to know

• What’s included?

  Included:

  • • An experienced MTB guide with extensive knowledge of the area
    • 8-day mountain biking tour in Nepal (6 days of guided riding)
    • Accommodation for 6 nights in a comfy hotel and mountain lodge (double occupancy rooms) and 1 night in Pikey Peak base camp
    • All meals (7 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 7 dinners)
    • Support car and mechanic
    • 4×4 transportation
    • National park permits
    • Airport transfers
    • Extra activities outside of biking, as in the itinerary:
      • Hiking
      • Yoga
      • Sightseeing

  Add-ons (pricing shown at checkout):

  • • Single occupancy room
    • Bike rentals

  Not included:

  • • Flights
    • Mountain bike and gear rentals
    • Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
    • Anything not mentioned in the “Included” section above
    • Insurance — recommended, available to add at checkout
      Guide gratuities — optional
• How fit do I need to be?

  This mountain biking tour in Nepal is best suited for riders with a very good level of fitness and prior mountain biking experience. Expect riding up to 40 km (25 mi) per day, with up to 1,200 m (3,937 ft) of elevation gain and 2,700 m (8,858 ft) of elevation loss, often over multiple days in a row.

  The terrain ranges from jeep tracks to purpose-built trails and natural singletrack, with some technical sections along the way. There are also moments where we’ll need to push or carry the bikes, especially at higher elevations. Altitude adds another layer of challenge, particularly on climbs and longer days.

  You don’t need to be a pro, but you should be comfortable on varied terrain and used to spending long days in the saddle.

• What do I need to bring?

  Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:

  • • Day bag pack for rides
    • Cycling shoes
    • Cycling clothing
    • Eye protection (riding goggles/sunglasses)
    • Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity)
    • Light jacket for riding
    • Insulation layers for cooler conditions (puffy jacket, long-sleeve base layers)
    • Personal toiletries
    • Sunscreen
    • Sunglasses
    • Camera — optional (but recommended)

  Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.

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• Can I rent a bike?

  Yes, you can rent a bike—add it to your booking at checkout. Here are the two options your guides offer: 

  • • The Commencal Meta AM is a full-suspension enduro bike built for aggressive trails, offering excellent stability and control on steep descents and rough terrain. It’s a reliable choice for long days in the mountains, handling everything from flowy singletrack to technical sections with ease.
    • The Commencal Meta Power, on the other hand, is a full-suspension e-MTB that adds pedal assist to help you conserve energy on long climbs and high-altitude days. It delivers the same confident handling on descents as a traditional enduro bike, making it a great option for maximizing riding time and covering more ground.
• Group sizes and age requirements

  Group sizes and pricing

  • • For this mountain biking tour in Nepal, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 3:1. 
    • It takes a minimum of 3 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 20 participants.

  A mountain biking tour in Nepal can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

  Min. age requirements

  • • If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
• Is a single occupancy room available?

  The price for this mountain biking tour in Nepal is based on twin-share rooms, but a single occupancy room can be arranged at an additional fee. You can add it to your booking at checkout.

• Getting there and meeting location

  The starting point of your mountain biking tour in Nepal is Kathmandu. To get there, most people fly into Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM). From there, you’ll be transported to Hotel Timila in Kathmandu (included in the price).

  You will meet your guide in the hotel in Kathmandu on Day 1.

• Safety measures and insurance

  We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with insurance. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout.

  Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations! Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.

• Deposit and cancellation policy

  Deposits

  Secure your spot with a 30% deposit upon booking! The remaining 70% of the trip price must be paid 90 days prior to departure at the latest. If booking within 90 days of departure, the full amount is required at the time of booking.

  Cancellations

  Booking fees are non-refundable after a 48-hour grace period. During checkout, however, you can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options—Basic, Flexible, or Super Flexible. Depending on which one you choose, a different cancellation policy will apply to your booking.

  Basic

  • • If cancelled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
    • If cancelled 60 or more days before departure, a 70% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
    • If cancelled within 59 days of departure, no refund will be issued.

  Flexible

  • • If cancelled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
    • If cancelled 60 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
    • If cancelled 30-59 days before departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
    • If cancelled within 29 days of departure, no refund will be issued.

  Super Flexible

  • • If cancelled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
    • If cancelled 30 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
    • If cancelled within 29 days of departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.