Nepal Mountain Bike & Safari Adventure
Ridge-top trails around the Kathmandu valley, medieval Newari towns, then a jungle safari in Chitwan
The journey
A ten-day private cycling adventure around the rim of the Kathmandu valley: hill stations with Himalayan views, forest singletrack and the medieval Newari towns of Panauti and Dhulikhel, followed by two days of jungle safari in Chitwan National Park. Riding days are three to six hours with a support vehicle, on quality mountain bikes.
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Best time for this tour
Oct–Apr
Gold marks the best months. Thinking of another time of year? Ask us what's possible.
The stops
- 01Kathmandu3 nights
- 02Kakani1 night
- 03Chisapani1 night
- 04Nagarkot1 night
- 05Dhulikhel1 night
- 06Chitwan2 nights
The journey ends back in Kathmandu.
Day by day
Arrival and a relaxed afternoon. Your bike guide fits your mountain bike and runs through the route over dinner.
NightKathmandu
Weave out of the city and climb steadily to the ridge-top village of Kakani, whose viewpoint looks across a long stretch of the Himalayas on clear days.
NightKakani
Trails and forest tracks along the edge of Shivapuri National Park, with views back over the valley, to the hill station of Chisapani.
NightChisapani
Rolling ridge-line riding through villages and terraced fields to Nagarkot, the classic Himalayan viewpoint east of Kathmandu.
NightNagarkot
Watch the sunrise over the Himalayas, then descend along the ridge to Panauti, one of the best-preserved Newari towns in Nepal, and on to Dhulikhel.
NightDhulikhel
A final ride through farmland and villages towards Bhaktapur and the city, where the bikes are handed back, with time to explore Bhaktapur's squares on the way.
NightKathmandu
Swap two wheels for four and drive down to the Terai lowlands and Chitwan National Park. Evening by the Rapti River.
NightChitwan
A canoe ride, a guided jungle walk and a jeep safari in search of rhinos, deer, crocodiles and birdlife.
NightChitwan
Drive back to Kathmandu for a farewell dinner.
NightKathmandu
Transfer to the airport, or fly on to Paro to continue into Bhutan.
What's included
- Mountain bike, helmet and support vehicle on riding days
- Licensed guide and bike guide
- Hotels and lodges with breakfast; all meals in Chitwan
- Chitwan jungle activities (canoe, jungle walk, jeep safari)
- All transfers and ground transport
- Government taxes
Not included
- International flights and the Nepal visa fee
- Travel insurance covering cycling
- Lunches and dinners outside Chitwan
- Drinks, personal expenses and tips
Gallery
Singletrack above the Kathmandu valley
A Newari town square
Canoeing in Chitwan
Rhino in Chitwan National ParkEnquire about this journey
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Nepal Mountain Bike & Safari Adventure FAQs
Good to know
Still wondering about something? Ask our Thimphu team directly. We're happy to help.
Ask us on WhatsAppYou should be comfortable riding three to six hours a day on mixed trails with some long climbs. A support vehicle follows the route, so you can take a break or skip a section whenever you like.
No. We provide a quality mountain bike and helmet. Bring your own pedals, saddle or clothing if you prefer.
October to April, when the trails are dry and the mountain views clearest. The monsoon (June to September) makes trails muddy and views rare.
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