Have any thoughts about riding a bike tour in the Himalayas? Raconteur Adventure Manang Motorbike Ride offers the perfect blend of natural sight and culture as we ride along the edge of the Himalayan trail. Including the combined journey featuring Dusty road, Rivers, snowcapped mountains, jungle, Local Cuisine, and many more to explore at Manang. Manang is a town lying at an altitude of 3519m close to the Tibetan border and has a very less population of  6,527 people according. Manang is very rich in terms of flora and fauna. The major three tracks that start from here are Thorong La Pass, Muktinath, Mustang, and Lhasa.

Manang Motorbike Ride Highlights

• Set your foot into Tibetan monasteries to receive blessings and to enjoy chortens on the way.
• Get an amazing experience in the Annapurna trekking trail that too on a motorbike ride.
• Exploration of nomadic Manangi people, and their lifestyle in the Annapurna range.
• Behold a magnificently beautiful view of Mt. Annapurna, Nilgiri, Tilicho range.
• See, and observe the local culture, the people of Gurung and Thakali villages.
• Satisfying Ride and Hike experience to Tilicho Lake at an altitude of 4920m.
• Wholesome ride experience for all adventure lovers and thrill-seekers.
• Explore the rain shadow area of Manang, Annapurna range.
• Tilicho Lake is the highest lake in the world.
• Manang and Khangsar village ride.
• Visit Gompa Monastery.

Manang encircles with snow glittering high mountains of 7000 to 8000 meters. The area was opened to outsiders in late 1970. The northern part of the Manang valley has very dry land due to the less rainfall. Thousands of tourists come to this manang valley either for recreation purposes or to Muktinath for wishing the prayer and for wishes. Also, Manang valley is the Largest village on the Annapurna circuit.

Manang Motorbike Ride

Manang Motorbike ride lets you experience the nomadic world of the Annapurna circuit, the highest Lake Tilicho Lake. The tour lets you experience the extreme adventure of the Himalayas. Manang Motorbiker ride tour is  for adventure junkies and thrill-seekers. The motorbike tour commences from Kathmandu to Beshishar is a smooth roadway. We will ride along the roadways of the river Marshyandi from where the adventure ride starts. We will pass now through Chame and visit near Monastery and pray here. Upon reaching Manang we will explore the highest lake, the Tilicho Lake at 4920 M. And we ride towards Kangsar Village.

When is the best time for Biking?

This bike Tour is challenging so experts suggest the best season for this tour is Spring and Autumn avoiding the rainy season.  These seasons offer a clear view of mountains and panoramic landscapes.

Manang has an amazing atmosphere. At night the stars are vivid & bright to the fullest rewarding you the true experience. Lhosar is celebrated here and is not to miss a major festival for the Mongolian community.

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Upper Mustang has many things to deliver right in its bag. View of mountains, rugged terrain, colourful rituals and festivals are some of them. Mustang area was restricted until 1992. Several choices exist to reach Mustang, but the Motorbike ride is the most fulfilling one. Riding listening to the engine sound of affluent motorcycles through the off-roads of Mustang is a complete experience by all means. Once famous as the last forbidden kingdom of Nepal, Upper Mustang now welcomes travellers worldwide wishing to participate in Mother Nature’s act of true blissfulness. Upper Mustang Motorbike Ride of Raconteur Adventure is among the best bike rides in Nepal.

Multiple facets of the Mustang unfolds once you set your foot in this region. Mustang is at north bordering is, the Tibet. Upper Mustang Bike Ride tests your skill of riding and patience. This bike ride to Mustang is a different experience altogether into the Himalayas. Reaching Lower Mustang on the motorbike is relatively easy compared with Upper Mustang. Both Upper and Lower Mustang rewards you with the enchanting view of terrains, hills and mountains. Road trip to Mustang collectively goes up and down. Before Mustang and its landscapes lure you, fascinating villages, lush green hills, and the culture you encounter accompany you along the ride. As you ride, gaining more altitude, the view becomes more vivid and satisfying. Upper Mustang Motorbike Ride is a complete ride, and Raconteur Adventure offers the best 13 Days itinerary of Upper Mustang Motorbike Ride.

The Upper Mustang region is still one of Nepal’s isolated places, and the number of international visitors allowed is government-controlled. Upper Mustang Motorbike Ride is adventurous and challenging. So, a good meal and friendly accommodation are essential.

Meals and Accommodation

In this bike ride to Upper Mustang, a lovely tea house and lodge accommodation will ensure your comfort in the mountains and cities; star category hotel serves you. A meal including typical Nepali taste, Dal, Bhat, Tarkari (Rice, cereal soup and veggies) are available throughout the ride. Mustang Bike ride composes of rocky ascents, gravel roads and smooth blacktopped roads. Raconteur Adventure will manage the best riding motorbike and safety gear for you. A comfortable and well-managed itinerary is a must, especially for riding at high altitudes. So keeping in mind the safety and comfort of our guests, our offering for this ride is of 13 days.

Itinerary Overview;Upper Mustang Motorbike Ride

Upper Mustang Bike Ride commences from Pokhara. From Pokhara, we will ride through a circuitous road following the same route of Annapurna Circuit. We will ride to Kalopani from Pokhara and then to Muktinath from Kalopani. We will return to Kagbeni from Muktinath and will drive to Ghami. On day six of the Upper Mustang motorbike ride, we will ride to Lo-Monthang. The next day, we will explore Lo-Monthang on foot and ride to Kora La, the Tibetan Border from Lo-Monthang and return to Lo-Monthang. Then, we will ride back to Pokhara via Gilling, Kagbeni and Tatopani. Then, we will ride or drive back to Kathmandu.

Best Season

Upper Mustang and its vividness are best during Summer. During the summer months of June to September, the vibrancy of vegetation, Himalayan arid plateau, and clear sky comes into play together. Another best time to experience Mustang is from March to December. As the Upper Mustang region is in the rain shadow area of Himalaya, the monsoon also serves a magnificent view of the Mustang. Weather in winter reaches below -20 °C, making it extremely hard to get Lo-Monthang during winters. May is the ideal time to celebrate the annual Tiji Festival if you wish to see more colourful rituals here in Mustang. This celebration is seen for three days.

Mustang is paradise in this part of the world. From experiencing one of the highest human settlements of Nepal, playing hide and seek with hills and forest, to interacting with mountains, the Upper Mustang Motorbike ride knows how to allure you into its magic. So, allow us to manage this bike ride to Mustang. Raconteur Adventure ensures a safe, comfortable Upper Mustang Motorbike ride.

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