Royal Trek mountain biking overnight tour in Pokhara

Pokhara is well-known for its amazing landscape, mountain views and the Phewa Lake. While mountain biking you will traverse through many colorful mountain villages, witness an incredible culture and observe the stunning views of Mt. Fishtail (6993m), Annapurna I (8091m), Dhaulagiri (8167m), Manaslu (8163m) and other Himalayan ranges.

Yes, beginners can go on a mountain bike trip in Pokhara. There are trails available for every level of riders from beginners to seasoned pro.

Mountain biking in Pokhara, Nepal requires proper mountain bike, protective gears that includes helmet, gloves, elbow and knee pads. You should consider packing comfortable and durable clothing, a camel bag or water bottle, spare tubes, pump and a multi-tool. It is also recommended to pack things like first aid kit, GPS device, a map and a camera to capture the majestic views of the mountains and the landscape. Before starting to pack things, make sure all the items are in proper working condition.

Yes, there are many mountain bike rental shops in Pokhara. Most of them rent very basic bikes. However, there are countable number of mountain biking companies renting top-notch mountain bike that can handle any trails and terrain.

The difficulty of the mountain biking trails in Pokhara depend on the selection of specific trail. There are trails that suit the level of every riders from novice to seasoned pro.

Yes, there are many selection of mountain biking guided tours available in Pokhara. Visit some local tour operators to have a best mountain biking experience in the Himalayan land.

Mountain biking in Pokhara requires a properly designed mountain bike with reliable parts and components that is capable of going through rough climbs and technical descends. It is ideal to fully understand the trail and your riding preference for a specific selection of bike. However, dual suspension mountain bike with proper suspension system and a dropper seat post is highly recommended.

Mountain biking in Pokhara can be done all year round. But if you are afraid of getting wet from the monsoon (Jul. to Sep.) rain then October to June is the perfect time for mountain biking in Pokhara.

Yes, mountain biking in Pokhara is safe. But note that it is a high-risk activity that involves accidents and crashes, if you are unfamiliar with the trail and terrain. So, for your safety and an enjoyable mountain biking experience hiring a local guide or joining a group is highly recommended.

There are many popular mountain biking trails in Pokhara suited to different skills and abilities. Among them, round the Phewa Lake, Sarangkot, Kalikasthan, Begnas Lake, world peace stupa and Australian Camp are the most popular trails in Pokhara.