Motorbike Road Trip to Muktinath

On all tours a jeep is provided to carry luggage and spare parts etc.

Minimum kit is only taken as your main luggage and suitcases etc is left behind in Pokhara.

The jeep is not always behind the main group, so do not pack away anything essential that you may need on the ride.

Take a small rucksack with you your items that you’ll need throughout the day …. camera being one!!

At altitude, the sun smacks down on you harder than you’d expect. Make sure you bring some sun cream, we recommend at least factor 30 and bring it out with you, it is a pain trying to find it in Nepal!

We can work with you to set up best angles for shots etc. But just bear in mind your going to be on a motorcycle and if you put the SLR in the wagon, you may not have it too hand.

Gopro’s – bring as many as you want!! We can even help you put together a show real and film of your trip.

You should bring your own medical kit. You need to advise us on any medical ailments that you may have and if you do have any, you must bring any emergency medication with you.

Despite us having a med kit, it’s advised to bring your own rehydration salts, band aids, compression bandages, pain killers, antiseptic cream, alcohol swabs and Imodium.

Normally after the day’s ride is finished we head to our rooms, get freshened up and enjoy a nice cold one! … or two!!

It’s a relaxed affair, with a clean pair of trousers, t-shirt, sweater and comfortable footwear being all thats needed.

Down jackets, beanie hats and scarfs are ideal for the cooler months and winter.

Sleeping bags aren’t necessary as all the hotels will provide clean sheets and blankets.

Nepal suffers from intermittent power supply due to technical and political issues. It is recommended to bring a power bank to charge cameras and phones etc.

Bring a power adapter and a head torch is also pretty useful.

Fly.

We can arrange your flights for you.

You can go by road and see more of the country side, but we recommend flying so you get the most out of your time in Pokhara.

You need to get an International Driving Permit.

They cost about $30.

Again, we can help you out with this.

We give you a briefing in the evening before the tour starts in Pokhara.

The briefing enables you a chance to meet our team and your bike!

Normally the briefing is helped along with a cold one and some snacks.

The infamous Royal Enfield.
With an incredible history we have a number of varying models in the fleet. For Upper Mustang areas, we use the new Royal Enfield Himalayan adventure bike. Its 400cc high compression engine is built for purpose whilst the chassis and components are perfect when tackling the high passes of the Himalayas.

The climate varies dramatically with altitude and the seasons. Luckily, the weather changes are mostly predictable so we can schedule tours in advance. We spend most of our time in the mid-hills where the climate is perfect for riding. With bright sunshine, few showers, clear roads, fresh air and stunning scenery, its motorcycle Nirvana!

Between mid November and February, early mornings can be chilly and it can get cold at night when we ride over 2000m. In the south of the country, at low altitude, it gets seriously hot from about may. Between June and August the monsoon season takes a hold. Although its warm and the rivers are in full flow, there are land slides and journeys can be unpredictable.

The local currency in Nepal is the Nepalese Rupee (NPR). It is hinged on the Indian Rupee which is closely related to the US Dollar.
$1 – 100 NPR.

As a guide, a beer will cost you about 300NPR, and a main meal is about 500 – 1000NPR.

On the tour, it is best to assume that there are no ATMS or money changers. So bring enough cash with you! Souvenirs, snacks and beer money is all you really need!

You will not meet a more humble and ready to laugh bunch of people anywhere in the world.

The Nepali way is an incredible testament to their resilience and good natured spirit. They have a brilliant sense of humour and are ready to smile at the drop of a hat!

It is customary to always use your right hand when passing money in a shop, an item to a friend, or when eating with your hands (as the Nepali’s do). it is a sign of respect and is a good habit to get into early on.

The local language is Nepali which is similar to Hindi in India. Nepali’s can usually speak both Hindi and Nepali, but an Indian won’t necessarily understand Nepali. It is a simple language and the locals are forgiving if you make mistakes! Start with Namaste (hello) Sanchai Hunchha (are you fine) when getting your visa!!

Travel insurance is mandatory and we will require your policy details. Please make sure that you are covered for non paved surfaces. Please get in touch with us in regards to the type of bike you will be riding as it depends on the particular tour and area you are going to.

Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) can affect anybody when at an altitude of 2500m or more. It does not depend on whether you are fit or not and even if you have been at altitude before, it doesn’t mean you are immune to the effects upon your next visit into thin air.

We have staged our tours to minimise the possibility of AMS and have not experienced any serious issues as yet.

We do carry Diamox with us to help treat the effects, but we recommend bringing your own supply. It is also important to keep hydrated when at altitude.
The symptoms of AMS are dizziness, nausea, headaches and disrupted sleep. Vomiting is an indication of advanced AMS.

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