Trail • All mountain • Enduro • Solukhumbu

Mustang

11 days riding / 14 days / 13 nights • 5300 meters max altitude

Searching for the Yeti ( Part 1 )

A true high-altitude singletrack masterclass in the heart of Himalaya

With this trip into the heart of the highest mountains in the world, you'll discover all of Nepal’s wealth. It’s Buddhist and Hindu temples, ancient civilisations, high altitudes and unforgettable trails

Total Distance

Flexible

Highest Altitude

5300 meters

Longest Downhill

18km

Optimal Season

Nov/Dec and  May/June


The Elevation Profile

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Max Altitude4879 m
Min Altitude2215 m
Elevation Gain0 m
Elevation Loss2664 m
Avg Elevation3154 m

The itinerary

8 riding days · 12 days total

01 - Arrival & Kathmandu Welcome

Upon arrival in Kathmandu, we’ll transfer you directly from the airport to Hotel Timila. The afternoon is dedicated to assembling and fine-tuning your bike, followed by your choice of cultural sightseeing or a relaxing yoga session to unwind before hitting the trails.

Begin your riding journey with a customizable warm-up loop around the Kathmandu Valley, covering 30–50 km with up to 1,000 meters of elevation gain. This scenic ride winds through vibrant rice fields and historic old towns, offering a spectacular introduction to the local terrain. Cap off the day with evening sightseeing or yoga before spending another night at Hotel Timila.

We’ll travel by van toward Manakamana (1,300 meters), a historic hilltop pilgrimage site home to a famous wish-fulfilling goddess temple. You can choose to save your legs by taking the iconic cable car to the top or tackle the steep climb by pedaling. From the summit, you'll drop into an absolute highlight of the trip: a thrilling, mega-downhill descent. Once at the bottom, a scenic 2-hour van transfer brings us straight to the lakeside city of Pokhara.

We’ll travel by van toward Manakamana (1,300 meters), a historic hilltop pilgrimage site home to a famous wish-fulfilling goddess temple. You can choose to save your legs by taking the iconic cable car to the top or tackle the steep climb by pedaling. From the summit, you'll drop into an absolute highlight of the trip: a thrilling, mega-downhill descent. Once at the bottom, a scenic 2-hour van transfer brings us straight to the lakeside city of Pokhara.

Catch a scenic morning flight to Jomsom to officially kick off the big mountain adventure. From the airstrip, enjoy a relaxed 15 km acclimatization ride to the ancient town of Kagbeni (2,800m). The striking, windswept landscapes are so spectacular that you won't want to hurry. Distance: 15 km. Night in Kagbeni.

Catch a scenic morning flight to Jomsom to officially kick off the big mountain adventure. From the airstrip, enjoy a relaxed 15 km acclimatization ride to the ancient town of Kagbeni (2,800m). The striking, windswept landscapes are so spectacular that you won't want to hurry. Distance: 15 km. Night in Kagbeni.

Climb out of Kagbeni to a 3,600m ridge offering sweeping, panoramic views across the desert-like Mustang terrain. After passing through a beautiful, traditional Tibetan village, plunge into a superb, high-speed downhill singletrack. End the day in Tinighaon (2,800m) with an authentic, incredibly welcoming homestay experience.

Distance: 25 km | Elevation Gain: 1,200m. | Hotel: Night in Tinighaon.

Spend the day exploring the remote trails around Tinighaon, starting with a climb to a hidden alpine lake at 3,800m for a scenic picnic lunch. Continue ascending to a spectacular 4,200m plateau facing some of the highest peaks on Earth, before dropping into a local favorite: an incredible downhill trail mixing perfect flow with technical challenges.

Distance: 25 km | Elevation Gain: 1,400m. | Night in Tinighaon.

The biggest challenge of the trip takes you into thin air. After a 1-hour morning shuttle to 4,200m, you'll tackle the final 1,100-meter push to Mesokanto Pass (5,300m) via a mix of riding, pushing, and bike-carrying. Reward yourself at the summit with world-class views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and Tilicho Lake before a massive, unforgettable downhill descent all the way back to Thinigaon. (Zero pressure—riders can turn back to base at any point if needed). Night in Thinigaon.

The biggest challenge of the trip takes you into thin air. After a 1-hour morning shuttle to 4,200m, you'll tackle the final 1,100-meter push to Mesokanto Pass (5,300m) via a mix of riding, pushing, and bike-carrying. Reward yourself at the summit with world-class views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and Tilicho Lake before a massive, unforgettable downhill descent all the way back to Thinigaon. (Zero pressure—riders can turn back to base at any point if needed). Night in Thinigaon.

Climb out of Kalopani up to the high-alpine Numsang Plateau, a stunning pasture home to local yaks. Take a break directly in front of the massive Dhaulagiri mountain face before dropping into a brilliant downhill section. Finish the day by exploring a secluded zone right under the mountain flanks, home to two beautiful, hidden alpine lakes.

Distance: 35 km | Elevation Gain: 700m. | Night in Kalopani.

Climb out of Kalopani up to the high-alpine Numsang Plateau, a stunning pasture home to local yaks. Take a break directly in front of the massive Dhaulagiri mountain face before dropping into a brilliant downhill section. Finish the day by exploring a secluded zone right under the mountain flanks, home to two beautiful, hidden alpine lakes.

Distance: 35 km | Elevation Gain: 700m. | Night in Kalopani.

Pack up the gear and catch a comfortable 5-hour private van transfer back to Kathmandu. Upgrade Option: Guests can opt for a last-minute, 30-minute scenic flight back to the capital for an additional $110 USD. Night in Kathmandu.

Enjoy your final morning in Kathmandu for any last-minute shopping or resting. A private airport transfer will be perfectly timed with your flight schedule to drop you off for your international departure.

High-altitude logistics

Bike Requirements

Travel Logistics

Available departures

June 04 to 17, 2026

Group of 7


Included

Travel Logistics

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Altitude sickness occurs when your body cannot adapt to the lower oxygen levels and reduced air pressure at high elevations, usually starting above 2,500 meters (8,000 feet)To avoid it, we take our time to get fully acclimated to high elevation, specially on the first dasy, we will going up slowly.Our guide always carry oxygen bottle with them i case of emergency.

Trail/all mountain or Enduro bikeYou can  contact us to talk about the best setting for your bike, choice of the tyres, chaining size

We love to eat well and you will be surprise by the quality of the food. We privilege local specialty and we can adapt the menu to any specific food allergy/preference

Each rider has his own preference bike choice, we highly recommend people to bring their own bike, in case of you prefer to rent a bike, we have a large selection of bikes available for rental, contact us to check which model is available

You can get easily your visa at airport upon your arrival.
You will not need any specific vaccines for our tours.

Yes, we will offer different options for non rider person who will like to join the tour Hiking, yoga, cultural sightseeing, many options are possible.

Searching for the Yeti (Part 1)

Searching for the Yeti (Part 1)