Lhasa to Kathmandu Mountain Bike Tour -20 or 23 Days

"This mountain bike tour offers the world's longest and steepest descent – a non-stop downhill that begins on the Tibetan Plateau and winds 150 km down to the fertile rice fields of Nepal (an unbelievable 4600 m descent!)"

Two itinerary options:
Joining in Lhasa 20 days - Price USD 2,350.
Joining in Kathmandu 23 days - Price USD 2,750.

  • Package price

    USD 2,350 & 2,750

  • Trip Code

    MKA-1040

  • No of days

    20 or 23 Days

  • Group Size

    minimum 5 people

  • Challenge level

    Moderate

  • MEALS

    Included (B,L, D)

  • TRANSPORTATION

    Free pickup & drop.

  • ACCOMMODATION

    Hotel, Lodge & Camping

  • MAX ALTITUTE

    5,148 m

  • BEST SEASON

    May to October

  • SUITABLE FOR

    16 to 79 years old

Trip Overview

Lhasa to Kathmandu Mountain Bike Tour offers the world's longest and steepest descent – a non-stop downhill that begins on the Tibetan Plateau and winds 150 km down to the fertile rice fields of Nepal (an unbelievable 4600m descent!).

We will ride more than 1,100 km through Tibet on crushed stone roads and over spectacular mountain passes. The high point of the journey comes when we arrive at the monastery of Rongbuk and see Mount Everest Base Camp (5200m). Lhasha to Kathmandu Mountain Bike Tour is the only trip in the world where you can visit Everest Base Camp with a bicycle! It was here on the North Face that Reinhold Messner began his successful solo ascent of Everest in 1980.

We stay overnight during this journey in hotels and in tents. An experienced crew of guides, cooks, and drivers from both Nepal and Tibet provide for a smooth operation. The tours are available between the months of April and October and feature 15 full days of biking with full logistical support.

This mountain bike experience will also bring you into contact with three religions (Buddhism, Lamaism, and Hinduism) and act as an introduction to the mysticism of Tibetan culture, the friendliness of the people and the daily culture in villagers' lives.

Two itinerary options:

  • Joining in Lhasa 20 days - Price USD 2,350.
  • Joining in Kathmandu 23 days - Price USD 2,750.

Itinerary for Lhasa Kathmandu MTB

Day 01: Arrive at Lhasa

Arrive at Lhasa. Our staff will pick you up. transfer to the Hotel.

Included: H | Overnight at Hotel.


Day 02 Lhasa Full day Sightseeing

On this day we will enjoy a full day of sightseeing. We will visit Dshokhang Temple and the local market, but the highlight of the day will undoubtedly be the visit to Potala Palace, the former residence of the Dalai Lamas, which dominates the city.

Included: H/B | Overnight at Hotel.


Day 03 Lhasa Full-day Sightseeing

After breakfast, we'll visit the monastery of Drepung. In the afternoon you will be free either to explore the remaining attractions or prepare for the next day's biking.

Included: H/B | Overnight at Hotel.


Day 04: Start the Bike Tour [85 KM Cycling]

Finally, your trans-Himalayan biking adventure begins. We leave Lhasa and cycle along the Tsangpo River to the foot of the Kamba Pass (3700 m). When you arrive you will find tents, latrines, shower tent and facilities ready. Overnight accommodation in tents

Included: C/B/L/D


Day 05: Cycling to Kamba Pass [77 Km Cycling] [4700m Kamba Pass] Climb 950m

Your first mountain pass. A strong uphill climb reaches a summit lavishly adorned with prayer flags (4794m). After descending we continue alongside Lake Yamdruk, at the far side of which we set camp (4490m). Overnight accommodation in tents.

Included: C/B/L/D


Day 06: Cycling to Ralung crossing Karo Pass [56 Km Cycling]

Leaving the beautiful lake behind, we cycle through a ravine and up to the foot of the Karo Pass (4750m), to Ralung where our tented village will be prepared for the night. Overnight accommodation in tents.

Included: C/B/L/D


Day 07: Cycling to Gyantse [56 KM Cycling]

A significant day on the tour, as we have to get up early to climb the high Karo Pass (5010m). By now you will be feeling in good physical condition. Around us, we can see glaciers of 6000m and beautiful lakes. You are rewarded for your effort with a night in a top hotel in the city of Gyantse (3980m). Overnight accommodation at the Hotel.

Included: C/B/L/D


Day 08: Cycling to Shigatse [95 KM Cycling]

First, we will take an hour to visit the Palkhor Monastery and the old part of Gyantse town. Although today involves a longer distance, the highway is paved and flat. In the afternoon we will arrive in Tibet's second largest city, Shigatse (3860m). Overnight accommodation at the Hotel.

Included: H/B/L/D


Day 09: Gyachung Monastery(Rasa) [97 KM Cycling]

We leave Shigatse and ride over two small passes and through several small Tibetan villages. We will cycle past the isolated Gyachung Monastery and camp. Overnight accommodation in tents at around 4100m.

Included: H/B/L/D


Day 10: Cycling to Lhatse [62 KM]

The route leads us through picturesque valleys. Then the long ramp begins which leads to the Yulong pass (4520m). After lunch, we head towards Lhatse (3860m). Just before this town, there is a hot spring. We will camp approx. 10 km after Lhatse. Accommodation in tents.

Included: C/B/L/D


Day 11: Cycling to Shegar [76 KM]

Today we have to contemplate the stunning canyon of the 5220m Lakpa Pass. On a clear day, you will be rewarded for your effort with your first view of Mount Everest. After a 40 km ride through flat prairie towns you will arrive in the town of Pelbar, often referred to as Shegar. This town is a popular stopover for anyone heading to the Everest region. Overnight accommodation in a hotel.

Included: H/B/L/D


Day 12: Cycling to Pang Pass [67 KM] and Camping at Pasung [76 KM]

It's now time to divert from the Lhasa-Kathmandu highway and head towards the world's highest peak. First, you are faced with 20km of uphill switchbacks (42 hairpin bends in total!) before you reach the summit of the Pang Pass (5150m). Enjoy lunch as you gaze over Makalu (8463m), Shishapangma (8012m), Cho Oyu (8210m), Lhotse (8516m), Everest (8850m) and several other breathtaking peaks. Then a 20-kilometer downhill follows to the Rongbuk Valley (4200m), where we camp. Overnight accommodation in tents.

Included: C/B/L/D


Day 13: Cycling to Rongbuk Monastery (28 KM)

Now you should be at peak fitness and very excited about the approach of Everest Base Camp. A bumpy road winds up through the Rongbuk valley until the majestic Mount Everest appears before you. We will camp beside the monastery with the unforgettable sight of the 8850m peak in front of your eyes. We will stay here for two days. Overnight accommodation in tents (5150m).

Included: C/B/L/D


Day 14: Cycling to Everest Base Camp [about 2 KM]

A day to relax. However, you will definitely want to get as close as you can to Everest. You can walk, cycle or even take a donkey and cart ride to the base camp which is 2 KM from the campsite. Back to Jha Rongbuk Overnight accommodation in camp.

Included : C/B/L/D


Day 15 : Cycling to Old Tingri (Chamda) [approx. 86 KM]

Leaving Rongbuk, we head back down the bumpy road then take a "short-cut" into the mountains. Another bumpy trail takes us over a canyon and down into Tingri (4340m). Overnight accommodation in tents.

Included: C/B/L/D


Day 16 Cycling to before Peokutso Lake - Camping (approx 73 KM)

After breakfast in Tingri, we will then start our ride to the Peokutso Lake.

Peokutso Lake Paiku (or Peiku, Tibetan: Paiku-Tso or -Tsho) is a lake at 4,591 meters (15,062 ft) elevation on the Tibetan Plateau at south of the Yarlung Tsangpo (Brahmaputra) River. The lake is 27 kilometers (17 mi) long and 6 kilometers (3.7 mi) wide at its narrowest. It is surrounded by mountains reaching 5,700 to 6,000 meters (18,700 to 19,700 ft). Streams fed by glaciers cascade to the valley floor, but most sink into alluvial deposits before reaching the lake.

The surrounding catchment is an endorheic basin with no outlet. It would overflow into the Yarlung Tsangpo with a water level about 100 meters (330 ft) higher. The lake's brackish water is evidence that it has not overflowed in hundreds if not thousands of years.

Included: C/B/LD


Day 17: Cycling to the foot of Gontala Pass [74 KM Downhill Cycling] [4750 m]

Gyirong Town (Chinese: and Kerung in Nepali) is situated in the southern part of Gyirong County in the Tibet Autonomous Region of China. It is located 70 kilometers (43 mi) south of the county seat Zongga on the bank of Gyirong Zangbo river, a tributary of the Trishuli River. The town has an elevation of 2,700 meters (8,900 ft), with a subtropical mountain monsoon climate, meaning reasonable precipitation and warm weather. In 1961, Gyirong was established as a port of entry by the Chinese government.

Gyirong Town is an important town in the cross-border trade between China and Nepal. Historically it was a major thoroughfare. In December 2014, the port of entry between China and Nepal was opened. This route between China and Nepal is considered to be more reliable than one through Zhangmu.

In Gyirong Town, there is a village of ethnic Nepali referred to as Daman people. They are descendants of Nepalese Gurkha army centuries ago. Previously stateless, they were granted Chinese citizenship in 2003.

Included: C/B/L/D


Day 18: Cycling to KerongTown (110 KM)

After the breakfast in Upper Kerong, we will start cycling to Kerong border and will camp in the beautiful scenic campsite and stay overnight there. Hence the campsite is located in an extraordinary site you are encouraged to make the most of this day either cycling around or exploring the beautiful vicinity.

We will cycle around 70km before arriving at this campsite today.

Included: C/B/L/D


Day 19: Morning cycling till Syburbesi [45 KM] and drive back to Kathmandu.

After the breakfast at our beautiful campsite, we will start cycling until the lunchtime in Syburbesi where a pickup vehicle will be waiting for us to transfer back to Kathmandu

Included: H/B/L/D
Overnight at Hotel Thamel Eco Resort (Kathmandu)


Day 20: Fly back to home from Kathmandu

We will drop you at TIA(Kathmandu International Airport). Fly back to your home.

Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu. Transfer to Hotel(Thamel Eco Resort).

Day 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing

A full day of guided sightseeing around the Kathmandu valley including visits to Durbar Square and the temples of Swayambhunath, Boudhanath, Guheshwari, and Pashupatinath.

In the evening we will all get together for a welcome dinner with an entertaining Nepalese culture show. All hosted by Makalu Adventure.

Included: H/B | Overnight at Hotel(Thamel Eco Resort)


Day 03: Drive to Mudkhu.

Cycling to Buddhanilkanth. After Lunch, drive back to Kathmandu. [around 38 KM Cycling]

Included: H/B | Overnight at Hotel(Thamel Eco Resort)


Day 04: Fly from Kathmandu to Lhasa

We take the 09:30 flight to Lhasa and soar across the highest mountains in the world. Arriving in the Tibetan capital (3,680m altitude) you will be given plenty of time to relax and adjust to the high altitude. In the afternoon you can unpack your bicycle and explore this legendary city.

Included: H/B | Overnight at Hotel.


Day 05: Lhasa Full day Sightseeing

On this day we will enjoy a full day of sightseeing. We will visit Dshokhang Temple and the local market, but the highlight of the day will undoubtedly be the visit to Potala Palace, the former residence of the Dalai Lamas, which dominates the city.

Included: H/B | Overnight at Hotel.


Day 06: Lhasa Full-day Sightseeing

After breakfast, we'll visit the monastery of Drepung. In the afternoon you will be free either to explore the remaining attractions or prepare for the next day's biking.

Included: H/B | Overnight at Hotel.


Day 07: Start the Bike Tour [85 KM Cycling]

Finally, your trans-Himalayan biking adventure begins. We leave Lhasa and cycle along the Tsangpo River to the foot of the Kamba Pass (3700 m). When you arrive you will find tents, latrines, shower tent and facilities ready. Overnight accommodation in tents

Included: C/B/L/D


Day 08: Cycling to Kamba Pass [77 Km Cycling] [4700m Kamba Pass] Climb 950m

Your first mountain pass. A strong uphill climb reaches a summit lavishly adorned with prayer flags (4794m). After descending we continue alongside Lake Yamdruk, at the far side of which we set camp (4490m). Overnight accommodation in tents.

Included: C/B/L/D


Day 09: Cycling to Ralung crossing Karo Pass [56 Km Cycling]

Leaving the beautiful lake behind, we cycle through a ravine and up to the foot of the Karo Pass (4750m), to Ralung where our tented village will be prepared for the night. Overnight accommodation in tents.

Included: C/B/L/D


Day 10: Cycling to Gyantse [56 KM Cycling]

A significant day on the tour, as we have to get up early to climb the high Karo Pass (5010m). By now you will be feeling in good physical condition. Around us, we can see glaciers of 6000m and beautiful lakes. You are rewarded for your effort with a night in a top hotel in the city of Gyantse (3980m). Overnight accommodation at the Hotel.

Included: C/B/L/D


Day 11: Cycling to Shigatse [95 KM Cycling]

First, we will take an hour to visit the Palkhor Monastery and the old part of Gyantse town. Although today involves a longer distance, the highway is paved and flat. In the afternoon we will arrive in Tibet's second largest city, Shigatse (3860m). Overnight accommodation at the Hotel.

Included: H/B/L/D


Day 12: Gyachung Monastery(Rasa) [97 KM Cycling]

We leave Shigatse and ride over two small passes and through several small Tibetan villages. We will cycle past the isolated Gyachung Monastery and camp. Overnight accommodation in tents at around 4100m.

Included: H/B/L/D


Day 13: Cycling to Lhatse [62 KM]

The route leads us through picturesque valleys. Then the long ramp begins which leads to the Yulong pass (4520m). After lunch, we head towards Lhatse (3860m). Just before this town, there is a hot spring. We will camp approx. 10 km after Lhatse. Accommodation in tents.

Included: C/B/L/D


Day 14: Cycling to Shegar [76 KM]

Today we have to contemplate the stunning canyon of the 5220m Lakpa Pass. On a clear day, you will be rewarded for your effort with your first view of Mount Everest. After a 40 km ride through flat prairie towns you will arrive in the town of Pelbar, often referred to as Shegar. This town is a popular stopover for anyone heading to the Everest region. Overnight accommodation in a hotel.

Included: H/B/L/D


Day 15: Cycling to Pang Pass [67 KM] and Camping at Pasung [76 KM]

It's now time to divert from the Lhasa-Kathmandu highway and head towards the world's highest peak. First, you are faced with 20km of uphill switchbacks (42 hairpin bends in total!) before you reach the summit of the Pang Pass (5150m). Enjoy lunch as you gaze over Makalu (8463m), Shishapangma (8012m), Cho Oyu (8210m), Lhotse (8516m), Everest (8850m) and several other breathtaking peaks. Then a 20-kilometer downhill follows to the Rongbuk Valley (4200m), where we camp. Overnight accommodation in tents.

Included: C/B/L/D


Day 16: Cycling to Rongbuk Monastery (28 KM)

Now you should be at peak fitness and very excited about the approach of Everest Base Camp. A bumpy road winds up through the Rongbuk valley until the majestic Mount Everest appears before you. We will camp beside the monastery with the unforgettable sight of the 8850m peak in front of your eyes. We will stay here for two days. Overnight accommodation in tents (5150m).

Included: C/B/L/D


Day 17: Cycling to Everest Base Camp [about 2 KM]

A day to relax. However, you will definitely want to get as close as you can to Everest. You can walk, cycle or even take a donkey and cart ride to the base camp which is 2 KM from the campsite. Back to Jha Rongbuk Overnight accommodation in camp.

Included : C/B/L/D


Day 18 : Cycling to Old Tingri (Chamda) [approx. 86 KM]

Leaving Rongbuk, we head back down the bumpy road then take a short-cut into the mountains. Another bumpy trail takes us over a canyon and down into Tingri (4340m). Overnight accommodation in tents.

Included: C/B/L/D


Day 19: Cycling to before Peokutso Lake - Camping (approx 73 KM)

After breakfast in Tingri, we will then start our ride to the Peokutso Lake.

Peokutso Lake Paiku (or Peiku, Tibetan: Paiku-Tso or -Tsho) is a lake at 4,591 meters (15,062 ft) elevation on the Tibetan Plateau at south of the Yarlung Tsangpo (Brahmaputra) River. The lake is 27 kilometers (17 mi) long and 6 kilometers (3.7 mi) wide at its narrowest. It is surrounded by mountains reaching 5,700 to 6,000 meters (18,700 to 19,700 ft). Streams fed by glaciers cascade to the valley floor, but most sink into alluvial deposits before reaching the lake.

The surrounding catchment is an endorheic basin with no outlet. It would overflow into the Yarlung Tsangpo with a water level about 100 meters (330 ft) higher. The lake's brackish water is evidence that it has not overflowed in hundreds if not thousands of years.

Included: C/B/LD


Day 20: Cycling to the foot of Gontala Pass [74 KM Downhill Cycling] [4750 m]

Gyirong Town (Chinese: and Kerung in Nepali) is situated in the southern part of Gyirong County in the Tibet Autonomous Region of China. It is located 70 kilometers (43 mi) south of the county seat Zongga on the bank of Gyirong Zangbo river, a tributary of the Trishuli River. The town has an elevation of 2,700 meters (8,900 ft), with a subtropical mountain monsoon climate, meaning reasonable precipitation and warm weather. In 1961, Gyirong was established as a port of entry by the Chinese government.

Gyirong Town is an important town in the cross-border trade between China and Nepal. Historically it was a major thoroughfare. In December 2014, the port of entry between China and Nepal was opened. This route between China and Nepal is considered to be more reliable than one through Zhangmu.

In Gyirong Town, there is a village of ethnic Nepali referred to as Daman people. They are descendants of Nepalese Gurkha army centuries ago. Previously stateless, they were granted Chinese citizenship in 2003.

Included: C/B/L/D


Day 21: Cycling to KerongTown (110 KM)

After the breakfast in Upper Kerong, we will start cycling to Kerong border and will camp in the beautiful scenic campsite and stay overnight there. Hence the campsite is located in an extraordinary site you are encouraged to make the most of this day either cycling around or exploring the beautiful vicinity.

We will cycle around 70km before arriving at this campsite today.

Included: C/B/L/D


Day 22: Morning cycling till Syburbesi [45 KM] and drive back to Kathmandu.

After the breakfast at our beautiful campsite, we will start cycling until the lunchtime in Syburbesi where a pickup vehicle will be waiting for us to transfer back to Kathmandu

Included: H/B/L/D
Overnight at Hotel Thamel Eco Resort (Kathmandu)


Day 23: Fly back to home from Kathmandu

We will drop you at TIA(Kathmandu International Airport). Fly back to your home.


FIXED DEPARTURES FOR 2024

Tours are usually set for the Spring / Autumn (April to October).

These months ensure the best period for adventure biking. We welcome you to join one of our groups. Please, don't despair even the below Fixed Departure dates are not suitable for you. We can customize the program accordingly, or check the availability of other groups to make it possible for you.

All our fixed departure dates are set as Lhasa arrival directly, however, if you are interested to join in Kathmandu then please arrange arriving in Kathmandu 3 days prior(arrive by Wednesday morning before 11:00 AM) to our trip starting dates in Lhasa. For those wanting to join this trip in Kathmandu we will take care of all arrangements including Chinese (Tibet) visa, Tibet travel permit, Kathmandu – Lhasa flights etc but when joining in Lhasa directly, you will need to obtain the Chinese visa from your own home country and send us a copy of the Chinese visa (scanned and attached in email) which will then enable us to obtain the Tibet travel permit (s) for you.

Should you require more details or wish simply to discuss further regarding any aspects of this trip planning and arrangements or wish to inquire about the Chinese / Tibet visa regulations, then please email us at: info@makalu-adventure.com, makaluadventures@gmail.com

  Start Date Price    
TRIP I 27 May 2024 $ 2750 Kathmandu Joining Book Now
  30 May 2024 $ 2350 Lhasa Joining Book Now
TRIP II 17 June 2024 $ 2750 Kathmandu Joining Book Now
  20 June 2024 $ 2350 Lhasa Joining Book Now
TRIP III 8 July 2024 $ 2750 Kathmandu Joining Book Now
  11 July 2024 $ 2350 Lhasa Joining Book Now
TRIP IV 5 Aug 2024 $ 2750 Kathmandu Joining Book Now
  8 Aug 2024 $ 2350 Lhasa Joining Book Now
TRIP V 2 Sep 2024 $ 2750 Kathmandu Joining Book Now
  5 Sep 2024 $ 2350 Lhasa Joining Book Now

Cost Includes

  • All ground transfers as per our given itinerary.
  • Hotel in Kathmandu (including breakfast and all taxes).
  • Guided sightseeing in Kathmandu (including all entrance fees).
  • Welcome Dinner with live Nepalese culture show at one evening.
  • Guided sightseeing in Lhasa with all entrance fees included.
  • Hotels in Tibet (including breakfast and all taxes) as per our mentioned Itinerary.
  • All Camping Equipment (such as Two-Man Tent, Dining Tent, Kitchen Tent, Shower tent, Toilet Tent, Tables, Chairs, Mattresses, etc.
  • Support Truck to carry your luggage and a Land Cruiser for assistance. Available at all times (while in Tibet).
  • Three times hot, fresh meals per day while camping, prepared by our very professional kitchen crew.
  • Daily wages and insurance for staff and guides.

Cost Excludes

  • Airport Tax.
  • Airfare: Kathmandu-Lhasa.
  • Tibet travel permit, Visa fee, All monastery entrance fees wherever applicable.
  • Expenses of a personal nature; Lunch/dinner in the Hotel; Bar bills; Laundry bills; Telephone bills; Tips, etc.
  • Personal Medical & Travel insurance.
  • Rescue & Evacuation - If necessary.
  • Nepal re-entry visa fee.
  • Excess baggage charges.

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More about Lhasa Kathmandu MTB

The Highest; the Longest

What makes the Trans-Himalayan highway so special? Again, it's the highest road in the world, averaging an altitude of 4,500 meters above sea level as it traverses the Tibetan plateau. Secondly, the route boasts the world's longest continuous descent, which of course means that you'll face the world's longest uphill if you are heading in the opposite direction. Best of all to mountain bikers is the sense of isolation and awe-inspiring scenery. They must also face an onslaught of zigzagging mountain passes and endure a constant battle against breathlessness.

Conditions

Expect to cover 70 to 100 km per day. Be sure you have clothes for all conditions: remember that you are above the clouds and it can be very sunny and bright. It can also snow, rain, hail and become very, very cold at the drop of a hat. In fact, it's all character-building stuff and after one week you'll be more resilient to the harsh conditions.


What's the biking like?

Children carry baskets of yak dung home. The dung will be used as insulation on the walls of their house and, come winter, will be burnt as fuel. Yaks are everything out here: yak skin tents and canoes; yak milk, butter, curd, and cheese; yak steak; yak wool sweaters; even yak urine as a medicinal remedy for exposed cuts.

After eight or nine days and 600 km of pedaling, you should find yourself around the town of Pelbar and the entrance to the Everest National Park. It's here that you will probably leave Highway 318 for a few days and head south to Everest Base Camp. By now you are carrying at least 50 percent of the following ailments: knee ligament damage, saddle rash, backache, a very sore backside, cramps in your feet, a runny nose, diarrhea, constipation, flatulence, headaches, nausea, dry eyes, a dusty cough, insomnia, lethargy, sunburn, frostbite, altitude sickness - not to mention any injuries you might have incurred from falling off your bike!

Fear not! For all these maladies combined cannot stop you now. Behold the Pang La, the mountain pass which rises before you! You grit your teeth, you meditate, you turn 'Eye of the Tiger' up to 10 on your Walkman; you do whatever you have to do to get into the groove, to get that Lance Armstrong vibe and hunker down for the next four or five hours to tackle this monster.


The Mount Everest

Conquering the Pang La is God's fee for allowing you to witness one of the planet's most stupefying vistas. After no less than 42 switchbacks and a rise of 900m in altitude, with your weary thighs bursting at the seams, you finally reach the cairn at the top of the pass, adorned in colorful Buddhist prayer flags. Suddenly the curtain is pulled back to reveal the row of Himalayan peaks you have been chasing. The Mount Everest!

You are now feeling physically and mentally ragged. Those last four or five hairpin bends were accomplished on willpower alone. You might well find an emotional tear freezing on your weather-beaten cheek as you finally dismount and gaze in awe at the white bowling pins before you almost close enough to touch: Makalu (8463m); Lhotse (8516m); Jachonggangri (7985m); Cho Oyu (8210m); Shisapangma (8012m); and the one that Tibetans have for centuries been calling Chomolungma ("Mother Goddess of the World"), at 8850 meters above sea level - Mount Everest.


Book with confidence

Over 1258 bikers from 61 different countries have organized Lhasa to Kathmandu bike tour with us since 1998. Success rate is above 96%.

ALTITUDE ACCLIMATIZATION

To get the most from your trek, and to stay safe, it is important to follow acclimatization guidelines. At Makalu Adventure, whenever possible, we follow the acclimatization formula set out by Drs Jim Duff and Peter Gormly; experts in Wilderness Medicine. "Above 2000m, altitude illness is a possibility and above 2500m it becomes common".
"As a rough guide, above 2500m the maximum daily height gain between sleeping altitudes should not exceed 400m, with a rest day every third day or after every 1000m of sleeping ascent".
"Avoid overexertion and breathlessness while acclimatizing, stay well hydrated, avoid alcohol, excess caffeine, salt and protein, your diet should be 70% carbohydrate above 3500m".

Why Choose Makalu Adventure

Makalu Adventure has been trading for over 25 years; is one of the leading trek and expedition agents in Nepal and is used as in-country agent by several international adventure companies. At the helm is Mohan Lamsal (MD) assisted by head trekking guide Tenging Sherpa and head climbing guide Sanu Sherpa. Teni started trekking as a porter aged 14 and has hiked every trail in Nepal, many times! Sanu Sherpa has the distinction of having climbed all 14, 8,000m peaks, twice! Mohan Lamsal is not only MD of Makalu Adventure, he is also the General Secretary of the Nepal Mountaineering Association. You are in safe hands with Makalau Adventure.

Client Reviews

EXCELLENT : (5 / 5.0 ) 10

100% recommend this Package.
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  • Ralph Hartner
    Germany

    Booked greatest Adventure of my life : Bicycle from Lhasa to Kathmandu

  • Katherine Cousins
    Australia

    Trip of Lifetime Experiences

    We booked Bike Adventure with Makalu Adventures many months ago and we are absolutely looking forward to this trip of a lifetime and it didn't disappoint. We had a 15 Day bike tour of Tibet many passes up over altitudes, fantastic guide, fantastic food. Everything went smoothly. Nepali side and Tibet side the weather was fantastic. We put on weight with the great food. And the guide Shiva Bhandari looked after us superbly.
  • Subhamaya Gosh
    Pune, India

    Makalu Adventure managed everything in short time.

    “Makalu Adventure organized this trip very professionally. Mr. Mohan and his team were very helpful to resolve all logistic issues in China. All along the trip, the supporting team were very helpful and provided excellent service.”

  • Eamonn Sweeney
    Ireland

    A Nepali / Tibetan bike trip like no other, superbly organised!

    I was to start a Bike Tour Guide business, I wouldn't include a Lhasa to Everest Base Camp option in my brochure. It is an absolute nightmare to arrange!

    However, Mohan and his excellent Team, overcome each and every hurdle which was thrown at us in organising this trip. Border closures, Visa application changes, Tibetan road closures, etc would not stop this trip from happening.......and they didn't!

    The trip was a mountain bike tour from Lhasa to Everest Base Camp. Due to visa application changes initiated by the Chinese which meant remaining in Kathmandu for an additional two days, Mohan arranged two mountain biking trips in the Kathmandu foothills which was an added bonus.

    Once in Lhasa, the Tibetan guide (Dorje) was extremely knowledgeable, making the visits to Tibetan monasteries even more appealing.

    On the road, we were fortunate to have an experienced mountain bike guide (Alin, number 7 in Nepali national standings) who came in handy for any bike issues we had.

    The food? Our Chef (Purna) should be on TV! The food he could magic up on a two-ring gas burner was phenomenal. Hats off to him!

    Our Tour Guide leader (Junga) had a constant smile on his face and led the whole Team with respect and efficiency.

    Both Junga and Alin cycled each and every 5,000mtr pass with us and still managed to erect and take down our camp each evening and morning (again, with smiles and laughter). Well done!

    The standard of tents and support vehicles was great and the Team, as a whole, were very open to our requests.

    Again, it must be a nightmare to arrange a trip such as this across two countries which have different (and changing!) border and visa requirements. Makalu Adventures took it all in their stride and got us all there and back safely.

    I have no hesitation in saying......"Do Makalu!".
  • Rockonnow
    United States Minor Outlying Islands

    Cycling from Lhasa to Kathmandu

    as a traveler to tibet, you can start your journey in kathmandu, nepal or lhasa, tibet. what works for you will depend on your visa and how you wish your flights to work. the entire MALALU ADVENTURES team will work with you to ensure you have a great experience. mohan lamsal, the ceo, understands that your trip may be the only chance you get to cycle across tibet. great guides, nepalese staff, tents and pads 5 stars for the trip logistics.
  • Thomas Costermans
    Belgium

    Amazing adventure and experience, well organized by Makalu adventure

    I was participating in the mountainbiketrip back in May 2014. It was an amazing adventure and experience, well organized by Makalu adventure. Our guides always helped us and the food and accommodation along the way were very good. Thse guys also supported us through some rough times on the road, which was needed so I am very thankful for this unforgettable experience, Makalu!
  • Turbo DK
    Ireland

    This tour definitely exceeded my expectations

    This tour definitely exceeded my expectations. Everything went smooth and was well organised. The landscapes were highly diverse and the guides were great. Highly recommended.
  • Glenn
    New Zealand

    What a fantastic trip

    What a fantastic trip. Without doubt one of the hardest physical challenges I have set myself at age 58 but thoroughly satisfying and very enjoyable. From the preparation and communication prior to departure, arriving in Kathmandu on my way to Tibet, and from Lhasa across Tibet and back to Kathmandu the service from Makalu Adventures was just fantastic. Thank you to the whole Team of Makalu Adventures from management through to our guides, chefs and drivers for making this an absolutely amazing journey.
  • Ariverak
    United States

    If you are thinking of doing this tour, Makalu Adventure is the company you want to do it with.

    I've been meaning to do this trip for years and the thorough research paid of. If you are thinking of doing this tour, Makalu Adventure is the company you want to do it with.
  • Craigb
    Australia

    what a wonderful company to do a bike Tour across the roof of the world

    what a wonderful company to do a tour with. mohan and his team look after you from airport pick up onwards. accommodation was comfortable food was great. absolutely loved the trip. i did it on cyclocross bike (just got shaken on the rough sections), so it can be done on non mountain bike
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