Mountain biking in India has gained popularity in the last few years and this sport has been gaining popularity day by day. The Himalayan Region has a lot offer to this extreme sport. Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Ladakh, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam and a few other states have been getting lot of cyclists coming to explore the state on 2 wheels.
Himalayas offers the perfect setup for such sports. You have trails, high altitudes, single trails, jungles to explore. Mountain Biking Tours are getting popular and also now we have many companies who are helping the cyclists explore hidden routes and trails. Cycling your way is the best way of exploring a place.
Apart from the Himalayas, the entire country of India is home to some of the most rugged and exciting mountain biking trails that never fails to impress. Mountain biking is quickly emerging as a favorite amidst numerous thrill seekers.
We start with the basics of mountain biking, and gradually advance towards the extremes!
Some of the best Mountain Biking Routes that should be in the bucket list of all cyclists are –
- Manali-Leh – This is one route which is in every cyclist bucket list. Starting from Manali, the route passes thru some of the highest passes and you end your trip at Leh. It is definitely one of the toughest rides to accomplish. This ride takes about 11-13 days depending upon the tour operator and also the cyclists comfort. The stay in locations is quite challenging because of the altitude and the climatic conditions. Cyclists need to prepare well in advance before attempting this trip. The best time to cycle on this route would be August and September when traffic is less on this route.
- Uttarakhand (Kumaon Region) – One of the best cycling routes for cyclists. Uttarakhand shall make you spellbound with its beauty and also the routes are a delight to ride on. There are steep ascends, rough terrain, rocky path and lots of greenery. Also after a hard day of cycling you would love to stay in some of the best locations which give you a panoramic view of the Himalayas. The best time to cycle here is April to September. The places that you can cover are Nainital, Mukteshwar, Almora, Ranikhet, Corbett, Sattal, etc.
- Spiti Valley (Himachal Pradesh) – This is one of the most awe inspiring route to bike. Spiti earlier had lot of bikers visiting but in the last few years we have seen lot of cycling groups exploring this area with their cycles. You would see villages following their old traditions, ancient monasteries all around, natural marvels living their best lives. You have to be extremely fit to cycle this route and also mentally strong because of the climatic conditions. The best time is March to June and the cycling tour can be from 7-13 days depending upon the cyclists and the service provider.
- Sikkim – Sikkim is in the North east and is the first state to come up with a Cycling Park. This destination has plenty of trails, rocky trails and rugged terrains. There are hair pin bends, lush green valleys and fresh oxygen to breathe. The locations to cycle around are Gangtok, Ranka, Sirwani, Temi, Borong, Yuksom, and Jorethang to name a few. Best time for a cycling tour in this region is October to December.
There are other states In India also offering exceptional cycling routes like Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Kashmir, Meghalaya etc. WTH Biking offers to help cyclists explore such destinations. We offer pre planned cycling tours and also we can customize tours depending upon the group requirements.
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