Mountain Biking in Ladakh
The 490 km (306 mile) expedition
from Manali to Leh (Ladakh) (or in reverse) is one of the ultimate
adventures for any experienced mountain biker.
Ladakh, situated above the Indus River at 12,000ft and isolated deep
within the Karakoram and Zangskar mountain ranges, provides the most
spectacular view and myriad mountain scenery.
Crossing the Himalayas from south to north, the route traverses four of
the world’s highest passes, including the TaglangLa at 5328-m (world's
2nd highest motor able pass).
The best season for biking is late June – July through mid – August.
Outlined Itinerary:
| Day
1 |
Fly to Delhi. Groups meet and train to Chandigargh bus to Manali, Separate vehicles for bikes & luggage direct to Manali. |
| Day
2 |
Arrive Manali- unpack gear and settle into hotel and rest. |
| Day
3 |
Manali. Rest. Unpack bikes and assemble/check |
| Day
4 |
Ride / Camp at Marni, Rothang La at 3978m alt. |
| Day
5 |
Ride / Camp near Koksa |
| Day
6 |
Ride / Camp near Jispa (3142m alt) Via Keylong 3185m alt. |
| Day
7 |
Ride / Camp before Baralach La near Patseo. |
| Day
8 |
Ride / Camp near Sarchu Via Baralach La 4883m alt. |
| Day
9 |
Ride / Camp near Pang Via Lachlung La Pass- 5065m alt. |
| Day
10 |
Ride/Pang 4885m alt. |
| Day
11 |
Ride to More Plateau (More Plains) Camp. |
| Day
12 |
Ride / Camp near Taglang La Pass 5328m alt. |
| Day
13 |
Ride / Camp near Upshi. |
| Day
14 |
Ride to Stok Village Stok Highland Hotel (Leh 3523m alt.) |
| Day
15 |
Tours or Ride – Indus Valley or Flex Day. |
| Day
16 |
Ride to Khardong La Pass & return to Stok for packing. |
| Day
17 |
Fly Leh-Delhi on IC#481. Intern. Airport transfer to Hotel in Delhi. Arrival in Delhi airport from Leh approx 10:30-11:00am |
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Departure Dates: 08 Jul, 14 Aug
