Trip highlights

Mountain biking from Muktinath to Pokhara takes us from holy Muktinath temple in the foothills of mount Annapurna to the beautiful city of lakes Pokhara. Muktinath temple is a sacred place for both Buddhists and Hindus. Muktinath is also well known for its unceasing fire fueled from natural gas. Muktinath temple offers mesmerizing views of the mount Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Tukuche Peak and other 8,000m pinnacles. Jomsom is a major town near Muktinath temple. It is mostly inhibited by Thakali ethnic group who have mixed lifestyle of Nepali and Tibetan. Riding on the rough, wide and single tracks from Muktinath, we descend gradually to the wonderful Pokhara city lying on the lower region of Annapurna Mountain Range.