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Enduro/Downhill trip in Pokhara, Nepal

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Tour Information

DestinationPokhara
Duration1 Day
Difficultymoderate
Tour TypeEnduro

Tour Highlights

  • Two of Pokhara's best descents in one day
  • Around 1,000 m of descending, shuttle-assisted
  • Jeep + cable-car uplift: you and your bike ride up
  • The Black Diamond World Peace Pagoda singletrack (staircases, switchbacks, roots, rocks)
  • The fast Sarangkot fire-road downhill
  • Dual-suspension enduro bike and protective gear included
  • Difficulty dialed to you, from confident intermediate to advanced
  • Big Annapurna and Fishtail views, Gurung villages and a suspension-bridge finish

Departures Run Daily

This trip runs every day within the dates below. Travel on the day that suits you.

Departs Daily

15 Aug – 31 Dec 2026

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Overview

A Scorpio truck is carrying mountain bikes for downhill shuttles.

Pokhara is one of Asia's best emerging spots for shuttled gravity riding, and this is the day that proves it. We take you and your bike to the top. You can reach the top by jeep and cable car, and then ride down two of the valley's best descents in a single day with barely any climbing. It is all about the descending.

You get around 1,000 m of descent across the day, split between the two most popular downhill trails in Pokhara. The Sarangkot downhill is a blistering fire-and-dirt-road descent with flowy and technical sections over loose rocks and roots. The World Peace Pagoda singletrack is the real deal: a black-diamond forest trail with switchbacks, roots, rocks, and steep stone staircases that finishes over a suspension bridge into town.

Everything is included: a dual-suspension enduro bike, a full-face helmet, gloves, and protective gear; and three shuttle runs, so you can fly into Pokhara with nothing and still have a proper gravity day. It is built for confident intermediate to advanced riders, and the difficulty can be dialed up or down to suit you.

At a Glance

Field

Details

Total descent

Approx. 1,000 m throughout the day

Descents

2 (Sarangkot downhill and Peace Pagoda singletrack)

Shuttle runs

3 included (additional shuttles available at extra cost)

Uplift

Jeep and the Annapurna Cable Car (you and your bike ride up)

Bike provided

Dual-suspension enduro bike (Scott Genius)/Trek Remedy 

Gear included

Helmet, gloves, and protective gear

Difficulty

Intermediate to advanced (adjustable to rider ability)

Start & finish

Hotel pickup and drop-off in Pokhara

The Trails: Two of Pokhara's Best Descents

Sarangkot Downhill (~700 to 800 m of descent). From the top of Sarangkot (1,592 m), the ridge the sunrise crowds and paragliders come for, you drop into a fast, fire-and-dirt-road descent. It flows, but it keeps you honest with technical sections, loose rocks, and roots, while the big mountain views run the whole way down.

World Peace Pagoda Singletrack (~350 m, black diamond). This is Pokhara's signature gravity trail, listed as a black-diamond descent: about 4 km of 100% singletrack from the Peace Pagoda down toward the lake. Expect flowing sections, tight switchbacks, roots, rocks, and steep stone staircases that require real bike control, finishing over a suspension bridge into town. It gets slippery in the damp, so we ride it in the dry.

The final run to Lakeside. A last descent through forest and dirt roads, with viewpoints over Phewa Lake, drops you back to Lakeside.

The Uplift: Jeep + Cable Car

The point of a gravity day is to descend, not grind uphill, so we haul you and your bike to the top. We use a mix of a jeep shuttle and the Annapurna cable car, which carries bikes on a separate carrier, to get you to the top of Sarangkot or the Peace Pagoda, depending on the day and the group. Three shuttle runs are included, and you can add more for an extra charge. 

Who This Is For

This is a gravity day, built for riders who want to descend. It suits you if you:

  • Are a confident intermediate to advanced rider, comfortable on technical singletrack (roots, rocks, switchbacks, steep steps)

  • Want big descents with the climbing taken care of by the shuttle

  • Are happy on a dual-suspension bike on a black-diamond trail

Newer to shuttle gravity? It can still work for a fit, capable intermediate: the difficulty is adjustable, your guide picks the lines, and steep features like the Pagoda staircases can be walked around. It is not a ride for a first-timer or a leisure cyclist; for that, see our more relaxed lakeside tours.

The Bike and Protective Gear

You ride a dual-suspension enduro bike (Scott Ransom, Trek Remedy 8, or Scott Genius-940, from our all-mountain fleet), set up and checked before you roll. We provide a helmet, gloves, and protective gear. 

Bring sturdy closed biking shoes, comfortable riding clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and water. Your pads and padded shorts are welcome if you have them.

Safety and Support

Gravity riding has real risk, and this day is set up to manage it.

  • Gear and a briefing first. You get protective gear, a bike check, and a safety briefing before you ride.

  • Your guide reads the lines. An experienced local gravity guide leads, picks safe lines through the technical sections, and sets the difficulty for your group.

  • You can walk anything. Steep or technical features, especially the Peace Pagoda staircases, can be walked; no pressure.

  • We ride when it’s dry. The technical trails are slippery when wet, so we run this trip in the dry season and avoid the monsoon.

  • Modest fitness, low altitude. The shuttle does the climbing, and the trails sit between about 800 and 1,600 m, so there is no altitude concern and you do not need great fitness, just the handling skills for the descents.

The Scenery

It is a gravity day first, but the setting is stunning. You drop through Gurung and Brahmin and Dalit villages, rice terraces, and suspension bridges, with the Annapurna range and Machhapuchhre, the Fishtail, across the valley and the occasional troop of monkeys in the forest. A local Nepali lunch breaks up the two descents.

Why Ride With Us

Nepal MTB Adventures has been guiding Enduro riders in Pokhara since 2004. We ride these trails ourselves, maintain our own bikes, and manage every part of the tour.

  • Local experts since 2004. Over 20 years of mountain biking experience in Nepal.

  • Experienced gravity guides. Local riders who know every line and descent.

  • Premium full-suspension Enduro bikes. In-house serviced bikes with protective gear included.

  • Small groups. We handle all shuttle and cable car logistics.

  • Fully managed tours. Bikes, guides, and support all provided by our team.

→ Want more gravity? Step up to the multi-day enduro: the Pokhara Enduro Downhill 3-Day tour or the Pokhara Epic Enduro Overnight ride. Are you new to riding or here with family? Our easy Pame Valley ride is a better fit.

Ready to ride, or do you have a question? Get in touch with our team and we will help you plan your day. 

Downhill trail map in Pokhara, Nepal.

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Enduro/Downhill Mountain Biking in Pokhara

1

8:00 AM

Hotel Pickup & Rider Briefing

Your guide will pick you up from your hotel in Pokhara and transfer you to the shuttle point. Meet your experienced MTB guide, receive a safety briefing, and check your bike, helmet, and protective gear before the adventure begins.

2

8:45 AM

Jeep & Cable Car Shuttle to the Trailhead

Enjoy a scenic shuttle ride by jeep and cable car to the top of Sarangkot or the World Peace Pagoda, depending on the day's trail conditions and your riding ability. Along the way, soak in spectacular views of Pokhara Valley, Phewa Lake, and the Annapurna Himalayan range.

3

9:30 AM

Ride the Sarangkot Downhill Trail

Start your descent on the famous Sarangkot downhill route. Ride a mix of fast dirt roads, technical sections, rocky terrain, and flowing fire roads while enjoying panoramic mountain views and the thrill of gravity-assisted riding.

4

11:30 AM

Explore Local Villages & Rice Terraces

Continue through authentic Gurung villages, traditional footpaths, suspension bridges, and beautiful rice terraces. Take short breaks for photos and enjoy the peaceful countryside away from the city

5

12:30 PM

Lunch Break

Stop at a local restaurant for a freshly prepared Nepali lunch and take time to relax before the afternoon ride.

6

1:30 PM

World Peace Pagoda Singletrack

After lunch, tackle one of Pokhara's most popular enduro trails. The World Peace Pagoda singletrack features flowing sections, switchbacks, roots, rocks, and technical terrain that challenge riders while rewarding them with breathtaking scenery.

7

3:30 PM

Final Descent to Lakeside

Finish your ride with an exciting descent toward Lakeside, passing forests, dirt roads, and scenic viewpoints overlooking Phewa Lake.

8

4:30 PM

Return to Hotel

Transfer back to your hotel with unforgettable memories of one of Nepal's best enduro and downhill mountain biking experiences.

What's Included and Excluded

Included

  • Experienced local gravity guide
  • Dual-suspension enduro bike (Scott Ransom, Trek Remedy 8, Scott Genius)
  • Full-face Helmet, gloves, and protective gear
  • 3 shuttle runs by jeep or cable car
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Pokhara
  • Safety briefing and bike check

Excluded

  • Extra shuttle runs beyond the three included
  • Lunch and drinks as per the package (there is a lunch stop, see below)
  • Personal riding gear you prefer to use (your own pads, shoes)
  • Travel and adventure-sports insurance
  • Tips for your guide and support staff
  • Anything not listed under "Included"

Why riders love this

5.0from 22 reviews across 2 platforms

Thomas

Sep 23, 2026

…Ein kleiner Djungletrail vor mir, ein Tier schreit irgendwo im Gebüsch. Die Federung meines Bikes hat ordentlich zu schaffen, ich schaue auf und sehe gerade noch wie ein Affe vom Trail an einen Baum springt und schnell nach oben klettert… Danke für diese tolle Erfahrung! Habe sowohl eine XC-MTB Tour gemacht als auch eine Jepp Shuttle Downhill Tour. Beides war super! Der Guide war klasse und ist auf meine Wünsche eingegangen. Die Jungle-Singletrail Abfahrt konnten wir sogar nochmal fahren da sie mir so gut gefallen hat. Die Trails sind für erfahrene Enduro Fahrer nicht besonders schwierig aber Spaß macht’s allemal..

Chiara V

Sep 23, 2026

Abbiamo effettuato 2 giorni di mtb, il primo giorno un giro enduro il secondo giorno downhill con le risalite in jeep. Non essendo molto allenata per la giornata enduro abbiamo optato per un giro semplice con un dislivello non troppo elevato, la guida ci ha seguito e ha rispettato i miei tempi con molta disponibilità. Nella seconda giornata dedicata al downhill ci sono state assegnate 2 guide visto il differente livello di raiding mio e del mio compagno così che entrambi abbiamo potuto tenere i nostri ritmi e scegliere i percorsi più adatti alle nostre capacità. In entrambe le giornate gran divertimento e paesaggi da togliere il fiato. Jagan é stato disponibili1ssimo e pronto a venire incontro a tutte le nostre esigenze, ci ha trovato una sistemazione per fare una doccia dopo la seconda giornata (visto che avevamo gia lascoato la stanza del noatro hotel) e ci ha accompagnato direttamente all'aeroporto. Super!!! Più che consigliato!!! :)

Cindy H

Jun 25, 2026

I recently completed a private MTB enduro tour in Nepal with this company, and I can highly recommend them. From the initial planning stages right through to the end of the trip, the team was incredibly helpful, friendly, and professional. They always went out of their way to assist wherever they could and genuinely wanted to create the best possible experience for me. One thing I really appreciated was how flexible they were. Throughout the trip they regularly asked about my preferences and did their best to adapt the itinerary and riding experience to suit what I wanted. It felt very personal rather than a standard tour package. The staff were fantastic, and both the guide and driver were highly experienced. Even the drives up into the mountains felt like part of the adventure. Knowing everything was taken care of allowed me to relax and simply enjoy the experience. The first couple of days felt a little slow due to the travel distances and transfers between locations, but after that it was absolutely worth it. The riding was incredible and the scenery was stunning. I travelled at the end of the season and was initially worried that the weather might mean I'd miss out on some of the famous mountain views. While the peaks weren't visible every day, the experience was still amazing, and on several days we were rewarded with breathtaking mountain panoramas. If you're looking for a stress-free MTB adventure in Nepal with a company that truly looks after its guests and works hard to tailor the experience to your needs, I would definitely recommend them

Andrew E

May 7, 2026

Did the enduro ride it was so fun! Great guides and easy to work with owner. They hooked it up, trails were legit enduro tracks I have ridden all over the US and it was one of my favorite places I've ever ridden I highly recommended it if you are a mtn biker!

Joost de Groot

Sep 27, 2022

We had an excellent experience. We did the downhill experience from the hilltops from Pokhara. Shuttles took us up. Excellent guide and perfect condition of the bikes

Eric G

Jun 17, 2022

I'm a Coloradoan who is an above average mountain biker. I asked for the most technical ride which was the Pokhara DH option. You get shuttled up 3x on two different routes. I wish they had more DH options but the trail system is emerging, so hopefully with more time this will be the case. SUMAN was my guide and he is the man! We ripped up the mountain together and I had a blast. As far as REAL mountain biking goes t his is your one stop shop! I will be back.

Katrin S

Jun 28, 2019

I booked 2 downhill rides with Pokhara Mountain Bike Adventure and enjoyed it a lot. I especially loved the singletrails through the jungle, the view of the lake and the supernice guides. Don't miss it! :-) Katrin from Austria

Sam S

Oct 14, 2018

We did a spontaneous 2 hours trip to Pokhara's most famous single trail at the World Peace Pagoda including a shuttle. The consultancy at the shop was excellent and we had a very firendly and flexible young guide, who always gave great advice on the trail and even took many photos for us. Only the bike setup at the beginning could have been more elaborated, but we did not complain.

Mathek89

Sep 10, 2017

I wanted to do some shuttle runs while in Pokhara and stumbled upon Jagan's shop. The staff are super friendly and knowledgable about the area. The bike I rented was a bit older but understandable and good for Nepal standards. I ended up doing 3 shuttle rides right around the Pokhara area, a mix of single track and fire road. I definitely enjoyed the single track down from the peace Pagota best. If I had more time I would have loved to do a longer multi day ride.

Chris R

Jun 7, 2017

Great half day downhill excursion. Equipment was in good condition and the guide took us to some great spots.

Grum1980

Dec 17, 2016

They may not be the cheapest but I had a very good experience with Pokhara Mountain Bike Adventure. They have good quality full suspension bikes (Scott FR or Genius) and the manager Jagan was extremely helpful and friendly (he also rides/guides). My guide was a former Nepali Junior Downhill National Champion so very handy on a bike but fun to try and keep up with! He also spoke good English and was very knowledgable and friendly. Trails were a combination of jeep tracks (with enough rocks etc to keep them fun) and then some fast and flowy single track, as well as some technical/steep sections with a few jumps/drops. A highlight for me was stopping for a drink at a hill-top cafe with incredible views over Pokhara and the Annapurna range of the Himalayas, then riding tight, steep steps into a section of swoopy single track with the stunning views re-appearing at various breaks in the trees.

GiNeu

Oct 1, 2016

We went on a 6 hours tour climbing up both lake sides. The downhill was just amazing! The tour was quite tough but it was just the right amount of challenge! We went at the beginning of October, so the path was still a bit slippery but that was simply part of the challenge. Without a guide we probably wouldn't have found those great trails so if you're renting such good bikes you might as well spend the money to make sure you find the good trails. The guides were very helpful, skilled and fit and the bikes were probably the best you can get in Pokhara. So if you're not just looking to cycle around a little, go with Pokhara Mountainbike Adventure!

mfinholt

Jul 1, 2016

I dropped into the shop on a whim, curious about their options for downhill. An hour later I was on my way up jeep trails kitted out with a helmet, perfectly tuned bike, and an amazing guide set for an adventure of a lifetime. 7,300 vertical feet of mind-blowing single track and jeep trails later I had a smile on my face that took nearly a week to return to normal. Jagan and team were extremely helpful and pleasant to deal with. They're very knowledgable about all of the trails and helped me choose which trails would best fit my skill-set. Their gear is all new and perfectly maintained as well. Overall, Pokhara Mountain Bike Adventure exceeded my expectations in every way. I can't recommend them enough for those seeking an opportunity to experience the Himalayas on two wheels.

MGyanwali

Jan 12, 2016

That was my first downhill biking experience! We reached the shop, rented the bikes and headed to the point from where we started our downhill biking. Eevn though, the bikes were not ready by the time they agreed to make them ready, bikes were reliable and stable for the downhill biking.

Hayden F

Nov 29, 2013

The guys were great to deal with and very accommodating. The bikes were really well maintained and performed well. The trail we did was a good level with some good ballsy downhill sections. Good option for a day out whilst in Pokhara

Sharon Laarman

Aug 3, 2024

Such a good service in the store and the guide was super experienced. We had a great morning riding downhill in the area of Pokhara

Martin K.

Aug 4, 2023

I spontaneously booked a day trip to Sarangkot, but we were back sooner than planned and added on a tour to the World Peace Pagoda with a downhill section through the forest. Good hardtail mountain bike, well-routed trail, friendly shop manager.

Martin Nordestgaard Knudsen

Aug 4, 2023

Had an outstanding 3 hour ride around the lake in Pokhara. Excellent Single track with a great downhill at the end. My guide Binod was a keen rider with great knowledge of the area. Top class bikes and a unique personal service. Would come back to ride with these guys any time 👍👍👍👍👌 …

Alexander Randomin

Aug 4, 2023

I just had my first enduro downhill trip here. I was amazing! I really had a great time, totally can recommend this place. The staff is friendly and bikes are really good.

basti müller

Aug 4, 2022

Great shop! They have top-notch bikes. A quick test ride and then we went up on the cable car and then downhill. Very good, fast service.

Mayank Rajgadia

Aug 5, 2019

It was really amazing, we did 2 shuttles and the second one seemed risky, was risky, but thrilling, it was called the STUPA paththe guide was one of the best part, also this guy Mr. Jagan, i guess he is the propreitier, this guy helped me alot, had given me complimentary services which i never even expected of.

Geoff Rumens

Aug 5, 2018

What a great helpful shop booked the uplift enduro ride , the shop owner and staff couldn't be more helpful in organising and rode some great trails with suman the guide if wanna go mountain biking in Pokhara this is the place to get sorted

Frequently asked questions

It is an intermediate-to-advanced gravity day. You should be comfortable on technical singletrack with roots, rocks, switchbacks, and steep steps; the Peace Pagoda trail is a black-diamond descent. The difficulty can be dialed up or down, and steep features can be walked, so a fit, capable intermediate rider can join as well, but it is not a beginner ride.

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