Mountain biking adventure in Sikkim

The trek to Maenam peak (3200m) has been included to offer a change in the progr
am and also because Maenam offers a truly a fascinating and awesome view of the
Sikkimese Himalayas.This is one of our less challenging Mountain bike itinerarie
s; you don't have to be an expert mountain biker to join this tour. However it i
s still a very interesting tour that gives you not only a chance to ride your bi
ke in the Himalayas but also to experience Sikkimese culture and Tibetan Buddhis
m.
The best time to experience Sikkim by mountain bike would be March-May and Octob
er- December.
Trip Facts
Trip length: 15 Days
Grade: Easy
Starts in: Gangtok
Ends in: Bagdogra
Group size: Maximum 12
Accommodation: Hotel and camping
Transportation: Mountain bike, back-up jeep
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Altitude maximum: 3200m
Outline itineray
Day 01 - Arrive Gangtok
Day 02 - Gangtok to Ranka - Martam [Bike] Dist : 29 km
Day 03 - Martam to Siriwani [Bike] Dist : 30 km
Day 04 - Siriwani to Temi [Bike] Dist : 27km
Day 05 - Temi to Rabongla [Bike] Dist : 26 km
Day 06 - Rabongla to Maenam [Trek] Dist : 14 km
Day 07 - Maenam to Borong [Trek] Dist : 12 km
Day 08 - Borong to Tashiding [Bike] Dist : 39 km
Day 09 - Tashiding to Yuksom [Bike] Dist : 32 km
Day 10 - Yuksom to Kheocheplari [Bike] Dist : 25 km
Day 11 - Kheocheplari to Pemayangtse [Bike] Dist : 33 km
Day 12 - Pemayangtse/Pelling [Rest Day]
Day 13 - Pemayangtse to Rinchenpong [Bike] Dist : 45 km
Day 14 - Rinchenpong to Jorethang [Bike] Dist : 33 km
Day 15 - Jorethang to Bagdogra [Drive] Dist : 9km

Detailed itinerary
DAY 01 ARRIVE GANGTOK
Meet, assist and transfer from Bagdogra airport or from the Nepal border and dri
ve 4 hrs through the beautiful Teesta valley to Gangtok. Overnight in Hotel.
DAY 02 GANGTOK TO RANKA - MARTAM (BIKE) DIST: 29 KM
The first day of Biking will start with a slight down hill route to a mountain s
tream and then level before a gradual climb through Rumtek and then to Martam (1
525m). Overnight in the Martam Village Resort is an experience of the typical Si
kkimese countryside with modern amenities.
DAY 03 MARTAM TO SIRIWANI (BIKE) DIST: 30 KM
The trail goes through stretches of terraced paddy fields and after a downhill r
ide we camp along Teesta River at Siriwani. Overnight tents.
DAY 04 SIRIWANI TO TEMI (BIKE) DIST: 27 KM
The route for this day is uphill all the way to Temi (1675m) which is the only t
ea garden in Sikkim here we get a chance to ride in the beautiful tea gardens. O
vernight in lodge/tent near the tea garden.
DAY 05 TEMI TO RABONGLA (BIKE) DIST: 26 KM
A gradual climb up to Damthang (2133m) and level and gradual downhill drive to R
abongla (1981m) a small picturesque town of South Sikkim. Overnight in lodges/te
nts.
DAY 06 RABONGLA TO MAENAM (TREK) DIST: 14 KM
Trek through the dense forest-an experience of the wilderness, as there is no hu
man settlements en-route. The view from Maenam Peak (3200m) is the most spectacu
lar and comprehensive that one gets of the Sikkimese Himalayas. Overnight in ten
ts.
DAY 07 MAENAM TO BORONG (TREK) DIST: 12 KM
The return from Maenam is fairly easy downhill walk to Borong (1830m). Overnight
in tents in the village.
DAY 08 BORONG TO TASHIDING (BIKE) DIST: 39 KM
A level route through Ralang where you can visit the monasteries and a gradual c
limb to Ravongla. From there it is downhill to the Rangit Valley followed by a 1
3 kilometre climb to Tashiding. Overnight in tents/Siniolchu Guest House.
DAY 09 TASHIDING TO YUKSOM (BIKE) DIST: 32 KM
A levelled ride through the cardamom fields and some breathtaking views it reach
es Yuksom, the trekking base for all treks to Kanchenjunga. Overnight in tents/l
odges.
DAY 10 YUKSOM TO KHEOCHEPLARI (BIKE) DIST: 25 KM
A distinctive area in the Sikkim geography, slight down hill ride and a steep cl
imb on the second half of the route. Lepcha community settlements and rich fores
ted and traditional ambience.
DAY 11 KHEOCHEPLARI TO PEMAYANGTSE (BIKE) DIST: 33 KM
A steep down hill ride and en-route several water falls and fresh mountain strea
ms the hard ride is rewarding. Pelling command spectacular views of the great Hi
malayas. Overnight in tents/Lodges.
DAY 12 PEMAYANGTSE/PELLING (REST DAY)
The rest day helps you to recharge for the rest of the journey and also to visit
the Pemayangtse Monastery, Walk leisurely to Sangachoeling monastery and the ol
d palace ruins of Rabdentse. Overnight at Lodges/tents.
DAY 13 PEMAYANGTSE TO RINCHENPONG (BIKE) DIST: 45 KM
Descend to Dentam and a gradual climb ending with a down hill or rather straight
ride to Rinchenpong. Overnight at Rinchenpong Village Resort.
DAY 14 RINCHENPONG TO JORETHANG (BIKE) DIST: 33 KM
A downhill ride amongst the ancient villages and countryside of the western Sikk
im and downhill ride to reach Jorethang. Overnight in lodges.
DAY 15 JORETHANG TO BAGDOGRA (DRIVE) DIST: 95 KM
A 4 hr drive to Bagdogra Airport to catch the return flight to your next destina
tion from Bagdogra Airport.
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