Nepal is a country with great geographical variety, with each region having its own culture, landscape, and climate. Depending on location, motorbike riding can be done at any time of year. The plan for a motorbike tour in Nepal is centred on visiting the Himalayan region or experiencing the high Himalayas from afar. Nepal Highland Treks offers unforgettable motorcycle trips in the heart of the Himalayan Mountains to all motorcyclists.
Every nation has four distinct seasons throughout the year, but Nepal has six, which are referred to as Ritu. Although most visitors prefer to tour Nepal in the spring and autumn, some regions of the country may be explored at any time of year. According to the Nepali calendar, each season has two months. Let us see how these seasons affect motorcycle tours.
- Basanta Ritu (Spring Season): From mid-March to mid-May, this is the second most successful season for motorcycle trekkers. Throughout this period, fresh buds form on trees, and a range of flowers, including the Rhododendron, Magnolia, and other flora, bloom in various parts of the country. This time of year attracts a huge number of visitors. Due to the obvious warm temperature, it is regarded as a changeable weather season, as it is neither too hot nor too cold. This period is more attractive due to clear skies and pleasant weather in the mountains. This is an excellent month to arrange a motorcycle tour.
- Grishma Ritu (Summer Season): Because this is the warmest time, riding a long-distance motorcycle in Nepal’s lowlands is not recommended. In these times, motorbiking to the mountains is still a smart option. Through this time of year, flowers bloom and trees bear fruit. Summer is the optimum time for farmers to plant their crops. As per the Nepali calendars, this occurs between mid-May and mid-July, or in Jestha and Aashad. Pre-monsoon season is another name for this time of year.
- Barsha Ritu (Monsoon Season): In English, Barsha means rain, hence the monsoon season is referred to as Barsha Ritu. In the Nepali calendars, it occurs between mid-July and mid-September, or Shrawan and Bhadra. Mostly during monsoon season, it rains all the time and there are thunderstorms every now and again. Due to severe rainfall, it causes landslides in some locations, and the roadways become muddy, making travel difficult. This season, there have only been a few motorbike locations left. It’s a great time to go mountain biking in the Upper Mustang. Upper Mustang is a reed-shaded region that abuts the Tibetan plateau.
- Sharad Ritu (Autumn Season): As per the Nepali calendar, the autumn season lasts from mid-September to mid-November. Post-monsoon season is another name for autumn. Because it draws a huge number of people, this period is hailed as the main season for travellers. This period is indeed referred also as festival season since it coincides with Nepal’s two major festivals, Dashai and Tihar. Summer monsoons clear the surrounding area, resulting in pleasant weather. The cold has little effect on the climate in the autumn. As a result, a motorbike tour can be planned in any part of Nepal.
- Hemanta Ritu (Pre-Winter): As per Nepali calendar, Pre-Winter is between Mangsir and Poush, while in the English calendar, it is between mid-November and mid-January. Temperature continue to fall throughout this season. Biking to the mountains can be significantly colder, but a short trip is still viable. In these months, the greatest road for motorbiking in Nepal is to Jomsom Muktinath. This really is a mustang area, also referred to as lower mustang. Riding to Nepal’s lowlands to see heritage landmarks like Lumbini and scenic beauty like Chitwan, Gorkha, Bandipur, and Pokhara on the finest motorbike route on a good roadway is a nice time during the pre-winter.
- Shishir Ritu (Winter Season): Shishir Ritu is Nepal’s chilliest season. It occurs between the middle of January and the middle of March, which is known in Nepal as Magh-Falgun. The temperature drops to near freezing, and the hilly terrain has harsh weather and significant snowfall during this time of year. The days are cool and sunny throughout the winter. This is the greatest time to go if you want to see the sights even if it’s snowing. At this time, a motorbike expedition trip in Nepal is not suggested.
Various packages are available from Nepal Highland Treks to let you bike more toward the mountains or tour Nepal’s renowned cities. Nepal Highland Treks can assist you in determining the optimal time to go motorcycle trekking based on your location. Just choose the right season for a motorcycle tour during your Chennai Nepal tours and you are good to go.