“BIKE 15” 2-Day Himalayan Mountain Bike Route

Day 1 of our adventure, and we embark on a short one-hour drive to the base of Pakia mountain, which is 5,700 feet high and located across the famous Doi Chiang Dao mountain range, also known as "The last tooth of the Himalayas." As we begin our well-shaded uphill bike ride to the Pakia Summit, we are rewarded with increasingly beautiful views of Doi Chiang Dao. The summit offers breathtaking panoramic views, and we relax and enjoy a well-deserved dinner. The cool evening air on Pakia mountain provides a peaceful atmosphere as we soak in the dusk, night, and dawn of nature.

On Day 2, we rise early to witness the sunrise, and after a hot cup of coffee and generous breakfast, we are ready to cruise down one of the many trails on the mountain, depending on our skill level. We arrive in Mae Taman, known for its elephant camps situated next to the Mae Taman River, where we enjoy our lunch before taking a truck back to Chiang Mai. This is an incredible experience reserved for fit nature enthusiasts.

When: 8:30 am-5:30 pm

Trip: 2 day Chiang Dao mountain riding

Day 1: Ride up to Pakia Summit, 1100m elevation uphill change

Day 2: Descent to Mae Taman Valley

Overnight : staying at the summit huts of Pakia

Location: Doi Pakia, Chiang Dao

Biking time: uphill approx.: 5 hrs., 25 km, DH approx.: 3-4 hrs. : 35 km

Elevation change: from 5700 feet (1700m) down to 1300 feet (450m)

Riding Conditions: 1 st day 90 % uphill and 2nd day 80% downhill, rarely used dirt road

Flora: Pine forest, jungle, plantations

Levels: intermediate through experts

Personal fitness: above average

All meals and water provided