Himalayan Legends – 20 Days Ride Challenge is a scenic and exciting motorcycle tour in the Indian Himalayas. Riders from many countries join this trip, including the USA, UK, Europe and Australia.
This tour lasts for 20 days. You ride a Royal Enfield through Spiti, Zanskar, Ladakh and Changthang. The route has high roads, quiet valleys, blue lakes and open desert landscapes. You also cross several passes above 5,000 meters. This adds challenge and adventure to the ride.
The tour team gives full support. You travel with English speaking guides, trained mechanics and 4×4 backup vehicles. The team carries first aid kits, oxygen and tools. Your luggage goes in the support car, so you can ride freely each day.
Most riders fly into Delhi IGI Airport before the tour. Prices are available in INR, USD, EUR, GBP and AUD for riders from different countries.
This tour is ideal for riders who want adventure, mountain views and a once in a lifetime Himalayan experience.
HIGHLIGHTS:
⭐ Ride over Umling La (5,798 m), the highest motorable road in the world
⭐ Cross famous passes such as Khardung La, Baralacha La, Shinku La and Tanglang La
⭐ Explore the cultures of Spiti Valley, Zanskar, Ladakh and Nubra Valley
⭐ Visit Pangong Tso and Tso Moriri, two of the most scenic lakes in the Himalayas
⭐ Enjoy clear night skies at Hanle, one of the best stargazing locations
⭐ Experience dramatic routes like the Gata Loops and rugged off-road trails
⭐ See historic monasteries such as Tabo, Alchi, Lamayuru and Komic
⭐ Camp under the stars at wilderness locations like Sarchu and Padum
⭐ Celebrate the tour finale at a luxury mountain resort in Manali
🗻 Altitude: 200 m
Arrive in India’s capital, transfer to a luxury hotel, and explore historic sites like Red Fort and spice markets. Evening briefing introduces your crew and fellow riders, ending with a welcome dinner celebrating the journey ahead.
🚗 Driving Distance: 360 km
🕒 Driving Time: 9–10 hours
🗻 Altitude: 2,290 m
📈 Altitude Gain: 2,090 m
A scenic vehicle transfer from Delhi to the Himalayan foothills. Pass colonial-era Shimla and pine-covered ridges before reaching Kufri. Here, meet your Royal Enfield motorcycles and support team who will guide you through the upcoming adventure.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 110 km
🕒 Riding Time: 4–5 hours
🗻 Altitude: 1,000 m
📉 Altitude Loss: 1,290 m
Ride winding mountain roads into the Sutlej Valley. Experience cliffside routes, river views, and local charm in Rampur. Visit Bhimakali Temple before checking into a beautifully preserved heritage hotel, blending history with Himalayan hospitality.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 130 km
🕒 Riding Time: 5–6 hours
🗻 Altitude: 2,960 m
📈 Altitude Gain: 1,960 m
Follow the Sutlej River to Karcham Dam, then climb toward Sangla for a Tibetan-style lunch. End the day in Kalpa with breathtaking views of Kinner Kailash and a cosy evening by a mountain terrace fire.
🚗 Driving Distance: 160 km
🗻 Altitude: 4,350 m
📈 Altitude Gain: ~50 m
📉 Altitude Loss: Minimal, mostly rolling terrain with short descents
We ride parallel to the Indo-Tibetan border, tackling mixed terrain from smooth tarmac to sandy tracks and shallow water crossings. By afternoon, the turquoise expanse of Pangong Lake comes into view – a high-altitude saltwater lake stretching across India and China. Spend the night in comfortable lakeside yurts under a canopy of stars.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 120 km
🕒 Riding Time: 5–6 hours
🗻 Altitude: 3,650 m
📈 Altitude Gain: 50 m
Visit 1,000-year-old Tabo Monastery, then ride floodplains and valleys to Kaza, Spiti’s lively capital. Optional ride to Komic, the world’s highest motorable village, offers unmatched views and cultural immersion.
🚗 Driving Distance: 125 km
🗻 Altitude: 5,360 m
📈 Altitude Gain: 2,260 m
📉 Altitude Loss: 1,860 m
Our final riding day takes us over the legendary Khardung La Pass (5,360 m), once considered the world’s highest road. Descending into Leh, we celebrate the end of an epic adventure with a farewell gathering and chilled beers on the hotel lawn.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 180 km
🕒 Riding Time: 8–9 hours
🗻 Altitude: 3,650 m
📈 Altitude Gain: 570 m
🏔️ Pass Altitude: 5,091 m (Shinku La)
Climb above the treeline to Shinku La Pass at 5,091 m. Cross into Zanskar’s rugged terrain, with gravel tracks and wild scenery. Overnight in safari-style tents overlooking sweeping mountain valleys.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 190 km
🕒 Riding Time: 8–9 hours
🗻 Altitude: 3,510 m
📉 Altitude Loss: 140 m
🏔️ Pass Altitudes: Murgum La (4,370 m), Singe La (4,950 m), Sirsir La (4,780 m), Fotu La (4,108 m)
Cover five high-altitude passes and dramatic cliff-hugging roads. Ride through remote Himalayan wilderness before reaching Lamayuru, famed for its ancient monastery and moonlike landscapes.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 125 km
🕒 Riding Time: 4–5 hours
🗻 Altitude: 3,500 m
📉 Altitude Loss: 10 m
Explore Lamayuru Monastery, then ride alongside the Indus River. Visit historic Alchi Monastery before arriving in Leh, Ladakh’s vibrant capital, for a two-night stay to rest and explore.
🗻 Altitude: 3,500 m
Relax in Leh or explore its cultural treasures, from Shanti Stupa to Leh Palace. Browse markets, taste local cuisine, and enjoy a free day to recharge before more high-altitude rides.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 130 km
🕒 Riding Time: 5–6 hours
🗻 Altitude: 3,100 m
📉 Altitude Loss: 400 m
🏔️ Pass Altitude: 5,360 m (Khardung La)
Climb the iconic Khardung La Pass before descending into Nubra Valley’s sand dunes and river valleys. Stay at a tranquil lodge surrounded by the valley’s unique desert-mountain scenery.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 160 km (round trip)
🕒 Riding Time: 6–7 hours
🗻 Altitude: 3,100 m
Ride to Turtuk, a remote village near the Pakistan border. Discover Balti culture, enjoy dramatic landscapes, and retrace your route to Nubra for a peaceful campfire evening.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 150 km
🕒 Riding Time: 6–7 hours
🗻 Altitude: 4,350 m
📈 Altitude Gain: 1,250 m
Follow the Shyok River through challenging terrain to Pangong Lake’s shimmering blue waters. Overnight in comfortable yurts at the lake’s edge, framed by snow-capped mountains.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 160 km
🕒 Riding Time: 6–7 hours
🗻 Altitude: 4,300 m
📉 Altitude Loss: 50 m
Ride close to the Tibetan border on rugged, changing roads. Reach Hanle, home to India’s highest observatory, and enjoy one of the clearest night skies in the world.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 180 km (round trip)
🕒 Riding Time: 7–8 hours
🗻 Altitude: 5,798 m
📈 Altitude Gain: 1,498 m
📉 Altitude Loss: 1,498 m
🏔️ Pass Altitudes: Photi La (5,524 m), Umling La (5,798 m)
Conquer Photi La and Umling La, the world’s highest motorable road at 5,798 m. Cross open plains reminiscent of Mongolia before returning to Hanle for the night.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 150 km
🕒 Riding Time: 6–7 hours
🗻 Altitude: 4,522 m
📈 Altitude Gain: 222 m
Ride west over high passes to Tso Moriri Lake, a remote conservation area with turquoise waters and the lakeside village of Karzok. Explore its monastery and views.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 220 km
🕒 Riding Time: 8–9 hours
🗻 Altitude: 4,290 m
📉 Altitude Loss: 232 m
Cross the More Plains, descend the twisting Gata Loops, and camp on the Sarchu Plateau. Bonfire under a vast Himalayan night sky marks this remote wilderness stop.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 215 km
🕒 Riding Time: 8–9 hours
🗻 Altitude: 2,050 m
📉 Altitude Loss: 2,240 m
🏔️ Pass Altitude: 4,883 m (Baralacha La)
Ride over Baralacha La before descending into Lahaul’s green valleys. Celebrate your achievement in Manali with a farewell dinner at a luxury mountain resort.
🗻 Altitude: 2,050 m
Depart from Manali or extend your stay to relax, shop, and reflect on completing the Himalayan Legends – 20 Days Ride Challenge.
🗻 Altitude: 200 m
Arrive in India’s capital, transfer to a luxury hotel, and explore historic sites like Red Fort and spice markets. Evening briefing introduces your crew and fellow riders, ending with a welcome dinner celebrating the journey ahead.
🚗 Driving Distance: 360 km
🕒 Driving Time: 9–10 hours
🗻 Altitude: 2,290 m
📈 Altitude Gain: 2,090 m
A scenic vehicle transfer from Delhi to the Himalayan foothills. Pass colonial-era Shimla and pine-covered ridges before reaching Kufri. Here, meet your Royal Enfield motorcycles and support team who will guide you through the upcoming adventure.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 110 km
🕒 Riding Time: 4–5 hours
🗻 Altitude: 1,000 m
📉 Altitude Loss: 1,290 m
Ride winding mountain roads into the Sutlej Valley. Experience cliffside routes, river views, and local charm in Rampur. Visit Bhimakali Temple before checking into a beautifully preserved heritage hotel, blending history with Himalayan hospitality.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 130 km
🕒 Riding Time: 5–6 hours
🗻 Altitude: 2,960 m
📈 Altitude Gain: 1,960 m
Follow the Sutlej River to Karcham Dam, then climb toward Sangla for a Tibetan-style lunch. End the day in Kalpa with breathtaking views of Kinner Kailash and a cosy evening by a mountain terrace fire.
🚗 Driving Distance: 160 km
🗻 Altitude: 4,350 m
📈 Altitude Gain: ~50 m
📉 Altitude Loss: Minimal, mostly rolling terrain with short descents
We ride parallel to the Indo-Tibetan border, tackling mixed terrain from smooth tarmac to sandy tracks and shallow water crossings. By afternoon, the turquoise expanse of Pangong Lake comes into view – a high-altitude saltwater lake stretching across India and China. Spend the night in comfortable lakeside yurts under a canopy of stars.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 120 km
🕒 Riding Time: 5–6 hours
🗻 Altitude: 3,650 m
📈 Altitude Gain: 50 m
Visit 1,000-year-old Tabo Monastery, then ride floodplains and valleys to Kaza, Spiti’s lively capital. Optional ride to Komic, the world’s highest motorable village, offers unmatched views and cultural immersion.
🚗 Driving Distance: 125 km
🗻 Altitude: 5,360 m
📈 Altitude Gain: 2,260 m
📉 Altitude Loss: 1,860 m
Our final riding day takes us over the legendary Khardung La Pass (5,360 m), once considered the world’s highest road. Descending into Leh, we celebrate the end of an epic adventure with a farewell gathering and chilled beers on the hotel lawn.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 180 km
🕒 Riding Time: 8–9 hours
🗻 Altitude: 3,650 m
📈 Altitude Gain: 570 m
🏔️ Pass Altitude: 5,091 m (Shinku La)
Climb above the treeline to Shinku La Pass at 5,091 m. Cross into Zanskar’s rugged terrain, with gravel tracks and wild scenery. Overnight in safari-style tents overlooking sweeping mountain valleys.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 190 km
🕒 Riding Time: 8–9 hours
🗻 Altitude: 3,510 m
📉 Altitude Loss: 140 m
🏔️ Pass Altitudes: Murgum La (4,370 m), Singe La (4,950 m), Sirsir La (4,780 m), Fotu La (4,108 m)
Cover five high-altitude passes and dramatic cliff-hugging roads. Ride through remote Himalayan wilderness before reaching Lamayuru, famed for its ancient monastery and moonlike landscapes.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 125 km
🕒 Riding Time: 4–5 hours
🗻 Altitude: 3,500 m
📉 Altitude Loss: 10 m
Explore Lamayuru Monastery, then ride alongside the Indus River. Visit historic Alchi Monastery before arriving in Leh, Ladakh’s vibrant capital, for a two-night stay to rest and explore.
🗻 Altitude: 3,500 m
Relax in Leh or explore its cultural treasures, from Shanti Stupa to Leh Palace. Browse markets, taste local cuisine, and enjoy a free day to recharge before more high-altitude rides.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 130 km
🕒 Riding Time: 5–6 hours
🗻 Altitude: 3,100 m
📉 Altitude Loss: 400 m
🏔️ Pass Altitude: 5,360 m (Khardung La)
Climb the iconic Khardung La Pass before descending into Nubra Valley’s sand dunes and river valleys. Stay at a tranquil lodge surrounded by the valley’s unique desert-mountain scenery.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 160 km (round trip)
🕒 Riding Time: 6–7 hours
🗻 Altitude: 3,100 m
Ride to Turtuk, a remote village near the Pakistan border. Discover Balti culture, enjoy dramatic landscapes, and retrace your route to Nubra for a peaceful campfire evening.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 150 km
🕒 Riding Time: 6–7 hours
🗻 Altitude: 4,350 m
📈 Altitude Gain: 1,250 m
Follow the Shyok River through challenging terrain to Pangong Lake’s shimmering blue waters. Overnight in comfortable yurts at the lake’s edge, framed by snow-capped mountains.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 160 km
🕒 Riding Time: 6–7 hours
🗻 Altitude: 4,300 m
📉 Altitude Loss: 50 m
Ride close to the Tibetan border on rugged, changing roads. Reach Hanle, home to India’s highest observatory, and enjoy one of the clearest night skies in the world.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 180 km (round trip)
🕒 Riding Time: 7–8 hours
🗻 Altitude: 5,798 m
📈 Altitude Gain: 1,498 m
📉 Altitude Loss: 1,498 m
🏔️ Pass Altitudes: Photi La (5,524 m), Umling La (5,798 m)
Conquer Photi La and Umling La, the world’s highest motorable road at 5,798 m. Cross open plains reminiscent of Mongolia before returning to Hanle for the night.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 150 km
🕒 Riding Time: 6–7 hours
🗻 Altitude: 4,522 m
📈 Altitude Gain: 222 m
Ride west over high passes to Tso Moriri Lake, a remote conservation area with turquoise waters and the lakeside village of Karzok. Explore its monastery and views.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 220 km
🕒 Riding Time: 8–9 hours
🗻 Altitude: 4,290 m
📉 Altitude Loss: 232 m
Cross the More Plains, descend the twisting Gata Loops, and camp on the Sarchu Plateau. Bonfire under a vast Himalayan night sky marks this remote wilderness stop.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 215 km
🕒 Riding Time: 8–9 hours
🗻 Altitude: 2,050 m
📉 Altitude Loss: 2,240 m
🏔️ Pass Altitude: 4,883 m (Baralacha La)
Ride over Baralacha La before descending into Lahaul’s green valleys. Celebrate your achievement in Manali with a farewell dinner at a luxury mountain resort.
🗻 Altitude: 2,050 m
Depart from Manali or extend your stay to relax, shop, and reflect on completing the Himalayan Legends – 20 Days Ride Challenge.
🗻 Altitude: 200 m
Arrive in India’s capital, transfer to a luxury hotel, and explore historic sites like Red Fort and spice markets. Evening briefing introduces your crew and fellow riders, ending with a welcome dinner celebrating the journey ahead.
🚗 Driving Distance: 360 km
🕒 Driving Time: 9–10 hours
🗻 Altitude: 2,290 m
📈 Altitude Gain: 2,090 m
A scenic vehicle transfer from Delhi to the Himalayan foothills. Pass colonial-era Shimla and pine-covered ridges before reaching Kufri. Here, meet your Royal Enfield motorcycles and support team who will guide you through the upcoming adventure.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 110 km
🕒 Riding Time: 4–5 hours
🗻 Altitude: 1,000 m
📉 Altitude Loss: 1,290 m
Ride winding mountain roads into the Sutlej Valley. Experience cliffside routes, river views, and local charm in Rampur. Visit Bhimakali Temple before checking into a beautifully preserved heritage hotel, blending history with Himalayan hospitality.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 130 km
🕒 Riding Time: 5–6 hours
🗻 Altitude: 2,960 m
📈 Altitude Gain: 1,960 m
Follow the Sutlej River to Karcham Dam, then climb toward Sangla for a Tibetan-style lunch. End the day in Kalpa with breathtaking views of Kinner Kailash and a cosy evening by a mountain terrace fire.
🚗 Driving Distance: 160 km
🗻 Altitude: 4,350 m
📈 Altitude Gain: ~50 m
📉 Altitude Loss: Minimal, mostly rolling terrain with short descents
We ride parallel to the Indo-Tibetan border, tackling mixed terrain from smooth tarmac to sandy tracks and shallow water crossings. By afternoon, the turquoise expanse of Pangong Lake comes into view – a high-altitude saltwater lake stretching across India and China. Spend the night in comfortable lakeside yurts under a canopy of stars.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 120 km
🕒 Riding Time: 5–6 hours
🗻 Altitude: 3,650 m
📈 Altitude Gain: 50 m
Visit 1,000-year-old Tabo Monastery, then ride floodplains and valleys to Kaza, Spiti’s lively capital. Optional ride to Komic, the world’s highest motorable village, offers unmatched views and cultural immersion.
🚗 Driving Distance: 125 km
🗻 Altitude: 5,360 m
📈 Altitude Gain: 2,260 m
📉 Altitude Loss: 1,860 m
Our final riding day takes us over the legendary Khardung La Pass (5,360 m), once considered the world’s highest road. Descending into Leh, we celebrate the end of an epic adventure with a farewell gathering and chilled beers on the hotel lawn.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 180 km
🕒 Riding Time: 8–9 hours
🗻 Altitude: 3,650 m
📈 Altitude Gain: 570 m
🏔️ Pass Altitude: 5,091 m (Shinku La)
Climb above the treeline to Shinku La Pass at 5,091 m. Cross into Zanskar’s rugged terrain, with gravel tracks and wild scenery. Overnight in safari-style tents overlooking sweeping mountain valleys.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 190 km
🕒 Riding Time: 8–9 hours
🗻 Altitude: 3,510 m
📉 Altitude Loss: 140 m
🏔️ Pass Altitudes: Murgum La (4,370 m), Singe La (4,950 m), Sirsir La (4,780 m), Fotu La (4,108 m)
Cover five high-altitude passes and dramatic cliff-hugging roads. Ride through remote Himalayan wilderness before reaching Lamayuru, famed for its ancient monastery and moonlike landscapes.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 125 km
🕒 Riding Time: 4–5 hours
🗻 Altitude: 3,500 m
📉 Altitude Loss: 10 m
Explore Lamayuru Monastery, then ride alongside the Indus River. Visit historic Alchi Monastery before arriving in Leh, Ladakh’s vibrant capital, for a two-night stay to rest and explore.
🗻 Altitude: 3,500 m
Relax in Leh or explore its cultural treasures, from Shanti Stupa to Leh Palace. Browse markets, taste local cuisine, and enjoy a free day to recharge before more high-altitude rides.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 130 km
🕒 Riding Time: 5–6 hours
🗻 Altitude: 3,100 m
📉 Altitude Loss: 400 m
🏔️ Pass Altitude: 5,360 m (Khardung La)
Climb the iconic Khardung La Pass before descending into Nubra Valley’s sand dunes and river valleys. Stay at a tranquil lodge surrounded by the valley’s unique desert-mountain scenery.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 160 km (round trip)
🕒 Riding Time: 6–7 hours
🗻 Altitude: 3,100 m
Ride to Turtuk, a remote village near the Pakistan border. Discover Balti culture, enjoy dramatic landscapes, and retrace your route to Nubra for a peaceful campfire evening.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 150 km
🕒 Riding Time: 6–7 hours
🗻 Altitude: 4,350 m
📈 Altitude Gain: 1,250 m
Follow the Shyok River through challenging terrain to Pangong Lake’s shimmering blue waters. Overnight in comfortable yurts at the lake’s edge, framed by snow-capped mountains.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 160 km
🕒 Riding Time: 6–7 hours
🗻 Altitude: 4,300 m
📉 Altitude Loss: 50 m
Ride close to the Tibetan border on rugged, changing roads. Reach Hanle, home to India’s highest observatory, and enjoy one of the clearest night skies in the world.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 180 km (round trip)
🕒 Riding Time: 7–8 hours
🗻 Altitude: 5,798 m
📈 Altitude Gain: 1,498 m
📉 Altitude Loss: 1,498 m
🏔️ Pass Altitudes: Photi La (5,524 m), Umling La (5,798 m)
Conquer Photi La and Umling La, the world’s highest motorable road at 5,798 m. Cross open plains reminiscent of Mongolia before returning to Hanle for the night.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 150 km
🕒 Riding Time: 6–7 hours
🗻 Altitude: 4,522 m
📈 Altitude Gain: 222 m
Ride west over high passes to Tso Moriri Lake, a remote conservation area with turquoise waters and the lakeside village of Karzok. Explore its monastery and views.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 220 km
🕒 Riding Time: 8–9 hours
🗻 Altitude: 4,290 m
📉 Altitude Loss: 232 m
Cross the More Plains, descend the twisting Gata Loops, and camp on the Sarchu Plateau. Bonfire under a vast Himalayan night sky marks this remote wilderness stop.
🏍️ Riding Distance: 215 km
🕒 Riding Time: 8–9 hours
🗻 Altitude: 2,050 m
📉 Altitude Loss: 2,240 m
🏔️ Pass Altitude: 4,883 m (Baralacha La)
Ride over Baralacha La before descending into Lahaul’s green valleys. Celebrate your achievement in Manali with a farewell dinner at a luxury mountain resort.
🗻 Altitude: 2,050 m
Depart from Manali or extend your stay to relax, shop, and reflect on completing the Himalayan Legends – 20 Days Ride Challenge.
Arrival at Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi
Departure From Manali
Motorcycle & Expedition Support
Accommodation
Meals
Transport & Logistics
Permits & Documentation
Safety & Medical Support
Operational & Additional Support
International flights to and from India
Indian visa fees
Personal riding gear (helmet, riding jacket, gloves, boots, etc.)
Personal travel and medical insurance (mandatory)
Medical treatment or evacuation costs, if required
Meals not specifically mentioned under “Package Inclusions”
Personal expenses such as laundry, phone calls, tips, and souvenirs
Camera, video, or drone permits (if applicable)
Costs arising due to weather conditions, road closures, mechanical delays, or political situations
Any service not explicitly mentioned under “Package Inclusions”
Rental gear available at: Into Wild Himalaya Shop
(Curated by Into Wild Himalaya Expeditions)
Every rider must bring certified riding gear suited for mixed terrain and varying Himalayan weather.
Full-face ISI/DOT/ECE certified helmet (with clear & tinted visors)
Riding jacket (CE Level 2 armor; detachable thermal & rain liners)
Riding pants (with knee & hip protection)
Riding gloves (waterproof, insulated preferred)
Riding boots (ankle-length, waterproof, sturdy sole)
Balaclava / neck warmer (for cold passes)
Riding goggles (for dust & wind protection if using an open-face helmet)
The weather can shift drastically from sunny plains to freezing high passes — layer up smartly.
Quick-dry base layers (2–3 sets)
Thermal innerwear (top & bottom)
Fleece jacket / down jacket (mid-layer warmth)
Light rain jacket / poncho (for off-bike use)
Convertible trekking pants (1–2 pairs)
T-shirts (3–4 quick-dry options)
Casual evening wear (1–2 sets)
Warm cap / beanie
Cotton scarf / buff (for dust & sun protection)
Socks (3–4 pairs, including 1 woolen pair)
Sneakers or sandals (for evening walks or camp use)
These ensure your comfort and bike safety during long Himalayan rides.
Riding rain covers (for self & luggage)
Elastic bungee cords / Rok straps
Magnetic tank bag / saddle bags / waterproof duffel
Toolkit (basic multi-tool, Allen keys, tire pressure gauge)
Cloth or microfiber wipes (for helmet visor & bike)
Spare gloves / face shield
Into Wild Himalaya Expeditions provides a medical support kit, but each rider should carry personal essentials.
Personal medicines (as prescribed)
Diamox / Acetazolamide (for altitude prevention – only under medical advice)
Painkillers / anti-inflammatory tablets
Band-aids / antiseptic cream
Rehydration salts (ORS)
Cold & cough tablets
Hand sanitizer & wet wipes
Sunscreen (SPF 50+) & lip balm (UV protection)
Keep all documents waterproofed in a zip pouch or travel wallet.
Driving license (valid motorcycle license)
International driving permit (for foreign riders)
Passport & visa copies
2–3 passport-sized photos
Travel insurance copy (covering motorbike activities)
Emergency contact details
Cash (₹10,000–₹15,000 small denominations) — ATMs are rare in high-altitude regions.
Electricity can be limited in remote valleys — plan power backup smartly.
Phone & camera chargers
Power bank (≥10,000 mAh)
GoPro / action camera + spare batteries
Headlamp / torch (with extra cells)
Universal plug adapter
These small things often make long rides much easier.
Earplugs (for wind or snoring roommates )
Energy bars / trail mix / chocolates
Small hydration pack or bottle
Microfiber towel
Notebook or travel diary
Compact binoculars / camera lens
Small foldable daypack
Pack light but smart — every extra kilo matters at 5,000 m.
Waterproof everything using dry bags or garbage liners.
Avoid cotton; choose moisture-wicking fabrics.
Break in your riding boots before the trip.
Carry copies of all important documents (paper + digital).
Safety is our top priority. Our guides are trained First Aid Responders and prepared for high-altitude situations. Every trek, expedition, and motorbike tour includes a comprehensive first aid kit tailored for remote and high-altitude environments.
Core Medical Supplies
Wound Care: Bandages, sterile gauze, antiseptic wipes, antibiotic ointment
Blisters & Burns: Moleskin, burn gel, petroleum jelly
Fractures & Sprains: SAM splint, triangular bandage, compression wraps
Medications: Painkillers, antihistamines, anti-diarrheal, ORS, antacids, Diamox
Tools: Tweezers, scissors, gloves, CPR face shield, thermometer, pulse oximeter, whistle, mirror
Additional (for Remote/Extended Treks)
Tourniquet, emergency bandages, quick-clot gauze, sterile eye wash, foil blanket, water purification tablets
Optional Add-ons (As Needed)
Personal meds (inhalers, insulin, EpiPen)
Snake bite kit (in high-risk zones)
Tick remover (for forested routes)
High-Altitude Protocol
Above 4500 meters: A portable hypobaric chamber is always carried for emergency altitude management.
More than 30 days before your trip: 90% refund
15–30 days before: 50% refund
7–14 days before: 25% refund
Less than 7 days or no-show: No refund
Custom/private trips: Booking advance is non-refundable. Last-minute changes are subject to availability and costs.
For more details on our cancellation policy, please refer to the following link:
https://iwhexpeditions.com/cancellation_policy/
