Planning to go Ama yangri this weekend on motorbike, need some information.

Kiran

Kiran

Hi guys, i am planning to visit ama yangri this weekend with few friends.

I have few questions,
- What will be the weather in ama yangri? is it too cold in night? We are planning betwee dec 1st to dec 8th 2024.
- What will be the accomodation? does we get good room or we have to stay in Tent?
- What kind of clothes should i pack?
- How many hours/ KMs from kathmandu to reach the destination?
- How is the road condition, i heard some part of road is too difficult on bike?
- Which bike will be suitable? we are planning to go with either honda xr190, crfs or xpulse 200 offroad bikes, it is okay with those bikes?
- I heard we have to hike almost two hours? until where we can go by bike and from where hiking part will start?
- any recommdations of hotels around Ama yangri?
- Also please share the route, we want to start from thamel.
hope i will get a quick response soon

thanks
 
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Santosh

Santosh

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Just returned from Ama Yangri last week.
  • Weather will be cold during night and the morning time, so prepare well for the cold. Bring some extra layers to keep you warm.

  • There are both tented and room accommodations at Ama Yangri Base camp, book early as there are limited number of hotels at the base camp. If you opt to stay below Ama Yangri base camp, there are multiple options to stay in Tarkeyghyang or Sermathang. From there, it will take 3-4 hours to reach at the base camp and hike for about 2-3 hours (depending upon your hiking speed).

  • Down jackets and thermals would be suitable for the night as it's going to be a chilly night.

  • There are multiple ways to reach Ama Yangri. On average, it will be about 100 km from Kathmandu, but it may take 5-6 hours to reach base camp depending upon the route you choose and the stops you will make on the way.

  • Till Melamchi, road conditions is good, after you cross the Melamchi river, then the route is completely up hill off-road, this is where it will get a little difficult to ride your bike.

  • Honda XR 190, crfs, or xpulse 200 will all be suitable for this road. I've seen 350 Classic, Bajaj Avengers, and even scooters at the base camp. Honda XR 190, crfs or xpulse 200 will be perfect on this trail.

  • You can ride up to Ama Yangri Base Camp and you will have to hike for about 2+ hours (depending upon your walking speed) to reach at the top.

  • The route we took was;

    Kathmandu-Sankhu-Jaharsing Pauwa-Melamchi-Kakani-Sermathang-Tarkeghyang-Ama Yangri Base Camp-Ama Yangri-Tarkeghyang-Timbu-Melamchi-Zero-Dhulikhel-Suryabinayak-Kathmandu.​

Make sure to fill up your bike tank at Melamchi.
Also, carry some water and snacks while you are hiking up Ama Yangri.

I hope this answers all of your questions. Enjoy your ride.

Cheers
 
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Santosh

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Sujan

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S.Katuwal said:
@Santosh could you share how's the condition of the road from Melamchi to Tarkeghyang?
Do you recommend a Scooter?
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Please don’t take scooter, its not a suitable bike, road is totally offorad. Better go with offroad bike. Just came back yesterday from Ama yangri. Ani please check the route properly. There are lots of confusing roads which I don’t think anyone mentions in any blog. We lost almost 3-4 times and ended up traveling in late night through in dark jungle roads. I will write in more details very soon,
 
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Santosh

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S.Katuwal said:
@Santosh could you share how's the condition of the road from Melamchi to Tarkeghyang?
Do you recommend a Scooter?
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I've seen people taking scooter, but I'd strongly recommend not to take scooter, better to take a dirt bikes. Also check the route properly before heading to ama yangri. There are different routes which makes little confusion.
 
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Hima Ghale

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Hi there! Here's some helpful information for your Ama Yangri trip:

1. Weather:​

In December, Ama Yangri experiences cold temperatures, especially at night. Expect temperatures to range between 0°C to 10°C. Nights can be quite chilly, so pack warm layers.

2. Accommodation:​

- Options are limited in this remote area.
- You might need to carry camping gear and be prepared to stay in tents.
- There are no luxury hotels directly at the site; basic teahouses or homestays might be available in nearby villages.

3. Clothing Recommendations:​

- Warm, layered clothing
- Thermal innerwear
- Waterproof jacket
- Warm hat and gloves
- Sturdy hiking boots
- Thick socks

4. Distance and Travel:​

- Approximately 80-90 km from Kathmandu
- Travel time: 4-5 hours by vehicle
- Route: Thamel → Bhaktapur → Banepa → Dholaka → Singati → Ama Yangri area

5. Road Conditions**:​

- Challenging terrain, especially after Singati
- Rough, unpaved sections
- Requires careful navigation

6. Bike Recommendations:​

- Honda XR190, CRF, and XPulse 200 are good choices
- These are suitable off-road bikes for the terrain
- Ensure bikes are in excellent condition
- Carry a basic repair kit and spare parts

7. Hiking:​

- Bike can go partway, but you'll need to hike the final stretch
- Estimated 1.5-2 hours of hiking from where the road ends
- Terrain is steep and can be challenging

8. Additional Tips:​

- Check current local conditions before travel
- Carry sufficient water and food
- Have a local contact or guide if possible
- Inform someone about your detailed travel plan
- Carry first aid kit
- Check the weather forecast closer to your travel date

Safety first! Enjoy your adventure to Ama Yangri!
 
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