PlannedTibetan Plateau
Kathmandu to the base camps below Everest and Cho Oyu, across a plateau that runs high, wide and empty. October and November.

Most people see Everest from a trekking trail. On this side of the border you ride to it, across a plateau that runs wide, high and almost empty for three hundred kilometres at a stretch.
Tibet is not a harder ride than Ladakh, it is a bigger one. The tarmac out of Kyirong is good and the passes are graded, but you spend days above 14,000 feet with the wind coming across open ground and nothing between one town and the next. What makes it serious is the altitude, the distance and the weather, in that order.
Our route crosses at Rasuwagadhi and runs the Friendship Highway past Peiku Tso, under Shishapangma and Cho Oyu, to the base camps and back. Every rider needs a Tibet travel permit and a group visa, both arranged through our Lhasa-registered partner, and Chinese law requires a registered guide and vehicle with the group the whole way.
A Kathmandu team and a Lhasa-registered partner, so the crossing at Rasuwagadhi is a morning rather than an ordeal.
The Tibet travel permit and the group visa take a working day in Kathmandu and cannot be rushed. It is built into the itinerary.
Kyirong, then Tingri, then the base camps. Oxygen, a first aid kit and an altitude protocol travel with the group.
Expedition leader, road captain, sweep rider, mechanic and a backup vehicle carrying the luggage.
Ten riders at most. On ground this remote, a bigger group is a slower group.

October and November are the settled months. Tell us which one and we will start the paperwork.
More than anywhere else we ride, and none of them can be bought at the border.
For this expedition you need:
We arrange all of it, and the itinerary gives it a full working day in Kathmandu. Your passport has to be with us for that day, so do not plan anything that needs it.
The base camp day tops out around 16,000 feet, and you sleep at 14,268 feet at Tingri for two nights.
That is high enough that acclimatisation is not optional. We climb in stages, ride the plateau days slowly, and carry oxygen. If someone is not adjusting, the answer is to lose altitude, and the backup vehicle is there for exactly that.
October and November, and there is little flexibility in that.
The border itself can also close at short notice for reasons that have nothing to do with weather. It is the one risk on this route we cannot plan away.
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Had a fantastic 15-day Ladakh tour which was extended down to Dharmashala, the extra days were a great addition. Going into this with no prior experience of Off Horizon or my fellow adventurers I can only say that it exceeded all my expectations. Bikes were great, lodging and food was as good as could be expected in the locations we visited, and the team was tirelessly friendly and helpful, with a genuine passion for sharing their country and culture.
I have just completed the 11 day Ladakh tour with Offhorizon Adventures. Right from the initial contact the team there were extremely helpful and nothing was to much trouble for them to help with, from flight advise from Ireland, transportation, extra accommodation and even possible medical issues like altitude sickness that might arise. If I thought they were good at this stage ? I was blown away by their level of professionalism and hospitality during my trip. Everyone on the Off Horizon Team made this a trip of a lifetime for me. The bikes were well maintained and in excellent condition, any little tweaks, personal preferences or changes to their set were undertaken to suit all riders. Once on the road and starting our adventure, you always felt safe, their advise and attention to detail made the trip truly unforgettable. My exsperience of off road was “0” but with their help, I got through it and enjoyed every minute. We travelled through some of the most beautiful scenery imaginable with every day bringing something new. The accomadation throughout was just perfect with a mix of first class hotels to small family units in the more isolated locations- considering the Irish pallet and diet the food was great and again the team explained every offering. I’m not going to single out any particular Off Horizon team member because each one of them gave 100% of their professionalism, time, hospitality and kindness to every one on this trip- they limit their numbers, which is great because you get that extra attention and help- I could write pages on what I saw and did during the trip but this is something you are going to have to exsperience yourself. Huge thank you to all the other guys on the trip too and a pleasure to meet you all- I would have no hesitation in recommending Off Horizon if you are planning this trip- thank you so much for a truly fantastic adventure 🇮🇪🇮🇳
Very well organised tour with expert riders, support and backup vehicle. The Offhorizon team new all the routes. Very committed team who took very good care of all of us riding team members, with personal attention. The team left no stone unturned to ensure our entire ride across 2150 kms was exciting, very safe without a single incident. Well paced rides with key halts, refueling stops, zero breakdowns and planned to perfection. I wish this team great succes in the future.
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Great experience! Caring and skilled team, quality bikes, engaging itinerary, good selection of accommodations, endless supply of food and drinks, cultural experiences and a dedicated video/photographer to capture all that. Highly recommended. PS: Surya created an extended 15 day Ladakh and Himachal tour (the original was 11 days) in response to our request. It turned out be much more enjoyable.
Huge thanks to the entire Offhorizon Adventures team for the amazing organization of our tour! We rode an incredible route from Manali through the Zanskar Valley and Kargil all the way to Leh—it was the adventure of a lifetime. I’d like to specifically highlight the team's professional approach: * Bikes and support: The motorcycles were in excellent mechanical condition, fully prepped for high-altitude riding and off-road terrain. You feel safe throughout the entire journey. * Route and logistics: Everything was well-planned, from the initial briefing to stops, accommodation, and meals. The guides know the area perfectly, maintain a comfortable riding pace, and allow time to soak in the fantastic Himalayan views. * Atmosphere: The team is incredibly warm, responsive, and open. They are ready to help, offer advice, and handle any logistical issue at a moment's notice. If you are planning a high-altitude motorcycle tour in Ladakh or Zanskar, I definitely recommend Offhorizon Adventures.
To everyone who has ridden with us: thank you. Your stories are the reason we keep planning the next one.