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Manali to Jispa Moto Ride
RideModerateMax 3,978m (Rohtang Pass)

Manali to Jispa Moto Ride

The road to Ladakh's doorstep. 3 days, high passes, and campfire at 3,200m.

Lahaul & Spiti, Himachal Pradesh · 4 days · Groups of 612

Highlights

  • Rohtang Pass — the gateway between green Kullu and barren Lahaul
  • Keylong — district HQ of Lahaul, ancient monastery town
  • Jispa — riverside campsite on the Bhaga River, Ladakh on the horizon
  • Sissu waterfall — thundering fall visible from the road
  • High-altitude riding with minimal traffic beyond Rohtang
  • Bhaga River gorge — one of the most dramatic river road sections in Himachal

Day-by-day Itinerary

1

Manali: ride briefing + bike check

Arrive Manali. Bike handover, gear check, route briefing, mechanic introduction. Group dinner.

Altitude: 2,050mStay: Guesthouse
2

Manali → Rohtang Pass → Keylong

Cross Rohtang at dawn before tourist traffic. Lahaul reveals itself. Keylong for lunch and night.

Altitude: 3,100mDistance: 120 kmStay: Guesthouse
3

Keylong → Jispa → Darcha

River road all the way. Jispa camp by the Bhaga. Darcha viewpoint — Ladakh border in sight.

Altitude: 3,200mDistance: 60 kmStay: Tents
4

Jispa → Manali return

Ride back through Lahaul. Sissu waterfall stop. Arrive Manali. Bikes returned.

Altitude: 2,050mDistance: 145 kmStay: — departure

What's included

  • Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 rental (or own bike option)
  • All meals Day 1 dinner to Day 4 breakfast
  • Accommodation — guesthouses and tents
  • Experienced ride leader
  • Rohtang permit
  • Mechanic support vehicle

Not included

  • Personal travel to/from Manali
  • Fuel cost (₹1,500–2,000 estimated)
  • Riding gear (helmets, jacket — rentable)
  • Travel insurance

FAQs

Do I need prior riding experience?

Yes — you should be comfortable on a motorcycle on mountain roads. Full Ladakh experience not required but 500+ km on hilly roads minimum.

What if I don't have a bike license?

A valid Indian two-wheeler license is mandatory. No exceptions for road safety.

Logistics

Meeting point

Manali Bus Stand, Himachal Pradesh

Trip ends

Manali Bus Stand, Himachal Pradesh

Minimum age

21 years

Fitness required

Moderate — riding endurance, no trekking involved

Starting from

₹22,000

per person, all inclusive

Next batch: July 2026

Duration4 days
Group size612 people
Advance to book₹5,000
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