FAQs
FAQ - Adventure Motorcycle Tours
Itineraries & Destinations
What regions in the Indian Himalayas do you ride?
ADVbasics offers curated routes through Spiti Valley, Ladakh’s high passes, Uttrakhand’s forest trails, tribal regions in the North East, and Zanskar’s rugged landscapes. Each route is chosen for stunning vistas, cultural immersion, and varying degrees of technical challenges.
What about the Nepalese Himalayas?
Nepal is very close to our heart. we offer curated trips to Upper Mustang, Lower Mustang and Manang.
How long do your expeditions typically last?
Standard tours run 7–14 days. We also design 3-day taster rides, 21-day deep-dives, and fully bespoke journeys. Multi-week options include rest days for acclimatization and side excursions.
Can I combine multiple regions into one trip?
Yes. We can link Spiti with Ladakh / Zanskar other options on request into a single seamless itinerary. Custom combinations ensure you maximize scenery and cultural encounters.
Skill Level & Experience Requirements
What riding experience do I need?
We recommend at least intermediate off-road skills—confidence standing, throttle control on loose surfaces, and basic hill climbs. If you are not yet confident, we can do a pre-ride fundamentals course or a private pre-tour training session to bring your skills & confidence up to speed.
How technical are the routes?
Routes vary from runway-like tarmac to broken tarmac and graded gravel tracks (difficulty level 2/5) to tracks with babyhead rocks and small water crossings (up to 3/5). Each day’s brief outlines expected terrain and suggested fitness level.
The exception is our extreme tours where the difficulty level varies between 3/5 – 5/5.
Health, Safety & Altitude Acclimatization
How do you manage altitude sickness?
Our itineraries include built-in acclimatization days. We train guides in AMS recognition, carry portable oxygen, and have emergency evacuation protocols. We also strongly recommend a prophylactic protocol with Acetazolamize (to be approved by a competent and licensed Physician experienced in High Altitude).
What medical facilities are available en route?
A support vehicle carries comprehensive medical kits. Our guides are internationally certified in Wilderness Medicine. Depending on the trip, the lead or sweep rider might be a qualified first responder. The high mountains is a resource-austere environment when it comes to medicine so we design our trips accordingly. If you have specific medical concerns you can reach out to us nd we would be happy to make suitable accommodations where possible.
Booking & Payment
How far in advance should I book?
Peak season (May–October) fills quickly. We recommend booking 6–9 months ahead for preferred dates, motorcycle selection, and group size. Off-season can be confirmed 2–3 months prior.
What are your payment terms?
A 30% deposit confirms your spot. The balance is due 60 days before departure. Flexible plans and installment options are available for group or long-duration trips.
What’s your cancellation policy?
- >120 days: 10% fee
- 90–120 days: 25% fee
- 60–90 days: 50% fee
- <60 days: Non-refundable, transferable credit only
Travel & Logistics
Can you arrange airport transfers?
Yes. We include private transfers from Delhi, Chandigarh, or Leh airports. Vehicles are air-conditioned (except in Leh) and equipped for luggage on arrival and departure days.
What about fuel and spare parts?
Our support vehicle carries emergency fuel, common consumable spares, and toolkits. For remote areas where fuel availability or quality is expected to be an issue, we do prior fuel dumps at our accommodations in multiples of 200l barrels.
Accommodation, Meals & Cultural Experiences
What level of lodging do you provide?
Expect boutique heritage hotels, luxury tented camps with hot showers, and eco-stylish homestays run by local families. All properties meet premium hygiene and service standards. Generally, subject to availability we will be at one of the best hotels offered by the city which we are in.
Are meals included?
Yes. Daily breakfast and dinner at hotels or camps. Our support vehicle carries bottled water, isotonic electrolyte hydration mixes and energy gels/bars for everyone. Since Nakul happens to be a trained and certified barista, on the tours he leads himself, you can expect to get some specialty coffee drinks brewed at high altitudes!
Due to somewhat limited availability at high altitude and remote regions, we cannot guarantee accommodation of special dietary requests but we endeavor to do so wherever and whenever possible.
Do you organize cultural activities?
Absolutely. Options include village visits, monastery tours, local handicraft workshops, food crawls to deepen your adventure experience.
Motorcycle Rentals & Riding Gear
Which bikes are available for rent?
For those of our guests who are doing a fly-and-ride tour or simply do not have a motorcycle available, we offer KTM 390 Adventure, and BMW G 310 GS and Royal Enfield Himalayan models.
What riding gear do you provide?
We do not offer any riding gear and recommend that the rider brings their own certified riding gear. We require the rider to have full riding gear; which is defined as:
- Full-face helmet
- Protective upper & lower body armor/jacket/pants with protection for Back, Shoulder, Elbow, Hip & Knee
- Riding boots
- Riding gloves
Should I bring any personal gear?
Bring your preferred sunscreen, sunglasses, and hydration pack. We email a comprehensive gear checklist upon booking to ensure you’re fully prepared.
Customization & Private Groups
Can I book a private tour for family or corporate teams?
Yes. We tailor routes, accommodations, and activities to your group’s pace and interests. Corporate branding, team-building modules, and luxury add-ons are available.
Are solo travelers welcome?
Solo riders can join shared groups or request a single-rider private package
Do you offer mother-daughter or women-only trips?
Yes. We curate women-led expeditions and family-friendly tours with experienced guides for added comfort and safety.
Sustainability & Responsible Travel
How does ADVbasics minimize environmental impact?
We follow Leave No Trace principles, use eco-friendly camps, and support local eco-projects. Waste is carried out, with minimal single-use plastics.
Do you support local communities?
Yes. We prioritize homestays, family-run lodges, and local guides to maximize community benefit.
General FAQs & Brand Information
About ADVbasics
Who founded ADVbasics?
ADVbasics was established by Nakul, an adventure motorcycling instructor and storyteller passionate about Himalayan culture and safety-first riding. Learn more here
What is your mission?
To deliver life-changing off-road experiences and world-class skill development through sustainable, culturally immersive motorcycle adventures. Learn more here
Brand Philosophy & Quality Standards
How do you maintain premium service?
We vet every accommodation, train every support-driver and guide to global safety standards, and generally limit all groups to 10 riders for personalized attention. Our equipment, both Mechanical and Medical is best-in-class and we are trained in rescue as well as Incident Management.
What certifications do you hold?
Nakul maintains a current Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification from Hanifl Centre/Arie Backcountry Medicine, USA; as well as a CPR credential from the American Heart Association (AHA) & Epinephrine Autoinjector (EAI) certification.
He also has HeatWise, ConcussionWise, CardiacWise and COVIDWise certifications for sports coaches from Sport Safety International, USA.
Another certification he maintains is the Bloodborne Pathogens Certification Course from NHCPS, USA.
Additionally, he also attends 1-2 international journal clubs focused on Wilderness Medicine every month to stay at the forefront of the subject and to learn from the case studies presented by other practitioners of Wilderness, Tactical, and Austere Medicine at various qualification levels worldwide.
Additional training on Risk Management, Professional Guiding Principles and Leave No Trace Principles from various domestic and international organizations and industry associations has been successfully completed as well.
Our other guides are generally certified to Wilderness First-Aid (WFA) or Wilderness Advanced First-Aid (WAFA) levels from Hanifl Centre/Arie Backcountry Medicine, USA.
Environmental & Social Commitment
How do you promote responsible tourism?
Do you support local artisans?
Yes. We endeavor to give as much business as possible to by regional artists and cooperatives.
Contact, Media & Careers
How can I reach ADVbasics?
Are you hiring?
We seek certified guides, content creators, and marketing strategists. Check https://advbasics.com/careers/ for openings.
Do you work with media and partners?
Yes. We welcome journalists, influencers, and brand collaborations. Please send proposals to partnerships@ADVbasics.com.
Feel free to explore ADVbasics.com or reach out directly for any further questions.
We look forward to riding with you!
FAQ – Motorcycle Training Programs
Training Levels & Curriculum
What courses do you offer?
We offer a wide variety of courses to suit all skill levels. You can see the details here
How do I choose the right level?
If you are unsure of what level is appropriate for you, we offer a one-on-one assessment either at a dirtpark or on the trail. Based on the observation during this session, we recommend the ideal program to accelerate your skills.
What learning methodologies do you use?
A blend of demonstration rides, guided practice, review sessions, video analysis, mental strategies and theory modules.
Locations & Facilities
Where in Delhi do you train?
We partner with multiple dirtparks in the NCR area to build customized circuits to suit our training goals and offer a wide variety of terrain features depending on the learning objectives of the course.
Do you conduct mountain camps?
Yes. We host 3–5 day intensive camps in Himachal, Ladakh & to simulate real expedition conditions in relatively more controlled environments.
What on-site amenities are available?
At our local training facilities:
- Parking
- Clean Washrooms
- Bottled Water
- Catered meals (Breakfast/Lunch)
- Beverages – Tea / Coffee / Fresh Lemonade / isotonic electrolyte mix
- Energy Bars / Gels
- Comprehensive Toolkits
- Medical / Trauma Kits
At out outstation training camps:
- All of the above plus
- Comfortable accommodation ranging from luxury glamping to boutique hotels.
Equipment & Gear
What bikes do you use for training?
We always recommend learning on the bike you are going to ride. Translating skills from one platform to the other creates an additional learning burden on the rider.
For those instances where it is not possible or practical to use the rider’s own bike, have partnered with motorcycle rental companies to provide up-to-date, well maintained machines suited to the course —Most newer model motorcycles from KTM, BMW, Triumph and other brands can be made available.
Is protective gear included?
No. We ask that the rider bring their own motorcycle gear to ensure the correct fit and therefore safety and comfort during their learning journey. In case the rider does not have a required item of safety gear, we are happy to recommend trusted vendors across Delhi-NCR where they may acquire it.
Can I use my own motorcycle?
Absolutely. We Prefer it. Bring your bike for personalized suspension setup, and ergonomics adjustments guided by our experts.
Group Size & Personalized Coaching
What is the typical coach-to-student ratio?
Usually no more than 10 students per coach. This small ratio ensures individualized feedback, hands-on adjustments, and real-time analysis of your technique.
Can I request one-on-one training?
Yes. Private coaching sessions—half-day to multi-day—are available on request. We tailor lesson plans to your specific goals and skill gaps.
Schedule, Duration & Pricing
How long is each program?
- Delhi-NCR Workshops / Bootcamps: usually 8-instructional hours over one day. Some programs span two days. Weekend as well as weekday sessions available.
- Mountain camps: 3–5 days (camps include accommodation and meals).
What is the investment?
Pricing starts at INR 15,000 for a 2-day Delhi course and INR 45,000 for a 3-day mountain immersion. Custom corporate or private packages are priced on request.
Do you offer installment plans?
Yes. Pay-in-parts options including Flexible EMIs and early-bird discounts (10% off) are available. Student group rates apply for batches of 8+ riders.
Booking, Payment & Cancellation
How do I enroll?
Visit ADVbasics.com/training, select your program, and complete the secure payment form. Our team will confirm within 24 hours with pre-course materials.
What is your cancellation policy?
- >30 days: Full refund minus 5% processing fee
- 15–30 days: 50% refund
- <15 days: Non-refundable, transferable credit valid for 1 year
Post-Training Support & Community
Do you offer refreshers?
Refresher training is available as are guided trail rides to refresh muscle-memory. ADVbasics training and tour alumni receive a 10% discount on training and workshops.
Is there a rider community?
Yes. We have a facebook community on Facebook for our Tours & Training Alumini and a group on WhatsApp for Friends of ADVbasics which has Trail-ride invites, Tour announcements and Event updates.
FAQ – Things to Remember
Things to remember when planning your Adventure Tour
- Up-to-date vaccinations: do not wait until the last minute
- See your family doctor a few months before the trip to verify the vaccination record and get any missing shots.
- Check you have your yellow fever vaccination card if you have been in a country where yellow fever is endemic.
- Check your general health with your physician
- If you are currently being treated for a condition:
- Make sure you have the needed amount of medication for the length of the trip. Keep a copy of your prescription with the generic name of the drug.
- Get the tests requested by your physician to ensure you can complete the trip without incident.
- If recently hospitalized, bring and have your hospitalization report in case it is needed for any unforeseen medical reasons.
- Disclose the relevant details to your Trip Leader.
- If you are currently being treated for a condition:
Things to remember during your Adventure Tour
- Optimize your energy right from the start (rest, stress, etc…)
- Consciously practice public hygiene): frequently wash your hands to avoid any gastrointestinal problems from the beginning!
- Never set off without water – you can end up by yourself having to make considerable efforts in high temperatures and/or high altitude putting you at risk for heat stroke and dehydration
- Monitor your urine output (it must be copious and clear)
- It is advisable to mix water with an isotonic flavored hydration mix. adding flavoring changes the feeling of thirst and may save your life. Use ORS if hydration mix is not available.
- In the rare case that you get separated from the group, do not abandon your vehicle unless in imminent danger.
- Protect yourself from mosquito bites (by always having strong mosquito repellent with you)
- Altitude sickness – usually starts with a headache and nausea. Avoid intense physical efforts at altitude until properly acclimated. If your doctor approves and you do not have any known allergies, you can use Diamox (Acetazolamide). Remember that it results in increased urination, so you must drink additional water to compensate!
- Know when to stop – talk to the trip leader as soon as fatigue, overheating, thirst or altitude sickness symptoms are felt.
- When arriving at the rest-stops, you must hydrate – neither beer nor caffeine-based drinks are acceptable hydration. Both alcohol and caffeine are diuretics which means that they aggravate dehydration.
- Do not skip meals. Adequate nutrition is important to having a good time on the trip. Keep some emergency calorie-dense rations on your person for emergencies.
What are the things that you need to plan before the trip?
- Up-to-date vaccinations: do not wait until the last minute
- See your family doctor a few months before the trip to verify the vaccination record and get any missing shots.
- Check you have your yellow fever vaccination card if you have been in a country where yellow fever is endemic.
- Check your general health with your physician
- If you are currently being treated for a condition:
- Make sure you have the needed amount of medication for the length of the trip. Keep a copy of your prescription with the generic name of the drug.
- Get the tests requested by your physician to ensure you can complete the trip without incident.
- If recently hospitalized, bring and have your hospitalization report in case it is need for any unforeseen medical reasons.
- Disclose the relavent details to your Trip Leader.
- If you are currently being treated for a condition:
What are the things that you need to plan during the trip?
- Optimize your energy right from the start (rest, stress, etc…)
- Conciously practice public hygiene): frequently wash your hands to avoid any gastrointestinal problems from the beginning!
- Never set off without water – you can end up by yourself having to make considerable efforts in high tempratures and/or high altitudeputting you at risk for heat stroke and dehydration
- Monitor your urine output (it must be copious and clear)
- It is advisable to mix water with an isotonic flavored hydration mix. adding flavoring changes the feeling of thirst and may save your life. Use ORS if hydration mix is not available.
- In the rare case that you get separated from the group, do not abandon your vehicle unless in imminent danger.
- Protect yourself from mosquito bites (by always having strong mosquito repellent with you)
- Altitude sickness – usually starts with a headache and nausea. Avoid intense physical efforts at altitude until properly acclimated. If your doctor approves and you do not have any known allergies, you can use Diamox (Acetazolamide). Remember that it results in increased urination, so you have to drink additional water to compensate!
- Know when to stop – talk to the trip leader as soon as fatigue, overheating, thirst or altitude sickness symptoms are felt.
When arriving at the rest-stops, you must hydrate – neither beer nor caffeine-based drinks are acceptable hydration. Both alcohol and caffeine are diuretics which means that they aggravate dehydration.
- Do not skip meals. Adequate nutrition is important to having a good time on the trip. Keep some emergency calorie-dense rations on your person for emergencies.
