The short answer
On the Kathmandu to Pokhara road, stops with views include the stretches above the Trishuli, the Kurintar and Manakamana area, and Dumre for access to Bandipur. On the Araniko road, roadside tea stops give views into the Sun Koshi gorge. On the Tribhuvan Rajpath, Daman is the famous view stop.
Choose stops that have clean toilets and food that is freshly cooked. Late morning is a good lunch window, and avoid stopping at the narrowest bends.
Key facts
- Prithvi
- Kurintar, Mugling, Dumre
- Araniko
- Jalbire, Bhote Koshi
- Tribhuvan
- Daman
- Tip
- Fresh food, clean toilets
How it works
- Plan the legSee road times.
- Mark a stopEvery two hours.
- Eat freshly cookedHot food is safer.
- Use clean toiletsPlan ahead.
- Park safelyOff the carriageway.
Insider tip
Ask your driver for his regular stop; it is usually the clean one.
Avoid this
Do not stop on narrow bends or in landslide zones.
Related questions
Are stops safe?
Generally yes; stay with your group.
Is Mugling a good stop?
Yes; see Mugling food stops.
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