Bike & scooty rental in Mussoorie
Mussoorie's own Mall Road closes to vehicles every evening (4 pm to 11:30 pm), so a bike mostly earns its keep on the day trips out, Kempty Falls, Lal Tibba, Dhanaulti, and on the climb back up from Dehradun. Tell us the days you need a scooty or a bike and we arrange it with trusted local partners; the price depends on the bike, the season and how many days you keep it, and we confirm it before anything is booked.
Scooty
Automatic, light and easy to park. Ideal for Tapovan cafe hopping, ghat runs and short climbs. The pick for first-time riders and anyone carrying a yoga mat.
150cc bikes
Geared commuter bikes with a bit more pull for two people on hill roads. A solid middle ground for Neelkanth, Kunjapuri or a run down to Haridwar.
Royal Enfield & Himalayan class
Classic 350s and Himalayan-style adventure bikes for longer rides and confident riders. Heavier in town traffic, glorious once the road starts climbing.
Before you ride
- Licence and ID: carry a valid two-wheeler driving licence and an original photo ID. Visitors from outside India should bring an International Driving Permit along with their home licence.
- Helmets: compulsory for rider and pillion. Ask for two when you book, and actually wear them on the hill roads.
- Fuel: bikes usually come with just enough to reach a pump, and fuel is on you. Fill up in town before heading for the hills.
- Security deposit: most partners take a refundable deposit, and it varies by bike and partner. We'll tell you the amount with the quote.
- Check the bike: brakes, horn, lights and tyres before you leave, and a quick photo of any scratches saves arguments later.
- Traffic: the Mall Road is shut to vehicles from 4 pm to 11:30 pm daily, and taxis are barred from it round the clock, so plan to park at Library Chowk or Picture Palace and walk in. The hill road up from Dehradun is narrow and busy on weekends; ride slow on the bends and check for fog or landslide closures in the monsoon before you leave.
- After dark: plan to be back before nightfall on hill roads, and keep an eye on landslide warnings in the monsoon.
Ride ideas from Mussoorie
Kempty Falls
About 15 km out on the Yamunotri road, a popular waterfall stop.
Gun Hill & Lal Tibba
The town's viewpoints, Gun Hill by cable car or a short climb, Lal Tibba a ride further into Landour.
Dehradun
About 35 km down Mussoorie Road, for the Forest Research Institute and the valley sights.
Rishikesh
About 80 km down the hill and along the valley road, via Dehradun.
More ideas on our things to do in Rishikesh and places to visit guides.