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“Travelling – it leaves you speechless, then turns you into a storyteller.” – Ibn Battuta

Not chasing destinations.
Chasing the feeling of getting there.

We’re Agata and Joris – two riders exploring the world on two wheels. From remote off-road tracks to long-distance journeys across continents, we share real stories, tested gear and the kind of adventure you can’t always plan.

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    ACT Montenegro & Albania – Between Mountains and Memories (2025)

    by ADV Hoppers 22 March 2026
    22 March 2026

    ACT Montebania – An Adventure Between Mountains and Memories When the linesmen scouted and published …

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    Costa Rica with MotoBirds – Swapping Autumn for Adventure (2024)

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    Costa Rica with MotoBirds – Swapping Autumn for Adventure When Agata came up with the …

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    Patagonia with MotoBirds – Chasing Wind and Wonder (2023)

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    Patagonia with MotoBirds – Chasing Wind and Wonder Back in 2016, Agata joined MotoBirds for …

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Women Only Nepal Trip Day 9: Tatopani - Pokhara Women Only Nepal Trip
 Day 9: Tatopani - Pokhara

Last day on the bikes. It’s true — good things always end too soon. 

We rode toward Pokhara, following winding roads of what we like to call adventure asphalt — half-smooth, half-broken, always entertaining. Between traffic jams, trucks, and buses (which clearly have the right of the bigger one 😅), there was never a dull moment.

Halfway through, we stopped at a 344-meter suspension bridge — couldn’t resist crossing it there and back for one last shot of adrenaline and laughter.

A few more hours and we were rolling into Pokhara, weaving through the city traffic like locals. It’s amazing how fast we’ve adapted to the “anything goes” driving style here — horns, chaos, and somehow perfect flow.

Back at the hotel, we finally slowed down. A dip in the pool with a mountain view, golden light on the peaks, and that quiet satisfaction of a journey well ridden. In the evening, we strolled by the lake, soaking in the relaxed Pokhara vibe.

Our farewell dinner was the perfect ending — great food, cold beer, even cake(!), and live music drifting from the terrace next door. The laughter, stories, and clinking glasses said it all — what a ride this has been.

Tomorrow we fly home, but part of us will definitely stay here — somewhere between the dust, the peaks, and the endless curves of Nepal. 

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Day 8: Muktinath - Tatopani

Another early start — this time to visit the Muktinath Temple, one of the most sacred places in Nepal. We quickly realized we weren’t the only ones with that idea! We joined a colorful crowd climbing what felt like endless stairs to the top.

At the temple, the atmosphere was incredible — hundreds of Hindu pilgrims bathing under 108 icy water spouts and in sacred pools. The ritual is believed to wash away sins and cleanse karma, and judging by the smiles, it must work!

Just next door, the Buddhist temple offered total contrast — peaceful, quiet, and filled with the smell of incense.

Once the sun peeked over the mountains, we descended for breakfast and hit the road again.
Our first stop: a viewpoint that was tricky to reach but so worth it. “My” mountain, Dhaulagiri, looked majestic in the morning light, and the silence up there was unreal.

Next, we headed to a lake… only to find it overflowing with selfie-takers, so we decided to roll on to Marpha, home of the famous apple pie (yes, we’re still updating our apple pie ranking). We paired it with yak burgers, did a little walk through town full of people in rented traditional outfits, and soaked in the vibe.

The afternoon ride was tough — lots of traffic, sketchy road conditions, and full-focus mode required. When we finally reached Tatopani, we went straight to the hot springs, hoping for bliss… but let’s say the experience was more “interesting” than relaxing.

So, plan B: disinfection meeting, hosted in our room, with the bottle of rum we’d wisely bought earlier.

Dinner was fantastic (even without apple pie), and I finally tried Sherpa IPA, a really good local craft beer. 
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Last days of summer → Tatra Mountains. 🌄 For Joris Last days of summer → Tatra Mountains. 🌄
For Joris, it was the first time hiking here. For me, it was a bit of a “then vs. now” check.

And what can I say?
The mountains are still stunning. No debate. If someone claims otherwise… they’re lying. 😉

But here’s the thing: even the so-called “easy” trails are no joke. Rocky, slippery, technical. People underestimate them, and the mountain rescue had over 20 (!) interventions just last weekend.

Crowds? Oh yes. We thought “off-season, extended weekend” would be calmer. Nope. Saturday → queues on the trails. Sunday → cable car closed because of wind, so the “easier” trails were packed. Monday → busy again on the popular routes. Honestly, we don’t even want to imagine what it’s like in high summer. Joris was a bit disappointed with how crowded it was. As for me? Let’s just say I’m really glad I explored most of the Polish Tatra trails back in the ‘90s. (Except Rysy… my unfinished business!)

Zakopane… hmm. Cheap style, high prices. Tourist traps everywhere. The beautiful old architecture is drowning under neon signs, banners, and souvenir stalls. I never liked how the town “developed,” and this visit only confirmed it. Joris was outright disgusted.

BUT - we still found little gems.  Affordable, clean accommodation, friendly hosts, and a local restaurant with homemade food that was so good. Plus, Śliwowica that nearly knocked Joris off his feet - he expected 40% plum vodka, not rocket fuel. 😂

Weather? Perfect. Three warm, sunny days, just before the rain hit and temps dropped from 25°C to 12°C. We got our vitamin D fix, some mountain glow, and a pocketful of good mood to carry into autumn.

All in all → 55 km of trails. Not bad for a season when we kind of neglected hiking. No injuries, no blisters (new shoes, first use - not my brightest idea 😅). Just pure mountain energy and happy vibes.

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