Have you ever felt like dropping everything, packing your bags, leave everything behind and go on a road trip? 

Our ancestors lived a  nomadic life. In the modern age, road trip satisfies our primal urge to move and explore that we inherited from our ancestors. There is something very exciting about getting in your car, hit the road and experience travel in its purest sense.

Yvon Chouinard said it quite accurately in fact:

“Real adventure is defined best as a journey from which you may not come back alive, and certainly not as the same person.” 

If you’re reading this, high chances are that you haven’t explored the beauty and culture that Nepal boasts. Indulging in the natural extravagance of the country is in many people’s bucket list. A road trip in Nepal is an enthralling and enchanting experience that you need to experience. 

When you hit the road, there is no clear beginning and ending as you encounter new places and new circumstances. The journey itself is unpredictable, roads unforeseen but embarking on the road with proper planning is the best idea to get the most out of your journey.

 Here are some tips on planning your next road trip:

Choose your company wisely

Before choosing a destination and route for your road trip, choose the people you will be travelling with. Do you want to travel solo or with your squad or your family members? Road trips are more about having fun and creating the best moments for a lifetime. For any road trip, the people you travel with determine the flavor you want for your road trip. 

When deciding your company to travel with, consider someone who share common interests, match your traveling style and traveling personality. Undoubtedly, the people you will be travelling with determines how much you enjoy and how will you spend your time on your travelling. For instance, even something as simple as your music tastes might ruin the fun of your road trip. If you like rock music and your friends love to listen to hip hop a conflict may arise and drag the fun of your road trip.

Select the places you want to go

Shortlist the places you want to go based on your interests. If you are struggling to choose the right destination for your next road trip, consider the following factors:

  • How much time do you have?
  • What do you prefer: taking long drives all day long or taking short drives and explore more?
  • What do you want to see on your road trip? ( open fields, jungles, waterfalls, hills, mountains, stunning views to name a few)
  • What kind of accommodation do you like?
  • What type of weather do you prefer?

Going on a road trip is not only about covering more miles and reaching a destination, it’s more about the journey. Considering this can help you avoid stiff timelines and limit your daily driving distances. Ideally, you should plan your routes and distances so that you can reach your destination on time and explore more. Give yourself time to get enough sleep the night before setting out your next journey. If you don’t, you will lose your concentration while driving and this may dilute your road trip fun.

Pick the right car

You need to choose a vehicle wisely that gives you maximum comfort in your journey. Find out whether your vehicle meets your requirement on a long road trip. Consider the following parameters in your vehicle before hitting the road trip 

  1. vehicle design and structure, 
  2. driving comfort, 
  3. safety features, 
  4. entertainment and navigation system 
  5. vehicle interior space.

For instance, if you are driving through hilly terrains of Nepal, you need a vehicle with great horsepower and engine capacity suitable for long run. SCORPIO has exceptional features in terms of fuel efficiency, horsepower and torque capacity making it perfect for driving along hilly region of Nepal.

If you are going on a road trip in large groups, you need to look for a vehicle that can be used for multiple applications. Look for additional features such as adjustable seats, multiple USB points, spacious walkway, ample space for large bags and luggage to name a few. Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza have exceptional features and can be a great companion for large family road trip.

Research routes

Once you select your destination, start researching on routes for calibrating your time and energy as well as getting more information about those places. You can tap into online resources to discover places en route, list of attractions and activities to do there. You can also learn from travelogues of other travellers, travel websites and social media pages, following travel bloggers and vloggers, just to name a few. The point is oftentimes the best attractions are on your way to your destination, and you need to take an alternate route to reach there.

Prepare ahead

When you are driving long distances, you need to prepare for unexpected situations that may arise on your journey. Make sure you are familiar with basic mechanical knowledge and information about using the right tools. A proper emergency toolkit is a necessity for you. If you have any problems, you can set out for quick repair and continue your journey.

Make sure your vehicle is in optimum condition before you hit the road. And of course, you don’t want undesired hassles taking the fun out on your road trip. While you are commuting long distances, you don’t have easy access to experienced mechanic at all places. To make your road trip planning easier, here is a detailed car maintenance checklist for you. 

Do you find this article helpful? Where are you planning your next road trip? Feel free to comment and share.