Well looking for new destination to trek? Then come to Nepal where magical Himalayas and few off beaten trails are awaiting for you to be explored and learn plenty of new things and to have adventure of lifetime. Many others with unspoiled flora and fauna, exotic cultures, mesmerizing mountain views, traditional villages, and rarely beaten mountain trails are available during Trekking in Nepal.
All of these hikes provide breathtaking scenery and a close-up view of the indigenous Himalayan culture. Based on the number of trekker nature and culture, you can choose the hike that’s right for you with the help of the overview that follows. Adventure and cultural exchanges which are all perfect in Nepal. Nepal has several opportunities for hiking, climbing, and other outdoor activities. The diverse geography of the nation provides some of the best recollections of memory. In recent years, Nepal has gained popularity as a trekking destination on a global scale. In the same country, you can take part in treks of varying difficulty level.
Starting with a thrilling flight to Lukla airport in the lap of Himalayas to a bone chilling experience while getting to Everest base camp. Trails with picturesque Sherpa village filled with majestic Himalayas at backdrop where you will be enjoying the culture and the lifestyle of Himalayas.
Kalapattar View Point
Trails in periphery of Sagarmatha National Park are filled with lush greenery and views canvas of snow following through lively and vibrant Namche Bazzar which used to be a hub for Tibetan traders is now filled with fancy internet cafes and restaurants as well. On the way you come across various high suspension bridges all wrapped in a prayer flag which gives you the vibe of peace and tranquility followed by various Chorten and Mani Stones which reflect culture and faith of Sherpa and Tibetan people in Buddhism. However the story of Yeti is still a mystery.
Apart from its wealthy nature, the area is also home to an indigenous Sherpa community is known for their hospitality. Hiking through the forest offers the chance to get up close to the traditional Sherpa way of life, distinctive clothing and exquisite food. Various monasteries and art museums, flags and prayer wheels along the way provide calmness to relive the soul in the middle of Buddhist monastic spirituality.
Time Duration: Depends upon individual but our stander itinerary is 11 days.
Max elevation: 5545 M. (Kalapattar View Point)
Accommodation: Hotel and Lodge
Start and End of the trek: Flight – Lukla – Lukla
Best seasons: Spring & Autumn
This is a moderate level trekking. There is no requirement of prior trekking experience. Ensuring proper acclimatization days and with proper gears you can easily complete this trek but carrying some personal knee support and general cardio is recommended.
One of the most beautiful trekking destinations in Nepal filled with most diverse terrain with stunning views of Himalayas like Machhapuchre (Fish tail) Himchuli, Annapurna Range, Dhaulagiri and many other peaks can be seen. The place is enriched with variety of flora and fauna along with beautiful seasonal wild flowers. On the journey one will come across natural hot spring where relaxation is must.
Annapurna Base Camp
Starting from uncontaminated air, spectacular background of snow-capped mountains, blue lakes and surrounding greenery and stunning natural beauty, Pokhara. The gateway to the Annapurna region where many trekkers find this fantasy land moving uphill to Ulleri followed through gentle sunrays of Poonhill followed by beautiful glossy mountains and descending to the culture and tradition of Ghandruk. In order to see the hills decorated with pinkish rhododendron, you must pay your visit during March to May. There are plenty of guest houses and restaurant and few shops are available, where all the daily essential are found. One mustn’t worry about getting lost. The type of food available in this trek are usually Nepali and Western.
The peak trekking season for Annapurna Base camp is during between September – November and then March – May. Even though hiking is still possible for December January but the winter conditions are bit icy as the temperature is below 15 degrees Celsius. If you can walk in snow then the view on winters are to look after as well.
Time Duration: Depends upon trekking routes but tentative time duration is 8-10 days.
Max elevation: 4130 M. (Annapurna South Base Camp)
Accommodation: Hotel and Lodge
Start – End of trek: Ulleri – New Bridge / Nayapul
Best seasons: Spring & Autumn
This trek route is considered as one of the moderate and easy route in Annapurna Sanctuary and is best for unexperienced hikers as well. The trails are mostly flat and uphill but some places have high ascending rate whereas return is mostly downhill so it is recommended to carry some personal knee support. General Cardio is recommended as well.
It is an outdoor adventure so a fitness is must. However, people who can carry a light bag pack and walk for about 5-6 hours daily and have strong mentality of challenging, the altitude and own physical ability can join this trek. Usually, such trails do not require any technical skills so if a person have a mentality of going to adventurous trek, such treks are perfect for them.
This adventurous journey with diverse topography offers diverse scenery. The trails in Nepalese Himalayas through some isolated community Annapurna circuit trek is generally circling the giant Himalayas of Annapurna while coming across variety of floras and faunas with a lot of up and down hills and challenging terrains. Starting from 800m and ascending to 5416m and back this is an experience of life time. Starting from Beshisahar or Marsyangdi river valley and reaching to Thorong- la pass at 5416 m in the edge of Tibetan plateau is achievement in itself.
Throng la Pass
Passing through lush greenery of Oak and pinkish Rhododendron forest one could see variety of seasonal wild flowers as well. Ensuring proper acclimatization days and easy walk through trails helps you to avoid altitude sickness. During this trip you will be staying in small and local tea houses offered by small and isolated community. These trial passes through subtropical forest, numbers of waterfall and giant cliffs. There is also high chances to snow leopard in in a place called Yak Kharka.
In the region, there lies various high mountains including the world’s 8th highest Dhaulagiri (8167m) and 10th highest Annapurna I (8091m), and between these two snowcapped giants lies the Kaligandaki George, the deepest in the world. The Annapurna trekking commences from the low lands inhabited by the various Hindu communities, and goes along the small settlements with the majority of Buddhists, animal grazing pastures, high rugged mountain trails. Such trials can be beginning for challenging treks for the future.
Time Duration: Depends upon individual and routes it takes about 09 – 15 days.
Max elevation: 5416 m. (Throng la Pass)
Accommodation: Hotel and Lodge
Start & finish: 7 hrs. Drive from Bushsahar to Pisang ends at Jomsom
Best seasons: Spring & Autumn
It’s long and mentally challenging as well. This trek route is considered as one of the moderate trails in Annapurna Sanctuary as well. The trails are uphill but some places have high ascending rate whereas return is mostly downhill so it is recommended to carry some personal knee support. General Cardio is recommended as well. Proper acclimatization is necessary as well.
Looking for adventure in the roads less travelled where one of the most stunning beautiful life changing experience is waiting in the wilderness of Manaslu circuit trek. I am pretty sure you will be fascinated by Day 1. So what are you waiting for book a flight, strap your hiking boots because going out in wilderness is very attractive. The best season for this trek is usually October to early December and late February to April.
Manaslu Trek
Manaslu is the eighth highest mountain in the world, with a height of 8163m located at Midwestern part of Nepal. The area is known as the Manaslu region. Other major peaks in the region are Himalchuli (7893m), Ngadichuli (7871m), Shringi (7178m) and various other snow-covered giants. The area is rich in various deep forest and wildlife. Red pandas, snow leopards, black bears, musk deer, blue sheep, and Himalayan tagr and the rhododendron forests. The hills are mainly composed of Gurung and Magar and have a legacy of service in the British Gorkha army. The high mountains are inhabited by the Tibetan Buddhist community. They follow ancient culture and traditions with beauty and lifestyle. Their rich art which includes monasteries, stupas, chorten, maniwalls are standing still as faith in Buddhism
The trails are rocky but not too steep. The highest point is Larkya La pass (5135m) which is one of the longest passes in the Himalaya of Nepal. The roads are not that tough but a strong mentality and commitment is required in order to complete the trek. Ensuring the proper acclimatization days and slow walking the trails helps to avoid altitude sickness. From the top of Larkya La offers stunning panoramic views of Manaslu, Himalchuli and many others. The hike on terrains requires normal attention and caution.
Time Duration: Depends upon individual but tentative time duration is 15-18 days.
Max elevation: 5016 m
Accommodation: Hotel & Lodge
Start & finish: 8/9 hrs. drive to Maccha Khola and ends at Dharapani.
Best time: March to May/ September to November
It’s long and mentally challenging as well. This trek route is considered as one of the moderate trails in Himalayas in Nepal as well. The trails are uphill but some places have high ascending rate so it is recommended to carry some personal knee support. General Cardio is recommended as well. Proper acclimatization is necessary as well.
Trek to one of the off beaten path, which is very different from many different tourist region in Himalayas of Nepal, Langtang region. The place is enriched with beautiful Tamang heritage and Buddhist faith, Langtang National Park host several natural and cultural wonders of Himalayas in Nepal. The region is mostly dominated by Langtang range, Yala peak, Langtang Ri, Langtang Lirung (7246) is the highest among all. This trail is perfect for young and old people as well.
Manaslu Trek
The place is filled with variety of holy as well as clear lakes like Gosaikunda, Suryakunda, and Bhairav Kunda are some of them. You could see alignment of two religion beautifully as such lakes are holy place for Hindu people but have lots of Buddhist prayer flags ensuring both peace and tranquility among the religion as well as for the people. The national park is home to well preserve and endangered beautiful creature like Red Panda. The place is also home to Wild boar, Cheetah, Himalayan Black Bear, Ghoral and Grey Langur. The forest area is covered with thick rhododendron, oaks and maple trees. Different species of wild mushrooms can also be found in the region. Be careful with such ablaze mushroom you might get poisoned.
During the trek you will come across many Yak pastures and local cheese factory. The best time for this trek is during autumn and spring season where you can see lustful forest of rhododendron as well. The Tamang and Sherpa communities are indigenous to this zone. Their unique culture, clothing and cuisine are strongly influenced by Tibetan Buddhist. In various places along the trail, you can see ancient monasteries and small stupas carved into prayer flags and wheels.
Time Duration: Depends upon individual but tentative time duration is 10 days.
Max elevation: 3,798 m.
Accommodation: Hotel and Lodge
Trek Start: 7/8 hrs. bus ride to Sybru besi
Trek ends: 7/8 hrs bus ride Sybru besi to Kathmandu
Best time: March to May/ September to December
It’s mentally challenging but is suitable for people of all age group who doesn’t have mobility impairment. This trek route is considered as one of the moderate trails in Himalayas in Nepal as well. The trails are uphill but very few places have high ascending rate so it is recommended to carry some personal knee support. General Cardio is recommended as well. Proper acclimatization is necessary as well.
Welcome to pristine unexplored region in far western side of remote Nepal. The place is remote and don’t have any tourism infrastructure yet very beautiful. This isolated trek takes you to some of the oldest monasteries in country reflecting Tibetan Buddhist Culture. One can also witness hunt of Yarchagumba (caterpillar fungus with some high medicinal value) in season of spring.
Locals of Dolpo
Walking along the ancient trading route, we come across picturesque Shey Phoksundo Lake, various high passes and majestic mountains. The village of Dho Tarap (4,080 m) is the highest settlement in Nepal. The trek starts from Jhupal and moves ahead through the lush forest reaching Shey Phoksundo Lake. Spending days in pristine lakes, we ascend through Nagdala La (52509 m) to reach Shey Gompa (4343 m). It hosts an ancient monastery and the region where the Oscar nominated movie “Himalaya” was shot.
The trail offers diverse floras and faunas. However Dolpo is dry and barren area where fast flowing rivers, deep river canyons and arable lands. A village with interesting cultures and of course beautiful landscapes, however the place hasn’t faced the wave of modernization. Wild life such as snow leopards, rare Himalayan blue sheep, and Himalayan Black bears are protected in Shey Phoksundo National Park.
Restricted area permit usually lasts for 10 days and due to any purpose if the stay is extended each day will cost you $50.
Time Duration: Depends upon individual and routes but tentative time duration is 20-25 days.
Max elevation: 5115 m.
Accommodation: Lodge and camping
Trek Start: Jhupal airport to Jhupal
Best time: March to May/ August to December
It’s mentally challenging and physically challenging as well as no tourism infrastructure are available. This trek route is considered as one of the different and uncanny trails in Himalayas in Nepal as well. The trails are uphill but very few places have high ascending rate through arable lands. It is recommended to carry some personal knee support. General Cardio is recommended as well. Proper acclimatization is necessary as well.
The place is also known as hidden gem in western Nepal. Home to various unique Himalayan ecosystem followed by variety of floras and faunas this place is located at rain shadow of Himalayas. The trails is fascinated with natural and cultural diversity of the region. The major attraction of this place is pristine Lake Phoksundo which is the deepest lake of Nepal and is one of the major yet tough shooting spot foe various Nepalese as well as international movies.
Lower Dolpo
This trek starts with two domestic flights among them one will provide you bone chilling experience. The place is very far from the wave of modernization so staying in local houses and camping is the only option available.
The trekker goes through two high passes. Numa LA Pass and Baga LA Pass. Both passes offer stunning views of Dhaulagiri and Tibetan peaks. Our ultimate target is Shey phoksundo. You’ll be amazed by the pristine chilly waters of Lake Phoksundo. You can have a best experience of your lifetime as you will be cherishing and will be preserving in your memory for lifelong. Most of the Lower Dolpo Trek is located in Sheyphoksundo National Park. Snow leopards, Himalayan black bears, Himalayan tars and others types of wildlife, birds and various seasonal wild flowers during trekking. Nevertheless, we may come across a yak caravan. Generally, they are used as a means of transportation for transporting packages and items for commercial purposes.
Restricted area permit usually lasts for 10 days and due to any purpose if the stay is extended each day will cost you $50.
Time Duration: Depends upon individual but tentative time duration is 17 days.
Max elevation: 5238 m
Accommodation: lodge and camping
Start & finish: Jhupal airport to Jhupal
Best time: March to May/ August to December
It’s mentally challenging and physically challenging as well as no tourism infrastructure are available. This trek route is considered as one of the different and uncanny trails in Himalayas in Nepal as well. The trails are uphill but very few places have high ascending rate through arable lands. It is recommended to carry some personal knee support. General Cardio is recommended as well. Proper acclimatization is necessary as well.
Looking for challenging treks? Well welcome to this part of Himalayas where challenging trek around the mountain Dhaulagiri the seventh highest Peak on the north west of Pokhara in Western Nepal. This demanding outdoor adventure takes walk on snow, glacier in an area around Italian Basecamp. During this trek you come across community like Gurung, Magar and Chhetri.
Walking around these trail you will come across few shops and tea houses and see the lifestyle of people living and cultivated lands in those area. Starting from Beni, only for first few day you will see such things whereas later when we ascend from Doban, mountains are the only things that can be seen. While ascending from Doban you come across two high pass of this trail Dhampus (5250m) and French pass (5360m). You then pass through Thapa pass to Yak Kharka and end your trek at beautiful village of Marpha.
As stated above this is a challenging trek both mentally and physically, rugged trail with bone chilling camping experience and passing through windy high passes and some deepest gorge of Kaligandagi River. However this trek is more like off beaten trail in Himalaya, hidden valley and beautiful settlements are major attraction of this place.
Time Duration: Depends upon individual but tentative time duration is 22 days.
Max elevation: 5,360 m.
Accommodation: camping
Start & finish: drive to Dhurban from Beni and ends at Tatopani.
Best time: March to May/ September to December
Difficulty Level
It’s mentally challenging and physically challenging as well as most of nights you spend will be on tent. Walking on the trails is not tough but one must be definitely cautious. This trek route is considered as one of the different and uncanny trails in Himalayas in Nepal as well. The trails are uphill but very few places have high ascending rates. It is recommended to carry some personal knee support. General Cardio is recommended as well. Proper acclimatization is necessary as well.
The hiking trails around Sagarmatha National Park pass through vibrant area called Namche Bazaar, the only way to get to Everest Base Camp for hiking and trekking. This outdoor adventure requires a fit hiker with the height to reach the world`s tallest mountain base camp and a strong spirit to challenge your own physical fitness. You can experience the great joy of trekking in the wilderness that solves the drama of life and enables you to connect with nature. Nothing is better than experiencing an adventurous trek surrounded by beautiful nature and the vast Himalayas.
Everest Gokyo Lake
Everest region is famous not only for the highest mountains in the world, but also for the Sherpa people, beautiful villages, wonderful culture and beautiful monasteries. Trek to Everest Base Camp adds a great experience to your life as there are plenty of adventure days to purify your soul. On this trail you will be able to come across nature’s well-kept secret including Gokyo Lake, Gokyo Ri and ferocious ice ridges between Chooyu and Gyachung in khumbu region. However don’t forget to keep natures secret as a secret because people ruins beautiful things. The location offers mesmerizing close-up views of Everest, Nuptse, Changtse and Lhotse.
Back in the trail, the old artistic Buddhist monasteries and museum, traditional Sherpa culture and their kind hospitality are some exciting features to be experienced. Starting with a thrilling flight to Lukla airport in the lap of Himalayas to a bone chilling experience while getting to Everest base camp. Trails with picturesque Sherpa village filled with majestic Himalayas at backdrop where you will be enjoying the culture and the lifestyle of Himalayas.
Time Duration: Depends upon individual but tentative time duration is 10-14 days.
Max elevation: 5545 M.
Accommodation: Hotel and Lodge
Start & finish: Flight to Lukla to Lukla
Best seasons: Spring & Autumn.
This is a moderate level trekking. There is no requirement of prior trekking experience. Ensuring proper acclimatization days and with proper gears you can easily complete this trek but carrying some personal knee support and general cardio is recommended. Strong mentality is recommended as well.
The Upper Mustang trek is the ultimate gateway to the mysterious world of the old Buddhist kingdom of Mustang, also called Lo manthang. Once forbidden and isolated from the rest of the world for decades, the area was able to evolve within its own distinctive culture and rich traditions closely tied to Tibet. This moderate, lesser-known trek passes through one of the driest regions of Nepal and provides spectacular mountain scenery.
Upper Mustang
This remote trans-Himalayan mountain area borders Tibet and has a distinct Tibetan feel to it, both in its people and culture and in its arid landscape of high cliffs and rocks of unusual formations and color. The trek visits Kagbeni, the gateway to Upper Mustang, then on through a stark landscape in the rain shadow of the Dhaulagiri massif to Lo-Manthang, the seat of past Kings of the Kingdom of Lo mangthang. Explore caves, rock paintings, monasteries, and gompa and learn something about the culture of this area. A few hours walks from Lo Manthang is Gyakar with its famous Gompa.
However these days most of the areas in the forbidden kingdom is accessible by road and trekkers lately have to walk through many jeep trails as it is easy but roads are dusty. You won’t get the amazing trekking experience as many vehicle passing will cover you on dust. Lastly we recommend to have a jeep tour in Mustang however if you want to hike in pristine nature we recommend you some of the trails less taken by hiker which has to offer a lot.
Restricted area permit usually lasts for 10 days and due to any purpose if the stay is extended each day will cost you $50.
Time Duration: Depends upon individual but tentative time duration is 10 days.
Max elevation: 3800 M.
Accommodation: Hotel and Lodge
Start & finish: Fly/drive to Jomsom, trek to Kagbeni and ends at Jomsom
Best seasons: March to May / August to December.
This is a trekking as you will be following jeep trails in many places. There is no requirement of prior trekking experience. It’s recommended to carry some personal knee support and general cardio is recommended.
What to expect
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