Wanna escape away from all the bustle and chaos leaving yourself behind in the wilderness?
Well don’t worry, we’ve got you covered!
Nepal is a fantastic destination for travelers seeking new experiences, inner growth, and
contact with other cultures. Trekking, mountaineering, hiking, rafting, and even jungle safari is
just few of the activities available in Nepal. The varied landscapes of this nation will provide
exceptional experience for everyone willing to participate in the country’s many cultural and
ethnic festivals.
Hiking opportunities span the spectrum in Nepal, from the hot jungle and Terai to the frigid
summits of the world’s highest mountains.
From the well-known treks to Everest Base Camp, Upper Mustang, and the Annapurna Circuit
to the more obscure Pikey Peak, Kapuche, and Langtang Valley hikes, Nepal is home to a wide
variety of trekking opportunities.
Nepal is home to some of the greatest trekking in the world. The Himalayas, which form the
northern boundary with Tibet, may be seen in all their majesty. Mount Everest, with an
elevation of 8,848 meters, is also located in Nepal. In addition to Everest, the Himalayas are
home to a plethora of exciting hiking routes. Therefore, trekking in Nepal is a bucket list item
for many people, including those who have a passion for the Himalayas, mountain climbing,
summiting, hiking, and adventure.
The Himalayan kingdom of Nepal is renowned for its stunning landscapes and diverse cultural
traditions. With its range of lowland to highland climates, Nepal is a great site for trekkers to
explore the valleys and peaks and the variations of its animals and plants. All the trekkers from
all over the world come to the Himalayas for the stunning Himalayan range and the spectacular
vistas of glaciers, lakes, and towns. Therefore, in recent years, trekking in Nepal has become
one of the most popular extreme tourism choices.
Whether you’re a seasoned hiker or have never set foot on a mountain before, trekking in
Nepal is sure to spark your sense of adventure. You may find the perfect hike in the majestic
mountains of Nepal, where the locals are kind and welcoming and the trails are well-marked
and serviced by lodges and teahouses. Those who feel like they’ve been stuck indoors for too
long can instead spend some time connecting with nature.
So, are you ready to explore the ‘trekker’s paradise’?
Annapurna Base Camp Trek
Annapurna Basecamp Trek highlights
- Reach: Annapurna Base Camp (4130m/13,549ft), the base of the 10th tallest of the planet (Mt Annapurna I – 8091m/26545ft) and Machhapurchhre Base Camp (3700m/12135ft), the base of Mt Fishtail (virgin peak of Nepal)
- Walk: Following marked and maintained classic route of Annapurna Base Camp inside the Annapurna Conservation are passing lush vegetation and different wildlife, ethnic Gurung settlements, rickety suspension bridges, pristine waterfalls, beautiful rivers, religious monuments, natural wonders, and cultural heritage.
- Explore: Ethnic Gurung culture, tradition and lifestyle, exotic Himalayan wildlife vegetation, Buddhist monasteries, chortens, stupas, alleys, long mane walls, natural caves, pristine lakes, and Gurung cultural museum.
- Have: Picturesque sceneries of Mt. Annapurna I (4130m/13,549ft), Annapurna II (7937m/26,040ft), Annapurna III (7555m/24787ft), Annapurna IV (7525m/24688ft), Annapurna South(7219m23684ft), Machhapuchhre (6999m/22963ft) , Dhaulagiri I (8167m/26795ft), Gangapurna (7455m/24459ft), Khangsar Kang (7485m/24557ft), Dhampus peak (6011m/19724ft), Hiunchuli (6441m/21132ft) with a flourishing Himalayan ecosystem that contains of lush woodlands blended with diverse terrains
- Sightsee: World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu (Pashupatinath, Swyambhunath, Boudhnath, and Kathmandu Durbar Square), Annapurna Base Camp (surrounded mountain peaks), and Machhapuchhre Base Camp
- Get: The mesmerizing sunrise view from the famous viewpoint of Poon Hill (3210m/10192ft)
- Relax: At the natural hot spring at Jhinu Danda (1780m/5840ft)
- Doable side-trips: Day hike to World Peace Pagoda, Paragliding at Sarangkot, Sightseeing at Begnas/ Rupa lak
Langtang Valley Trek
Trekking the Langtang Valley in Nepal’s northeast will lead you to a serene Himalayan landscape. The Langtang Valley Trek is a great option for hikers because of its relative ease and small group size. The majesty of Langtang Lirung is beyond compare. If you want to see the unblemished beauty and culture of Nepal, this trek is one of the best places to go. Among the Nepalese people you meet, the Tamang of the Langtang region are the most welcoming and kind.
Visitors to the Langtang valley, which is 61.8 kilometers from Kathmandu, are blown away by the valley’s mountain streams and breathtaking scenery. Rhododendron and pine forests adorn the valley and are framed by Mount Langtang Lirung. It’s easy to feel at ease in the Langtang valley because to the friendly locals and the thriving culture.
The highest point you may reach on this trail is 4, 000 meters (13,123 ft), but if you’re up for the challenge, you won’t want to miss the sunrise over Tserko Ri at 5, 000 meters (16,404 ft). The historic monastery of Kyanjin Gompa in Tserko is a great place to learn about the Buddhist culture of the Tamangs and the Sherpas, who you’ll meet on this varied journey. Dorje Lakpa (6,990 m / 22,933 ft), Langtang Ri (6,370 m / 20,898 ft), and Langtang Lirung (7,245 m / 23,769 ft) are just a few of the breathtaking peaks that can be seen during this hike.
If you’re looking for a trip with soul, look no farther than the Langtang. The Langtang Valley is one of Nepal’s most picturesque areas, and it used to be a popular destination for hikers because of its proximity to Kathmandu, its rich cultural heritage, and the warm welcome they received at the many charming homestay guesthouses in the area.
In spite of this, the Langtang Valley is currently virtually entirely barren of tourists because the locals are still busy putting their lives back together following the devastating earthquake of 2015 followed by the pandemic. Those who managed to escape the valley before the landslides caused by the earthquake returned to put down roots once again. Langtang’s residents would benefit greatly from the money brought in by tourists who come to trek in this scenic valley, as this money will allow them to rebuild in a safe and long-lasting manner. This is not altruism; it’s the practical side of sustainable tourism, where your decisions may help locals in a way that doesn’t violate their rights to privacy, autonomy, or cultural expression. Trekking in Langtang is a great way to experience the beauty of the outdoors, learn about the resilience of the human spirit, and contribute to local solutions.
Highlights
- Visit: The historical, cultural, and natural shrines of Langtang region, including Kyangin Gompa, several chortens, mane walls, fluttering prayer flags, Langtang valley (the valley of the glacier), Kyangin Ri, and local cheese factory.
- Pass: Amazing wide valleys, magnificent waterfalls, green forests, yak pastures, river gorges, several suspension bridges, and small ethnic villages.
- Side trips: Kyangin Ri, Tsergo Ri, Langtang Glacier, local cheese factory
- Explore: Local Tamang culture and lifestyles, a valley of glaciers, diverse flora and fauna including red panda, snow leopard, musk deer, bear, langur, etc., inside the Langtang National Park.
- Get: Excellent Himalayan views of Langtang Lirung (7,345m), Gang Chhenpo (6,388m), Naya Kanga (5,846m), Dorje Lakpa (6,966m), Kimsung (6,781m), and Yansa Tsenji (6,575m) and their surrounding peaks.
Manaslu Circuit Trek
Manaslu is the world’s eighth-highest peak at 8,156 meters (26,758 feet), and the incredible walk there takes you through some stunningly magnificent vistas, roaring white-water river falls, and thick forests on the way to the summit.
After opening in 1992, the Manaslu Trek quickly gained in popularity due to its allure and the pristine beauty of its natural setting. The route takes us into the borderlands between Nepal and Tibet, where we may get a taste of the Hindu and Buddhist cultures. The uncharted paths lead us through lush forests brimming with rhododendron, pine, cedar, birch, and juniper trees, as well as enchanting meadows.
Manaslu, at 8,156 meters (26,758 feet), is the eighth highest peak in the world, and it can be circumnavigated on the Manaslu Walk, a tea house trek. Hindu and Buddhist culture, lovely fauna, rhododendron and other blossoms, roaring rivers, hazardous bridges, enormous mountains, and stunning scenery are all hallmarks of other Nepali treks, and these may be found on this one as well.
Through the powerful Budhi Gandaki valley with its turquoise streams and stunning waterfalls, the circuit leads you from the hot lowlands with their terraced rice and millet fields. A large number of very tall and frequently very long suspension bridges will be traversed throughout the course of the journey.
Highlights of Manaslu Circuit Trek
- Cross one of the highest passes in the world at Larkya La Pass at 5,106 meters
- Spot wildlife species of Tahr (mountain goat), Agali (Blue Sheep), Pika (Highest Living Mammal), Himalayan Marmots, and even Snow Leopard
- Spectacular panoramas of Manaslu, Cheo Himal, Ganesh Himal Range, Himlung Himal, Lamjung Himal, Nemjung, Gyaji Kang Guru, and Annapurna II
- One of the popular restricted trekking regions with high altitude glacial lakes; four glaciers are mingled above Lamjung Himal
- Soak into the lifestyle and culture of Nuri, ethnic habitant of the region
- Explore the fascinating Tibetan influenced culture and festivals celebrated by Indo-Aryan Hindus like Magar, Gurung, Tamang, Burmese.
- Rich in local multi ethnic biodiversity and natural scenery with captivating of Manaslu Conservation Area
- Trails pass-through several farmlands; Budhi Gandaki River Gorge, forests of rhododendrons, oak, pine, bamboo, cedar, birch, juniper, and delightful meadows