When it comes to adventurous activities, Nepal is one of the best destinations in the world for adventure tourism which offers an excess of outdoor activities from Paragliding near the mountains to waiting for the Bengal tiger in the dense forest of Chitwan.
Nepal is a very famous destination for passionate trekkers and travellers around the world. Despite occupying only 0.1% of the entire area of the Earth,
Nepal has stood out amongst other nations in terms of biodiversity. Nepal, also known as the home of mountains has more than 1310 peaks above 6000m, comprising the world's eighth highest among ten.
It supports astounding terrain rising from as low as 59 meters to the world’s highest peak Mt. Everest, 8,848 meters above sea level offering suitable habitations from tropical to alpine vegetation.
The Nepalese society can be divided into many layers according to altitude, geography, and origin, you will encounter numerous ethnic villages on the way while trekking in Nepal. Each of the mountains in Nepal is gifted with special trails to reach on its base or skirt areas and each trail is festooned with its own exceptional quirk.
Come eye-in-eye with Kangchenjunga, Lhotse, Makalu, Cho Oyu, Dhaulagiri I and II, see the Annapurnas and stare at the beauty of Manaslu.
In Nepal, you will get to reconnect to nature. The Flora and fauna of Nepal are appealing as it is sheltered by almost 6500 flowering plants, 2500 species of vascular plants, and 130 endemic species.
What makes the trekking experience in Nepal exciting is not only the fetching scenery of forests, landscapes, rivers, glaciers, flora, and fauna but also the culture of the people of the region.
Trekking trails of Nepal are equally diverse in terms of culture too. Trekking is the best way to explore this adobe of the Himalayas which embraces natural exquisiteness and cultural riches at its doorstep.
Walking through the unconventional trail through the Rhododendron forest, isolated suburbs, temples, monasteries, extraordinary landscapes, and diverse species of flora and fauna gives you a lifetime experience.
Everest Base Camp Trek
iconicEverest Base Camp Trektakes you throughout the Khumbu Valley, allowing you to experience the colossal beauty of the surrounding Sagarmatha National Park providing a breath-taking glimpse of 4 of the 6 highest peaks in the world – Mt. Everest (8.848m), Mt. Lhotse (8,516 meters), Mt. Makalu (8,470 meters) and Cho Oyu (8,201 meters) including Thamserku Peak and the Kongdi RI Himal.
Landing at Lukla Airport, the riskiest airport in the world makes your adrenaline rush like never before.
From here you follow the footsteps of the Sherpa people and, of the summiteers like Tenzing Norgay and Edmund Hillary who reached the Pinnacle of Everest.
Each settlement of the Everest region offers startling views of the mountain peaks and also presents cultural contours in many forms, like Stupas, shortens, Gumbas and Mani stoned walls define the region’s ethnic facing.
You'll not only see the mountains and hills but also will be able to learn about the culture of the Sherpa People who are renowned for their excellent climbing skills and physical stamina.
You'll receive blessings from Lamas (priests) in the Buddhist monasteries.
Prayer wheels and Prayer flags will accompany you throughout the trek from starting point Lukla to the ending,Everest Base Camp. The Everest Base Camp is an experience of a lifetime.
The most unique feature of this trek is that, despite being at the highest altitude, one doesn't need to have previous trekking experience or mountaineering skills of any sort, anyone with a mid-fitness level can accomplish this trek easily.
Trip Facts:
- Geography: Forests/Hills/Himalayas
- Location: Solukhumbu
- Level of Difficulty: Moderate
- Max Altitude: 3860 meters
- Religions: Buddhist
- Ethnic People: Sherpa
- Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge/Teahouse
- Transportation: Private Vehicle/Tourist Bus/Flight
- Minimum Pax: 02
Trip Highlights:
- Trek through Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Visit numerous monasteries in the Sherpa villages en route including the Tengboche Monastery
- Trek through Sherpa villages like Namche Bazaar and Tengboche
- Witness the panorama of the Himalayas including Mt. Everest (8848m)
Annapurna Base Camp Trek
Annapurna Base Camp Trek is the short and most convenient base camp trekking among any other base camp trek. Annapurna Base Camp Trek, also known as Annapurna Sanctuary Trek familiarizes us with its exceptionally beautiful Ecosystem.
This is one of the elegant treks which offers the awe-trucking mountain views of Annapurna South, Himchhuli, Annapurna I, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhare, Manaslu, and many other gorgeous mountains.
It is a unique trek that passes through the trail comprising a lot of species of rare floras and faunas like rhododendron, pine spruce, fir trees and reptiles, gharials, leopards, langur monkeys, rhesus monkeys, bears, and other beasts.
The exceptional villages are inhabited by indigenous Gurung, Magar, and Thakali communities tribes and terraced paddy fields along with gigantic glaciers. We pass Tikhedhunga, Ghorepani, Tadapani, Chhomrong, Dovan, and Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp.
Annapurna Region is well off in natural vegetation and wildlife with varied floras and numerous mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and more than 450 species of different birds. The sunrise and sunset views from Poonhill are purely spectacular.
Ascends to the glorious mountains and descends to the deep valleys entrancing the splendour of beautiful landscapes sum up to make this journey a remarkable one The visit to Jhinu, a natural hot spring will certainly wash away your weariness.
The perfect disparity between the bright days and the vibrant flowers will make your tiresome trek worth it. Annapurna Base Camp trekking isn't difficult. It has less possibility of high altitude illness issues.
Trip Facts:
- Geography: Forest/Mountain/Hills
- Location: Kaski
- Level of Difficulty: Moderate
- Max Altitude: 4,130 m
- Religions: Hindu/Buddhist
- Ethnic People: Gurung/Magar
- Accommodation: Lodge/Guest House
- Transportation: Tourist Bus/Private Vehicle/Flight
- Minimum Pax: 2
Trip Highlights:
- Explore the numerous natural landmarks of the Pokhara Valley
- Observe the panoramic views of the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna ranges along with Mt. Machhapuchhre (6997m)
- Enjoy Gurung culture and hospitality on the trek
- Trek through the enchanting Annapurna Conservation Area
Manaslu Trek
Nepal is the home country to the eight tallest mountains out of ten with altitudes over 8,000 m which includes Mount Everest (8848m) along with Mt. Kanchenjunga (8, 586 m), Mt. Lhotse (8,516 m), Mt. Makalu (8,485 m), Mt. Cho Oyu (8, 188 m), Dhaulagiri I (8,167 m), Mt. Manaslu (8,163 m), and Mt. Annapurna I (8,091 m).
Manaslu, the eighth highest mountain in the world has been opened on a restricted basis for organized groups, offering a sight into untouched natural and cultural diversity that has been compromised in other parts of Nepal.
Manaslu trek is situated on the premises of Manaslu Conservation Area, which is home to 33 species of mammals, 110 species of birds, 211 species of butterflies, 2,000 species of flowering plants, and 11 types of forest rendering an enormous mixture of the ecosystem in a short neck of the wood.
Manaslu region is a virgin trail and is less explored by tourists in comparison to the Everest Base Camp trek and Annapurna Circuit trek. You'll trek through the most unique and hidden valley of Nepal, Tsum Valley.
Settlement of the circuit trek still hasn't been affected by Westernization resulting in people thriving on their traditional way of life. While trekking in this area, the trekker needs to have a mid-level of fitness. however, no prior experience in trekking is required to accomplish this trek.
Trip Facts:
- Geography: Forest / Hills / Mountains
- Location: Gorkha
- Level of Difficulty: Moderate
- Max Altitude: 5160 meters
- Religions: Tibetan Buddhist / Hindu
- Ethnic People: Tibetan / Brahmin
- Accommodation: Lodge / Camping
- Transportation: Tourist Bus / Private Vehicle
- Minimum Pax: 2
Trip Highlights:
- Explore the Manaslu base camp to observe the Manaslu and Dhaulagiri mountains
- Cross the Larkya La Pass (5160m) and witness beautiful mountain views ofHimlung (7126m), Cheo (6812m), Larkya Peak (6249m), and Ngadi Chuli (7871m)
- Visit the Ribung Gompa and numerous other important Tibetan-Buddhist heritages
- Trek through the Manaslu Conservation Area and witness its bio-diversity
Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trek
Annapurna Circuit Trek is a circular trek in the northern central region of Nepal in which the trail revolves around the massive Annapurna ranges circularly. It is one of the most popular trekking trails in the world.
Annapurna Circuit via Tilicho Lake will take you to the Muktinath Temple, which holds prominent religious values for Hindus and Buddhist pilgrims.
This trekking trail will give you a chance to see the sights of the hills, snowy mountains, and local settlements of the people.
The blue-green effect of Tilicho Lake, which is recognized as the highest lake in the world will mesmerize you to the core of your heart. You will be able to eyewitness an extraordinary vista of Annapurna (8,097 m), Dhaulagiri (8,167 m), Manaslu,
Machhapuchhre, and Tukuche together with many other dazzling peaks in the background. The trek is remarkable, with numerous orchid forests surrounding the trail, and lush rhododendrons covering entire hills in their typical red tint in the spring... Mountain lakes, deep gorges, sky-high mountains, Marpha village - an apple production centre, hot water springs of Tatopani, Kaligandaki valley, Muktinath Temple and Thorong La Pass make this trek a memorable affair.
Trip Facts:
- Geography: Mountain/Forest/Village
- Location : Manang/Mustang/Lamjung/Myagdi/Kaski
- Level of Difficulty: Difficult
- Max Altitude: 5,416m
- Religions: Buddhist/Hindu
- Ethnic People : Thakali/Gurung/Magar/Manangi
- Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge/Teahouse/Camp
- Transportation: Flight/Tourist Bus/Private Vehicle
- Minimum Pax: 2
Trip Highlights:
- Visiting the revered Hindu temple of Muktinath
- Observing the surreal sight of the Tilicho Lake
- Cross the Thorung La Pass (5416m)
- Relish the panoramic vistas of the mountains in the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges
- Learn about the ancient Tibetan culture in Manang and Kagbeni
- Enjoy the Gurung heritage in villages like Ghorepani and Sikha
- Hike to the top of the Poonhill vantage point
Langtang Valley Trek
The Langtang region sits on Nepal’s border with Tibet, a short distance(61.8km) north of Kathmandu. The Langtang Valley trek is one of the most tranquil trekking routes in Nepal and was once the beloved trekker seeking spectacular landscapes and authentic culture along with gratifying hospitality in delightful homestay guest houses.
Langtang Valley Trek is on the premises of the second largest park in Nepal, Langtang National Park. It is home to endangered species like Red Panda, Himalayan Thar, wild deer, falcons, and many more. You will also spot the Himalayan monal also known as Lophophorus, the national bird of our country Nepal. You'll walk through cultivated potato fields, colourful Rhododendron, conifers, and oak trees.
Langtang Valley is also known as the Valley of Glaciers as it has over 70 glaciers roughly 108 high-altitude lakes such as Gosainkunda, Parvatikunda, Bhairavkunda, and Dudhkunda.
You will be rewarded with an extravagant view of Mt. Langtang Lirung, Langtang-ri, Langsisa, Langtang Himal, Nayakang Peak – Ganjala Peak. Natives of this isolated region are of Tibetan origin following Buddhism. However, a varied community of Newari, Sherpa, Tamang, and others is living in harmony blending their diverse ethnic cultures.
Throughout the trail, one will witness many Buddhist monasteries, vibrantly decorated Chortens, flickering prayer flags, and Mani walls that have memorial records of those who died in this region during the devastating Earthquake of 25th April 2015.
The highest point of this trek is less than 5000m so this is a moderate trekking route and anyone with no former trekking experience can achieve success in this trek.
Trip Facts:
- Geography: Hills/Mountains
- Location: Rasuwa
- Level of Difficulty: Easy
- Max altitude: 4984m
- Religions: Buddhist
- Ethnic People: Tamang/Tibetan
- Accommodation: Teahouse/Lodges/Guest House
- Transportation: Tourist bus/Private Vehicle
- Minimum Pax: 2
Trip Highlights:
- Climb to the summit of the Tserko Ri (4984m) and observe the Himalayan panorama
- Visit the Kyanjin Gompa and learn the history of the monastery
- Learn the Tibetan and Tamang culture of the people in the Langtang region
- Witness the mountains in Langtang, Dorje Lakpa, and Gaurishankar ranges
