42 best treks to do in Nepal

 

1. Everest Base Camp Trek 

2. Annapurna Base Camp Trek

3. Manaslu Circuit Trek 

4. Makalu Base Camp Trek

5. Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek

6. Langtang Valley Trek

7. Upper Dolpo Trek

8. Gokyo Lake Trek with Everest Base Camp

9. Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek

10. Rolwaling Valley Trek

11. Upper Mustang Trek

12. Ruby Valley Trek

13. Mardi Himal Trek

14. Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek

15. Tamang Heritage Trail Trek

16. Everest View Trek

17. Gosainkunda Helambu Trek

18. Tsum Valley Trek

19. Panchase Trek

20. Sailung Trek

21. Sikles Trek

22. Falgununda Circuit Trek

23. Timbung Pokhari Trek

24. Chisapani Nagarkot Trek

25. Ama Yangri Trek

26. Ganga Jamuna Trek

27. Solu Valley Trek

28. Sherpeni Col Trek

29. Bhairab Kunda Trek

30. Amadablam Base Camp Trek

31. Pikey Peak Trek

32. Nar Phu Valley Trek

33. Guerilla Trail Trek

34. Khopra Ridge Trek

35. Dhampus Village Trek

36. Ghandruk Village Trek

37. Shey Phoksundo Lake Trek

38. Jomsom Muktinath Trek

39. Lower Dolpo Trek

40. Limi Valley Trek

41. Arun Valley Trek

42. Mohare Danda Trek

Everest Base Camp Trek

Everest Base Camp Trek gives you one of the best trekking experience on the planet. On this 13 days trek you will explore the rugged terrain of Sagarmatha national park (1148 Km2) and discover the mount Everest 8850m, numerous peaks, glaciers, alpine lakes, waterfalls, river streams and diverse species of flora and fauna. This is a challenging Tea House trek where you will stay in the villages at world’s highest altitude and get an elevation gain of 5643m in the Kala Patthar. On the Everest base camp trek you will see 4 of the 6 highest mountains in the world viz. mount Everest, mount Lhotse 8,516m, mount Makalu 8,470m and mount Cho Oyu 8,201m.You will start your Everest base camp trek after taking a 45 minutes flight from Kathmandu to Lukla airstrip at and altitude of 2860m. From Lukla you will descend down to Dudh Koshi river and follow it upstream through the Sherpa villages of Phakding. From Thulo Gumela you will enter the boundary of Sagarmatha national park. The park is home to 21 species of endemic flowering plants, 10 species of Rhododendron, 33 mammals, 208 birds, 5 herpeto, 1 fish and 160 vascular plant species. The rich biodiversity of Sagarmatha national park will make your Everest base camp trek a journey of a lifetime.

You will trek up through the sub tropical forest of Sagarmatha and get to Namche Bazar, this Sherpa village has been gateway to mount Everest ever since Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa marked the trail to summit mount Everest in May 29, 1953. From the Namche Bazar you will continue trekking through the villages of Tengboche, Dingboche, Dughla, Pheriche, Lobuche and get to the Gorakshep. Gorakshep is the last village you will reach on this trek. From Gorak Shep you will take two hikes, one to the Everest base camp (5380m) and other to the Kala Patthar. You will get to the Everest base camp on the 9th day of the trek. After then you will trek back along the same trail through the Khumbu valley, Namche Bazar all they way to Lukla and get a flight back to Kathmandu. In Kathmandu you will be invited for the farewell dinner from the team of Nepal Trekking Routes. You will spend rest of the days exploring the Kathmandu city discovering the beautiful medieval Hindu temples.

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Five best trekking routes in Nepal?

Wondering which trek to do in Nepal? Here are the list of five suggested trekking packages of Nepal.

1. Everest Base Camp Trek

Experience the stunning mountain views of Sagarmatha national park on a 13 days challenging Everest base camp trek. Get the most out of the trek by discovering the mountains, glaciers, lakes, vegetations and wildlife symbolic to this park. Our guide will enrich you with interesting geographic and biodiversity details during the trek. Enjoy the warm Nepalese hospitality in the Sherpa villages that empowers you to conquer the high altitudes. Rejoice yourself with the spirit of adventure. Join the most rewarding trekking trip on the planet.
Enjoy a complimentary airport pickup and transfer to our hotel near Thamel. In the evening take a meandering walk around the heritage sites of Kathmandu and join a welcome dinner with trek briefing. Next day after flight to Lukla our trek begins alongside the river Dudh Koshi and crossing its tributaries through the sherpa villages of Phakding and to Namche. You will acclimatize for a day in Namche. You will observe diverse species of flora and fauna throughout the trail. After crossing Pangboche you will enter into the mountain mountain valley of Pheriche. After steep ascent to Lobuche you will get to Gorakshep. From there hike up to Kala Patthar and gaze at the world’s tallest mount Everest.
Everest base camp trek offers magnificent views of other mountains such as Amadablam, Lhotse, Thamserku and numerous ice capped mountain peaks. Your guide will tell you interesting details about the park throughout the trek. After the trek you will fly back to Kathmandu and join amazing activities until your departure.

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2. Annapurna Sanctuary Trek

Annapurna Sanctuary Trek leads you through the beautiful villages rich in unique culture and breathtaking landscapes. After a refreshing tour of UNESCO-listed World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu valley the trekkers head to Pokhara to start this amazing trek. This 14-days journey starts from Ulleri and leads to the base camp of world’s 10th tallest mountain, Annapurna I (8091 m). This trekking package has been designed for anyone looking to explore Annapurna Base Camp (4130 m) taking a bit of time. Therefore, the trek is an ideal package for a group of trekkers who enjoy traveling in a relaxed manner. Apart from Annapurna Base Camp, Ghorepani, Poonhill and Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3700 m) are the major highlights of the trek.
The magnificent sights of Annapurna I, Machhapuchhre (popular as “Fishtail”), Dhaulagiri, Hiuchuli and other beautiful peaks in Annapurna range from Poon Hill make this trek a true bliss. Further, the heavenly view of early morning sunrise over the mountains from Poon Hill is another important moment to cherish for the long time. To experience most of the landmarks of this trek in relatively a short period of time, the trekkers can opt for Annapurna Base Camp Trek.

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3. Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek

The Ghorepani Poonhill trek is for those with short time to experience beauty of the Himalayas. This is the most visited trekking destination of Nepal. The trekking trail runs through the scattered Gurung settlements along the Modi river to Tikhedhunga. From there you will trek up to Ghorepani via Ullerri through beautiful Rhododendron and Oak forest. After getting Ghorepani you will go on early morning hike to Poonhill (3210m). It offers stunning views of the Annapurna range, Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Tukuche, Varaha Shikhar, and Lamjung Himal. After then you will continue trekking to Tadapani and Ghandruk village enjoying dramatic mountain views. During the trek your guide will tell you interesting details about the region. You will get to enjoy the warm Nepalese hospitality and make lifetime memories on Ghorepani Poonhill trek.

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4. Manaslu Circuit Trek

Manaslu circuit trek leads you through the mountain peaks, glaciers, high latitude lakes, rivers, pastures and dense forests of pristine Manaslu Conservation Area (1,663 km2). Mount Manaslu (8163 m) is the major attraction of the park. On this trek you can get great views of mount Annapurna, Ganesh and Langtang. Manaslu Conservation Area is home to Snow leopard, Grey Wolf, Musk Deer, Blue Sheep and Himalayan Tahr. You can discover 21 species of mammals, 193 species of birds, 587 species of vascular plants, 2,500 species of flora during the this trek. Bird species seen during this trek are the Variegated laughingthrush, Grandala, Northern Goshawk. Manaslu circuit trek offers unique experience of wilderness and adventure in the pristine Manaslu conservation area.

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5. Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek

Kanchenjunga circuit trek takes you into the wilderness of Kanchenjunga Conservation Area covering an area of 2,035 Sq. Km. The area treasures world’s third tallest mountain Kanchenjunga 8586m and mount Jannu 7710m. During Kanchenjunga circuit trek you can see world’s largest glaciers, mountain peaks, lakes, rivers, alpine meadows and pristine forests. You can discover 13 mammal species, 280 bird species and 77 species of vascular plants. You can observe around 3000 species of flora throughout the trail. Kanchenjunga is habitat of rare animals like Snow Leopard, Musk Deer and Red Panda. Birds that can be seen during the trek are Golden Breasted Fulvetta, Snow Cock, Blood Pheasant and Red Billed Chough. You will get an unmatched experience of wilderness and adventure during the Kanchenjunga circuit trek.

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How to trek around himalayas cheaply?

Every years 1.5 million tourists trek around himalayas in Nepal. 

If you have a dream to trek around himalayas, then Nepal offers the world's most amazing trekking destinations. To trek around himalayas you must spare at least 1 week time. If you want to do a budget trek then you should expect expense of $60 per day with a guide, food and accomodation.

So how do you  trek around himalayas cheaply? Lets get it straight step by step.

1. First determine whether you want to go on a short trek of week days or long treks of 3 weeks

2. Second find the best package to trek around himalayas from Trek Around Himalayas.

3. Get a special 10% discount on all the packages listed in that website by referring Nepal Travel Blog.

Purple Haze Marijuana found in Kathmandu

Purple Haze marijuana found in Kathmandu Oct 13 2018

Trekking in Nepal

⛰Trekking in Nepal⛺

A mesmerizing view of trekking in Nepal

Nepal is among world's popular destination for trekking. About 1 million people come for trekking in Nepal. Learn more about trekking in Nepal in Autumn season. The national parks of Nepal are still pristine. One can no doubt experience a great sense of wilderness and adventure while trekking in Nepal. The stunning mountain views are the best part of trekking in Nepal. Another best part of trekking in Nepal is an opportunity to experience the wonderlands of the Himalayas. Nepal is rich in biodiversity. There are more than hundred ethnic groups in Nepal. Trekking through the beautiful villages of Nepal gives the immense pleasure of Nepali culture and hospitality. Nepal is truly a paradise for trekking lovers. If you are thinking of going on a holiday trip, then trekking in Nepal can be the best choice for you.

Trekking in Nepal through the rhododendron forests while gazing at the beautiful mountains will make your holiday a memory of a lifetime. From higher altitude you can get higher visions. You can get to the base camp of tallest mountains while trekking in Nepal. You can see different species of birds and butterflies while trekking in Nepal. 

Check out the video below recorded by Teton Gravity Research which covers views of Kathmandu, river Seti and mountains of Sagarmatha national park

Trekking in Nepal an aerial view by Teton Gravity Research 🚁. 

Trekking in Nepal is a feeling of wilderness and solitude🚶Best destination for trekking in Nepal is Sagarmatha National Park. Perfect time for trekking in Nepal is during March, April, May, September, October and November. 

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Crossing a wooden bridge in Kanchenjunga national park while trekking in Nepal

Popular destinations for trekking in Nepal are:

1. Sagarmatha national park trekking in Nepal or Everest region trekking in Nepal.
2. Makalu Barun national park and conservation area trekking in Nepal.
3. Kanchenjunga national park trekking in Nepal.
4. Gaurishankar national park trekking in Nepal.
5. Langtang national park trekking in Nepal.
6. Shivapuri national park trekking in Nepal.
7. Manaslu national park trekking in Nepal.
8. Annapurna conservation area trekking in Nepal.
9. Upper Mustang trekking in Nepal.
10. Upper Dolpo trekking in Nepal
11. Rara lake trekking in Nepal

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Suggested Nepal Trip Autumn 2018

Nyatapole temple during Autumn in Bhaktapur where Tantric Laxmi resides.

Autumn season is the best time to visit Nepal, it starts from 23rd September - 22 December. You can experience both magnificent mountains as well as major festivals of Nepal Dashain and Tihar. The weather is perfect for sightseeing,  trekking, rafting or for honeymoon in the national park of Bardiya. Kathmandu gives a sense of roaming into the medieval city founded using Tantras and Mantras by the great Kings and Priests of this valley. The most interesting fact about Kathmandu is that you can find so many Hindu temples throughout the valley and strangely Marijuana plants grows all over if not harvested. People here are very spiritual and religious. Nepali is the common language spoken and many people can understand English.

So about me I'm so excited for coming season, I'm looking forward to do Ruby Valley Trek and spend few days doing shrooms and exploring forest in Bardiya. Shrooms wait! this is not a an ordinary play its not legal to buy it but if you are interested you can learn to identify it and use it at your own will. Okay let's not make it a big deal, we are just having fun. 

The 17 days trip plan for this Autumn season goes as follows:

Day 1 

Airport pickup and drive to your preferred hotel.

Day 2 

Experience Kathmandu valley city temples, people and lifestyle.

Day 3 

Kathmandu – Syabru Bensi on Jeep 6hrs 1500m.

Two butterflies in the wilderness

Day 4

Syabru Bensi – Gatlang 5hrs 2400m.

Day 5

Gatlang – Somdang Valley 5-6hrs 3200m.

Day 6

Somdang Valley – Pangsang Pass 4hrs 3850m.

Day 7

Pangsang Pass – Tipling 5hrs 2300m.

Day 8

Tipling – Borang 5-6hrs 1800m.

Day 9 

Borang – Dundure Khola 5-6hrs 1700m.

Day 10 

Dundure Khola – Kathmandu on Jeep 7-8hrs.

Day 11

Take a very good Himalayan Ayurvedic massage somewhere in Thamel, Lazimpat or Durbarmarg.

Day 12 

Drive swiftly to Bardiya where bold tall Saal trees are standing so confident among others. 

Day 13 

Picnic in Bardiya under a big Saal tree we will have a day picnic with all the delicious food. I will be playing some of my best Trance music collection. The days in Bardiya will be full of fun, joy, comfort and luxury. 

Day 14 

Drive to Lumbini and to Pokhara.

We will also drop by Lumbini to wash some sins made earlier in the trip ;).

Day 15 

Leisure fun day at Pokhara. Celebrate the evening time beside the Fewa lake gazing the universe listening to the trance.

Day 16 

Drive to Kathmandu.

Day 17 

Observance of some Hindu Tantric rituals and Farewell program. During this time it's so much fun in Nepal with lights, flowers, colors and blessings everywhere.