Experience Nepal’s grand natural splendors with a multi-day hike through the country’s most legendry scenery, spectacular national parks and diverse culture and landscapes.
Nepal, the land of Mount Everest, boasts some of the best hiking and trekking routes in the world. Trekking and Hiking in Nepal is the perfect way to witness beautiful landscapes and explore vast wilderness areas. So grab a rucksack and put on your hiking boots.
With thousands of kilometers off-beat tracks and marked trails, there are plethora of walking and trekking options to suit all level of fitness and experience.
Circumnavigate the classic trail of Khumbu region, traverse rugged terrain of Annapurna region or wind you way through untamed and intact region of Dolpo. Travel south and explore the magnificent vegetation and discover wildlife in their natural habitat.
Imagine walking through some of the world’s pristine and tranquil forest- where you encounter abundant floral and faunal species (totally harmless). The trail is quite and nicely groomed with a blanket of leaves on the forest floors and chirping of birds adds more charm. The trail continues until we break the forest and few step later, we will be rewarded with magnificent views of Himalayans peaks and emerald hills dotted with village and terrace fields. As we start gaining elevation, the view becomes come closer and becomes clearer. We stop at local teahouse where we discover the culture and tradition of people at first hand.
Category of Trekking and Hiking in Nepal
Trekking and Hiking tour in Nepal is divided into four category depending on the difficulty level, time required and budget. If you are visiting first time in Nepal, it is important to know which trek suits most with your physical capacities in order to enjoy your trekking in Nepal at fullest.
Easy Treks:
Easy trekking and hiking in Nepal don’t require prior experience; any passionate trekkers with good fitness can enjoy the trek. Usually easy grade treks are short in duration and concerns lower altitude walking. It usually lasts for 4 – 5 hours.
Moderate Treks:
Tougher than easy treks, the moderate trek presents some challenges for novice trekkers. It is ideal for those explorer who are seeking for little challenging and energetic walks in mountain terrain. The trek may last for several days and concerns walking for 5-8 hours a day.
Moderate to Strenuous:
Moderate trek in Nepal requires moderate fitness level. Trekkers must have ability to walk for 6 hours a day in rugged mountain terrain. The trail might not be always be fair and well-leveled; sometimes might become narrow and steep. As it concerns high altitude walking, you must be well-prepared for colder conditions and occasional snowfalls. The trails are normally well-facilitated but don’t expect for modern amenities and facilities.
Challenging Treks:
This trek demands high fitness level and prior trekking experience in important (not if you are in good shape). Walking usually lasts for 6 to 8 hours in rugged and remote terrain. Challenging hiking and trekking in Nepal requires both teahouse and camping mode as the trail winds through the most secluded part of Himalayan region.
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Mt. Everest at 8,848m, the highest mountain in the world offers plethora of trekking and expedition route for adventure seeker and trekking enthusiast. Everest region is located between Makalu Barun National Park and Langtang National Park. Everest region trekking is probably the most popular trekking destination in the world.
Annapurna region trek offers the perfect blend of immaculate natural scenery and cultural diversities. Annapurna region provide brief introduction to rural Nepal and mountain landscapes. With numbers of trekking routes and expedition possibilities, Annapurna region ranks as second popular trekking destination in Nepal.
Langtang Region is yet another popular trekking destination in Nepal; admired by most of trekkers as well-kept secret of Nepal. Despite being so close to Kathmandu, Langtang region remains untamed and less-explored in comparison to other trekking region of Nepal.
Dolpo region, located to far western Nepal, is high altitude and culturally Tibetan region of Nepal. Dolpo region trek offers a real adventure trekking on remote and rugged terrain and provides the glimpse of Tibetan culture and Bon-Po religion (Pre-Buddhist culture).
Manaslu region is restricted area in Nepal located east of Annapurna region boarding with Tibetan plateau to the northern part. Manaslu region was opened for trekking only in 1992 which helps in retaining its unique culture and scenery. Due to its stunning mountain vistas and less crowded trails,
Kanchenjunga Region, home to third highest peak in the world, straddles its border with Sikkim to the east and Tibet to the north. Kanchenjunga region is sparsely populated and the teahouse offers very basic facilities (but improving). Trekking in Kanchenjunga region was restricted until early 90s and trekkers need to obtain special trekking permits to enter the area.
Makalu Base Camp Trek, located at Middle Eastern part of Nepal is idyllic option for nature-lover seeking to experience unique nature and culture along the trail. The region is blessed with lush cultural beauty, immense beauty and great natural diversity.