5 Best Treks in Nepal
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Gokyo Valley Trek
Experience the stunning beauty of the tranquil Gokyo Lakes firsthand as you embark on a memorable adventure to the Himalayas. The Gokyo Valley trek takes you to the glacial lakes of Gokyo, which comprise six different lakes spread across the valley seated in the foothills of Cho Oyu (8201m), the world’s sixth-highest mountain. Combining the stunning beauty of the glacial lakes with the equally intriguing Sherpa culture of the Everest Region, the Gokyo Valley trek creates a perfect destination for trekkers and adventurers planning to journey around the Everest Region.
Outline Itinerary
| Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu | ||
| Day 2: Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla and trek to Phakding | ||
| Day 3: Trek to Namche Bazaar | ||
| Day 4: Rest Day in Namche Bazaar | ||
| Day 5: Trek to Phortse | ||
| Day 6: Trek to Machhermo | ||
| Day 7: Trek to Gokyo | ||
| Day 8: Explore Gokyo Valley (Hike to Gokyo Ri) | ||
| Day 9:Trek to Dhole | ||
| Day10: Trek to Monjo | ||
| Day 11: Trek to Lukla | ||
| Day 12: Fly to Kathmandu | ||
| Day13: Departure from Kathmandu |
Ghorepani Poonhill Trek
The Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is a delightful short trip that takes you to the gorgeous Annapurna region of Nepal. It is a breathtaking journey that presents to you sweeping views of the Annapurna Himalayas paired with a natural landscape embedded with a wide myriad of endangered species of animals. The trip is an amalgamation of the best facets of the region and offers you the chance to enjoy Annapurna’s cultural, natural, and Himalayan attributes without an arduously long trekking trip to high elevations. It is a perfect trip for people who are looking for an adventure that takes them close to the Himalayas in a comparatively short amount of time.
Outline Itinerary
| Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu | |
| Day 2: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara by tourist bus | |
| Day 3: Drive from Pokhara to Nayapul and trek to Tikhedhunga | |
| Day 4: Trek from Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani | |
| Day 5: Hike to Poon Hill, 3210m, and Trek from Ghorepani to Tadapani | |
| Day 6: Trek from Tadapani to Ghandruk | |
| Day 7: Trek from Ghandruk to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara | |
| Day 8: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist bus | |
| Day 9: Departure from Kathmandu |
Manaslu Circuit Trek
Manaslu Circuit Trek is a beautiful trekking journey that takes you to the remote and less-trodden region of Manaslu. The region gets its name from the majestic Manaslu (8163m), the eighth-highest mountain in the world. It is a daring trip that takes you through the Manang-Gandaki ravines and through the Gorkhali valleys to present an unadulterated ethnic presence of the Tibetan Buddhist and Hindu culture. Moreover, the Manaslu region is also under the protection of the Manaslu Conservation Area, home to a wide array of endangered species of wildlife.
The trek starts with a drive to Soti Khola, where the verdant valley of Kathmandu gets left behind to be replaced with the winding Prithvi Highway. Next, the trekking trail takes you through many of the Gorkha region’s ethnic villages and settlements, each presenting breathtaking views of the Manaslu and Ganesh ranges. The valley is home to two major ethnic groups- the Nubri and the Tsum people, where trekkers can enjoy the cultural ethos of the Gurung, Bhutia, and Sherpa populace.
Outline Itinerary
| Day 01. Arrival in Kathmandu | |
| Day 02: Trek preparation and explore Kathmandu | |
| Day 3: Drive from Kathmandu to Soti Khola via a Private Jeep or the local bus | |
| Day 4: Trek from Soti Khola to Machha Khola | |
| Day 5: Trek from Machhe Khola to Jagat | |
| Day 6: Trek from Jagat to Deng | |
| Day 7: Trek from Deng to Ghap | |
| Day 8: Trek from Ghap to Lho | |
| Day 9: Trek from Lho to Samagaon | |
| Day 10: Acclimatization day in Sama Gaon (Here you may explore Pungen Gumba, 5 hours or trek to Manaslu Base Camp, 6 hours) | |
| Day 11: Trek from Samagaon to Samdo | |
| Day 12: Trek from Samdo to Dharamsala (limited available lodges) | |
| Day 13: Trek from Dharamsala to Bimthang via the Larkya La Mountain Pass | |
| Day 14: Trek from Bimthang to Tilije | |
| Day 15: Trek from Tilije to Chyamje | |
| Day 16: Drive from Chyamje to Kathmandu via Besisahar | |
| Day 17: Departure |
Everest Base Camp Trek
Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the most iconic treks in the Nepal Himalayas that is filled with abundant thrill and adrenaline rush, which is not only impossible to describe but is something that needs to experience. With the snowy summits of the Everest Range ever-present on the horizon, the trek comprises an all-Nepalese Himalayan experience that takes adventurers through forested trails alongside gorgeous rivers and most importantly exposes them to the Sherpa way of life, famed for their courage and prowess in mountain climbing.
Outline Itinerary
| Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu | |
| Day 02:Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla and Trek to Phakding | |
| Day 03:Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar | |
| Day 04: Acclimatization and exploration day | |
| Day 05:Trek from Namche to Pangboche | |
| Day 06:Trek from Pangboche to Dingboche | |
| Day 07: Acclimatization and Exploration day at Dingboche | |
| Day 08:Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche | |
| Day 09:Trek from Lobuche to Gorakshep, and Hike to Everest Base Camp | |
| Day 10: Hike from Gorakshep to Kalapatthar (5,545m) and Trek from Gorakshep to Pheriche | |
| Day 11: Trek from Pheriche to Namche | |
| Day 12:Trek from Namche to Lukla | |
| Day 13:Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu | |
| Day 14: Departure |
Annapurna Base Camp trek
one of the majestic Mount Annapurna Range, the Annapurna region is a tourist hub that pulls in many visitors who come to the country. The region is also teeming with a rich bio-diverse concatenation and is home to a diverse landscape as well. Moreover, the region is also home to the ethnic Gurung and Magar people of Nepal who have embraced the land and set up cultural and traditional practices. As such, the Poon Hill with Annapurna Base Camp Trek spectacularly embraces the region’s best facets and presents to you a trekking experience of a lifetime.
The Poon Hill with Annapurna Base Camp Trek begins with a beautiful drive to Pokhara. As you approach the city, you will get your first glimpses of the peaks rising high against the city’s tall buildings and a lakeside ambiance. The trek also takes you through several ethnic villages and settlements where you can experience the Gurung and Magar culture up close. At each step of the way, the views of the mountain peaks keep you company.
Outline Itinerary
| Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu and trekking preparation | |
| Day 02: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara – 6 to 7 hours by tourist bus | |
| Day 03: Drive to Nayapul and trek to Tikhedhunga | |
| Day 04: Trek from Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani | |
| Day 05: Hike up from Ghorepani to Poon Hill (3210m) – 45 minutes, Trek to Tadapani | |
| Day 06: Trek Tadapani to Chhomrong | |
| Day 07: Trek from Chhomrong to Dovan | |
| Day 08: Trek from Dovan to Deurali | |
| Day 09: Trek from Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp (4130m) – 4 to 5 hours, via Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3700m) | |
| Day 10: Trek back from the Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo | |
| Day 11: Trek from Bamboo to Jhinu Danda (hot spring) | |
| Day 12: Trek from Jhinu Danda (Hot spring) to Siwar to Nayapul drive to Pokhara | |
| Day 13: Drive back to Kathmandu early in the morning by Tourist Bus – 6 to 7 hours | |
| Day 14: Departure |
