Nepal travel guide

Depending on your hiking fitness and experience, Nepal has a trail for everyone.

The best hiking trails in Nepal:

• Champadevi
• Kakani Hike
• Nagarkot
• Namo Buddha
• Nagarjung
• Chisapani

The top 5 trekking trails in Nepal are:

• Annapurna Base Camp Trek
• Everest Base Camp Trek
• Rara lake Trek
• Upper Mustang Trek
• Nagarjung
• Chisapani

Poon Hill is considered a short and easy trek, that can take you to a viewpoint with panoramic himalayan range views. The trek can be done in 6 days starting from Kathmandu, and flying to Pokhara for 4 nights, before returning to the capital city.

Some of the good 6-10 days trek in Nepal are:

• Annapurna Base Camp (8-10 days)
• Gosaikunda Trek (7 days)
• Mardi Himal Trek (7-8 days)
• Dhampus (5 days)
• Poon Hill Trek (6-10 days)

Annapurna Base Camp trek offers breath-taking vistas of the Annapurna Massif and Fishtail Peak.
Hike through Nepalese mountain villages, across terraced farms and lush forests.

Everest Panorama Trek is a 10-day trekking package that is ideal for those who only have a few days to travel to Mt. Everest.

Champadevi day hike is perfect for people looking for a little more strenuous hike in the Kathmandu Valley. The route ascends steeply to the valley’s third highest point, providing you with panoramic views of Bungmati, Khokana, Dakshinkali, and the Kathmandu Valley.

The Sundarijal hike is a popular one-day hike near Kathmandu. The 5 to 6 hour hiking trail starts northeast of Kathmandu at the entrance of Shivapuri National Park, and ascends to offer valley views, passing the monastary of Nagi Gumba, until exiting at Baghdwar.

Kakani hike is suitable for outdoor enthusiasts looking for a day hike in the northwest part of Kathmandu Valley. The Kakani Hilltop provides beautiful views of green paddy fields in the valleys below, with the Himalayas stretching over the horizon (such as Langtang, Annapurna range, Manaslu). When you reach the top, there is a peaceful park dedicated to the 113 people who died in the Thai Airways plane crash in 1992.

The best short treks in Himalayan region that are less challenging and moderate in grade can be completed within 3 to 12 days.
The shortest options for a Himalayan trek in Nepal are:

• Poon Hill Trek
• Everest View Point Trek
• Mardi Himal Trek
• Annapurna Base Camp Trek
• Pikey Peak Trek
• Langtang Valley Trek

Sir Edmund Hillary once said, “It is an act of worship just to sit and look at high mountains”. Nepal is a country you will never get enough of it as there is so much to explore.

The top reasons to go trekking in Nepal are:

• Nepal is the on of the safest countries in Asia
• An abundance of mountain trekking trails
• Everest View Point Trek
• 8 of the tallest mountains in the world are in Nepal.
• Get to experience diverse culture
• Remote hiking trails
• Untouched and Pristine regions
• Friendly and happy locals

Out of the 14 highest peak in the world, Nepal is home to 8, of them making it an ideal Shangri-la for high-attitude trekkers. There are easy to moderate trails for those seeking leisure hikes to more remote and off-beaten trekking trails for those seeking more adventure (such as Upper Dolpa, Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek, Rolwaling Tashi Lapacha Pass Trek)

Annapurna circuit trek is moderately to difficult trek on the high terrains of the Annapurna Region. Before choosing the Annapurna Circuit trek, please make sure that you are physically fit and mentally prepared.
Here is the guideline to plan your trek:

• Trekking Days: 15-18 days
• Required Permits: TIMS and ACAP
• Guide and porter: Suggested
• Starting point: Bhulbule
• Ending Point: Nayapul
• Highest Point: Thorangla Pass (5400m)
• Accommodation: Local and basic tea houses
• Food: Normally Dal-bhaat, chapathi, momos and other nepal items.

Amphu Lapcha Pass is the highest mountain pass in Nepal at the altitude of 5,845m.

To have meaningful trek in Nepal, you must choose your agency meticulously. Their guide, porter and the information they provide you during the trekking plays a crucial role to make your trekking holiday purposeful and memorable. Also being well prepared, well geared and mindful will make your adventure journey even more worthwhile.

Nepal is a landlocked country that is 130 km wide and stretches from the highest point on Earth, at 8,848 m, to the Terai lowlands, at 60 m.Its numerous high mountain peaks make it the ideal destination for trekkers, and its valleys are excellent for hikers. Nepal offers all levels of trekking trails all year round.
For a culturally rich holiday, Nepal’s 126+ ethnic groups offer a diversified and interesting culture with exquisite linguistic and architectural legacy.

Once you visit Nepal, you will want to return.

Autumn is considered the best season for trekking in the Himalayas.The weather between October and November is crisp and clear and offers stunning views of the mountains.

The Spring months between February to mid-April also offers ideal trekking conditions. During springtime, the mountain flowers blossom, turning valley’s into colorful scenery.

Trekking in Nepal in May and June may be rather hot, with temperatures rising above 25 degrees Celsius in the lower regions. Even in May and June, you may trek comfortably, although the warm weather sometimes creates a haze, obscuring mountain views.
Also, keep in mind that the first summit attempt on Mount Everest occurred on May 29, 1953.

Nepal is truly blessed with diverse topography. While October-November is considered as the best season for trekking in Nepal, there are trails to experience Nepal during the monsoon season. Trekking routes to Upper Mustang, Lower Mustang, Upper Dolpo, Nar Phu Valley, Annapurna Half Circuit, are places that do not receive heavy rainfall during the monsoon season.

The monsoon season in Nepal starts in June and lasts until mid-September. While Nepal may experience heavy rains during the monsoon season, there are activities for those who are seeking adventure.

• White River Rafting
• Relax in Pokhara
• Trek to the Everest base camp

Most people can avoid the occurance of altitude sickness by following a few simple rules.

• Adhere to the “Climb high, Sleep low” approach. It aids the body’s acclimatization process.
• Have an additional acclamation day every 1000 meters.
• Take AMS medication as directed.

IF altitude sickness does develop, descend as quickly as possible. Depending on the severity of your condition, descending may be enough, or you may need to enter a hyperbaric chamber.