Nepal being the country of the Himalayas, is the most popular destination for trekkers and adventure lovers, due to which locals have converted their homes to small lodges called Tea Houses along the trekking trails. Except for some remote trekking routes most of the popular treks have Tea Houses available where travelers get to sleep and eat after long days of walking in the mountainous terrain of Nepal. Now a days, things are changing. Dart roads have developed making the trekking trails shorter and better lodges with better facilities are adding. The most popular treks in Nepal are:
1. EVEREST BASE CAMP TREK
The most popular trek in Nepal is the iconic Everest Base Camp Trek that takes around 14 days and starts from flying to the small airstrip of Lukla. This trek takes you to the base camp of Mount Everest, offering stunning views of the world’s highest peak and a chance to experience Sherpa culture. We have designed several different variations of Everest Base Camp Trek, so that adventure lovers can choose according to their choice and suitability.
Duration: 14 Days
Maximum Altitude: 5,545m/18,192ft
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Trek Style: Lodge Trek
Trip Starts with a 30 minutes flight to Lukla
2. ANNAPURNA CIRCUIT TREK
The most popular trek in Annapurna region of Nepal that goes through Annapurna Conservation area and reach an highest altitude at Thorung La Pass which is the highest trekking pass in the world. On the way back you take a different trail and reach Pokhara, a beautiful lakeside city of Nepal.
Duration: 16 Days
Maximum Altitude: 5,416 meters (17,769 feet)
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Trek Style: Lodge Trek
Trip starts with a 230km drive that takes 7 to 10 hours
3. LANGTANG VALLEY TREK
The Langtang Valley Trek is one of the popular trekking route loved by adventure lovers. Walking through lush forest, alpine landscapes, ancient monasteries surrounded by the scenic beauty of high Himalayas, this trek takes you to the highest point at Tserko Ri at an altitude of 5000m/16,404ft.
Duration: 10 Days
Maximum Altitude: 5,000m/16,404ft
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Trek Style: Lodge Trek
Trip Starts from 7-8 hours drive to Syabrubesi.
4. ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP TREK
Annapurna Base Camp Trek is one of the most popular trek in Nepal that takes you to the Annapurna Base Camp at an altitude of 4,130 meters (13,550 feet), walking past stunning landscapes, waterfalls, rhododendron forests, terraced fields and hot spring. At Base Camp you’ll be surrounded by towering peaks, including Annapurna I, Annapurna South, and Machapuchare (Fishtail)..
Duration: 10 Days
Maximum Altitude: 4,130 meters (13,550 feet)
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Trek Style: Lodge Trek
Trip Starts with a 30 minutes flight or 7-8 hours drive to Pokhara
5. MANASLU CIRCUIT TREK
Manaslu Circuit Trek takes you to the remote Manaslu region with challenging high mountain passes. For Manaslu Circuit Trek, trekkers are required to obtain restricted area trekking permits through government registered trekking company of Nepal before starting the trek.
Duration: 18 Days
Maximum Altitude: 5,160m/16,930ft
Difficulty Level: Strenuous
Trek Style: Lodge Trek
Trip Starts with a 7-9 hours drive to Soti Khola in Gorkha District
6. GOKYO LAKES TREK
Gokyo Lakes Trek is one of the famous trek, a less crowded alternative to classic Everest Base Camp Trek. In this trek you explore the picturesque Gokyo Valley in the Everest region, known for its turquoise glacial lakes including the largest called Dudh Pokharai (Milk Lake) and climb Gokyo Ri, a popular viewpoint at an altitude of approximately 5,357 meters (17,570 feet), for the spectacular views of some of the world’s highest peaks, including Mount Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu.
Duration: 14 Days
Maximum Altitude: 5,357 m/17,570 ft
Difficulty Level: Strenuous
Trek Style: Lodge Trek
Trip starts with a 30 minutes flight to Lukla
7. MAKALU BASE CAMP TREK
Makalu Base Camp Trek takes to the base camp of Mount Makalu the fifth highest mountain of the world. This is a rugged trekking route in the remote east of Nepal that requires special restricted area trekking permit to be obtained through a government registered trekking company of Nepal. Diverse landscapes, from lush forests to high alpine meadows, unique biodiversity in the Makalu Barun National Park, cultural interactions with local ethnic communities, majestic views of Makalu, Everest, and neighboring peaks and challenging high-altitude trek with pristine wilderness are the some of the highlights of Makalu Base Camp Trek.
Duration: 21 Days
Maximum Altitude: 4,870m/15,978ft
Difficulty Level: Strenuous
Trek Style: Lodge Trek and Tented Camping
Trip Starts with a 50 minutes flight to Tumlingtar in Sankhuwasabha district in Eastern Nepal
8. UPPER MUSTANG TREK
Main highlight of the Upper Mustang Trek is Lo Manthang, a walled capital of the Upper Mustang region situated at an elevation of 3,870m/12,697ft that showcases the rich cultural heritage, unique architecture, and historical monasteries. This trek requires restricted area trekking permit obtained through registered trekking company in Nepal.
Duration: 18 Days
Maximum Altitude: 3,870m/12,697ft
Difficulty Level: Strenuous
Trek Style: Lodge Trek
Trip Starts with a 30 minutes flight or 7-8 hours drive to Pokhara
9. KANCHENJUNGA BASE CAMP TREK
Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek takes you to the remote part of eastern Nepal which requires restricted area permit to trek and is less busier than the other popular trails of Nepal. The adventure starts with a 45 minutes flight to Taplejung Airport which is gateway to Kanchenjunga region. Due to its remoteness and the less frequency of travelers, accommodation in this trekking region are the lodges with basic facilities or the tented camps.
Duration: 25 Days
Maximum Altitude: 5,143m/16,874ft
Difficulty Level: Strenuous
Trek Style: Lodge Trek and Tented Camping
Trip Starts with a 45 minute flight to Taplejung Airport
10. UPPER DOLPO TREK
Upper Dolpo Trek is a camping trek in the remote and less developed region of Nepal, in terms of infrastructure. This trek takes you through pristine landscapes, isolated villages, and unique cultural experiences. This trek requires special restricted area trekking permit to be obtained through a government registered trekking company of Nepal.
Duration: 28 Days
Maximum Altitude: 4,960m/16,274ft
Difficulty Level: Strenuous
Trek Style: Lodge Trek and Tented Camping
Trip Starts with 1 hour flight to Nepalgunj in western Nepal