A popular destination for trekking enthusiasts, Nepal offers a wide range of hiking trails surrounded by stunning landscapes and majestic mountains. Here are some of the most popular trekking routes in Nepal.
Everest Base Camp Trek
This iconic trek takes you to Mount Everest Base Camp, the highest mountain in the world. It offers stunning views of Everest and other towering mountains, Sherpa villages and Buddhist monasteries. The Everest base camp trek starts from Lukla and continue to Phakding, Namche, Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche, Gorekshep and Everest base camp.
Everest three passes trek
The Everest three passes trek is a challenging and adventurous trek over three high passes in the Everest region of Nepal. A popular choice for experienced hikers looking for a more intense adventure off the beaten track. The 3 paths included in this trek are:
Kongma La Pass (5,535 meters):
The trek starts from Lukla and follows the classic Everest Base Camp Trail until reaching Chukung. From there, climb Commara Pass for spectacular views of Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and other surrounding mountains.
Cho La Pass (5,420 meters)
After crossing Kongma La, the trek continues to Cho La pass trek, the famous Everest Base Camp and the scenic Gokyo Valley. Climb from Gokyo to Chola Pass for breathtaking views of Ama Dablam and other mountains.
Renjo La Pass (5,360 meters): From Gokyo, drive through the scenic Temu Valley to Renjo La Pass. This pass offers panoramic views of Mount Everest, Cho Oyu and many other Himalayan giants. The descent from Renjo La leads to the village of Lumde and finally rejoins the main trail.
Everest Panorama Trek
Starting at Lukla, the Everest panorama trek follows the classic Everest Base Camp trail for a bit before branching off to the village of Namche Bazaar. Namche Bazaar is a vibrant Sherpa town and serves as the gateway to the Everest region.
From Namche Bazaar, the trip continues to Tengboche, famous for its ancient Buddhist monastery. This monastery offers a peaceful and tranquil atmosphere, and hikers often have the opportunity to witness the monks performing their daily rituals.
Annapurna Circuit Trek
Known for its varied landscapes, Annapurn circuit trek is a classic trek around the Annapurna Massif. Pass through lush valleys, rhododendron forests, high mountain passes and traditional villages such as Manang and Muktinath.
Langtang Valley Hiking
Located near Kathmandu, the Langtang Valley trek offers a beautiful view of mountain landscapes, dense forests, and local Tamang and Tibetan cultures. A climb to Kyangjin Ri for panoramic views is also included in this trek.
Manaslu Circuit Trek
Considered one of his most difficult treks in Nepal, Manaslu circuit trek takes you around Mount Manaslu, the eighth highest mountain in the world. It offers remote and pristine hiking trails, diverse ecosystems, and a rich cultural experience.
Upper Mustang Trek
This trek explores the ancient Mustang Kingdom, a semi-autonomous region that was once a part of the Tibetan Empire. It is a unique blend of Tibetan Buddhist culture, arid landscapes and traditional Mustang villages.
Gokyo Lake Trek
Located in the Everest region, Gokyo Lake Trek is known for its turquoise glacial lakes and breathtaking views of Everest, Cho Oyu and other Himalayas. The trek also includes the challenging climb of Gokyo Ri.
Annapurna Base Camp Trek
This trek will take you to the base camp of Mount Annapurna, one of the highest peaks in the world. Annapurna base camp trek includes drive through terraced fields, dense rhododendron forests and traditional Gurung villages to reach the scenic Annapurna Reserve.
Conclusion
These are just a few examples, and there are many other trekking routes in Nepal, ranging from short and easy treks to more demanding and remote routes. It is important to choose hikes that suit your fitness level, time constraints and personal preferences, be well prepared and accompanied by an experienced guide.
