Best Treks in Nepal

: 2023-06-19

Last Updated : 2023-09-21

Are you looking for Best Treks in Nepal for your upcoming holidays? There are many trekking routes in Nepal which are remarkably stunning. Nepal is famous for adventure trekking. It is home to the most spectacular treks in the world. The topography of the Nepalese Himalayas offers a number of spectacular trekking routes. Well, there are so many marvelous trekking routes in Nepal that will obviously put you at the horn of the dilemma. It is rather unjust to name just one trek in Nepal as the best. While the classic Everest Base Camp and Annapurna Circuit treks have earned their reputation, they’ve become quite swarming. Up and coming treks, such as the Manaslu Circuit Trek and the Three Passes Trek, are now considered better options for those hikers who seek the eventual Himalayan experience
Choosing your favorite trek might actually be easier made in your home than in the bustling trekking and tourist area, Thamel, where hundreds of trekking agencies inevitably offer you different opinions as to which trek is the best trek in Nepal. Worst case, some opinions offered by local trekking agencies might be more profit driven than anything else. It does literally come down to your own personal trekking favorite.
Every year Nepal attracts hundreds of thousands of trekkers. Based on the number of tourists who have chosen them treks as their adventure in Nepal, the list has been made and updated in 2017 to mirror the most recent conditions. The treks listed here all take 2-3 weeks to complete. Find out which trek in Nepal is the best for you and meets your preferences:

1. Everest Base Camp Trek

The Everest Base Camp Trek is the most famous treks in the world. It is not possible for everyone to reach the highest peak of the world. So if you ever dreamed of the highest peak but couldn’t achieve, then Everest Base Camp Trek can be a way to brag and realize your dream. This trek is the best option for the one looking to explore the Sherpa villages and to enjoy the spectacular close up views of the world highest mountains. This is one of the best treks in Nepal and offers an exclusive trekking experience. However, since the trek is so popular, its main trails tend to be quite crowded.
Everest Base Camp Trek generally takes a fortnight. It is motivating fact that the ultimate destination of this trek is Kalapatthar at the altitude of 5,600m. Thus, while trekking in this region, the main difficulty is altitude. The trek is like following the legendary trails and gets to see & experience what you have never done before. Tea houses are available for accommodation. No special permits are required for this trek.

2. Annapurna Circuit Trek


Annapurna Circuit is one of the most famous trekking routes in Nepal. The trek offers an astonishing view of the Annapurnas, Macchupucchre, Dhaulagiri, Manaslu and Langtang Himal.
Despite the controversy over continuing road construction, Annapurna Circuit Trek is still one of Nepal’s greatest treks. The trek offers adequate cultural and natural beauty to awe-inspire any visitors in the region the trek remains a great adventure with the crossing of the 5,416m Thorong La pass.
The trail allows a gentler adjustment process as it pass through the variety of landscapes from jungle to high alpine, green valley and up to dry peaks passing through hospitable villages through the world’s deepest gorge.

3. Manaslu Circuit Trek


Manaslu Circuit trekking route is diverse, remote with enriched topography, offering a fabulous experience for the one looking to take an adventurous journey to explore the scenic beauty of the Himalayan region. Known for its natural beauty, traditional settlement, and unique cultures, this trek has recently been popular due to its solidarity and conservation. No wonder the trail is considered to be one of the best treks in Nepal. The trek goes around the spectacular Mount Manaslu, the 8th highest mountain in the world, and reaches its highest at Larkya Pass which offers magnificent views of Manaslu. This trek provides you the amazing view of many mountains above 8000m like Manaslu, Dhaulagiri, and Annapurna etc. The Manaslu Circuit Trek has become more accessible since new lodges were built in 2010.
Despite its rising popularity, the Manaslu Circuit still feels very isolated, and has fewer trekkers than the more established treks of Nepal. As this trek lies in the restricted region, a special permit is required. Though counted as a remote trek, it is growing day by day. A minimum of two trekkers accompanied by a Nepali guide or Porter is required for a permit to trek the Manaslu Circuit, so make sure you have a Trekking Partner or a trekking agency for the trek.

4. Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek


Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is an easy short trekking along terraced farmlands and welcoming Gurung Villages. The trek is exceptionally beautiful during the spring when the rhododendron forest is in bloom with the vista of the high mountains. The Sunrise at the top of Poonhill with a fantastic panoramic view of the Himalaya is incredible. It is a cultural trek in close proximity to the city Pokhara, also worthwhile exploring after the trek. The Best Season for the trek is March-May and October-November. Poonhill (3,210 m) offers great views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Mountain Ranges. It’s a great trek for a sneak-peak into the trekking world. Highly recommended if only a few days available for trekking in Nepal.

5. Upper Mustang Trek

Mustang, a former Himalayan Kingdom, is considered the last bastion of Tibetan culture, a great option if looking for unique Tibetan culture together with beautiful landscapes. Upper Mustang is a culturally and Geo-politically sensitive area and wasn’t open for trekking until 1992.The 16th-century Buddhist monasteries and the caves carved into sheer cliff walls in mustang draws many trekkers to the region.
Hidden behind the majestic Himalayan ranges, Mustang is a hidden heaven in Nepal. This is a must trek for the one yearning to explore the fascinating landscape and the rich Tibetan culture.
The Mustang area’s capital city – Lo Manthang is an attraction. The Best Season for this trek is March-May and October-November, You have to be minimum 2 trekkers and accompanied by a Nepali Guide or Porter. The Restricted Permit for Upper Mustang costs USD 500 for up to 10 days and USD 50 for each day thereafter. Max elevation: 3,810 m, Dhakmar.

6. Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Roving through the handsome hills, the Annapurna Base Camp Trek takes you through welcoming villages, over high passes, and through pictorial valleys, before eventually arriving at the base of mighty Mount Annapurna. Annapurna Base Camp Trek is a popular trek in Nepal with stunning natural and cultural beauty that attracts the people all around the world. This trek is famous in Nepal as it is of medium difficulty and of short duration. This trek has great trails and landscapes. Rich in alpine vegetation, this trek will give you a genuine and real experience of trekking.
The altitude of ABC trek is 4000m above. No special permits are required. The trek coalesces so many different landscapes and brings the trekkers so close to the base 8,000 m high peaks in a short period of time. The trek is the perfect mix of superb natural scenery and rich cultural diversity of Annapurna region.

7. Gokyo Ri Trek

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The Gokyo Ri Trek is an exceptional trek to the Gokyo valley through forests, numerous suspension bridges, scenic ridges with shrines on top, the alpine valleys and glacial moraines. The sight of the five Emerald Lakes together in the shadow of the magnificent mountain peaks in the Gokyo Valley is the main highlight of the Trek. The trek offers the wonderful view of the wonderful ice ridge between Cho Oyu and Gyachung located in Khumbu region. Trekking in gokyo is an alternative if you want to witness the remote nature. A peak and a vantage point: Gokyo Ri provides the best panoramic views of the Himalayas. It is a moderate trekking destination with the easy availability of lodges, affordable and can be completed within 12 days.

8. Langtang Valley Trek

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The Langtang Valley Trek is recognized for its diverse vegetation and cultured villages. The trek offers a great vantage point of Langtang Ri and views of the Annapurnas and Makalu. Situated in the North towards Tibet, Langtang is a good trek offering cultural insights such as monasteries, local villages and chance to see the beautiful glaciers at a relatively low altitude. The Langtang valley offers the dazzling view of mountain panorama. A trek is an ideal option for the one looking to explore the rich Tamang culture, beautiful landscape and vegetation of the Langtang region. The best trek in Nepal, if only having 7-8 days available. You reach atop Tserko Peak at an altitude of 4,984 m. A 100% authentic trekking experience, even if only going for 7 days! A culturally rich trek highly influenced by Tibetan traditions. The Best Season for trekking is March-May and October-November

9. Makalu Base Camp Trek

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The Makalu Base Camp Trek is a challenging trek to the base camp of Mount Makalu, the world’s fifth highest mountain.Our itinerary is planned to allow for sufficient acclimatization to the altitude and to maximize the efficiency of travel time, providing ample opportunity to explore the Makalu Base Camp. This trail bring travelers to the humid lowlands near Tumlingtar on the Arun River, continuing through one of the least frequented areas of Nepal to Makalu Base Camp. This particular trek showcases a broad spectrum of ecosystems and cultures. In the areas of the trek in lower altitudes, visitors can experience local lifestyles in the Rai villages and, at higher altitudes, Sherpa villages.

10. Everest High Passes Trek

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Embark on a journey in the highlands of the Everest region with the professional guidance of the Himalayan Vista Team. Many people think that trekking in the Himalayas is reserved only for the skilled mountaineers. The truth is quite different though! The Everest High Passes Trek is fit for both new trekking enthusiasts and people with climbing experience who can use this trip as an introductory exercise before embarking on a more challenging route.

According to your capabilities and the level of difficult treks that you can go on, time to stay in Nepal, your trip mates (some of the treks  are restricted in Nepal and need at least two people and even tour guides or agencies to go on the trek), decide whether or not you want to go for a tour guide or agency, the season that you are choosing for Himalayan Trek  and a few more that you will come across while going through our list.

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