Fabulous Treks in Nepal
Nepal is the haven for adventure lovers which provides you fabulous treks in Nepal. Nepal has the wonderful Himalayas. With hundreds of trekking and climbing routes, it is the best country for trekking. Moreover, here you can find trekking routes with different lengths and difficulties that suit your needs.
With all its beauty and numerous trails, it’s no surprise that Nepal attracts thousands of hikers and mountaineers from all over the world. There are hundreds of fabulous treks in Nepal that attract all levels of hikers from all over the globe.
Moreover, trekking in Nepal is not only about wilderness experience but also a cultural experience. Explorers visiting Nepal will find out that there are many places to visit in Nepal which might not be possible to visit completely.
Overland Treks has made a list of Fabulous Treks in Nepal for travelers who want to trek through the Himalayas and enjoy the local culture.
Before moving to the list, here are some things you might need to know for your Nepal trip.
How to Get a Visa
Nepal offers visas on arrival to most countries. You can get the visa form online. We also recommend you fill the form online as it takes some time to fill it at the airport. Also, during peak seasons, you might have to wait as long as 1.5 hours just to fill the form.
After printing out the filled form, you can go to the counter to pay for your visa. The price for your visa depends upon the duration you want. You can get three types of visas on arrival. There is a 15-day visa (US$30), a 30-day visa (US$50), and a 90-day visa (US$125).
Likewise, you can do it at the Immigration Office in Kathmandu or Pokhara to extend your visa. You can get a minimum 15 days extension which costs around 45 USD. You can further extend the visa up to 180 days per year, depending on the country of origin.
Best Time for Trek
Nepal opens its trail all year round offering you fabulous treks in Nepal. So, if you wish, you can travel any time you want. However, the best time to trek is in the Spring and Autumn seasons. Spring Season falls between March and May and the Autumn season is between September and November.
This season has the best temperature to trek. Also, there will be minimum chances of rainfall, so you will get unobstructed views of the mighty Himalayas.
Likewise, you can trek during winter too. Although you will get great views and the daytime has the perfect temperature for trekking, the night gets too cold. However, if you can handle the cold nights, this might be the perfect time for a trek.
However, the worst season to travel is during the summer/fall season. The summer and fall season is same in Nepal.
During this season, there is a 9 out of 10 chance that there will be rainfall. And, it is very dangerous to trek while raining as the Himalayan trail gets very slippery. Moreover, the temperature is very hot, and it causes lots of trouble during trekking.
Trekking permits
Most of the popular trekking routes in Nepal are looked after by National Parks. So, whether you travel independently or with a guide, you will need a permit. Few trek routes require a TIMS card. However, you might also need permits other than TIMS at some places, so you should find out if the trail you are about to go on requires an additional permit.
The TIMS card costs NPR 2000/US$16. You can purchase it at the Tourism Board Office in Kathmandu or Pokhara.
For a TIMS, you will need:
- two passport-size photos
- one filled form (you get it at the Office)
- your insurance details (to fill the form)
- contact details in Nepal (we always put our hotel info)
- NPR 2000/US$16 cash, in local currency
Fabulous Treks in Nepal
Annapurna Base Camp Trek is one of the most popular treks in Nepal. If you attempt this trek, you will be moving through all climate zones, excluding the tropics. Moreover, you will get to enjoy the breathtaking landscapes.
Also, you will find teahouses after every few steps you take. These teahouses are quite popular for hot apple pies, so don’t forget to taste them. The trek also offers you an experience of Nepal’s countryside life.
Everest Base Camp Trek is the most popular trekking route in the world. The trail runs from Lukla through Namche, Tengboche, Dingboche, and to the lap of the world’s summit. This trek generally lasts around two weeks.
You will be climbing up to 5555 meters. The highest point of the trek is Kalapatthar. Kalapatthar offers astonishing views of Mt. Everest. Also, the sunrise view from here is to die for.
Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek allows you to get a stunning view of all the viewpoints in one single frame. You can get the views over the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri range. Also, you will get to see the life of Gurung, the native of the region.
The trail is diverse and varied, giving you a peek into the wonderful rhododendron forests and dainty valleys. This trek highlights the sunrise view from the Poonhill point and a panoramic view of the Annapurnas, Machapuchare (Fishtail Peak), Dhaulagiri, and various 7,000 and 8,000 meters Himalayan peaks.
Also, the trek can be completed in just five days, so it is a perfect alternative for those wanting to see the Annapurna range but doesn’t have enough time for the Annapurna Circuit trek.
Langtang Trek is one of the nearest trekking trails from Kathmandu. The trek takes you through magnificent forests to the high alpine meadows and yak pastures around Kyangjin Gompa (a Buddhist monastery), with an optional day hike up to the top of Kyangjin Ri (peak). You can complete this trek in 7 days, so you can go for a week’s vacation to complete it.
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