Nepal offers excellent trekking options
to visitors from the easy walking excursions to the strenuous
climb of the snowy peaks. The most rewarding way to experience
Nepal's natural embellishment and cultural assortment
is to walk through the length, breadth and the altitudes
of the country. Trekking in Nepal is a big part of the
ultimate Himalayan adventure and a majority of tourists
have trekking as a part of their itinerary.
Nepal Trekking Destination
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REGION |
:ANNAPURNA
REGION |
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TREK |
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1) EVEREST REGION
Located
in the eastern half of Nepal, the Everest region
offers a wide range of trekking experiences. From
the well-developed trail to Everest base camp to
treks in remote semi-wilderness areas, there is a
choice to suit all-corners. The most frequented part
of the region is located in Solukhumbu district,
the home of the legendary Sherpas. The northern part
of the district (Khumbu) is encompassed in the Everest
National Park, which was established to protect
the fragile environment of the alpine region. To
the east of the Everest National Park is the Makalu-Barun
National Park, a remote and wild
stretch of mountain peaks and deep densely forested
valleys. To the west is the Rolwaling valley,
a well protected microcosm of cultures and ecology.
The southern part of the district, Solu is
much less frequented by tourist and be a very
rewarding destination in its own right Beside Mount
Everest there are other 8,000 meter peaks in the
region. Lhotse, Cho Oyu and Makalu
and in addition numerous other peaks lesser altitude
but no less stunning. Add to this glacial
lakes rhododendron forest, native flora and fauna,
traditional villages and ancient Buddhist
monasteries, all go to make this region a spectacular
destination.
ANNAPURNA REGION
Beside the Everest region, the area around the Annapurna
massif is perhaps the best known trekking destination in
Nepal. Based on sheer numbers of trekking visitors it is
certainly the most popular. As the title suggests, the
centre piece of this part of Nepal is the range of mountains
that includes Annapurna I, the first of the 8000 meter
peaks to be climbed. Also included in this general area
is another 8000 meter giant, Dhaulagiri, which is located
west of Annapurna I. Between these two mountains runs the
valley of the Kali-Gandaki River, the deepest gorge on
earth. Combine this with lush, fertile farming land, stands
of undistributed natural forest and a mixture of different
ethnic inhabitants and you have a diverse range of experiences
that makes this area one of the most satisfying trekking
destinations in Nepal.
The fact that the main Himalayan range runs south of the border with Tibet means
that that the northern parts of the area are in the rain shadow and are considerably
drier than the southern slopes of the mountains. This leads to unusually diverse
landscapes.
SHORT TREK
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KATHMANDU
SUNDARIJAL TREK (7 Days)
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu.
Day 02: Free day in Kathmandu.
Day 03: Kathmandu - Sundarijal - Chisapani (2150M) 5HRS
Drive form Kathmandu to Sundarijal. Trail climbs up through
mixed forset and pass the Mulkharka village to Chisapani
Danda. In a clear day there are good views of mountain
from east to west. there are good view of mountain and
Kathmandu Valley.
Day 04: Chisapani – Nagarkot (2163M)5 to 6HRS
An interesting trail takes us to the hill retreat of
Nagarkot, perched on a ridge 32 km east of Kathmandu.
It commands sweeping views of the Himalayas. Five of
the world's ten highest peaks, Everest, Lhotse, Choyu,
Makalu and Manaslu are visible from here. Nagarkot
is also a popular spot to watch sunrise and sunset.
Day 05: Nagarkot – Dhulikhel 6HRS
The trail climbs up to the tower of Nagarkot. From the
tower there are excellent views of mountain including
view of Mt Everest and Kahmandu valley. Trail descends
through rhododendron forest and villages to Dhulikhel.
In a clear day there are excellent view of eastern
Himalaya.
Day 06: Dhulikhel - Kathmandu, by bus
Day 07: Final Departure.
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KATHMANDU NAGARKOT (8 Days)
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu.
Day 02: Full day of sightseeing in Kathmandu.
Day 03: Kathmandu ( Drive)-Sankhu-Nagarkot(Trek)
Half an hour drive to the trek starting point Sankhu-
An old Newari settlement lying 12 km east of Kathmandu.
we proceed for 4 hours of most easy and pleasant trek.
The trail follows the ridgeline eastwards with pleasant
walk through the scattered villages. Our first camp
at Nagarkot- east of Kathmandu, situated at an altitude
of 2175 m above sea level. The panorama of th e major
peaks of most of th eastern Nepal Himalayas including
mount Everest can be seen from here. Best at sunset
and sunrise.
Day 04: Nagarkot -Dhulikhel
The trail follows towards south-east crossing over two
ridges lying east-west. Bit of ups and downs but easy
and pleasant . Today we walk for about 5 hours reaching
another Newari town known as Dhulikhel lying 30 km
east of Kathmandu. Another spot for viewing sunset.
Day 05: Dhulikhel-Namobuddha
It's a hike to places within the rim of the Kathmandu
valley; pleasant and easy walks to the surrounding
villages offer captivating glimpses of rural life.
Day 06: Namobuddha-Gundu
It's a hike to places within the rim of the Kathmandu
valley; pleasant and easy walks to the surrounding
villages offer captivating glimpses of rural life.
O/N at camp.
Day 07: Suryabinayak-Kathmandu
A short hike to Suryabinayak soft walk till lunch and
drive back to Kathmandu approx.
Day 08: Kathmandu
Free day on your own to go for last minute shopping or
to do something of your interest. Evening dinner followed
by Nepali cultural program.
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KATHMANDU KAKANI (5 Days)
Day 01: Kathmandu- Kakani (Drive) - Ale Danda
Day 02: Ale Danda - Chisa Pani
Day 03: Chisa Pani - Nagarkot
Day 04: Nagarkot - Dhulikhel
Day 05: Dhulikhel - Kathmandu (by drive)
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