If trekking to beautiful places with stunning landscapes is on your bucket-list, then Nepal is your ideal destination. With an abundance of natural and cultural beauty poured into one small country, it can be overwhelming to decide which part of the beauty you want to witness first.
However, if you decide to go on any of these trails, rest assured to be rewarded with experiences of a lifetime. Here are 10 such magnificent trekking destinations in Nepal, in no particular order.
Upper Mustang Trek
Upper Mustang can be referred to as an exotic land beyond the mountains. A trek to upper Mustang is truly a peek into the hidden world surrounded by rocks of all kinds — no trees but beautiful landscapes.
The relentless afternoon winds can be a little troublesome, it is remote and expensive but then getting to trek to one of the most beautiful destinations in Nepal is just worth it all.
Upper Mustang can be referred to as an exotic land beyond the mountains. A trek to upper Mustang is truly a peek into the hidden world surrounded by rocks of all kinds — no trees but beautiful landscapes.
The relentless afternoon winds can be a little troublesome, it is remote and expensive but then getting to trek to one of the most beautiful destinations in Nepal is just worth it all.
Difficulty: Medium to hard
Best time to trek: December – January (Winter is the best time to go!)
Everest Base Camp Trek
What can be more wonderful than travelling through lush rhododendron forests and stone walled traditional villages? And on top of that, you get to stand face to face with majestic mountains, like Cho Oyu, Lhotse, Makalu! Yes, the Everest Base Camp Trek covers it all, making it one of the best trekking packages available!
Climbing all the way to the top of Mt Everest (8848 m) is a tough task, not everyone can do it. However, trekking to its base camp is just as beautiful, if not more. The highest point one can get to is Kala Patthar, at 5600 m, where you can admire magnificent mountain landscapes.
Difficulty: Medium to hard
Best time to trek: March-May, October-November
Annapurna Base Camp Trek
The Annapurna Base Camp trek is a wonderful walk through terraced rice fields and luscious rhododendron forests. Being the 10th highest mountain in the world – Mt. Annapurna (8091 m), the journey to Annapurna base camp (4130 m) is one of the most popular trekking destinations. The landscape has a lot to offer with scenic riverbanks, majestic mountains and picturesque forests.
This trek also offers magnificent mountain views all along the way. The base camp is close to Pokhara, which can be a worthwhile visit after the trek.
Difficulty: Moderate
Best time to trek: March-May, not accessible in winter due to ‘too much’ snow in December-January
Lower Dolpo Trek
The Lower Dolpo Trek offers an adventurous trekking experience in the remote western region of Nepal. This trek begins from the extraordinary Shey-Phoksundo National Park, home to a wide range of flora and fauna.
This trek is all about snowy peaks, ancient villages, rich wildlife and beautiful lakes. Trekking to this region exposes you to world’s hidden natural wonders, which will leave you mesmerized for quite a time.
Difficulty: Difficult
Best time to trek: March-May, September-October
Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek
If you are a beginner or want a safer, shorter trek in Nepal then the Ghorepani Poonhill Trek is the best for you! It lies in the Annapurna Region and is also regarded as mini Annapurna circuit trek. Oddly comfortable, this trek offers an opportunity to witness the beauty of mountains, forests, wildlife and culture, all rolled into one in a short, safe trek.
Beautiful valleys, dense forests, icy waterfalls, sunrise from the Poonhill, panoramic view of himalayas make this trek a wonderful experience.
Difficulty: Easy
Best time to trek: March-May, October-November
Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek
Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167 m) is the 7th highest mountain in the world, and this trek is considered as one of most the challenging and rewarding trekking destinations. This trek is also regarded as one of the best trekking routes in Nepal because it consists of more than 15 magnificent peaks elevated above 7000 m, accompanied by spectacular landscapes.
Difficulty: Challenging
Best time to trek: April-May, September-October
Gosainkunda Trek
Offering both natural and cultural experiences, the Gosainkunda Trek is one of the major treks in the Langtang region. During the trek, trekkers can observe panoramic views of different mountains like Jugal, Ganesh, Langtang, Manaslu, Gaurishankar, Dorje Lakpa and so on.
The major attraction of this trek is the Gosainkunda lake, which is believed to be created by Lord Shiva himself by piercing a glacier with his trident to drink water after he gulped down the poison during ‘Samudra Manthan’. The black rock in the middle of the rock is said to be the head of Lord Shiva and the lake is adorned beautifully with prayer flags.
Difficulty: Moderate
Best time to trek: February-May, October-December
Manaslu Trek
Mt Manaslu (8163 m) is the 8th highest mountain in the world and is locally known as the ‘Mountain of the Spirit’. The trek is simply breathtaking with spectacular views of various magnificent mountains and immaculate Tibetan villages.
The most interesting part of this trek is the Lyarka pass at 5100 m and how it opens up to the beautiful world of the Marshyangdi river valley.
Difficulty: Challenging
Best time to trek: mid January
Rara Lake Trek
This trek is an ideal choice for someone who is looking forward to wilderness and solitude. Surrounded by Rara National Park, the lake is home to rare flora and fauna species. The park consists of 1074 species of plants and flowers, of which 16 are endemic to Nepal while the wildlife of the park consists of 51 species of mammals and 214 species of birds.
During the Rara Lake Trek, not only will you witness beautiful snow capped mountains, beautiful forests, and enchanting lakes but you will also get to know more about the rustic life of locals who call this remote region of Nepal their home.
Difficulty: Easy
Best time to trek: March-December
Langtang Trek
The Langtang Trek offers wonderful trekking trails for wildlife and nature lovers. Popularly known as ‘The Valley of Glaciers’, this trek offers gorgeous mountain views and the journey into the wilderness, making it the wildest trekking destination in Nepal.
Besides the natural beauty of this location, you can also visit ancient Tibetan villages and Buddhist monasteries and have lots of wonderful memories and knowledge to take back home.
Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
Best time to trek: March-May, September-November
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