Best Nepal Treks -The Ultimate Guide for Top 10 Nepal Trek

Nepal is exciting as a small country on the world map and known as the kingdom of the Himalayan, where Eight out of Ten of the world's highest mountains are in Nepal. So, it is one of the favorite places for adventure lovers and mountaineers. Likewise, Nepal has geographical diversity, and cultural richness, and is the home of the sage and birthplace of Lord Buddha. The lowest land 65 meters from sea level at Kechana Jhapa to the top of the world 8,848m at Mt. Everest is in Nepal. We have all the different climates in the world can find here; almost every one-hour walking distance can find different weather. This is a lively cultural museum, a sacred place, ancient’s historical sites, and full of art and architecture. Nepal is one of the best trekking destinations for every trekker around the world and fulfills its requirements. According to the Nepal Tourism Board, 16 % of the tourist had done trekking and mountaineering activities a total of 1,173,072 tourists in 2018.

Best Trekking Companies in Nepal

There are more than 18 hundred trekking companies in Nepal, every with its own strengths and areas of expertise. However, choose some of the best trekking companies in Nepal, based on their reputation, experience, Safety and Risk Management, Local Knowledge and Expertise, Environmental and Social Responsibility, customer reviews, and feedback. Likewise, make sure are they authorized by Nepal Government to operate the trips. It is most important to research and compares trekking companies (trip packages, cost, and services) before booking a trip as meets your requirements.  

Can You Trek In Nepal without a Guide?

Well, except for the restricted area trekking, you could do any trekking freely after getting trekking permits. But after the new provision from Nepal Tourism Board on 1st April 2023, trekkers are not allowed to go without Guide due to safety concerns of trekkers and get more jobs for the trekking Guide and porter. You must hire at least one Guide from the Government authorize Trekking Company.  No, more can get trekking permits and TIMS cards for the trekkers. 

Best Trekking Season Nepal

We have the most popular slogan in Nepal Tourism “Nepal for All Season”. However, it also depends on the interests of trekkers, their vacation plans, and weather phenomena. Due to geographical diversity (the elevation starts from 60 meters at Kechana Kalan in Jhapa to the Top of the world at 8,848.86 meters, where hot flat lowlands at Tarai to middles hills and tallest mountain ranges with cold temperatures are here and its biological diversity), here are various climates, almost weather from all over the world in the year around. Here are four seasons in Nepal; winter (December to February), spring (March to May), summer (June to August), and autumn (September to November). 

Autumn and spring are relatively known as the best trekking seasons in Nepal, on this season most of the trekkers trigger plan mostly for the Mount Everest Base Camp Trek, Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek, Manaslu Circuit Trek, Annapurna Base Camp Trek, Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek, Everest 3 Passes Trek, etc. In the autumn falls many festivals and perfect weather for the trek with neither hot nor cold. Likewise, spring is mostly to see the flower and vegetation on a sunny day and the perfect time for an expedition. 

Similar to this, snow will block the majority of high passes during the winter, making them impassable. So, short and easy trekking in the lower elevation will be suitable during the winter. Langtang Valley Trek, Poon Hill Trek, Tsum Valley Trek, Mohare Danda Trek, Helambu Valley Trek, Everest View Trek, Tamang Heritage Trail, etc. are best for the winter trek. 

And during the summer, there are some trekking places suitable for this time due to the rain shadow area. Upper Mustang Trek, Upper Dolpo Trek, and Nar Phu Valley are suitable in the monsoon time, where it will not rain or less rain located behind the great Himalayan chain. 

Normally, “Nepal for All Season”, however, you can choose one of the suitable times according to your holiday schedule and requirements.  

You must be clarified with a few relevant aspects of trekking before choosing the best trek in Nepal. Here are some factors which help to make your best trip in the Himalayas.

• What level of trekking difficulty are you looking for?
• How many days of trekking are you searching for?
• Are you looking for remote wilderness trekking or normal tea house trekking?
• What is your budget for the Trek or doesn’t it big matter to you?
• During which seasons are you trekking in Nepal? (Some treks are not recommended during the monsoon and winter season, if you have only this time for trekking then there are also some specific treks for a certain time. Upper Mustang, Dolpo, and Annapurna Short Trek are the Best Treks in Nepal during Monsoon and summer. Likewise, a lower-elevation trek is suitable even for the winter season. Poon Hill, Langtang Valley, Helambu, Everest View Trek, Chisapani Nagarkot, etc, are the best winter treks in Nepal.)
• Looking for adventure camping treks in remote (also sometimes named ‘adventure treks’) or the simpler teahouse treks?
• Is someone coming with you? Or only yourself? For the Restricted Area Trek, you need special permits; to obtain this requires a minimum of two people through the registered trekking company at the list a Nepali guide or porter.

Here are many trekking routes in Nepal with their own distinct features and category. So, it is quite complicated to choose one of the Best Trek in Nepal among the bunch of alternative routes. It depends on your personal choice, time duration, and budget ceiling to choose the Best Trekking in Nepal. To make an easier choice, here we at Nepal Mother House present the Top 10 Best Nepal Treks according to their popularity and clients' feedback.

Everest Base Camp Trek 14 Days - Best Treks in Nepal

The Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the most popular trekking destinations in the world. It is one of the Best Treks in Nepal, goes through the world's highest National Park “Sagarmatha” and follows the footprint of legendary mountaineers. You have a chance to have a lifetime experience of unique Sherpa culture, lively hood, and a view of the top of the world while on the Everest Base Camp Hike. This is one of the Best Trekking in Nepal in terms of mountain scenery, the snowcapped mountains surrounded you just a few distances. You have a wonderful view of mountains including Mt. Everest and Mt. Lhotse, Nuptse, Pumori, Lobuche, and many more.

Overview

Trekking Destination: Everest Base Camp, Khumbu

Trip Length:  14 Days

Difficulty: Moderate to Strenuous

Max Elevation: (5,550m)  Kalapathar

Accommodation: Teahouse + Hotel

Accessible in Winter (Dec to Feb): Yes! It is possible.

Transport: Private Vehicle, Airplane

Best Time of the Year: Sept - Nov and Mar-May

Required Permits: Sagarmatha National Park Entrance Fee & TIMS (Trekkers Information Management System) Card.

Average Walking Time:  4 to 5 Hours / Day

Average Walking Distance: 20 to 25 KM / Day

Pricing: Everest Base Camp Trek Cost more details

Start: Lukla             

End: Lukla

Manaslu Circuit Trek 11 Days -Best Trekking Routes in Nepal

The Manaslu Circuit Trek is a recently developed tea house trek on the lap of the Manaslu -the 8th highest mountain in the world. As Manaslu Circuit Trek restricted area trekking you have experience of low land to the High Himalayan plateau offering dramatic mountains scenery and Tibetan culture. Manaslu Circuit Trek starts at Lapubesi (884m) after driving from Kathmandu and goes along the bank of Budhigandaki River, various rural villages and amazing mountains scenery, Buddhist Monastery, Stupa, Chorten, tranquil Glacier Lake, Glacier, and cross over the Larkya La Pass (5,160m) and end at Dharapani. To avoid the crowds of trekkers Manaslu Circuit is one of the Best Treks in Nepal. It can do in 11 days as a short version of Manaslu Circuit Trek.

Overview:

Trekking Destination: Manaslu Circuit, Gorkha

Trip Length:  11 Days

Difficulty: Moderate to Strenuous

Max Elevation: (5,160m)  Larkya La Pass

Accommodation: Teahouse + Homestay + Hotel

Accessible in Winter (Dec to Feb): Yes! But High Risk.

Transport: Private / Public Vehicle

Best Time of the Year: Sept - Nov and Mar-May

Required Permits: ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Project), MCAP (Manaslu Conservation Area Project), Manaslu Restricted Area Special Permits &  TIMS (Trekkers Information Management System) Card.

Average Walking Time:  5 to 6 Hours / Day (Except the day of Pass)

Average Walking Distance: 22 to 27 KM / Day (Except the day of Pass)

Pricing: Manaslu Circuit Trek Cost more details

Start: Lapubesi

End: Dharapani

Annapurna Circuit Trek 10 Days - Best Trekking Routes in Nepal

Annapurna Circuit is one of the Best Trekking Routes in Nepal. The trek starts at Chame (2,670m) the district headquarter of Manang after driving from Kathmandu and ends trans-Himalayan regional Jomsom through the adventure Thorong La Pass (5,416m). The trail follows the Marsyangdi river bank with a typical semi-Tibetan village, Buddhist Monastery, Chorten, culture, and lifestyle. Annapurna Circuit Trek can do in 10 days as shorter due to road access all the way to Manag and Muktinath. But I like to spend more time in the sacred Himalayans, there are several side trips from Manang. During on short time hiking, you have various experiences from low-level jungle to high alpine, lush valley, up to arid peaks, various terrains, wildlife, culture, natural beauty, and wonderful snowcapped mountain scenery, so this trek is also known as the Best Trekking Routes in Nepal. The Short Annapurna Circuit Trek rewarded worm hospitality and adventure experience.

Overview:

Trekking Destination: Annapurna Circuit, Manang

Trip Length:  10 Days

Difficulty: Moderate to Strenuous

Max Elevation: (5,416m)  Thorong  La Pass

Accommodation: Teahouse + Hotel

Accessible in Winter (Dec to Feb): Yes! But Risk.

Transport: Public / Private Vehicle / Airplane / Tourist Bus

Best Time of the Year: Sept - Nov and Mar-May

Required Permits: ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Project) & TIMS (Trekkers Information Management System) Card.

Average Walking Time:  4 to 5 Hours / Day (Except the day of Pass)

Average Walking Distance: 20 to 25 KM / Day (Except the day of Pass)

Pricing: Annapurna Circuit Trek Cost more details

Start: Chame

End: Jomsom

Poon Hill ABC Trek 14 Days - Best Trekking Routes in Nepal

Poon Hill ABC Trek is a combination of two different treks Annapurna Base Camp Trek via Ghorepani. This is one of the Best Trekking Routes in Nepal, goes on the lap of the Annapurna Himalayan Range with amazing mountain scenery and dissimilar culture. Annapurna Base Camp Trek via Poon Hill Trek starts at Nayapul after about 2 hours scenic drive from the beautiful touristic city Pokhara, and walk along with the villages, farms traced with the beautiful rhododendron jungle, and hospitable cultural Villages. Spring and autumn are the Best Time to Trek in Nepal. Even though, to see colorful rhododendron jungle with beautiful mountains scenery Spring (especially mid-March to April) is the best time to trek in Nepal. Poon Hill and Annapurna Base Camp are the most popular viewpoints for sunrise and sunset. Annapurna Base Camp trek with Poon Hill is the best trek in Nepal to explore the splendor of the Annapurna region in a two-week trek.

Overview:

Trekking Destination: Annapurna Base Camp, Kaski

Trip Length:  14 Days

Difficulty: Easy to Moderate

Max Elevation: (4,130m)  Annapurna Base Camp

Accommodation: Teahouse + Hotel

Accessible in Winter (Dec to Feb): Yes! It is possible.

Transport: Public / Private Vehicle / Airplane / Tourist Bus

Best Time of the Year: Sept - Nov and Mar-May

Required Permits: ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Project) & TIMS (Trekkers Information Management System) Card.

Average Walking Time:  4 to 5 Hours

Average Walking Distance: 20 to 25 KM

Pricing: Poon Hill ABC Trek Cost more details

Start: Nayapul

End: Siwai/Masque

Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek 24 Days - Best trek in Nepal

Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek is a recently opened tea house trek in the northeastern part of Nepal nearby the Tibet and India border. This is a trip to the 3rd highest peak in the world Mt. Kanchanjunga an elevation of 8,586 m (28,169 ft) with a distinctive culture, natural beauty, and mountain landscape. The trek is inside the Kanchanjunga Conservation Area Project, which is home to some of Asia’s most exotic wildlife such as the Red Panda, Snow Leopard, and Himalayan Goat. The Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek starts from Suketar / Taplejung after flying from Kathmandu to Bhadrapur and driving and heading to Kanchenjunga North Base Camp to South Base Camp through the Sele La Pass (4,290m), that’s why it knows as Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek also. Jannu viewpoint/Khumbhakarna View Point in part of North Base Camp is one of the best viewpoints for mountain scenery and glacier marine. This is one of the best treks in Nepal to avoid the crowded trekkers and walk the most beautiful mother nature with untouched Nepalese culture.

Overview:

Trekking Destination: Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek, Taplejung

Trip Length:  24 Days

Difficulty: Moderate to Strenuous

Max Elevation: (4,290m) Sele La Pass, (4,440m) Sinion La & (4,480m) Mairgin La

Accommodation: Teahouse + Homestay + Hotel

Accessible in Winter (Dec to Feb): No! It is a Risk.

Transport: Public / Private Vehicle / Airplane

Best Time of the Year: Sept - Nov and Mar-May

Required Permits: KCAP (Kanchenjunga Conservation Area Project),  Kanchenjunga Restricted Area Special Permits &  TIMS (Trekkers Information Management System) Card.

Average Walking Time:  4 to 5 Hours / Day (Except the day of Pass)

Average Walking Distance: 20 to 25 KM / Day (Except the day of Pass)

Pricing: Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek Cost more details

Start: Taplejung

End: Taplejung

Langtang Valley Trek 7 Days- Best Trekking Places in Nepal to Explore Unique Culture

The Langtang Valley Trek is one of the best treks in Nepal inside the Langtang National Park, located north of Kathmandu, Rasuwa district, and nearby the Tibet border. This is one of the Shortest treks from Kathmandu to explore high mountain scenery, glaciers, Lakes, Icefall, and untouched Tibetan culture. Except for the enchanting scenery and natural beauty, this is the best trek to encounter rare wildlife and various vegetation. Especially, Langtang Valley Trek is most popular for the Red Panda, wild Honey Hunting, and Yak Cheese. Kyangjin Ri (4,773 m) & Cherko Ri (4,984m) are vantage points for 360-degree snowcapped mountain views and to observe icefall at the closest distance. Langtang Valley Trek can do in 7 days as the shortest version of a trip without any hazards in the high Himalayan region. The trek is ideal to see the distinctive Tamang culture, tradition, Monastery, Chorten, and beliefs of Bonpo Buddhism. If you are looking for a week trek in the Himalayan, definitely Short Langtang Valley Trek would be one of the best options.

Overview:

Trekking Destination: Langtang Valley, Rasuwa

Trip Length: 7 Days

Difficulty: Easy to Moderate

Max Elevation: (4773 m) Kyangjin Ri & (4,984M) Cherko Ri

Accommodation: Teahouse + Hotel

Accessible in Winter (Dec to Feb): Yes! It is possible.

Transport: Public / Private Vehicle

Best Time of the Year: Sept - Nov and Mar-May

Required Permits: Langtang National Park Permit & TIMS (Trekkers Information Management System) Card.

Average Walking Time:  4 to 5 Hours / Day

Average Walking Distance: 20 to 25 KM / Day

Pricing: Short Langtang Valley Trek Cost more details

Start: Syabrubesi

End: Syabrubesi

Upper Mustang Trek 18 Days -Restricted Area Best Trekking Trail in Nepal

Upper Mustang is a forbidden Kingdom, the trek was not open till 1992 due to the culturally and geopolitically insightful region. Upper Mustang was a separate Kingdom within the boundary of Nepal until 1950, so the King was officially recognized by the Government of Nepal at thises time also. As Upper Mustang was situated behind the gigantic mountain range of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri being isolated areas nearby the Tibet border, so they had very little to get in touch with the mainstream of Nepal. As a result, the culture here is untouched by modernization, can see the real livelihood of mountain people, Tibetan culture, unspoiled nature, and a century-old Buddhist monastery from the 13th and ancient cave civilization. The incredible Jhong cave at Chhoser village represents century-old civilization especially art, painting, and architecture 5th stories cave with 144 rooms.

Upper Mustang is in a rain shadow area, and the colorful rocks have amazing shapes all around it. Upper Mustang Trek is one of the Best Treks in Nepal during Monsoon due to less rain falling and the appropriate climate for the journey. Upper Mustang Trek is in a restricted area you need a special trekking permit for at least two people and a guide through the government register company. This is one of the Best Trekking Trails in Nepal to explore the unique Tibetan culture, people's lifestyle, amazing landscape, and wonderful snowcapped mountains view.

Overview:

Trekking Destination: Upper Mustang, Mustang

Trip Length:  14 Days

Difficulty: Moderate to Strenuous

Max Elevation: (4,1406m)  Annapurna Base Camp

Accommodation: Teahouse + Hotel

Accessible in Winter (Dec to Feb): No! It is a Risk.

Transport: Public / Private Vehicle / Airplane / Tourist Bus

Best Time of the Year: Sept - Nov and Mar-May

Required Permits: ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Project), Upper Mustang Restricted Area Permit & TIMS (Trekkers Information Management System) Card.

Average Walking Time:  4 to 5 Hours / Day

Average Walking Distance: 20 to 25 KM / Day

Pricing: Upper Mustang Trek Cost more details

Start: Jomsom

End: Jomsom

Annapurna Short Trek 3 Days -Best Trek in Nepal for Beginners, Family, Elderly Age

Annapurna Short Trek is the Best Short trek in Nepal, suitable for beginners, families, and elderly age people. This trek can do in 2 nights 3 days from the beautiful city of Pokhara after 3 to 4 hours drive to Ulleri, a pleasant walk in the Rhododendron jungle, and rural villages with amazing sunrise and sunset mountain view from Poon Hill ( 3,210m).  The panoramic view of the snowcapped mountain Dhaulagiri from west to Manaslu can be seen from Ghorepani and poon hill. If you are looking for a short trek with different activities and flavors then Annapurna Short Trek is the Best Trekking route in Nepal. There are the Best Treks in Nepal during monsoon and the best winter treks in Nepal for Beginners. It can be combined with Chitwan Jungle Safari and white water rafting also.

Overview:

Trekking Destination: Annapurna Base Camp, Kaski

Trip Length:  14 Days

Difficulty: Easy to Moderate

Max Elevation: (4,1406m)  Annapurna Base Camp

Accommodation: Teahouse + Hotel

Accessible in Winter (Dec to Feb): Yes! It is possible to even monsoon also.

Transport: Public / Private Vehicle / Airplane / Tourist Bus

Best Time of the Year: Sept - Nov and Mar-May

Required Permits: ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Project) & TIMS (Trekkers Information Management System) Card.

Average Walking Time:  4 to 5 Hours / Day

Average Walking Distance: 20 to 25 KM / Day

Pricing: Annapurna Short Trek Cost more details

Start: Nayapul

End: Nayapul

Makalu Base Camp Trek 20 Days - Off The Beaten Path Trail Best Treks in Nepal

Makalu Base Camp Trek is on the lap of the 5th highest mountain in the world Mt. Makalu (8,485m). This is one of the adventures trekking in the wilderness with untouched culture and natural beauty. If you are looking for less crowded trekking in the Himalayan, then Makalu Base Camp Trek is the best option. This trek can do as a tea house and homestay basic nowadays. As Makalu Base Camp Trek is in the Makalu Barun National Park, it offers different wildlife and vegetation. The trip commences from Chichila after an hour's flight to Tumlingtar and goes through the villages and lushness with verdant rhododendron forests at the lower part and high-altitude terrains with snowcapped mountains scenery at high elevation. Makalu Base Camp Trek is an ideal trek for the nature lover who wishes to avoid trekker traffic.

Overview:

Trekking Destination: Makalu Base Camp, Sankhuwasabha

Trip Length:  24 Days

Difficulty: Moderate to Strenuous

Max Elevation: (4,1406m)  Annapurna Base Camp

Accommodation: Teahouse + Hotel

Accessible in Winter (Dec to Feb): No! It is not possible.

Transport: Public / Private Vehicle / Airplane / Tourist Bus

Best Time of the Year: Sept - Nov and Mar-May

Required Permits: Makalu Barun National Park  Permit & TIMS (Trekkers Information Management System) Card.

Average Walking Time:  4 to 5 Hours / Day

Average Walking Distance: 20 to 25 KM / Day

Pricing: Makalu Base Camp Trek Cost more details

Start: Tumlingtar

End: Tumlingtar

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Trek 9 Days -Best Trekking Routes in Nepal

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Trek is an ideal trip to see the roof of the world Mount Everest (8,848m) in the shortest time. This is the same form of the EBC trek, but take an incredible flight from Everest Base Camp by helicopter. Trek in the heart of the Himalayan, the homeland of mighty Sherpas, inimitable traditions, Buddhist culture, the highest National Park in the world Sagarmatha, splendid mountains view, Glaciers, and Lakes with amazing helicopter flight is an unforgettable experience in your lifetime. Everest Base Camp Helicopter Trek embarks on Tenjin Hilari Airport at Lukla by a short flight from Kathmandu and walks through the Sherpa villages along with the Bank of Dudh Koshi River, cross the suspension bridge as a baby swing and get in an ancient trading hub Namche Bazaar, holy place Tengbuche and finally reach in the lap of Mt. Everest. Everest Base Camp Helicopter Trek is the Best Hike in Nepal to visit the third pole of the world in the shortest time and explore Sherpa culture.

Overview:

Trekking Destination: Everest Base Camp, Khumbu, Sagarmatha

Trip Length:  14 Days

Difficulty: Easy to Moderate

Max Elevation: (5,360 m)  Everest Base Camp & (5,560 m) Kalapatthar

Accommodation: Teahouse + Hotel

Accessible in Winter (Dec to Feb): Yes! It is possible but risky.

Transport: Public / Private Vehicle, Airplane / Helicopter

Best Time of the Year: Sept - Nov and Mar-May

Required Permits: Sagarmatha National Park Permit & TIMS (Trekkers Information Management System) Card.

Average Walking Time:  4 to 5 Hours / Day

Average Walking Distance: 20 to 25 KM / Day

Pricing: EBC Heli Trek  Cost more details

Start: Lukla

End: Lukla

There are different trekking routes in Nepal. Each trekking route has its value and importance. You may have some clues to choosing Best Treks in Nepal from this page. Just select one of the trekking for your lifetime experience in Nepal. If you require any further information, please feel free to contact Nepal Mother House at any time.