{"id":7308,"date":"2020-08-25T19:52:11","date_gmt":"2020-08-25T17:52:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/travel\/?p=7308"},"modified":"2020-08-25T19:52:11","modified_gmt":"2020-08-25T17:52:11","slug":"5-best-treks-in-nepal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/travel\/activities\/hiking\/5-best-treks-in-nepal\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Best Treks in Nepal"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Sandwiched between China and India, Nepal lies in the Great Himalayan Range of Asia. Although a relatively small country, Nepal is home to diverse cultures, vegetation, and some of the highest mountains in the world including Mt. Everest that stands at soaring heights of 8,848m above sea level. Eight of the highest peaks on the Earth rests here. Geographically, the country is divided into three regions: The Himalayas, Hills, and the Terai plain. This diverse Topography of Nepal makes it an ultimate destination for trekkers making\u00a0trekking in Nepal<\/a>\u00a0as an outstanding destination for every hiker. Every year, thousands of trekkers traverse Nepal to have the first-hand experience of the Great Himalayas and revel in its diverse and unique culture, ancient heritage, welcoming people, and warm hospitality.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Annapurna Base Camp Trek
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Also known as ABC Trek or Annapurna Sanctuary trek,\u00a0Annapurna Base Camp trek<\/a>\u00a0is the prominent trek in Nepal offering the lifetime experience to explore the local village, typical Nepali culture, Local people, and their traditional Himalayan lifestyle. You get the opportunity to see the panoramic view of mountains during the trek. Passing through remarkable landscapes and several charming Magar and Gurung villages, you get to experience the lush green Rhododendron, alpine, and bamboo forests to the trip\u2019s final destination, Annapurna Base Camp at the altitude of 4130m (13546 feet).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Outline Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu (Altitude: 1400 m)
\nDay 2: Drive to Pokhara (5-6 hrs) or \u00bd hr Flight to Pokhara
\nDay 3: Drive to Nayapul and hike to Ghandruk
\nDay 4: Ghandruk to Sinuwa (2170m)
\nDay 5: Sinuwa to Deurali or Himalaya \u00a0(3230m)
\nDay 6: Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp(ABC) (4,130m\/13,545ft) via Machapuchare Base Camp (MBC) (3700m\/12135ft)
\nDay 7: Explore the Hidden Valley
\nDay 8: Trek to Jhinu Dada (1760m\/5770 ft)
\nDay 9: Jhinu Dada to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara
\nDay 10: Return to Kathmandu
\nDay 11: Farewell day<\/div>\n
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Everest Base camp Trek
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Climbing Mt. Everest might not be possible for everyone. However, trekking to its base camp is still an epic adventure that is achievable for anyone with normal health and physique. The\u00a0Everest Base Camp\u00a0Trek<\/a>\u00a0is a challenging trek that provides some EPIC views of the highest peaks in the world, including\u00a0Mt. Everest<\/a>, Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Makalu, Mt. Cho Oyu and many more surrounding peaks. Moreover, you get to experience the unique traditions, cultures, lifestyles, and rituals of the Sherpa people firsthand while following the popular mountaineering routes.<\/p>\n

A world-class trekking route, offering adequate accommodation facilities with unique Sherpa hospitality.Although a challenging trek, the EBC trek gives you a satisfying and emotional experience upon reaching the end goal of EBC. Journey to Everest Base Camp is more than just a trek, that makes you want to come back again and again.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Outline Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
\nDay 2: Kathmandu to Lukla flight, Trek to Monjo.
\nDay 3: Monjo to Namche Bazaar
\nDay 4: Acclimatization day, Explore Khumjung Village.
\nDay 5: Namche Bazaar to \u00a0Tengboche.
\nDay 6: Tengboche to Dingboche.
\nDay 7: Dingboche to Lobuche
\nDay 8: Acclimatization day at Lobuche
\nDay 9: Lobuche to Gorakshep
\nDay 10: Gorakshep to Everest Base Camp
\nDay 11: Gorakshep to \u00a0Kalapthar and trek down to Pheriche
\nDay 12: Pheriche to Namche Bazaar
\nDay 13: Namche Bazaar to Lukla
\nDay 14: Lukla to Kathmandu (Flight)
\nDay 15: Departure Day<\/div>\n
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Manaslu Circuit Trek
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\nManaslu Circuit Trek<\/a>\u00a0is among the most popular Himalayan routes in Nepal for trekkers, that takes you to the base of the 8th highest mountain in the world, Mt. Manaslu (8,163m). A journey to Mt. Manaslu brings you to discover epic backdrops of nature and culture.\u00a0\u00a0Staying at the locally operated teahouse and homestays, one can eyewitness the delight of authenticity here. Following the Budhi Gandaki River, crossing green and lush valleys, passing through forest routes, and crossing a high pass are just a few things to experience in Manaslu Circuit Trek.\u00a0The Chortens, Monuments, and monasteries of the MCA (Manaslu Conservation Area) make MCT (Manaslu Circuit Trek) an ideal destination to explore the mountain cultures.\u00a0Indeed! The Manaslu Circuit Trekking is a journey filled with high altitudes, \u00a0nature, culture, and unforgettable memories!<\/div>\n
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Outline Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
\nDay 2: Kathmandu Sightseeing and Trek preparation
\nDay 3: Drive from Kathmandu to Sotikhola (710 meters ) 8 \u2013 9 hrs
\nDay 4: Trek from Soti Khola to Maccha Khola (900 meters): 5 \u2013 7 hrs
\nDay 5: Maccha Khola to Jagat (1410 meters): 6 \u2013 7 hrs
\nDay 6: Jagat to Deng (1,804 meters): 6 \u2013 7 hrs
\nDay 7: Deng to Namrung (2630 meters): 6 \u2013 7 hrs
\nDay 8: Namrung to Samagaon (3530 meters): 6-7 hrs
\nDay 9: Samagaon to Pungyen Gompa and Back to Samagaon: 6 \u2013 7 hrs exploration
\nDay 10: Samagaon to Samdo (3860 meters): 4 \u2013 5 hrs
\nDay 11: Samdo to Dharamsala (4460 meters): 4 \u2013 5 hrs
\nDay 12: Dharamsala via Larkya La (5160 meters) to Bhimthang (3720 meters): 8 \u2013 9 hrs
\nDay 13: Bimthang to Dharapani (3560 meters): 5 \u2013 6 hrs
\nDay 14: Drive from Dharapani to Kathmandu (1320m)
\nDay 15: Departure day<\/div>\n
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4. Ghorepani Poon-Hill Trek
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Ghorepani Poon-Hill Trek<\/a>\u00a0is amongst the most popular short treks in the Himalayas of Nepal ideal for all trekkers. As this is a short trek, the trek is the best option for the trekkers who have limited holiday timeframe but want to explore the Himalayas along with the wildlife, nature, local people, and culture of Nepal.
\nThe Viewpoint of Poonhill is the ultimate highlight of this trek from where you get to witness the remarkable sunrise followed by the magnificent view of full Annapurna range and Mt. Dhaulagiri. Considered as a moderate trek, this trek can be done by people from all walks of life regardless of their shapes or sizes, age, or gender. You don\u2019t require an athletic physique or be an experienced trekker to do this trek. Visit the famous Fewa Lake in Pokhara city, while witnessing the mirroring reflection of Mt. Machapuchre. The trek welcomes you with the quivering Rhododendrons and offers you to explore the rivers, vibrant forest, wildlife, gushing waterfalls, exhilarating landscapes, valleys, and the Mighty Himalayas.<\/div>\n
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Outline Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
\nDay 2: Kathmandu sightseeing
\nDay 3: Drive\/Flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara
\nDay 4: Drive to Nayapul – trek to Tikhedhunga
\nDay 5: Trek to Ghorepani
\nDay 6: Ghorepani to Tadapani
\nDay 7: Tadapani to Landruk
\nDay 8: Landruk to Dhampus
\nDay 9: Dhampus to Dhampus Phedi, drive to Pokhara
\nDay 10: Pokhara to Kathmandu<\/div>\n
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5. Langtang Valley trek
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Langtang Valley, being the nearest mountain range from Kathmandu, is an ideal destination that lies inside the Langtang National Park. Also named as the valley of glaciers, the\u00a0Langtang Valley Trek<\/a>\u00a0is one of the most sort-out treks in Nepal. Starting with eight hours long drive from that Kathmandu city to Syabrubesi, the trek takes you through the vibrant rhododendron forest, terrains, grassy fields, and remarkable landscapes, where you also get to see the grazing mountain yaks. Home to the hospitable Tamang people, Langtang is also rich by their culture and heritage that are similar to their northern neighbors in Tibet, full of monuments and Buddhist figures. Trekkers commonly get to see the Lungur monkey along their treks. The region is also home to some of the rarely found animals like red panda, snow leopard, musk deer, and Himalayan black beer, along with the biodiversity which is abounding and well-preserved. The beauty of this trek is ethereal that surely offers you a lifetime trekking experience.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Outline Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival Kathmandu
\nDay 2: Kathmandu sightseeing and preparation for the trip
\nDay 3: Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi
\nDay 4. Trek from Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel
\nDay 5: Lama Hotel to Langtang Village
\nDay 6: Langtang Village to Kyanging Gompa
\nDay 7: Kyanjin Gompa exploration day
\nDay 8: Kyanjing Gompa To Lama Hotel
\nDay 9: Lama Hotel to Syabrubesi
\nDay 10: Drive from Syabrubesi to Kathmandu
\nDay 11: Farewell Day<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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