Nepal
The country at the top of the world
With the spectacular Himalayas running down its eastern side, it’s no surprise Nepal is known as the roof of the world. Getting out into these vast panoramas with their immense snowy peaks, flower-strewn meadows and sparkling lakes — while also making time to relax at chilled out Pokhara — is reason enough to visit. But there's far more to Nepal than just mountains and trekking.
Down on the hot lush plains of the Terai, you'll find a brace of magical national parks where rare beasts like one-horned rhino and tiger roam and the trees twitch with birdlife. Your chances of seeing rhino are surprisingly high if you visit in the spring. Then there are the cultural jewels, a scattering of ancient cities stuffed with serene temples, cobbled alleys and hidden squares. In parts of Bhaktapur, Patan and the vibrant capital Kathmandu, it feels like life hasn't changed in generations.
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Annapurna & Poon Hill sunrise
A customisable trek to the Annapurna Sanctuary and Poon Hill
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Manaslu Circuit
A wilder, quieter and more remote trek to see Himalayan giants
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Kagbeni
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Dolpo region
A vast and little known swathe of western Nepal... -
Lo Manthang
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Upper Mustang
Shrouded in mystery and completely closed to outsiders until 1992, walking here is as much a cultural experience as a mountain one... -
Langtang Valley
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Annapurna region
Home to the Annapurna Circuit, the classic walk of Nepal and one that for many years was hyped as quite simply the single best trek on the planet... -
Everest Base Camp
A trek to Everest base camp is as much a pilgrimage as a straightforward trek, but there’s much more to the region than ‘just’ Mt Everest... -
Kathmandu
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Pokhara
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Jomsom
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Machha Khola
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Phakding
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Gokyo Lakes
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Tengboche Monastery
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Kala Patthar
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Cho La Pass
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Namche Bazaar
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Makalu
Isolated villages, forests hung in mosses and orchids, high yak pastures and, finally, the rock and ice wastes around Makalu base camp for some of the most inspiring mountain vistas in Nepal... -
Chitwan National Park
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Dharapani
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Larkya La Pass
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Manaslu region
The worlds eighth-highest mountain, surrounded by steamy lowland valleys and fields of rice slowly giving way to ice coated passes haunted by snow leopards and who knows what else... -
Poon Hill
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Machhapuchhare Base Camp
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Thasang
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Tatopani
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Galeshwor
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Chisapani
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Gul Bhanjyang
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Magingoth
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Tharepati
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Surche Phedi
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Lauribina
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Thulo Syabru
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Lama Hotel
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Kanchenjunga
Kanchenjunga is the third highest mountain on Earth and the hike to the base camp of this daunting peak is one of the most exciting treks in... -
Langtang region
Visible from central Kathmandu, Langtang has some of the most accessible trekking in Nepal – if it weren’t for the traffic you could almost walk from your guesthouse straight to the mountains... -
Kyanjin Gompa
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Lobuche
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Far West region
A landscape of deep, dank forests, sparkling sheets of water, lonely mountains crushed in ice and snow, narrow canyons and ancient villages... -
Dingboche
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Syabru Besi
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Pheriche
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Monjo
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Ghorepani
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Lukla
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Chhomrong
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Sinuwa Hill
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Deurali
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Dovan
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Annapurna Sanctuary
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Soti Khola
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Philim
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Machhapucchare Base Camp
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Samdo
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Namrung
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Lho
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Deng
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Phortse
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Ghilin
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Samar
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Larkya Glacier
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Chhusang
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Tange
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Yara
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About this guide
So it’s not surprising that Nepal has become one of the world’s preeminent trekking centres, welcoming just shy of one million visitors per year – the vast majority of whom come to enjoy hiking or trekking in one form or another.
And although the routes around Everest and Annapurna steal most of the limelight, the entire country is a trekker’s paradise. Indeed, for many visitors, some of the lesser-known regions are far preferable. They tend to be quieter, more remote, and relatively unvisited by outsiders – all of which promises a more meaningful connection with local people, a deeper understanding of their communities, and a far greater appreciation of the majestic landscapes and scenery.
But despite the country's popularity, Nepal can feel like a daunting prospect to all but the most experienced of hikers. There’s the altitude, the distances, the ongoing earthquake recovery, and, above all, the sheer number of trekking routes to choose between.
That’s where this guide steps in. Here you’ll find an introduction to the major trekking regions, the top routes in each area, and how a typical trip works. We offer guidance on choosing the right route for you, along with essential information on smart preparation, when to go, and how to plan your trip.
This is not intended as a comprehensive trekking guide. Once you’ve decided where and when you want to go, you’ll certainly need a detailed guidebook and, most likely, the support of a reliable trekking operator.
But start here for an accessible introduction to the adventures that await. And once you’re there, give us a wave from the roof of the world. Happy trekking!
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Stuart Butler, David Ways |
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Karam Filfilan |
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Trekking In Nepal
Nepal's best treks and hikes
The mighty Himalaya have occupied a special place in the imaginations of adventurers and intrepid travellers for generations. And nowhere more so than the nation of Nepal: land of the Sherpa and home of Mount Everest (plus eight of the world’s other 10 tallest peaks!) A country that embodies the allure and romance of these unimaginably vast mountains.
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