 Nowhere else in the Himalayas will you find the physical, cultural and religious diversity which exists in Nepal. From the ancient animistic Bon religion of the western mountains and the Tibetan Buddhist culture of the Sherpas of Everest to the rich Hindu tradition of heartland of the Kingdom, Nepal offers unique kaleidoscope of South Asian culture. Combined with the world’s most spectacular mountains and a truly warm and hospitable people, you have the ingredients for the experience of a life time.
The best way to experience Nepal’s unbeatable combination of natural beauty and cultural riches is to walk through them. The immense contrasts in altitudes and climates found here support an equally spectacular mix of life style, vegetation types and wildlife.
The country’s mountainous, hilly, and Terai regions offer some of the most spectacular trekking in the world. In fact the adventurous traveler will have difficulty in selecting from the numerous tour packages at his disposal. However, much depends on what the traveler has come to see and experience. Consult us, we will inform you on all details such as the climate, food and lodging facilities.
Treks vary from high altitude routes to simple ones within the Katmandu Valley. These treks will give you a chance to mix with the local people and get an insight into their livelihood and culture.
Where to trek ?
The most popular trekking destination in Nepal is the Annapurna region. Alpine meadows, bamboo forests, and a variety of trees make a day’s experience remarkable.
Three favorite treks, each a minimum of about one week (one-way), include the Manang region along the east side of the Annapurna range, the walk up the Kaligandaki gorge to Jomsom, and the Annapurna circuit which combines the first two areas by crossing a high-altitude pass. Thrrung-La (5,360 meters), and takes at least three weeks to complete.
Solukhumbu and Mt. Everest – the Khumbu, known commonly as the Everest region, is also known as the Everest region, is also known as the home of the Sherpa people and the mysterious Yeti. The complete trek starts at Jiri in the Solu region, and reaches Mt. Everest Base camp at an elevation of 5,450 meters. The roundtrip takes at least three weeks. The many ascents and descents have given this trek a rating of "strenuous". Along the way the way to the base camp, the combined ascents total more than 10,000 meters.
North of Kathmandu – The Langtang-Helambu - Gosainkunda region is easily accessible from Katmandu. Each area in itself is a good choice for those with limited time. In one week to ten days, one can visit any one of these areas. A three week trip could cover all three but would involve crossing high mountain passes. The Himalayan views overall are not quite as spectacular as in the Annapurna or Khumbu areas, but they remain unforgettably beautiful. In addition, the trails are less crowded and the people are friendly.
In all of these regions, food and lodging are available along the entire way, except at a few passes.
New Routes in the West – One recently opened area lies in the Shey – Phoksundo National Park. By fly to Dunai and walking for less than a week, one approaches the edge of the high Tibetan plateau as it dips down into Nepal. It is a stark and beautiful landscape, with people similar to the Tibetans or Sherpas. This trek is not as strenuous as Solu.
Rara Lake in Rara National Park, is another western Nepal trekking destination now being made available to the visitor. Only a few days of walking from the airstrip at Jumla brings one to the lake, a brilliant blue patch amidst green forests. There are not many people up in this region; it is a place of as yet unspoiled natural beauty.
Routes in the East – The Arun River and Makalu Base Camp route is one of the wilder treks in the country, and it is necessary to bring along one’s own tent and food. One treks up the Arun river close to the Tibetan border and then east toward the foot of Makalu. As one approaches Makalu, one definitely leaves civilization behind.
Another trek in the Far East brings one near to the foothills of Kanchenjunga. This is one of the few new treks, which Government has wisely limited to organized groups. The forests one passes through are pristine and will be able to stand only limited damage from visitors. This, too, is a trek beyond the villages. If you choose this trek, be sure to respect the natural environment, for this lovely area s easily damaged.
Cultural Treks – Many visitors, in their desire to see the snows and to take big stories home with them, miss one of the most fascinating features of Nepal – its people. Some treks in the mid hills and foothills of the Himalayas are exciting experiences in meeting other cultures. The treks from Tansen to Dhorpatan or from Gorkha to Trisuli takes one through intriguing villages where one can truly see the life of Nepal’s people.
You enjoy out of the way campsites far from the crowded rest house areas; all difficulties of cooking and carrying are taken care of; and our best experienced guides assure your safety and provide fascinating information about people, customs, history and geology.
PREPARATIONS:
You do not need to be a mountaineer with rippling muscles to enjoy trekking. If you are reasonably fit, have a spirit of adventure and are not afraid of walking, you qualify. We will take care of your all the details. On many popular trekking trails, you can also trek in what is known as "tea house style" – eating and staying in the many lodges and teahouses on the way instead of camping in tents.
EQUIPMENT:
We will provide equipment like sleeping bags, foam mattresses and tents. All you need to bring are your personal wear like walking boots and sandshoes, a water-and wind-proof jacket, woolen shirts, T-shirts, a thick pullover, shorts/skirts and trousers/track suit. Thermal underwear is necessary for high altitudes and cottons are best for lower and warmer altitudes. Also, do not forget water bottle, Swiss army knife, sewing kit, torch light with spare batteries, extra bootlaces, sun glasses, sun cream and personal medical supplies.
SEASONS:
Trekking is possible at any time of the year depending on where you are going. The most popular seasons are spring (February – May) and autumn (September – November). Winter is very cold above 4,000 m and high mountain passes may be snowbound but it is good for trekking at lower altitudes. During the monsoon season (June – August), you can trek in the rain shadow areas north of the Himalayas like Mustang, Upper Mustang and Dolpo. These places are out of reach of the rain clouds because of the high mountains and are unaffected by the monsoon.
PRECAUTIONS:
You trek to enjoy the scenery on the trail, not to get to any place in a hurry. The main precaution to be taken while trekking is not to go up too high too fast. The body should be given plenty of time to acclimatize. Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) refers to the effects of the thin air at high altitudes, which can be very dangerous and may even result in death. If you get initial symptoms like nausea, dizziness, swelling in the face and breathlessness, descend to a lower elevation immediately and seek medical help. Comprehensive travel insurance is advised to cover emergencies like helicopter rescue and medical treatment in case of accidents on the trail.
TREKKING PERMITS:
All visitors require a trekking permit to visit Nepal’s interior regions not connected by major roads. Two photographs are required with the applications. If you are trekking in more than one region, separate trekking permits are necessary for each region.
Trekking Permit Fees: The fee for trekking permit is as follows:
Kanchenjunga and Lower Dolpo – US$ 10/- per week for the first four weeks and US$ 20/- per week th
Manaslu - US$ 90/- per week for trekking during September – November and US$ 75/- per week during December – August
Humla (Simikot – Yari) - US$ 90/- for the first seven days and US$ 15/- per day thereafter
Annapurna, Everest, Langtang- (Recently Government has wave off the permit fees in this areas)
National Park Fees: You need to pay a park fee of Rs. 650/- to enter a National ark or Wildlife Reserve. The fee is payable at the park entrance. Trekking going to the Annapurna Region have to pay a fee of Ts. 1000/- (Rs. 100/- for SAARC Nationals). The toll is utilized for environment conservation and maintenance of the area.
EVEREST BASE CAMP TREK 15 days trip-Strenuous
A trek which takes you into the heart of the mountains and the culture of the Everest region to foot of the great peak itself. Commencing in Lukla (airstrip for Everest) you trek up to the Sherpa ‘capital’ of Namche Bazaar.
A day is spent here for acclimatization and just soaking up the atmosphere of this busting village before heading on up through Tengboche (visiting the great monastery), Pheriche, Lobuche village and finally to your highest camp at Gorak Shep. This is the jumping off point for the clime up to Kala Pattar (5545m) for spectacular views of Mt. Everest, and the walk in to Everest Base Camp.
This really is breathtaking mountain scenery and is well worth the effort of getting there. It is a relatively short trek, which will have you standing literally at the foot of the world’s greatest peak.
Itineraries
TREK ITINERARY: 001
Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu.
Day 02: In Kathmandu.
Day 03: Fly to Lukla and commence trek.
Day 12: Trek concludes
Day13: Fly to Kathmandu.
Day14: In Kathmandu
Day 15: Trip concludes.
LANGTANG TREK 15 Day trip- Moderate
Discover traditional villages and untouched forest on route towards the peaks of Langtang. This area, north of Katmandu, is one of the least trekked regions but one of the most rewarding. Two rest days are built into the program at Kyangin Gompa (3750m), for an excursion towards Lirung Glacier and Climbing the Lang Sisa Peak (a little over 4000m). Of particular interest is the contrast between the Hindu culture of the valley and the Buddhist lands to the north.
TREK ITINERARY 002
Day 01 : Arrive Katmandu
Day 02 : In Katmandu
Day 03 : Drive to Dhunche and commence trek
Day 13: Trek concludes in Dhumche
Day 14 : Return to Katmandu
Day 15 : Trip concludes
CLASSIC TREKS
The following treks are quite simply what the name suggests-classics. They offer ages-old walking trails which are will-defined and easily followed the most beautiful scenery in Himalayas and access to the world’s highest and most spectacular mountains. They are quite strenuous walks and for that reason the trails are not crowded but they offer some of the best these mountains have to offer. They were the first areas to be explored and trekked and their popularity is well deserved.
ANNAPURNA CIRCUIT 29 Day trip-strenuous
A classic Himalayan trek with all that trekking in Nepal has to offer-a high mountain pass, the world’s deepest valleys, the high and wild desert plateau of western Tibet, monasteries, pristine forests and people as diverse as Tibetan Buddhist lamas and Hindu villagers.
This great circuit of the Annapurnas begins at Begnas Tal and climbs through terraced hillsides and wooded ridges as you ascend the Marsyangdi Valley. As you walk, the peaks of Manaslu, Himalchuli and lamjung tower above – a taste of peaks to come! Forest gives way to high altitude meadows and windswept ridges as you enter the region of Manang-your first real slice of Tibetan culture and landscape.
The walking pace slows to allow for safe acclimatization and a rest day in the tiny village of Manang allows time to explore the great glacier of Gangapurna and to prepare for the crossing of famed Thorong La Pass (5395m). The rewards for your efforts in reaching the top are extraordinary – a view south across the entire Annapurna range, north onto the wild plateau of western Tibet and west across the forbidden land of Mustang.
A well-earned rest day at the small village of Muktinath on the western side of Thorong La allows time to recuperate and to explore the hallowed Vishnu temple of Jiwala Mayi before walking back to Pokhara down the spectacular Kali Gandakhi Valley – the deepest gorge on earth – with Annapurna 1 and Dhaulagiri soaring above.This trek is one of Himalaya’s best – a true classic.
ITINERARY 003
Day 01 : Arrive Katmandu
Day 02 : In Katmandu
Day 03 : Drive to Begnas Tal and commence trek
Day 26 : : Trek concludes
Day 27 : Return to Katmandu
Day 28 : In Katmandu
Day 29 : Trip concludes
BEST OF EVEREST 28 day trip- Strenuous
The lush Sherpa villages of the lower Everest region, the famed monasteries of Tengboche and Pangboche, the spectacular high altitude lakes of Gokyo and unparalleled views of Everest itself – this trek offers it all. You commence trekking in Phaphlu, main village of the Solu region of eastern Nepal which is predominantly Sherpas in culture.
The trek up through picture-postcard valleys and across high ridges towards the main Himalayan range is one of Nepal’s best. You will have a rest day in Namche Bazaar, a substantial village on the old caravan route from Tibet to India, before climbing towards the north through the tiny hamlet of Thami (where Tenzing Norgay spent his childhood) and up to the stunning and make the trip in to Everest Base Camp high on massive Khumbu Glacier. Then you gear back down through Tengboche and Namche to retrace your steps to Lukla and the flight back to Katmandu.
This is a challenging and most rewarding trek, which offers the Himalayas at its very best.
ITINERARY 004
Day 01: Arrive Katmandu
Day 02: In Katmandu
Day 03: Fly to Phaphlu and commence trek
Day 25: Trek concludes
Day 26: Fly to Katmandu
Day 27: Kathmandu
Day 28: Trip concludes
JOURNEY TO MUSTANG 21 Day trip-Moderate
Few regions of the great Himalayas remain unraveled. The ancient kingdom of Mustang in western Nepal is one of them. Only a handful of foreigners have crossed the high passes to the valley of Tholung wherein lies the palace of Lo-Manthang, the seat of the king of Mustang, who is still in residence.
From Katmandu you drive to Pokhara, Nepal’s second largest town set on the shores of Lake Fewa Tal. You spend a day here relaxing before taking the flight up the great Kali Gandakhi Valley to Jomsom where the trek begins. You ascend the ridge to north of the Annapurna range rising behind you.
The trail continues to climb onto this southern edge of the Tibetan Plateau towards Mustang. There are several pass crossings (the highest being the Nyi La at 3990m) all of which offer astounding views south to the Annapurnas and north to Tibet, before you make the final climb to a ridge at 3850 meters.
From here you look down into the Tholung Valley to walled city of Lo-Manthang. Three days here enables you to explore this remarkable medieval city with its monasteries and palace, or to ride ponies north to the border with Tibet. With luck you may meet the King-a memorable character from another world. You then trek back to Jomsom via Pokhara. This is an exceptional trip.
ITINERARY 005
Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu
Day 02: In Kathmandu
Day 03: Drive to Pokhara
Day 04: In Pokhara
Day 05: Fly to Jomsom and Commence trek
Day 18: Trek concludes
Day 19: Fly to Kathmandu via Pokhara
Day 20: In Kathmandu
Day 21: Trip concludes | 
