The mountainous country Nepal offers a wide range of trekking/hiking routes in various regions. The ranking is listed here are as per our trekkers’ rating, our guides, and crew members’ suggestions. We also collect data from individual travelers’ blogs. We outline as per available transport, accessibility, food, accommodation, communication, etc. Furthermore, trail, mountain views, and other natural factors help us to rate on our list.

1. Everest Base Camp Trekking

The Everest Base Camp Trekking is one of the most popular Trekking Routes. Having 30 minutes airstrip to Lukla from Kathmandu, the trail starts from there, Lukla. There are different Itineraries prepared by different Trekking Companies. It depends on routes and trekkers’ interest.

It is an extreme trekking route combines with culture and nature. The Sherpas, mountainous people of Nepal, have a rich culture. Along the trail, we will have opportunities to observe their culture, lifestyle, settlement, and livelihood. In the tourism market, they are well-known in escorting trekkers in climbing high mountains.

Similarly, in terms of nature, this route is a paradise on the earth.  No doubt, trekkers can view very high mountains to widen vista. Along the trail, the environment will be appeared, which was the least human-dominated on the earth.

Facts of Everest Base Camp Trekking

Maximum Elevation:         5600 meters, Kala Patthar
Trek Duration:        12 to 14 days, or more
Trek Category:        Moderate
Accommodation Type:     Teahouse
Best Season:            March-May and October-November
Trek Restrictions:   No
Trek Require Permits:       TIMS, Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit

Highlights

• Namche Bazar- a gateway to Mount Everest, the most significant Sherpa settlement.
• Tengboche monastery
• Khumbu Glacier
• Everest Base Camp 5600 meters, the ultimate destination
• Kala Patthar- the highest point of the trek, a significant viewpoint

2. Everest Gokyo Lake Trekking

The Gokyo Lake Trekking route is another most famous Trekking in Everest Region. Likewise, Everest Base Camp Trek, we will fly from Kathmandu to Lukla for 35 minutes airstrip. The trek begins at the Lukla airport. 

As being in the Everest region, Trekking Route provides the experience of Sherpa culture and enticing Mountain View of Gokyo Valley.  As per trekkers’ time availability, we can complete this trek in 12 to 14 days, including days from Kathmandu.

Facts of Gokyo Lake Trekking

Maximum Elevation:         5357 meters, Gokyo-Ri
Trek Duration:        12 to 14 days, or more
Trek Category:        Moderate
Accommodation Type:     Teahouse
Best Season:            March-May and October-November
Trek Restrictions:   No
Trek Require Permits:       TIMS, Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit

• Highlights
• Namche Bazar- a gateway to Mount Everest, the most significant Sherpa settlement.
• Ngozumpa Glacier
• Gokyo Lakes
• Enticing View from Gokyo-Ri viewpoint.

3.Annapurna Circuit Trekking

In our top ten trekking list in Nepal, the Annapurna Circuit Trek is one of the routes which we can’t avoid. This trekking trail will start from Beshisahar, 175 kilometers west of Kathmandu. Now, Jeeps and buses go further up to Bahundanda with a gravel road. This is a very famous, most demanding, and highly visited trekking route in Nepal. This trekking trail can be completed in 14 to 16 days, starting from Kathmandu.

Facts of Annapurna Circuit Trek Trekking

Maximum Elevation:         5416 meters, Thorong La Pass
Trek Duration:        14 to 16 days, or more
Trek Category:        Moderate
Accommodation Type:     Teahouse
Best Season:            March-May and October-November
Trek Restrictions:   No
Trek Require Permits:       TIMS, Annapurna National Park Entry Permit

Highlights

• Picturesque villages, river, gorges, and valleys
•  Old Buddhist monastery in Bhraga.
• Explore beautiful Manang villages
• Dhaulagiri I (7th), Manaslu (8th) and Annapurna I (10th)
• Crossing the Throng- La  Pass (5416m)
• The pilgrimage town of Muktinath.

4. Annapurna Base Camp Trekking

The Annapurna Base Camp Trekking Route is another contender on our list.  After doing an hour’s drive from Pokhara to Nayapul, the trekking starting point, the trekking begins from here.  

Annapurna Base Camp Trek comprises in the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP). The trail will follow through the most scenic viewpoint, Poonhill. Alongside the trail, we will have opportunities to observe hilly regions’ peoples’ Gurung, Magar, Kshetri, and Brahmin settlements. The enticing views of Annapurna, Dhawalagiring, and Manaslu mountain range will be another feed.

Facts of Annapurna Base Camp Trekking

Maximum Elevation:         4100 meters, Annapurna Base Camp

Trek Duration:        11 to 13 days, or more

Trek Category:        Moderate

Accommodation Type:     Teahouse

Best Season:            March-May and October-November

Trek Restrictions:   No

Trek Require Permits:       TIMS, Annapurna National Park Entry Permit

 

Highlights

• Poon Hill – a scenic viewpoint
• Annapurna Base Camp
• Mountain view of Annapurna Range and associated peaks
• Crossing Abundant villages, Ghandruk and Landruk of Gurung tribes

5. Manaslu Circuit Trekking

Manaslu Circuit Trekking Route is another famous route in our count down. Unlike other trekking regions such as Everest and Annapurna, it is a less busy route. It is, however, a beautiful and different gives experience. Comparing to Everest and Annapurna, it used to be an off the beaten track.

 The Mansalu Trekking Route locates in the Manaslu Conservation Area. In this Trekking route, we reach up to 5125m high altitude- Larkepass.  Comparing to other trekking routes listed above, Manaslu Circuit Trekking is a strenuous level trek.

After having drive 7 hours from Kathmandu to Sotikhola, the Trekking route starts from Sotikhola.

We made a day-to-day itinerary. Please, have a look at our itinerary. If you like to customize it, we would be more than glad to modify it.

Facts of Manaslu Trekking

Maximum Elevation: 5416 meters, Thorong La Pass

Trek Duration: 14 to 16 days, or more

Trek Category: Moderate

Accommodation Type: Teahouse

Best Season: March-May and October-November

Trek Restrictions: No

Trek Require Permits: TIMS, Manaslu National Park Entry Permit

Highlights

• Experiencing World Tallest Mountain Closely & Manaslu Glacier
• Exploration of the Mountain villages
• Exploring Budhi Gandaki River valley
• Experiencing a Mixed culture of Tibetan and Nepalese
• Hiking between Tibetan and Nepalese Boarder
• Crossing Larke-La pass over 5215 meters
• Tibetan culture of Nuri people

6. Langtang Valley Trekking

The Langtang Valley Trekking route comes across in the northern part of Kathmandu. Unlike other, relatively, it is closer than other days-long routes. Along the trail, we will find a great combination of culture and nature experience at the same time.

In terms of Natural experience, the trail offers an enticing view of pristine landscapes. The exhilarating mountain view of  Langtang Lirung, Langtang Ri, Dorje Lakpa, Langshisa Ri, and Langtang Himal make journey worth. Moreover, the widen valleys and vista become additional feed in the hiking. As our entire trail goes through the National Park, it becomes a heaven for wild lives. The vegetation of the national park provides shelter for various species of wild animals.

Regarding culture, the people around the route have unique, rich, and precious. They are influenced by Tibetan Buddhist culture and religion and preserving these practices. It is an excellent opportunity to observe their lifestyle, livelihood, housing closely.

Facts of Langtang Valley Trekking

Maximum Elevation: 5416 meters, Thorong La Pass

Trek Duration: 14 to 16 days, or more

Trek Category: Moderate

Accommodation Type: Teahouse

Best Season: March-May and October-November

Trek Restrictions: No

Trek Require Permits: TIMS, Annapurna National Park Entry Permit

Highlights

• Experiencing World Tallest Mountain Closely & Manaslu Glacier
• Exploration of the Mountain villages
• Exploring Budhi Gandaki River valley
• Experiencing a Mixed culture of Tibetan and Nepalese
• Hiking between Tibetan and Nepalese Boarder
• Crossing Larke-La pass over 5215 meters
• Tibetan culture of Nuri people

7. Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking is a relatively shorter trekking route than other Trekking routes listed on this list. It is an ideal trekking route for those who do not have weeks-long time and wan to trek in the mountain.

This trekking tour combines mountain view and cultural trek.  We start from Nayapul, after driving an hour from the beautiful city Pokhara. The highest point in Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking, we reach up to 3200 m.

During the trekking, we will pass through beautiful Gurung villages and enjoy the high mountains scene.

To complete this beautiful trek, we need 5 to 7 days. We prepared perfect day-to-day itineraries. If it does not match with your available time, then we would be more than glad to customize it.

Facts of Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek

Maximum Elevation:      3210 meters, Poon Hill viewpoint

Trek Duration:       5 to 7 days, or more

Trek Category:        Easy

Accommodation Type:     Teahouse

Best Season:            March-May and October-November

Trek Restrictions:   No

Trek Require Permits:       TIMS, Annapurna National Park Entry Permit

Highlights

• Panoramic Scenic view of mountains from Poon Hill
• Annapurna, Fishtail, and beautiful vista
• Gurung, Magar, and other tribal villages
• Gurung Museausm visit and taking Photo with their tradition costume

8. Mardi Himal Trekking

The newly introduced Mardi Himal Trekking is considered as the easy Trekking route.  It is a short, high altitude trail, located in the Annapurna Region, however, offers scenic views. Trekkers will pass through ridgeline trail with enticing views of several high mountains, Mt. Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, and Fishtail.

The exhilarating views of widening valleys, gorges, greenery, and snow-capped festooned mountain range bless our entire journey. On the other hand, we hike through tribal Gurungs villages and closely observe their culture and practices. Most of these tribes are masters in providing hospitable service to tourists.

Mardi Himal Trek blesses the trekkers with an overwhelming adventure. You will love the enticing views of the snow-capped peaks in the Annapurna Region. Walking across the chain of green hills, you will have the most beautiful memories.

Facts of Mardi Himal Trekking

Maximum Elevation: 3580 meters, High Camp

Trek Duration: 6 to 8 days, or more

Trek Category: easy

Accommodation Type: Teahouse

Best Season: March-May and October-November

Trek Restrictions: No

Trek Require Permits: TIMS, Annapurna National Park Entry Permit

Highlights

• Experiencing World Tallest Mountain Closely & Manaslu Glacier
• Exploration of the Mountain villages
• Exploring Budhi Gandaki River valley
• Experiencing a Mixed culture of Tibetan and Nepalese
• Hiking between Tibetan and Nepalese Boarder
• Crossing Larke-La pass over 5215 meters
• Tibetan culture of Nuri people

9. Upper Mustang Trekking

The upper Mustang Trek is a newer Trekking Route than other routes such as Everest, Annapurna, etc.  Still, it is considered as off-beaten area, restricted, that requires a special permit. However, the journey gives us different experiences than other mountain trekking which listed above.

The upper Mustang region comes across the then Kindom Lo-Manthang. It is known as ” The Last Forbidden Kindom.” After integration, long ago, with Nepal, the King of this nation used to get some kind of ceremonial status. The then King of Nepal used to a lot him that status. Now, after becoming republic Nepal, 2008, both royal families have no more royal status.

Likewise other trekking regions, the Upper Mustang does not offer high mountains, lush vegetation, etc. But it provides a complete mini Tibet experience in terms of language, culture, and practices. It is said that the real Tibetan culture has been preserved in Lo-Manthang.

Facts of Upper Mustang Trek

Maximum Elevation: 3820 m (Lo Manthang)

Trek Duration: 8 to10 days, or more

Trek Category: easy

Accommodation Type: Teahouse

Best Season: March-May and October-November

Trek Require Permits: TIMS, Annapurna National Park Entry Permit, special restricted zone permit. 

Highlights of  Upper Mustang Trek

• Observing the ancient Tibetan culture and lifestyle
• Exploration of  the kingdom and palace of King Lo or King of Mustang
• Magnificient  views of Mt.Annapurna, Mt.Dhaulagiri, and Mt.Nilgiri, etc
• Visit the Kali Gandaki Gorge: the deepest gorge/canyon of the world
• Explore the oldest monastery in the world, Lo-Gekhar Monastery.

10. Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trekking

The Kanchanungha Base Camp Trek is the farthest trekking rout in our top ten contenders. Located in the eastern frontier between Inda and Nepal, the journey offers an extensive range experience of high mountains, local culture, and more. The mighty Kanchenjungha Mountain is the third highest mountain, 8586m, in the world.

The trek starts from Suketar, Tapalejung district. We can reach the trekking starting point by connecting flight from Birat Nagar or drive from Kathmandu. We prepare a day-to-day itinerary for Kanchenjungha Base Camp Trek. Hopefully, it matches with your available holiday time and requirement. If you would like to customize it, we would be more than glad to sort it out.

Facts of Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek

Maximum Elevation: 5143 m, Kanchenjunga Base Camp

Trek Duration:22 to 24 days, or more

Trek Category: strenuous 

Accommodation Type: Teahouse

Best Season: March-May and October-November

Trek Require Permits: TIMS, National Park Entry Permit, special restricted zone permit. 

Highlights of  Upper Mustang Trek

• Observing the ancient Tibetan culture and lifestyle
• Exploration of  the kingdom and palace of King Lo or King of Mustang
• Magnificient  views of Mt.Annapurna, Mt.Dhaulagiri, and Mt.Nilgiri, etc
• Visit the Kali Gandaki Gorge: the deepest gorge/canyon of the world
• Explore the oldest monastery in the world, Lo-Gekhar Monastery.