Recommended Treks in Nepal by Days

Wedged between India and China, Nepal is a paradise for mountain climbers, adventure seekers, and trekkers. There is no dearth of mountain paths, old temples, and adventure activities like kayaking, river rafting, bungee jumping, etc.

The view of the mighty Himalayas from a high rise balcony, while sipping the hot evening tea is an experience that every traveler craves for. The golden rays lighting up the white snowy slopes of Himalayas is a view that cannot be erased from your mind.

So if you are lovers of nature and want to trek amidst beautiful mountains and capture some of the best views Mother Nature has to offers, then Nepal is the destination for you. Nepal has treks for beginners and most ardent trekkers, so worry not; there is something for everybody here. Here are some of the most popular trekking packages in Nepal. Here are some popular Nepal trekking tours.

3 Days Short Trek in Nepal

Short treks round 3 days are one of the popular treks in Nepal, since it is not a tough long journey for ordinary tourists, the trek within 3 days is a good choice for all travelers, especially for families with the kids and the older. Kathmandu valley and Pokhara valley are the most popular destinations for 3-day short treks in Nepal.

1) 3 Days Kathmandu Valley Trek

Kathmandu Valley, also known as Nepal Valley, is the most popular travel area in Nepal. There are not only many world heritage sites for classic sightseeing tours, but also some popular trekking trails for those who want to get close to the Nature.

You will have one comfortable night at Nagarkot in the classic 3 day Kathmandu Valley Trek.

A classic 3 day Kathmandu Valley Trek generally takes you to the beautiful Chisapani and Nagarkot. Trekkers will first go on a 2 hour drive from Kathmandu to Sundarijal. The actual trek starts from Sundarijal. From Sundarijal, it is a 6 hour uphill trek to Chisapani.

On the second day, you will be trekking from Chisapani to Nagarkot. After a comfortable night stay at Nagarkot, you will end your trek in Changunarayan. It is a downhill trek and you will get to Kathmandu by car. The accommodation to trekkers is comfortable compared to many other regions in this valley.

2) 3 Days Pokhara Trek in Nepal

Pokhara is a beautiful valley that leads to even more beautiful hills and clearings in every direction. Since Pokhara is the entry point for Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Himalayan Ranges here are a lot of short treks surrounding Pokhara valley. Poon Hill trek is one of the most popular treks in this area.

There are a lot of short treks surrounding Pokhara valley.

A 3-day Poon Hill trek usually begins by driving from Pokhara to Ulleri. From Ulleri you will trek to Ghorepani and from there to Tadapani. From Tadapani, it is a short trek to Gandruk where you will see breathtaking views of Annapurna South, Fishtail, and many more mountains. You will be staying overnight at Ghorepani and Tadapani.

5 Days Classic Trek in Nepal

Most of the trekking routes in Nepal are versatile, i.e. you can go for long, elaborated treks and short 5 –day treks in the same route. Trekking and travel agencies will be able to arrange according to your needs. Here are some of the popular 5- day treks in Nepal.

1) 5 Days Annapurna Base Camp Trek

The Annapurna Base Camp circuit is one of the most popular treks in Nepal and a must do trek in the lists of every mountaineer. The diverse terrain, culture, flora, fauna, and the insanely beautiful views of some of the highest peaks in the world are some of the charms of this trek.

Annapurna Base Camp trek is inadvisable for beginners who have no experience with high altitude treks.

Among all the trekking routes in Annapurna regions, there is a short trek to the ABC. The beautiful and moderately challenging 5-day ABC trek in Annapurna starts at Siwai and ends in Pokhara.

You will be trekking via Chomrong and Himalaya to get to ABC. The overnight stay at the base camp with the wonderful views of high peaks all around is the highlight of this trek. After a day at the base camp you will get back to Siwai and then head toward Pokhara by car. Enjoy and experience the majestic appeal of Annapurna ranges in this trek.

2) 5 Days Everest View Trek

The Everest Mountain Area is another popular trekking destination in Nepal, even among the world. As the world’s highest mountain, the Everest is the target for many adventures. But it is not only for the professional mountain climbers and trekkers. For normal travelers, there are also several easy trekking routes to go.

A 5-day Everest view trek in Nepal is for those who are not able to experience the Everest Base Camp Trek due to reasons like budget, time, and experience in trekking or mountaineering. This trek is fairly easy, short, and suitable for all age groups.

Everest view trek is popular among those beginners and inexperienced trekkers.

First part of the trek is getting to Lukla. From Lukla you will trek to Phakding. After a good night rest in Phakding, you will set out to the beautiful Namche Bazaar. In the course of this part of the trek, you will be trekking across beautiful canyon of Dudh Kosi which involves walking across gorgeous hanging bridges. To get a glimpse of the Everest, you will be trekking to Everest View Hotel. The last two days will be spent trekking back to Lukla.

The highlight of this trek would be the short and beautiful flight to Lukla and the several hanging bridges. This trek will leave you yearning to experience the base camp trek.

7 Days Classic Trek in Nepal

People who have some experience in trekking tend to choose 7- day trekking in Nepal. This is suitable for those who don’t want extremely short treks or extreme treks like two-week long treks. This is for those looking for the middle ground. Annapurna Base Camp trek is a popular trek with many wonderful views.

1) 7 Days Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) Trek in Nepal

Annapurna region has lots of trekking routes and ABC is just one of them. This is the 10^th highest mountain in the world and has many peaks towering higher than 7,000m. There are various routes for the Base Camp trek and below mentioned is one of the commonly used routes.

ABC is just one of trekking routes among Annapurna regionis and is NOT advisable for beginners.

The 7-day Annapurna Base Camp trek is a moderately difficult trek and it is NOT advisable for beginners who have no experience with high altitude treks. In this extended trek you will be going from Pokhara and through valleys and villages like Lower Gandruk, Komrong, Chomrung, Dovan, and Machapuchare Base Camp.

Every day you will be trekking for an average of 5-6 hours. There are plenty of rest stops and tea houses on the way, and the overnight accommodations are comfortable enough.

The main highlight of this trek is witnessing the beautiful sight of golden first rays of sun over the beautiful Annapurna ranges. Standing at the edge of the Annapurna Base Camp and getting lost in the views of mountains surrounding all around will be an unforgettable experience.

2) 7 Days Langtang Trek in Nepal

Langtang is another trekking destination that offers 7-day treks in Nepal. The one-week trek in Langtang is moderately easy and is suitable for people of all age groups. The average elevation during this trek does not exceed 4,500m.

During the course of this trek you can see some spectacular views of mountains like Langtang 2, Ganesh Himal, Tserko Ri, Kyanjin Ri, and Langtang Lirang. The trek starts from Syabrubesi which is a 6 hour ride from Kathmandu.

It is a circular trekking route, so it ends at Syabrubesi. The route involves trekking through the Tamang and Tibetan village. You can see the beautiful views of Ganesh Himal from the village.

Trek in Langtang is moderately easy and suitable for people of all age groups.

This is the perfect trekking destination to go as a family, as it is suitable even for children. This trekking trail also has a diversely rich flora and fauna. You will be trekking through pine trees, oak trees, etc. If you are lucky you can spot animals like Red Panda and Himalayan Black Bear. Since the average altitude is low, trekkers are not prone to altitude sickness in this trekking route.

3) 7 Days Everest Trek in Nepal

A 7-day Everest view trek is another easy and popular trek among beginners and inexperienced trekkers. If Everest Base Camp is hard for you and you only have a limited time and budget, then Everest view Trek is the best option to get a view of the mighty Mt Everest.

The maximum elevation point in this trek is only 3, 870m, where the Tengboche Monastery is located. In the course of this trek you will be many small and quaint and beautiful Sherpa villages. You can also learn and experience the Sherpa culture during this trek.

One of the highlights of this trek part form views of some of the highest peaks in the world is the Tengboche Monastery. You can see the most stunning views of Mt Everest, Mt Lhotse, Mt Nuptse, Mt Kusum Kanguru etc. This 7- day trek is easy on the feet and a feast for your eyes and soul. Staying in the local home stays and evenings spent at local tea houses overlooking the beautiful mountains is an experience that you will not forget.

Over 10 Days Trekking in Nepal

Most of the trekking routes in Nepal can be customized according to your needs especially when it comes to number of days and the difficulty level you prefer. Skilled and experienced mountaineers often opt for itineraries that go beyond 10 days.

All of the trekking destinations mentioned above, the famous Mount Everest, the epic Annapurna Circuit, and the beautiful Langtang Valley are suitable for trekking tours over 10 days.Please feel free to contact us. Our professional travel consultant will help you arrange your trekking tours in Nepal.