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 Nepal Trekking
Nepal is truly a hiker's paradise. Due to its unique geographic location the country encapsulates diverse topographical characteristics and an equally unique ecological system. Nepal is basically a mountainous country with high Himalayas in the north and numerous pristine rivers zigzagging through ravines toward the south, it really offers a perfect ambience for a hiker. Because Nepal is essentially an agricultural country as opposed to industrialized, the air, water and the territories are still in pristine conditions. What better way to unwind and explore the natural world than with a hike through lush green hills which is not only adventurous but invigorating as well. One does not have to be a serious hiking enthusiast to trek. An average person can enjoy hiking just as much irrespective of what age-group you belong to. All you need is a desire to trek and a willingness to enjoy.
Treks can last anywhere from just a day to several days at a stretch. It is entirely at your discretion as to how many days you would like to hike. Generally, there are two ways that you can trek: |
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Types of Trek
 Tea House Trekking
In this trek, after the day's hike, the hikers stay the night at a guest-house or a lodge and therefore have access to most modern amenities. They have a comfortable bed to sleep on, a full menu to choose from, and a furnace to warm up during cold nights. They also have ample opportunity to socialize with other trekkers putting up at the guest-house. These trek routes are very popular and therefore they might not necessarily offer you a total respite from human civilization in peak seasons if that is what you want. These treks are relatively easier and cheaper, and incredibly fun too. These type of treks are operated mainly in and around tourist regions like Annapurna, Everest and Langtang.
 Camping Trekking
As the name suggests, in this kind of trek the trekkers camp for the night by setting up tents. A support team which includes guides, porters and cooks accompany the trekkers. The support team is responsible for logistics and carrying of the personal effects of the trekkers and other goods (fuel, food, trekking gears etc) while the trekkers carry only light-weight things that they need. These type of treks are operated mainly in "non-tourist" areas where the flow of tourists/trekkers are relatively thin and therefore they offer a complete isolation from the modern world. Camping treks are operated mainly in these areas: Kanchanjunga, Rara Lake, Lower Dolpa, Jugal Himal, Ganesh Himal, Dhaulagiri, Makalu, Rolwaling. However, if the trekkers so wish, this type of trek can be conducted in "tourist" regions too.
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Trekking Season
The best seasons to trek in Nepal Himalayas are the Spring (Mid Feb to, May) and Autumn (Mid September to mid December). However, trekking is possible during other times of the year too but some areas are more favorable than others during a certain season. For instance, a trek in sto Tibet is ideal during monsoon, and Mustang and Dolpa are barely affected by this season. |
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We recommend that you bring the following items:
hiking boots, rucksack, water bottle, binoculars, camera, sun screen, sun glasses, gloves, socks (woolen and light cotton), woolen hat, sun hat, rain-coat, shorts, t-shirts, jackets, sandals, sleeping bag, towel, personal toiletries, flash light, Swiss army knife, first aid kit, medicine prescribed by your doctor, insect repellent, sewing kit etc. |
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