Treking
If you are convincingly fit, you are fit enough to trek in Nepal. While trekking in Nepal you will forget going back home. You will want to stay on in those trekking camps to enjoy the tranquility at the night, the cool and fresh breeze, and the fascinating mountains turning from silver to rich gold at the time of sunset. While trekking in Nepal every day you will wake up with the chirping call of birds and will enjoy a warm welcome smile of beautiful mountains. You will watch your camp lit up by thin rays of the rising sun in the morning.
Nepal has a large number of trekking routes for everyone to enjoy. However, it will be wise enough to pick up a proper trekking trail and time according to your interest. You might have a problem of choosing a right trail in Nepal; in such a case Adventure Snowman will always assist you in selecting a proper trekking route for you to enjoy.
When to trek..
You may visit Nepal at any time of a year for trekking. However, October through May is the best period for trekking. Though the summer time may not be at its best to offer you the enchanting views of the mountains, it definitely offers one of the periods for the special interest trek.
During the autumn, everyone rushes to the beautiful trekking trails in Nepal because of the tantalizing mountain views. Autumn season offers excellent views of high mountains, comfortable stay in the low mountains. Snowfall at higher elevation is common at this time of a year. It, however, may further induce you to the trekking trip.
Special interest trek is best during the spring season that starts in late February. The colorful forest of Rhododendron - the national flower of Nepal offers a memorable scene because it blooms at this time of a year. The nature will be mesmerizing you with the wild orchids and flowers, different species of birds on the trekking routes during this season.
| Trek Grade | altitude 900 meters - 2000 meters |
|---|---|
| Grade 1 | easy trekking, 2-4 hours walk/day Average physical condition altitude up to 4000 meters |
| Grade 2 | moderate, Higher elevation, Average active person altitude up to 4000 meters |
| Grade 3 | standard, Demanding,Some physical training altitude 5500 meters |
| Grade 4 | tough, Good physical condition, High passes, Remote alpine areas altitude up to 6600 meters |
| Grade 5 | challenging, Excellent physical condition, Special training required |
The trekking packages are inclusive of all trekking equipment such as tents, mattress sleeping bags, dining tents, first aid kit, toilet tent and other essential equipment with full board meals. You may bring the items of your personal preferences.
Treking Itenery
Everest Region:
| Trek Code # SNM 0200 | |
|---|---|
| EVEREST BASE CAMP TREK - 22 nights / 23 DAYS | |
| ( 3 nights - Kathmandu, 19 nights - trek camp ) | |
| The extraordinary trek to approach the Mount Everest starts from a typical Sherpa village. There are several challenging passes but it is complimented with beautiful forest, Tengboche monastery and a place Kala Patthar. Kala Patthar is regarded as the best place to talk to the mountains such as Mount Everest, Lhotse and Thamserku. Excursion to the school established by Sir Edmund Hillary and the nearby small settlement of Sherpa community is the main highlight of this trek. Sagarmatha National Park declared World Heritage Site by the UNESCO is yet another paradise to visit en-route. | |
| Day 01 | Arrive Kathmandu, receive and escort to hotel. |
| Day 02 | full day city tours. O/N at Kathmandu. |
| Day 03 | Drive Kathmandu / Jiri. Camp. |
| Day 04 | Trek Jiri / Bhandar. Camp. (Walking 8hrs approx.). |
| Day 05 | Trek Bhandar / Sete (2575m). Camp. (Walking 6hrs approx.) O/N at Camp. |
| Day 06 | Trek Sete / Junbesi (2675m). Camp. (Walking 6hrs approx.) |
| Day 07 | Trek Junbesi / Takshindo Monastery (2934m). Camp. (Walking 6hrs approx.) |
| Day 08 | Trek Takshindo / Khari Khola (2070m). Camp. (Walking 6hrs approx.). |
| Day 09 | Trek Khari Khola / Puiyan (2830m). Camp. (Walking 5hrs approx.) |
| Day 10 | Trek Puiyan / Phakding (2830m). Camp. (Walking 6hrs approx.). |
| Day 11 | Trek Phakding / Namche Bazaar (3444m). Camp. (Walking 5hrs approx.) |
| Day 12 | Trek Namche Bazaar / Thyangboche. Camp. (Walking 5hrs approx.) |
| Day 13 | Rest & acclimatization day. Camp. |
| Day 14 | Trek Thyangboche / Pheriche (4360m). Camp. (Walking 6hrs approx.) |
| Day 15 | Trek Pheriche / Lobuche. Camp. (Walking 5hrs approx.) |
| Day 16 | Trek Pheriche / Lobuche. Camp. (Walking 5hrs approx.) |
| Day 17 | Trek Kalapathar & same day to Lobuche. (Walking 7hrs approx.) |
| Day 18 | Trek Lobuche / Thyangboche. Camp. (Walking 6hrs approx.) |
| Day 19 | Trek Thyangboche / Khumjung. Camp. (Walking 5hrs approx.)td> |
| Day 20 | Trek Khumjung / Jorsalle. Camp. (Walking 5hrs approx.) |
| Day 21 | Trek Joralle / Lukla. Camp. (Walking 5hrs approx.) |
| Day 22 | Fly Lukla / Kathmandu. O/N Kathmandu. |
| Day 23 | Escort to the airport for the final departure . |
| Trek Code # SNM 0200 | |
|---|---|
| EVEREST BASE CAMP TREK - 22 nights / 23 DAYS | |
| ( 3 nights - Kathmandu, 19 nights - trek camp ) | |
| The extraordinary trek to approach the Mount Everest starts from a typical Sherpa village. There are several challenging passes but it is complimented with beautiful forest, Tengboche monastery and a place Kala Patthar. Kala Patthar is regarded as the best place to talk to the mountains such as Mount Everest, Lhotse and Thamserku. Excursion to the school established by Sir Edmund Hillary and the nearby small settlement of Sherpa community is the main highlight of this trek. Sagarmatha National Park declared World Heritage Site by the UNESCO is yet another paradise to visit en-route. |
Langtang Region
| Trek Code # SNM 0202 | |
|---|---|
| HELAMBU TREK 'THE SHERPA TRAIL' - 12 Nights / 13 Days | |
| ( 3 nights - Kathmandu, 9 nights - trek camp ) | |
| The short and delightful but yet interesting and rewarding trek on the northern part of Kathmandu. Inhabited by Sherpa community, Helambu is little different from the Solu region. The magnificent trekking trail of this region is never overcrowded though it is very popular amongst the trekking enthusiasts. magnificent views of the majestic mountains and hospitable warm welcoming smiles of the Sherpa people makes this trek more interesting. | |
| Day 01 | Arrive Kathmandu, receive and escort to hotel. |
| Day 02 | City tours. O/N Kathmandu. |
| Day 03 | Drive to Panchakalnchakal. Commence trek from Panchakal to Bahuney Pati. |
| Day 04 | Bahuney Pati to Palchowk Daura walk 7 hrs. camp at 1800m. |
| Day 05 | Palchowk to Sermathang walk 7 hrs. camp at 2630m. |
| Day 06 | Sermathang to Tarkeghyang walk 4 hrs. camp at 2425m. |
| Day 07 | Tarkeghyang to Gotkharka walk 7 hrs. camp 2575m. |
| Day 08 | Gotkharka to Kutumsang walk 7 hrs. camp at 2456m. |
| Day 09 | Kutumsang to Golbhanjyang Daura walk 7 hrs. camp at 2212m. |
| Day 10 | Golbhanjyang Daura to Chisopani Daura walk 7 hrs. camp at 1758m. |
| Day 11 | Chisopani Daura to Shivapuri walk 4 hrs. camp at 2715m. |
| Day 12 | Shivapuri to Budhanilakantha. Drive from Budhanilkantha to Kathmandu. |
| Day 13 | Escort to the airport for the final departure. |
| Trek Code # SNM 0203 | |
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| LANGTANG TREK - 15 nights / 16 Days | |
| ( 4 nights - Kathmandu, 11 nights - Trek camp ) | |
| Langtang region is one of the most attractive Himalayan destinations in terms of outstanding scenic beauty and easy accessibility from Kathmandu. Densely populated by the Sherpa community it offers the unmatched views of Langtang, Ganesh, Manaslu and Mount Kerung of Tibet. Most of the area of this region is designated as National Park, which is noted for its rich and wide species of birds and flowers and wild orchids. The trek starts from Dhunche with a beautiful view of Trishuli valley. Buddhists monasteries, glaciers, dense forest of Rhododendron are the common sights in this trail. The most important part of this trek is a visit to Gosaikunda - one of the most popular pilgrimage sites for the Hindus devotees. | |
| Day 01 | Arrive Kathmandu, receive and escort to the hotel. O/N Kathmandu. |
| Day 02 | City tours. O/N Kathmandu. |
| Day 03 | Drive to Dunche (1970m.). Camp. |
| Day 04 | Trek from Dunche to Syabru walk 6 hrs. camp at 2130m. |
| Day 05 | Syabru to Gomna walk 5 hrs. camp at 2804m. |
| Day 06 | Gomna to Kyangin Gompa walk 6 hrs. camp at 3800m. |
| Day 07 | Kyangin to Gompa walk 5 hrs. |
| Day 08 | Gomna to Syabru walk 5hrs. |
| Day 09 | Syabru to Sing Gompa walk 5 hrs. camp at 3254m. |
| Day 10 | Sing Gompa to Gosainkunda walk 6 hrs. camp at 4300m. |
| Day 11 | Gosaikunda to Thare Pati walk 6 hrs. camp at 3600m |
| Day 12 | Thare Pati to Bhanjyang walk 5 hrs. camp at 2130m. |
| Day 13 | Bhanjyang to Chisopani walk 5 hrs. camp at 2194m. |
| Day 14 | Chisopani to Sundarijal walk 5hrs. Drive to Kathmandu. O/N Kathmandu. |
| Day 15 | Rest in Kathmandu. O/N Kathmandu. |
| Day 16 | Escort to the airport for the final departure. |
| Trek Code # SNM 0204 | |
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| ANNAPURNA SANCTUARY TREK - 16 nights / 17 Days | |
| ( 4 Nights - Kathmandu, 2 nights - Pokhara, 10 Nights - trek camp ) | |
| This trek of north Pokhara offers one of the most magnificent close up vista of most beautiful mountains of the world. Passing through a typical Gurung village of Ghandruk and sub-tropical areas of Pokhara to the high glacial circle we finally emerge in the sanctuary. The abrupt variations in altitude found here is astonishing. In less than a week we move from the sub-tropical areas around Pokhara to the high Tundra and glaciers of the Sanctuary. From the Pokhara airstrip at 850m the summit of Macchapuchare (6997m) is less than 30 kms away, with no intervening ranges to spoil the view. In fact the view along the whole of the trek are superb. | |
| Day 01 | Arrive Kathmandu, receive and escort to the hotel. O/N Kathmandu. |
| Day 02 | City tours. O/N Kathmandu. |
| Day 03 | Transfer to Pokhara. City tour. O/N Pokhara. |
| Day 04 | Transfer to Naya pool Trek Naya pool to Ulleri. 6 hrs camp at 2073m. |
| Day 05 | Trek Ulleri / Gorepani. Walking 6 hrs. Camp at 2855m . |
| Day 06 | Trek Gorepani / Tadapani. Walking 6 hrs . Camp 2600m. |
| Day 07 | Trek Tadapani / Chomro Walking 5hrs Camp at1950m. |
| Day 08 | Trek Chomrong / Doban Walking 5hrs Camp2745m. |
| Day 09 | Trek Doban / Annapurna Sanctuary Walking 5hrs Camp at 3690m |
| Day 10 | Rest or short walk to Hinchuli Glacier (4267m). Camp at Annapurna Sanctuary. |
| Day 11 | Trek Sanctuary / Kuldi Ghar Walking 5hrs Camp at 2377m. |
| Day 12 | Trek Kuldi Ghar / Chomrong walking 6 hrs. Camp at 1770m. |
| Day 13 | Trek Chomrong / Ghandrung walking 6 hrs. Camp at 1951m |
| Day 14 | Trek Ghandrung /Nayapool walk 5 hrs. Drive to Pokhara. O/N Pokhara |
| Day 15 | Transfer Kathmandu. O/N Kathmandu. |
| Day 16 | Free day in Kathmandu. O/N Kathmandu.td> |
| Day 17 | Escort to the airport for the final departure. |
| Trek Code # SNM 0206 | |
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| ANNAPURNA CIRCUIT - 24 nights/25 days | |
| ( 3 nights - Kathmandu, 2 nights - Pokhara, 9 nights - trek camp ) | |
| Mustang, once inaccessible and forbidden lands is now opened for a limited number of trekkers. Being behind the rain-barrier of the Himalayan range, mustang is similar to the adjoining Tibetan Plateau. Mustang receives scanty rain leaving its land very arid. It is located north of the main Himalayan chain between the snow capped mountain on the east and west bordering Tibet and Himalaya range to the north not higher than 4600 m. |
| Trek Code # SNM 0208 | |
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| POON HILL/GHOREPANI TREK - 10 Nights / 11 Days | |
| ( 3 nights - Kathmandu, 2 nights - Pokhara, 5 nights - trek camp ) | |
| One of the most popular treks in the central Nepal starts from Naya Pul, pokhara. After 30 minutes leisurely walk comes a small settlement called Birenthati. Burungdi river flows nearby. Swimming in the Burundi river and walking along the trail with many water falls makes the trek very enjoyable. you can have nice view of annapurna south while passing through the dense and beautiful forest of Rhododendron. After an over night camp at Ghorepani, early morning excursion to Pun Hill offers you the best sunrise view on the snowy peaks. You can see the beautiful mountains while walking through the thick forest will lead us to Bahunthanti and gradually to Ghandruk, the largest Gurung village. m | |
| Day 01 | Arrive Kathmandu, receive and escort to the hotel. O/N Kathmandu. |
| Day 02 | City tours. O/N Kathmandu. |
| Day 03 | Transfer to Pokhara. City tour. O/N Pokhara. |
| Day 04 | Drive to Nayapul. Commence trek from Nayapul to Tirkedhunga. O/N camp. |
| Day 05 | Tirke Dhunga to Ghore Pani - walk 7 hrs. camp at 2855m. |
| Day 06 | Leisurely walk up to Poon Hill for the sunrise over the mountains. Walk back to Ghorepani. O/N Ghore Pani. |
| Day 07 | Ghore Pani to Tadapani - walk 5 hrs. camp at 2600m. |
| Day 08 | Tadapani to Ghandruk - walk 4 hrs. camp at 1951 m. |
| Day 09 | Ghandrung to Naya pool - walk 5 hrs. Drive to Pokhara O/N Pokhara. |
| Day 10 | Transfer to Kathmandu. O/N Kathmandu. |
| Day 11 | Escort to the airport for the final departure. |
| Trek Code # SNM 0209 | |
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| KANCHANJUNGHA TREK - 27 Nights / 28 Days | |
| ( 4 nights - Kathmandu, 23 nights - trek camp ) | |
| Kanchanjunga, the third highest peaks of the world is the least visited peaks of all. This beautiful mountain lies on the Nepal - Sikkim border. The Kanchanjunga trek leads to Mahabharat range offering an extraordinary views of both Mount Everest and Mount Kanchanjunga massifs divided by the deep Arun valley - a beautiful settlement of Rai and Limbu families. Rhododendron and pine forest and glaciers are common and magnificent sights on the trail. Yak grazing on the pastures below the glaciers is very impressive scene to cage into the camera. | |
| Day 01 | Arrive Kathmandu, receive and escort to the hotel. O/N Kathmandu. |
| Day 02 | City tours. O/N Kathmandu. |
| Day 03 | Transfer to Biratnagar. O/N hotel in Biratnagar. |
| Day 04 | Drive to Basantapur. Commence 22 days. |
| Day 25 | End trek at Taplejung. camp at Taplejung. |
| Day 26 | Fly back from Taplejung to Kathmandu. O/N Kathmandu. |
| Day 27 | Free day in Kathmandu. O/N Kathmandu. |
| Day 28 | Escort to the airport for the final departure. |
| Trek Code # SNM 0210 | |
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| MAKALU BASE CAMP TREK - 22 Nights / 23 Days | |
| ( 4 nights - Kathmandu, 18 nights - trek camp ) | |
| The only trek with great diversity with of latitude variation. It offers Nepal's most spectacular scenery. Starting from 200 m of the lowland Terai region up to an altitude of 4500 m, the Base Camp of Makalu itself. The magnificent close up views of Mount Everest to Mount Kanchanjunga and Makalu is very rewarding. This trek offers some of Nepal's most spectacular scenery. This is a trek of great contrast starting from the lowlands of the Terai fields just 200m. above sea level to climbing 4500m. to the base of Mt. Makalu. From the high points panoramic views of the Himalaya from Everest to Kanchenjunga to the east, Tibet and the huge south face of Makalu (8463m.) to the north reward the trekkers. |
| Mountaineering & Expedition Itinerary | |
|---|---|
| Mt. Everest (8848m.) Nepal Normal Route | |
| ( Best Season: Feb to Apr & Aug to Oct ) | |
| Day 01 | Arrive Kathmandu, receive & escort to hotel, O/N at Kathmandu. |
| Day 02 to 04 | City tour & official formalities, O/N at Kathmandu. |
| Day 05 | Fly Kathmandu to Lukla, start trek to Phakding, O/N at Camp. |
| Day 06 | Phakding to Namche, O/N at Camp. |
| Day 07 | Acclimatization in Khumjung, Visit to the Gompa & Kunde Hospital. O/N at Camp. |
| Day 08 | Khumjung, acclimatization, walk to Mong-la O/N at Camp. |
| Day 09 | Khumjung to Tengboche. O/N at Camp. |
| Day 10 | Tengboche to Periche. O/N at Camp. |
| Day 11 | Periche to Lobuche. O/N at Camp |
| Day 12 | Lobuche to Everest Base Camp. O/N at Camp. |
| Day 13-53 | Peak Expedition. |
| Day 54 | Everest Base Camp to Periche. O/N at Camp. |
| Day 55 | Periche to Khumjung. O/N at Camp. |
| Day 56 | Khumjung to Phakding. O/N at Camp. |
| Day 57 | Phakding to Lukla, O/N at Camp. |
| Day 54 | Everest Base Camp to Periche. O/N at Camp. |
| Day 58 | Fly Lukla to Kathmandu. O/N in hotel at Kathmandu. |
| Day 59 | Leisure in Kathmandu. O/N in hotel at Kathmandu. |
| Day 60 | Escort to the airport for the final departure. |
| Other major expedition peaks of Nepal | ||
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| Peaks | Height | Duration* |
| Mt.Lhoste | 8,501m | 57 Days |
| Mt.Makalu | 8,468 m | 61 Days |
| Mt. Cho Oyu | 8,210 m | 51 Days |
| Mt. Manaslu | 8,163 m | 50 Days |
| Mt. Nuptse | 7,855 m | 57 Days |
| Mt. Pumori | 7,161 m | 40 Days |
| Mt. Kanchanjunga | 8,586 m | 68 Days |
| Mt. Dhaulagiri | 8,167 m | 60 Days |
| Mt. Langtang Lirung | 7,234 m | 38 Days |
| Mt. Ama Dablam | 6,812 m | 35 Days |
| NOTE: * indicates total period spent in Kathmandu and the peak expedition. | ||