Trekking in Nepal- Facts

Trekking in Nepal

Types of Trekking

There are mainly two types of trekking which can be done in Nepal.

a. Tea House Trekking
b. Fully organized camping trek.

Tea House Trekking :

Tea House trek can be done only the popular area such as Annapurna, Langtang, the route to Everest, Manaslu, Mustang, where overnight at the best available lodge arround the area. All the necessary trekking gear is carried by porters and the route is led by the professonal guide. We provide All the necessary high quality equipment like sleeping bags, water bottle during the trek. Three meals( breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) ,accommodation and staff insurance are included.

Fully organized Camping trek :

A fully organized trek is one, which is self sufficient , where we take along all the necessary food and camping equipment. In this trek, we are able to set our own pace and travel through places touched or untouched by mass tourism. There are professional Guides, Sherpas,cooks, Kitchen helpers, porters or Yaks to take care of all the technical and logistical aspects of the trip. Every day our staff will set the camp and oue well trained professional cooks prepares the delicious semi- western type meals. Our trekking guide acquaints you with the local culture and customs.

Trekking Grade

All our trips are graded from Easy to Strenous. Trip grading should be considered as a guide only; they are general indications considering relevant factors including length, conditions and altitude and are designed to give you an idea of the participation required on any given trip. Trips strenuous for some are quite easy for others. Pre-travel conditioning is very desirable as the more prepared you are, the more you will enjoy the trip.

Grade A (Easy Trek) :

This is a pleasant and easiest trek. You can walk at a relaxed pace rarely exceeding 6 hours an altitude from 1200 m. to 3000m. However, reasonable physical fitness and preparation is required.

Grade B (ModerateTrek):

You will walk 6 to 7 hours a day, reaching an altitude of 4000 meter and require good fitness level and pre trek training.

Grade C (Strenuous) :

It is comparatively harder trek. Some days are more strenuous walking up to 8 hours a day and reaching an altitude of 4000 meter to 5500 meter and having over 18 days of trek. A high level of Fitness is required.

Trekking Season

Trekking in Nepal can be undertaken throughout the year depending on the region.

There are 4 seasons

Autumn ( Sept- Nov) : The best season offering excellent weather and tantalizing mountain views.

Winter   ( Dec- Feb) :  The ideal season for trekking at lower altitude, generally below than 3300 metres.

Spring ( March – May) : The second best trekking season. The temperature is quite moderate, the rhododendrons are in blossom and the mountain views are excellent.

Summer (June- August ) : This is the favorite season to trek in the rain shadow areas like Mustang, Upper Manang and Dolpo. This season is also recommended for forest researchers and botanist. 

Warning: raincoats and insect repellents are strictly necessary in this period.