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Ruby Valley Camping Trek

18 Days

US$2960

Ruby Valley Camping Trek

5.0 (1 Review)

Ganesh Himal Base Camp ( 4,500 M )

The Ruby Valley Camping Trek is one of the most unique adventures in the heart of the Ganesh Himal region. It offers a completely different trekking experience from the commercialized trekking destinations in Nepal. The trek takes you through pristine landscapes of the Langtang National Park and remote valleys where Tibetan-Nepali culture thrives. Moreover, camping in the raw wilderness and falling asleep under the Himalayan sky is truly a one-of-a-kind trekking experience.

The trek starts from Syabru Bensi and follows a winding trail through lush green forests, alpine meadows, rivers, deep gorges, and waterfalls. In spring, the lower Ruby Valley Camping Trek trail comes alive with blooming rhododendron forests. Similarly, you will traverse glacial landscapes while observing the diverse flora and fauna of the region. You will also cross the mountain passes of Pangsang La Pass (3,842 M) and Mangne Pass (2,936 M). It takes you to the Ruby Valley, named after the abundant rubies and other precious stones found in the region. The name also has a symbolic connection to Ganesh Himal, the elephant-headed God of Good Fortune.

Throughout the trek, you will come across several viewpoints from which you can observe spectacular snow-capped mountain views, glaciers, and unique Himalayan landscapes. The viewpoints of this region speak to your eye to the north of the famous Himalayan range. It is known as Mount Ganesh Himal and its family peaks. The mountain is clearly visible from Kathmandu Valley. But the Ganesh I (7,429 M), Ganesh II (7,118 M), Ganesh III (7,043 M), and Ganesh IV (7,038 M) stand out like a crystal, forming the skyline of the Great Himalayan Chain. This great Himalayan massif lies between the popular trekking regions of Manaslu on the west and Langtang on the east. You can also see Mount Manaslu (8,163 M), the eighth-highest mountain in the world.

The Ruby Valley Camping Trek route takes you away from the crowds of the teahouse trail. You will traverse massive rock formations, glaciers, and crystal-clear streams that feel like you are traveling in a different world. Those who want a raw Himalayan adventure that goes beyond conventional trekking, the Ruby Valley Camping Trek is a perfect destination. The trek combines both high-altitude exploration and cultural immersion, untouched by mass tourism. Whether you are a seasoned trekker or a first-timer, the trek is an unforgettable and extraordinary experience!

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Ruby Valley Two Passes Trek

12 Days

US$770

Ruby Valley Two Passes Trek

5.0 (1 Review)

Pangsang La Pass (3,842 M)

The Ruby Valley Two Passes Trek is a quiet trekking route in the rural hills of Dhading and Rasuwa, on the southern side of Ganesh Himal. The trail connects Syabrubesi and Gatlang in the Langtang Tamang Heritage area with Somdang, Pangsang La, Chalish, Lapa, Khading, and Baseri, and then ends in the lower Dhading road area before returning to Kathmandu.

The two passes here refer to Pangsang La Pass above Somdang and the Magne Pass / Magne Goth area between Khading and the Baseri ridge. If you like quiet trails, local homes instead of busy lodges, and close views of Ganesh Himal, Langtang, Manaslu, and the central Himalaya, this is the route we usually recommend from our own guiding experience.

Throughout the Ruby Valley Two Passes Trek, you will find authentic culture. You will walk through villages where Tamang, Gurung, Ghale, and Dalit families live. Here, life still revolves around terraced farming, animal husbandry, and old traditions that mix Buddhism with local beliefs. Further, the trail is less traveled and not crowded. While the trek begins near Kathmandu, you quickly leave the crowds behind. So most days, you share the trail with locals, mules, and children walking to school instead of long lines of trekkers.

The landscape also changes, from jeep tracks and stone steps near Gatlang to forest paths, mule trails, and sometimes rough or landslide areas in the deeper Ruby Valley, so this trek is best for people who are comfortable walking on uneven ground. The most exciting part of the Ruby Valley Two Passes Trek is the homestay experience. Instead of big lodge settlements, you stay in Ruby Valley homestays in villages like Gatlang, Tipling, Chalish, and Lapa.

You eat what the family eats, which is fresh vegetables, local grains, milk, and ghee from their own animals. In the evening, you can sit near the kitchen fire, talk with the family, learn a few Nepali or Tamang words, and watch how they cook dal bhat. Sometimes you can also see village music, festivals, or farm work, depending on the season. And because of this close connection with local life, many trekkers choose Ruby Valley Trek instead of the more popular Langtang or Manaslu routes, as the experience feels more personal and less commercial.

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Ruby Valley Trek

9 Days

US$555

Ruby Valley Trek

5.0 (7 Reviews)

3,842 m (Pangsang La Pass)

Ruby Valley Trek is a unique trek in Nepal for travelers, mainly because it is a less touristy region. It lies in the north-central countryside region of Nepal, the Ruby Valley, surrounded by the more famous Langtang National Park in the east and the Manaslu Conservation Area in the west. It is also called the Ganesh Himal region, as you trek along the foothills of the spiritual Ganesh Himal range, including the majestic Ganesh I (7,422 m), Ganesh II (7,118 m), and Ganesh IV (7,104 m).

There are several routes for the Ruby Valley Trek, but the most scenic and popular trail is the one that leads through the villages of Somdang and Tipling. You’ll first take a drive to Syabrubesi, the gateway to the Langtang Region. Then, you’ll walk through dense pine forests, and you’ll have chances to spot species of plants and wildlife of the Langtang National Park. The highest point of the trek is the Pangsang La Pass (3,842 m), which offers views of Ganesh Himal along with Langtang and Manaslu ranges. You might also see distant views of the Annapurna range on clear days.

You’ll stay among the Tamang and Gurung communities in their homestays, where you can also enjoy local dishes and learn about their authentic local culture and lifestyle. You can witness and join a cultural Fishing program, hike to the natural hot springs, and many other local activities with local inhabitants. It only takes 9 days, so if you have time, you can continue to the Manaslu Trek or the Langtang Valley Trek after crossing Pangsang La Pass.

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View Detail: Rolwaling Tashi Lapcha Trek
Rolwaling Tashi Lapcha Trek

16 Days

US$2485

Rolwaling Tashi Lapcha Trek

5,750m

Rolwaling Tashi Lapcha Trek is stunning in mid- Eastern Region of Himalayan Nepal.  Rolwaling Trekking is walking through Gauri Shankar Conservation Area as well as Sagarmatha National Park after crossing the Tashi Lapcha pass 5,755M. There are famous mountains Mt. Gauri Shankar 7,153M, Dorje Lakpa, and Sherpa villages.

With local culture and living style of villagers, such as Rolwaling Glacier and beautiful Tso Rolpa Lake 4,550M. Summiting Tashi Lapcha passes 5,750M then we can see Mt. Everest Region with Mt. Everest and many other peaks in the Khumbu region.

Rolwaling Valley Trek starts from Kathmandu to Singita Bazar 950M, 6-7 hours by drive then we trek to Na Village 4280M then visit Tso Rolpa Lake 4,550M then trek through Rolwaling Tashi Lapcha pass trekking 5,755M toward Namche Bazar Everest region if you have time we can go to Everest Base Camp 5,310M too if not trek descending to Lukla fly out to Kathmandu.

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19 Days Guerrilla Trek

19 Days

19 Days Guerrilla Trek

3,700m

A fascinating adventure through the heart of the post-conflict area is provided by Guerrilla Trek. The journey is known as Guerrilla Trek because it includes Maoist-used paths from the 2006-to-2006 Nepalese Civil War. Anybody interested in learning about the style of life the Maoist cadres lead in the difficult terrain can go on an adventurous journey along the Guerrilla trail. Routes for 19 days Guerrilla Trek traverse through the beautiful areas of Myagdi, Rukum, and Rolpa.

This sparsely populated region was the focal point of Nepal’s ten-year conflict (1996 to 2006). numerous revolutionaries’ native countries. This historical period saw the establishment of an autonomous administration in Banphikot, Rukum.

Similarly, To reach the communities of the Thakali, Tibetan, Chhetri, Brahmin, and Magar ethnic groups. The hike passes through verdant woods of fir, pine, birch, juniper, oak, and hemlock. The journey over the ancient routes taken by Maoist leaders brings to light the challenges of those who live in the challenging environment. The trekkers will undoubtedly have an exciting time on Guerrilla Trek.

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The path passes via Jaljala Pass (3,107m) Rolpa, which offers breathtaking views of other Mountains like Saipal (7,031m), Api (7,132m), Annapurna (8,091m), and Dhaulagiri Himal Range (8,167m). Trekkers can view the routes, hideouts, and shelters utilized by guerrillas during the interstate struggle by investigating the guerilla trails (1996-2006).

The neighborhood has been quite quiet lately, as the name suggests. Guerrilla Trek also showcases distinctive cultures that differ in various sites along the route.

Similarly, to reach the communities of the Thakali, Tibetan, Chhetri, Brahmin, and Magar ethnic groups. The hike passes through verdant woods of fir, pine, birch, juniper, oak, and hemlock. Another name could cross your mind when exploring this alien region. The 19 days of Guerrilla Trek include the Shangri La Trek.

The well-traveled areas may start to lose their allure in favor of more unusual excursions in Nepal’s uncharted highlands. It’s a country famous for its friendliness.

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View Detail: Guerrilla Trek – 14 Days
Guerrilla Trek – 14 Days

14 Days

Guerrilla Trek – 14 Days

2,870m

Guerrilla Trek, which is new, lies on various natural resources and biodiversity. Plus there is wildlife Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve -which covers 1,325 km square in the Eastern Rukum, Myagdi, and Baglung Districts of western Nepal’s Dhaulagiri Himal.), as well as breathtaking waterfalls, rivers, and caves.

Beautiful lakes may be seen throughout this walk. Additionally, the majestic, towering Himalayas to the north are also visible. You may also stop at a lot of locations along the journey.

That is significant in the recent history of incredible calm and beauty. They are open, ready, and eager to welcome visitors. The Guerrilla Trek route provides a wonderful trek through Dhorpatan, Nepal’s sole hunting reserve.  And it passes through the breathtaking, sparsely populated districts of Myagdi, Rukum, and Rolpa.

At this time, Rukum served as the home of the region’s independent government. The country has a blessing of a variety of natural resources and biodiversity. As well as the majestic, towering Himalayas to the north and the fauna of the Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve, mesmerizing waterfalls, rivers, caves, and lovely lakes. Being one of the lucky first to trek there will transport you to a timeless place.

After which the more well-traveled areas may start to lose their allure in favor of more unusual journeys across Nepal’s uncharted highlands, a country known for its legendary friendliness. Treks can last anywhere from two to four weeks.

The Magar hill tribe, which inhabits a region of exceptional serenity, beauty, and kindness, is open, ready, and eager to welcome visitors. The Guerrilla Trek journey is famous as Shangrila Trek because the paths here are for the special visitor looking for an encounter that is genuinely indigenous to Nepal in terms of both natural beauty and cultural depth.

For the adventurous tourist looking for an adventure, there is the guerrilla Trek path. This was established many years ago in famous places in Nepal. You make it a pleasure to visit, as do all admirers of Nepal. So spend 14 days on a guerrilla trek in eastern Nepal, where there are fewer tourists.

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View Detail: Rolwaling Trek
Rolwaling Trek

15 Days

US$1200

Rolwaling Trek

4,183m

Rolwaling Trek has fewer tourists and scenic Sherpa villages along the trekking trail. You can observe a superb mountain view of Dorje Lakpa, and Gauri Shanker. And many local cultures of the people. This trek has really beautiful Tso Rolpa Lake 4,550m and Rolpa Glacier. We can do this trek camping and a normal tea house trek but the choice is clients. This trek is taking entirely the Gauri Shanker Conservation Area of the mid-eastern region of Nepal.

The Rolwaling Trek route takes Kathmandu to Singati Bazar by driving then we should hike because there is no driving road to Khare, Jagat, Simigaoun, Daldung la, Bedding, and Na village, then the next day we can day hike to Tso Rolpa Lake 4,550m then back to Na. After Na village trek descending from Rolwaling valley to Kathmandu or Tashi Lapcha Pass.

Few visitors and beautiful Sherpa communities may be found on the Rolwaling Trek. Gauri Shanker and Dorje Lakpa could be visible in a breathtaking mountain view. And several local human civilizations. On this trek, the Tso Rolpa Lake and Rolpa Glacier are particularly beautiful.

Visitors can select between a traditional tea house stroll and camping during this journey. The whole Gauri Shanker Conservation Area in Nepal’s middle east is used for this journey Moreover, beyond the Tamakosi, to the northwest, the Labuche Himal portion rises. The Rolwaling Valley borders Rolwaling Himal on the south and has several tiny sherpa settlements, including Tasi Nam, Simigau, and Bedding. Tasi Nam is the area’s major town.

The magnificent woods and vistas are some of the greatest in Nepal, despite this area being less traveled and having less developed services. In the Rolwaling Valley, Eric Shipman famously photographed yeti footprints in 1951.

The Teshi Lapcha La Pass (5,700M) separates the Rowaling and Khumbu regions. We first drove to our trek’s starting point before setting out on foot and ascending a sequence of three peaks: Yalung Ri (5,630M), Ramdung (5,930M), and Parchamo (6,273M).

Rowaling and Khumbu valleys are famous as two of the most breathtaking places in the world for hiking. This journey stops at both and includes a notable Himalayan mountain on the route between them. The route was among the towering peaks, calving glaciers, and dazzling lakes. We will see wonderful specimens of Tamang and Sherpa culture.

Similarly, This wonderful Rolwaling Valley Trek in Nepal’s Gaurishankar Conservation Area (GCA) is a moderately challenging teahouse trek tucked between Khumbu (Mt. Everest) and Langtang National Park. The Great Himalaya Trail includes it. There is no driving road in those locations.

The Rolwaling Trek route entails driving from Kathmandu to Singati Bazar and then trekking to the villages of Khare, Jagat, Simigaoun, Daldung la, Bedding, and Na. The next day, we may walk to Tso Rolpa Lake 4,550m and then return to Na. Hike from the Rolwaling Valley to Na settlement or the Tashi Lapcha Pass.

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20 Days

US$1606

Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek

5.0 (3 Reviews)

5,143m

The Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek is a least trekked area located on the eastern border of Nepal. The trails of this trek lead you to Mt. Kanchenjunga (8,586 m), the third-highest peak in the world. Although it was opened to trekkers in 1988, it remains underrated to this day. The two primary reasons might be its remoteness and its being a restricted trekking area. There are two base camps in the region, the North and South base camps. The Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek covers both treks simultaneously, circling the area. The rugged trail, remoteness, and opportunities for camping make this trek an ideal destination for adventure seekers.

For the Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek, most groups fly to Badrapur from Kathmandu and then drive to Taplejung. The trekking start point is Taplejung, and the ending point is Khebang. Two separate routes head northeastward from Taplejung, one to the north base camp and the other to the south base camp. These routes can be combined into a circuit, making the Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek.

Initially, you will head towards the North Base Camp and return to cross the Sele La Pass (4,290 m) and reach the South Base Camp. You will return via the Tortong route to get to Khebung before driving to Bhadrapur. The Kanchenjunga Trek is one of the less crowded treks, making it suitable for those seeking solitude while trekking. Read along to know more about the Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek.

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Tsum Valley Trek

12 Days

US$1035

Tsum Valley Trek

3,700m

Tsum Valley Trek provides incredibly distant and traditional trekking. There is no authority to kill animals since the region has been designated a non-violent conservation area. Tsum Valley in Nepal is a must-see, with strong, amiable, and welcoming people who practice Buddhism.

Also, according to Buddhism’s ban on hunting. It is forbidden to interact with wildlife. Tsum is a translation of the Tibetan word “Tsombo.”

We can also agree that this amazing location has preserved its own culture. The Tsum Valley is a valley located between 2,000 and 3,500 meters above sea level. It is in the Gorkha region of western Nepal (6,600 to 11,500 ft).

The Manaslu Conservation Area Permit, founded in 1998, has control over the valley. There are 33 communities in the valley, and there are 529 homes and 1,810 people overall.

The Tsum Valley Trek passes through the vast and uncharted area of the “Tsumbas.” It is mostly inhabited by the Gurung ethnic group.

It ascends to the Budi Gandaki River and Manaslu route. The Tsum Valley Trek region has a lengthy Buddhist heritage. Because is popular that, Milarepa, a Buddhist sage. He meditated in a cave amid the Tsum mountains.

Therefore, among the various festivals celebrated in the area are Lhosar, Dhacyhang, Saka Dawa, and Fanning. Also, it has a lot of monasteries, stupas, chortens, and Mani (Prayer) walls. The longest is nearly 250 meters long. From the Philim, do the 1905-meter hike to Lhokpa on the right. The Tsum Valley Trek difficulty guide will help you prepare well for the journey.

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From 1,905 meters at Lhokpa to more than 5,093 meters at Ngula Dhojhyang crossing on the Tibetan border. The height of the Tsum Valley trip varies. High passes, Yamcho Pass (5,326m) to the north and Ngula Dhoj Hyang (5,093m) to the west encircle the Valley.

On the Tibetan border, Thapla Bhanjyang is the highest peak at 5104 meters. Mu Gompa, which is 3700 meters away, is the last site to spend the night. The Baudha Himal is 6672 meters and Himalchuli is 7893 meters, both in the west. The Ganesh Himal ranges in the south, and the Sringi Himal 7161 meters, both in the north, encircles the valley.

 

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View Detail: Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek
Australian Female Group Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek

19 Days

US$1275

Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek

5.0 (12 Reviews)

5,160m

Looking for a peaceful trekking experience in Nepal that also hits you with a dopamine rush? Then the Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek is one of the best options you’ll get. It’s a newly emerging trekking route along the Great Himalayan Trail that combines the Manaslu Circuit with the Tsum Valley Trek, taking you to the remote Beyul Kyimolung, also known as the “Hidden Valley of Happiness”. You’ll get to meet and greet with a very unique Tibetan tribe here. They are called the Tsumbas.

This trek is a wonderful alternative to the Annapurna Circuit trek, as the Manaslu region is filled with tall snow-capped mountains. So, you get attractive views of Mount Manaslu (8,163 m), Himalchuli (7,893 m), Ngadi Chuli (Peak 29) (7,871 m), Shringi Himal (7,161 m), Himlung Himal (7,126 m), Ganesh Himal II (7,118 m), and Simnang Himal (6,251 m), and more. However, it requires special permits to enter, as you’ll trek through the Manaslu and Annapurna Conservation Areas, and the restricted Tsum Valley and Manaslu Circuit.

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View Detail: Lower Manaslu Trek
Lower Manaslu Trek

12 Days

US$650

Lower Manaslu Trek

3220m

Lower Manaslu Trek route is one of the nice less touristy routes in the Manaslu region.  But this route covered historical, religious, ecological, cultural importance, and view of mountains. It has every potential feature as one of the favored tourist destinations of Nepal. However, due to a new trekking route, the number of tourists is very low in this region.

Besides the Manaslu circuit trek, the Lower Manaslu route offers moderate trekking, historical tours, pilgrimage tours, agro-tourism, a community lodge, and a homestay system. Lower Manaslu area local people are very friendly and have good hospitality to the visitor. During the time period of the 17th century, King Prithvi Narayan Shah ruled in Gorkha. The founder of the `Shah Dynasty’ which ran Nepal for 240 years, unified Nepal into one kingdom.

Lower Manaslu Trek begins from Piplechhap near the famous Manakamana Temple. Through Gorkha Bazaar, Sirandanda, Barpak, Laprak, Nambai Kharka, and Dharchye Danda before concluding at Gyampesal. Accommodation is mostly in homestay or camping as normal lodging is available on this trekking route.

Dharchye Danda is one of the major viewpoints from where admiring the panoramic view of the Himalayan and some summits: Langtang, Ganesh Himal, Buddha Himal, Himalchuli, Manaslu, Annapurna, and others.

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View Detail: Ultimate Manaslu Trek
Ultimate Manaslu Trek

31 Days

US$2360

Ultimate Manaslu Trek

5,306m

Tsum Valley, Larkye Pass, and Nar Phu Valley are just a few of the extensive trekking routes that make up the Ultimate Manaslu Trek. Due to the restricted locations, these three pieces require specific licenses. You may avoid the crowds and forget about the classic Annapurna Pathways on the Manaslu Circle Trek in Nepal.

This hike gives some of the greatest vistas of the Annapurna region. A secret and adventurous journey in Nepal is the Ultimate Manaslu Trek. We are searching for hikers who have a lengthy vacation. The wonderful thing about the great Himalayan trail route is that it gives hikers a range of adventure experiences, which is what makes Nepal so special.

Discover the most magnificent flora and animals, snow-capped mountains, and high glacier lakes. Many Nepalese cultural landmarks, such as traditional Tamang and Sherpa towns, lie along the route.

The Ultimate Manaslu Trek is specifically designed for those on extended vacations who enjoy the greater adventure. The dilemma is that Ultimate Manaslu Trek doesn’t finish where it begins again. In 31 days of trekking, we label it the Ultimate Manaslu Trekking. It passes via Tsum Valley, the Manaslu Circuit Trek, a less traveled section of the Nar Phu Valley Trek, and the Annapurna Hidden Valley.

The Manaslu Circuit trip is frequently compared to an uncrowded Annapurna. It lies in a location where travel is still difficult and was until the early 1990s off-limits to foreigners. It is a beautiful and less-used trail and is not nearly as high as the Annapurna circuit trek. From the subtropical Himalayan foothills to the dry Trans-Himalayan high meadows bordering Tibet, the Manaslu Region is.

We are a reputable trekking business in Nepal. For 23 years, Himalaya Guide Nepal Pvt. Ltd. has been in the Nepali travel and tourism sector. Our office staff comprises professionals, youthful, enthusiastic license-holding guides, and powerful porters from Nepal’s mountainous interior.

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Nepal Tours and Treks for International Travelers

Most people contact us not knowing what Nepal actually offers. They say Everest. Then we ask how many days, and they say one week, and then the conversation changes completely.

Nepal has 8 of the world’s 14 highest peaks inside its borders. It also has jungle with rhinos and tigers in the south, seven UNESCO sites in Kathmandu Valley alone, and a lake city where the Annapurna range sits directly across the water. One country. Very different landscapes depending on where you go inside it.

Pricing also surprises people. A 3-day Kathmandu heritage tour is $150. The Annapurna Base Camp trek, 13 days with guide porter and all permits, is $670. A one-day Everest helicopter tour is $1,400. A 15-day tour covering heritage, mountains, and jungle is $1,475. Visa for 30 days costs $50 at Kathmandu airport on arrival, no pre-application needed for most countries.

Guide, porter, all permits, accommodation, airport transfers are included in every package. All paperwork handled before you arrive. Our people are also in Germany, Australia, USA, New Zealand, Spain, so someone near your time zone can answer before you book. WhatsApp +977 9851193013.

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No trekking days in these. Good for short stays, families, older travelers, or anyone who wants to see Nepal without walking trails.

1. Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour – 1 Day | From $1,400

For the Everes Base Camp Helicopter Tour you leave Kathmandu early, probably 6 or 7 in the morning depending on flight slot. The flight to Kalapatthar takes about 45 minutes. First section below you is green terraced hills, then somewhere past Salleri the ground becomes rocky and you start seeing glacier. Kalapatthar itself sits at 5,545 metres. For reference, Mont Blanc in the Alps is 4,808 metres. You are higher than that when you land.

Everest summit is directly above from Kalapatthar. The view from there is actually better than from Base Camp itself because Base Camp is lower and surrounded by moraine. After landing you fly across to Syangboche at 3,962 metres, where Everest View Hotel serves breakfast. The entire Khumbu wall, Everest Lhotse Nuptse, is in the window while you eat. Back in Kathmandu by around 11.

Government rules do not allow helicopters to land at Base Camp environmental protection. So the landing is Kalapatthar or sometimes Pheriche if weather pushes it lower, both above 5,000 metres. Shared seat on group flight is $1,400. Private charter for five people runs $5,500 to $8,500 depending on month. October November March April May for clear conditions.

2. Kathmandu Valley Tour – 3 Days | From $150

The Kathmandu valley tour has seven separate UNESCO-listed sites. Not one area. Seven. Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, Swayambhunath, Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Patan Durbar Square, Changu Narayan, Changunarayan. Rome has one UNESCO zone. Paris has one. This valley has seven spread across maybe 30 kilometres.

Pashupatinath on the Bagmati River is a functioning Hindu temple complex, not a monument. Cremation happens there every morning on the ghats. Pilgrims from across South Asia come here. Boudhanath Stupa is 120 metres around the base and Tibetan Buddhist pilgrims circle it clockwise from before dawn, spinning prayer wheels as they walk. Bhaktapur is the one people usually remember longest. The old town is pedestrian, narrow streets, and the potters in Pottery Square are working the wheel the same way as when the palaces around them were built in the 14th century. Not performing for visitors. Working. Families live in those buildings.

Guide takes you through every site and explains meaning and history. Not just names and dates. Tour runs any time of year. Also works as opening or closing days before or after any trek.

3. Nepal Tour – 12 Days | From $970

Kathmandu is where most people start the Nepal Tour, three or four days for the old cities and temples. Then a short domestic flight to Pokhara. Pokhara feels nothing like Kathmandu. It is quieter and built around Phewa Lake. On a clear morning you can see Machapuchhre at 6,993 metres from the lakeside, and it looks much closer than it is, right across the water. Annapurna II, Annapurna III, Annapurna IV all visible from different parts of town depending on where you stand.

After Pokhara, south to Chitwan. The drive down from the hills takes a few hours and the temperature rises maybe 15 degrees by the time you reach the park. Flat land, subtropical, completely different feeling. Two nights in Chitwan for jungle safari. Then back to Kathmandu for the flight home.

Village stays with a Gurung family are inside the schedule, not optional. You eat the food they cook and see how the house works. October to November and March to May are best months because both mountain views in Pokhara and wildlife in Chitwan depend on dry clear conditions.

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Walking six to eight hours per day, sleeping teahouses, eating dal bhat most nights. Cold mornings above 3,500 metres. The thing trekkers most underestimate is altitude. Not the distance. The distance is manageable. The air at 4,500 metres has around 60 percent of the oxygen available at sea level and your body takes days to adjust.

Everest region, Annapurna region, Manaslu. Three different places. Very different from each other in terrain, crowd level, cost, difficulty.

4. Everest Base Camp Trek – 13 Days | From $1,125

The Everest Base Camp Trail starts at Lukla, 2,860 metres. The airport runway at Lukla runs uphill at 12 degrees and ends at a rock wall on one side and a drop on the other. Planes land uphill, take off downhill. After Lukla you follow the Dudh Kosi river north through Phakding, across suspension bridges, up steep to Namche Bazaar at 3,440 metres. Namche is a proper trading town. Saturday market, Tibetan traders coming down from the border, bakeries, gear shops, coffee. Rest day in Namche is built into most itineraries to help with acclimatization.

From Namche the trail goes to Tengboche Monastery at 3,867 metres. Morning prayer is 6am. Sit at the back and watch if you are there. Everest and Lhotse visible through the monastery windows on clear days. Past Tengboche to Dingboche at 4,410 metres is where altitude becomes the main issue. Day seven roughly. Some trekkers get persistent headache there that water and rest do not fix. That is early altitude sickness and our guides are watching for it. They slow the pace, sometimes add a rest day. The people who don’t reach Base Camp almost always pushed too fast before Dingboche.

Kala Patthar at 5,555 metres is the high point for views. Everest south face clear from there without other peaks in the way. Base Camp at 5,364 metres is two more hours from Gorakshep. No ropes, no climbing, no technical gear. Just many walking hours and acclimatization days. Teahouses simple, thin mattress, basic food. $1,125 includes guide, porter, permits, all teahouse accommodation. October to November, March to May.

5. Annapurna Base Camp Trek – 13 Days | From $670

Annapurna Sanctuary aka Annapurna Base Camp is at 4,130 metres. The reason it feels different from EBC is the shape of it. At EBC you approach the mountains and stop at the edge of a glacier. At Annapurna Sanctuary the peaks surround you on nearly every side. Annapurna I is 8,091 metres. Annapurna South 7,219. Machapuchhre 6,993, which is a restricted peak, no one has ever summited it officially. Hiunchuli 6,441. They form a near-complete ring. You are inside, not in front.

Trail to get there goes through Modi Khola gorge which gets narrow and steep before opening into the sanctuary. Lower sections have rhododendron and bamboo forest, Gurung villages. Altitude stays below 4,200 metres the whole trip, which is easier to manage than EBC. $670 covers guide, porter, Annapurna Conservation Area permit, all other permits, and all teahouse accommodation. Also on the way back, Jhinu Danda has natural hot springs right at the river. After ten days trekking you sit in 40-degree water with Annapurna South above the tree line. October to November, March to May.

6. Manaslu Circuit Trek – 14 Days | From $876

Manaslu is 8,163 metres, eighth highest peak in the world. The Manaslu circuit route goes around it through a restricted zone. Restricted means you need a special permit on top of standard permits, and Nepal issues limited numbers of this permit each season. In peak season the Everest trail through Namche has several hundred trekkers per day. Manaslu Circuit same season has maybe 40 to 60. Often less. We arrange the restricted area permit as part of the package.

The trail crosses Larkya La Pass at 5,160 metres. The crossing itself takes six to eight hours and above 5,000 metres the wind can get strong depending on the day. The Burhi Gandaki gorge sections below are deep enough that parts of the trail get maybe two to three hours of direct sunlight per day. Monasteries on ridges above the trail, mani walls with carved stones along the path. Two villages near the Tibetan border, Samagaon and Samdo, have architecture and language that is more Tibetan than Nepali. The route is geographically close to Tibet and the culture reflects that. Route closed in monsoon season. October to November and March to May.

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Longer or harder than standard routes. For people who have already done at least one major Himalayan trek.

7. Everest Base Camp Luxury Trek – 16 Days | From $3,265

The Everest base camp luxury trek is the same as standard EBC. Same path, same altitude, same acclimatization days, same views. The accommodation is completely different. Standard teahouses have foam mattresses maybe 5 centimetres thick, shared toilet blocks, and dining rooms that hold heat badly. Stone walls, windows that let cold in, sometimes you can see your breath at dinner. The luxury lodges at the same stops have private rooms with proper beds and duvets, hot showers that work, heated floors, and food cooked fresh. Not reheated. Charter flight takes you to Lukla directly from Kathmandu which means no 4am start for the Ramechhap shared flight. Dedicated guide and porter for all 16 days, not shared with other groups. October to November, March to May.

8. Island Peak Climbing – 13 Days | From $2,250

Island Peak Climbing is also called Imja Tse Climbing. It sits at 6,189 metres in the Khumbu region near EBC. Nepal Mountaineering Association classifies it as a trekking peak which simplifies the permit process compared to bigger mountains, but the actual climbing requires real technique. Crampons, fixed rope work, ice axe on the summit ridge. This is not hard mountaineering but it is not trekking either.

The package includes Everest region trekking through Namche, Tengboche, Dingboche, then Island Peak base camp at roughly 5,100 metres and a summit attempt. All technical gear provided, crampons harness ice axe. Certified climbing guides lead the summit day. Prior high altitude trekking experience needed before attempting this. Someone who has not been above 4,000 metres before will struggle above 6,000, sometimes seriously. The summit view faces directly toward Lhotse south face at 8,516 metres. March to May and October to November.

9. Annapurna Tilicho Lake Trek – 19 Days | From $1,285

Tilicho Lake is 4,919 metres. Depending on which geographical survey you trust it is either the highest or second highest lake in the world. Getting there requires a side trip off the main Annapurna Circuit, one full extra day up a moraine path and back. Most Circuit trekkers skip it because the route is already 17 or 18 days and one more hard day feels like too much. That is why the Tilicho trail sees far fewer people than the main route even in October.

After Tilicho the circuit goes to Thorong La Pass at 5,416 metres. Six to eight hours crossing, exposed above 5,200 metres in the early morning when it is coldest. Past the pass, descent to Muktinath Temple at 3,710 metres. Muktinath has 108 water spouts from a natural spring and pilgrims bathe under them. Both Hindu and Buddhist pilgrims come here. The site is over a thousand years old as an active pilgrimage place. Trek finishes at Poon Hill, 3,210 metres, sunrise view over Dhaulagiri 8,167 metres and Annapurna range, Machapuchhre, Nilgiri, all at once. 19 days, $1,285. October to November and March to May.

10. Chitwan Jungle Safari and Kathmandu Tour – 7 Days | From $425

Chitwan is at 200 metres elevation. Coming from Kathmandu at 1,400 metres the difference in air and temperature is noticeable as soon as you arrive. Subtropical, flat, UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1984. The one-horned rhinoceros population inside the park was under 100 animals in the 1960s. Government banned hunting, established the park boundary, brought in park rangers. Population is now above 700. That recovery took about 40 years.

Morning jeep safari finds rhinos in open grassland or at the Rapti River most mornings. Bengal tigers are harder because they stay in dense cover, but tracks show up on game drives regularly and sightings happen. Rapti River canoe in the afternoon, slow along the banks, marsh mugger crocodiles on the sand bars, fishing eagles above. The Kathmandu section covers main UNESCO heritage sites with a licensed guide. No altitude, no steep sections. October to February is best for wildlife because grass is cut short after monsoon and animals come to water in dry season.

How to Choose the Right Nepal Tour or Trek

Days, fitness, what you want to see. Those three. Someone new to altitude should not start with Manaslu. Someone with one week cannot do a 13-day trek.

Traveler Type Package Days Difficulty From
First trip to Nepal Kathmandu Valley Tour 3 Easy $150
Everest, one morning EBC Helicopter Tour 1 Easy $1,400
Wildlife, no altitude Chitwan and Kathmandu 7 Easy $425
First Himalayan trek Annapurna Base Camp Trek 13 Moderate $670
Classic mountain trail Everest Base Camp Trek 13 Challenging $1,125
Fewer people Manaslu Circuit Trek 14 Challenging $876
See all three regions Nepal Tour 15 Days 15 Easy $1,475
Comfort on EBC EBC Luxury Trek 16 Mod to Hard $3,265
Summit 6,000m peak Island Peak Climbing 13 Strenuous $2,250
Long high circuit Tilicho Lake Trek 19 Challenging $1,285

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Nepal Tour and Trek Costs for Foreign Travelers

$150 to $3,265. Wide range. The cost drivers are different for each package which is why the gap is that large. Kathmandu to Lukla domestic flight is around $150 to $200 per person each way and that is before one day of trekking starts. Restricted area permits like Manaslu add around $100 per person per week on top of standard permits. Better accommodation at each stop means $40 to $150 more per night compared to basic teahouse. Private charter to Lukla versus shared group flight is another large difference. And longer treks mean more guide and porter days at full daily rates.

Budget Duration What You Get From
Budget 1 to 5 days Day tours, safari, short activities $150
Mid-range 7 to 13 days Guided treks, cultural tours, safari $670
Premium 13 to 19 days EBC, Manaslu, Island Peak, long routes $1,285
Luxury 14 to 16 days Boutique lodges, charter flights, private guide $3,265

Every package from us includes licensed guide and porter, all accommodation, all permits, airport transfers, farewell dinner. Not included: international flights to Kathmandu, travel insurance, personal gear, guide and porter tips.

On insurance. Standard travel policies usually exclude helicopter evacuation from high altitude. You need one that specifically mentions high altitude rescue. Without that coverage, helicopter from 4,000 metres to Kathmandu hospital costs $3,000 to $6,000 out of pocket. We send recommended insurers to every client before they travel.

Best Time for Nepal Tours and Treks

October and November. Monsoon ends late September, sky clears fast. By mid-October trails are dry, mountain views are clear, and it is the best visibility of the year. Temperature at 3,500 metres is around 0 to 10 degrees Celsius in the day. Cold at night but manageable with the right gear. Peak season so teahouses on popular routes fill up and Manaslu permits sell out. Book 2 to 3 months ahead for October and November departures.

March to May also good. Warmer than autumn. Rhododendron blooms at 2,000 to 3,500 metres from late February through April, red and pink through the Annapurna and Langtang trail forests. High passes on Manaslu Circuit and Annapurna Circuit are usually clear of deep snow by mid-March. More daylight per day than autumn, which means more walking time before dark. Busier teahouses on Everest and Annapurna routes in spring.

December to February quiet, cheaper. Kathmandu tours run fine, Chitwan safari also good because dry season means animals near water. Annapurna Base Camp is possible with cold-weather sleeping bag and proper layers. Manaslu route closes completely in winter, teahouses shut, Larkya La Pass gets heavy snow.

June to September monsoon. Heavy rain daily, mountain views blocked most of the time, trails muddy, leeches on lower jungle sections. Do not come for mountain trekking in monsoon. Upper Mustang is the exception because it sits in a rain shadow north of Annapurna and stays relatively dry even June to August.

Nepal Visa and Entry

Visa on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport Kathmandu. More than 100 nationalities eligible. Indian passport holders no visa needed. Some nationalities must apply at Nepal Embassy before travelling, check immigration.gov.np to confirm before booking.

Duration Cost
15 days $30 USD
30 days $50 USD
90 days $125 USD

Two passport photos and USD cash at the counter. Card machine available but cash is faster. Visa counter queue at Kathmandu airport takes 15 to 30 minutes depending on how many flights landed at the same time.

TIMS card, Sagarmatha National Park permit, Annapurna Conservation Area permit, restricted area permits, all separate from the entry visa, all required for trekking. We arrange every one of these before you land. You go to no permit office.

About Himalaya Guide Nepal

Nepal Tourism Board registered. TAAN member. Nepal Mountaineering Association listed. Reviews on Tripadvisor and Viator.

Chandra Gurung leads our Kathmandu team. He has been guiding on these routes since before most of the teahouses on the Everest trail had solar panels, so before around 2008 or 2009. He knows which lodges have reliable heating in winter, where altitude hits hardest on each specific route, and which trail sections were rebuilt differently after the flooding in 2023. That information does not come from reading. It comes from walking the routes repeatedly over many years.

Team in Germany, Australia, USA, New Zealand, Spain also. Stephan Gille covers European clients from Berlin. Skip Moss handles USA. Menios Constantinou in Sydney for Australia and New Zealand. Cesar Bautista in Madrid. You write at 10pm on a Tuesday from Hamburg and Stephan sees it before he sleeps. Answer in your time zone, not Kathmandu morning.

Any package can be adjusted. Fewer days, different accommodation, private group, Chitwan added at end of a trek. No planning charge for this. WhatsApp +977 9851193013 any day.

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