Top 3 Thrilling Treks In Nepal

When you walk through the jam-packed streets of Thamel, Kathmandu you’ll be swarmed by signs promoting trekking tours, guided companies, and several stores selling new & used gear. And with good reason: the treks in Nepal, which wind through the globe’s tallest mountains, are unique in the world.

Listed below are some of the top treks in Nepal that you must want to explore.

Upper Mustang Trek:

The Upper Mustang Trek is a culturally & geo-politically sensitive region and was not open for trekking until 1992. The culture & landscape of the province is very similar to Tibet. Because of the isolation from the world, the region is able to maintain its centuries old culture & landscape. The sixteenth century Buddhist monasteries & the caves carved into sheer cliff walls in mustang draws numerous trekkers to the area. Mustang possesses a striking terrain of a semi-arid desert alongside deep ravines & rock shelves, fringed with snowy peaks. Concealed behind the grand Himalayan ranges, Mustang is a buried haven in Nepal. This trek is a must for those yearning to explore the fascinating landscape and the rich Tibetan culture.

Gokyo lake trek:

The radiant, pristine blue & green waters of the Gokyo Lakes are one of Nepal’s most exceptional sights. They feature the highest freshwater lake system in the globe, at about 5,000m. The Gokyo Lakes trek is perfect for people who wish to trek in the Everest province, but who want more variety of views & fewer nights spent at very high altitude.

Apart from trekking to the 6 glacial-fed Gokyo Lakes, trekkers can also include a climb to the top of Gokyo Ri, which is at the same altitude as Everest Base Camp. From the summit, you’ll enjoy exceptional views of Everest & other very high mountains and glaciers.

Langtang Valley Trek:

The Langtang Valley Trek is widely renowned for its diverse vegetation & cultured villages. The trek provides a great view point of Langtang Ri & views of the Annapurnas & Makalu. In spite of the proximity to Kathmandu, the area is as wild as any other Tibetan highlands. Enclosed with tranquil rural landscapes the trek provides exposure to the unique Tamang culture & an opportnity to walk past the stunning glaciers at a quite low altitude. The Langtang valley provides the incredible view mountain panorama. The trek is a perfect option for the one looking to explore the rich Tamang culture, beautiful landscape and vegetation.