As 2023 is right around the corner, there couldn't be a better time than this to book your trek and start preparing for the journey. Nepal is home to hundreds of mountains and above all, numerous trekking and, hiking routes. Whatever your fitness looks like and the time you can spend in the mountains, you'll find something for yourself.
This country has the world's eight highest mountains, and we have trekking packages that either lead to the base camps of these mountains or explore around these mountains. Some of them require previous trekking experience, whereas some of them have moderate difficulty and are recommended to beginner trekkers.
Apart from that, we also have trekking packages that explore the far west and north of the country, which is a restricted area for foreigners. For Nepalese, mountains have religious values. They are not just a natural structure, rather mountains are seen as protectors, and natives have sentimental attachments.
Therefore, trekking in the Himalayas goes beyond adventure and adrenaline. You'll get to experience the rich cultural heritage and traditions of the mountain people.
In this blog, we want to introduce you to our top five hand-picked trekking packages in the Himalayas for spring 2023. All the packages are professionally designed, with ample acclimatization days and beautiful layovers on the trail.
As we have opened our booking for spring 2023, you can book the choice of our trek with us at any time. If you have any questions, talk to our travel consultants. Do know that you are always welcome to customize the itinerary as per your requirement.
Manaslu Circuit Trek
- Duration: 20 days
- National Park: Manaslu Conservation Area (Restricted area)
- Difficulty: Strenuous
- Maximum Altitude: 5,106 m
- Accommodation: Teahouse
- Recommend to: Experienced trekkers
Manaslu circuit is an off-the-beaten trekking route that explores the Manaslu Conservation Area. It is a restricted area for trekking in western Nepal. This trek is for fit travelers who can walk 6 hours a day on a steep, rough trail. You'll cross Larkya La pass.
It is a high mountain pass. The Manaslu circuit trek explores the eighth-highest mountain in the world, Mt. Manaslu. During the acclimatization day, you'll hike to the Manaslu base camp.
The remote villages, cascading waterfalls, rolling green hills, barren peaks, and snow-capped mountains make the trek fantastic. You'll begin walking via sub-tropical forests and ascend up to green meadows and glacial lakes. Manaslu circuit trekking is done by a limited number of trekkers. The trail is not crowded at all, and the mountain panorama is mesmerizing.
It is a 20 days trek in the wilds of the Manaslu region, far away from modern conventions. You get to unwind and relax as you trek. The simple mountain lifestyle and almost cutoff to the digital world will connect you to the real world once again.
Upper Mustang Trek
- Duration: 17 days
- National Park: Restricted Area
- Difficulty: Challenging
- Maximum Altitude: 4,210 m
- Accommodation: Teahouse
- Recommend to: Experienced trekkers
The Upper Mustang trek is a restricted area in Nepal and the trans-Himalayan region. It is a trek to the last forbidden kingdom in Nepal, Lo Manthang. The Upper Mustang trekking is nothing less than a privilege that only a handful of trekkers get every year.
Located close to the Tibetan border, the Upper Mustang boasts Tibet-like scenery and has a close tie to its cultural heritage. The natives of Upper Mustang follow Tibetan Buddhism and are very humble.
The Upper Mustang trail is offbeat and crosses many passes along the way. You'll be walking on a steep trail decorated with mani walls, Chortens, prayer wheels, and stupas. You get to visit centuries-old monasteries and sky caves during the Upper Mustang trekking.
Lo Manthang is also known as the walled city. The region was closed to foreigners until the late 90s. And today, trekkers need to follow strict rules and have to buy an expensive permit to trek here.
Everest Base Camp Trek
- Duration: 14 days
- National Park: Sagarmatha National Park
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Maximum Altitude: 5,644 m
- Accommodation: Lodge
- Recommend to: Beginner/experienced trekkers
If we only have to choose one trek in the Himalayas, then the Everest base camp trek will be the one. It is an incredible trek through rough foothills and lush forests of magnolia and, rhododendron. You'll be trekking in the land of the highest mountain in the world and get to meet the famous Sherpas. Everest base camp trekking is a two weeks beginner-friendly trek.
The thrilling flight to Lukla, with soothing aerial views of the Himalayas, starts your Everest base camp trek. You trek through many remote villages, crossing numerous suspension bridges throughout the trek. In Namche Bazaar, we'll spend two nights and hike to Everest View Hotel. Likewise, in Dingboche, we'll spend another two nights acclimatizing.
From Dingboche, the trail goes above the treeline, and we walk via glacier moraine to Everest base camp. The following day, it's a short hike to Kala Patthar that will literally take us above the clouds. The encounters with locals and visits to the ancient monastery further add more depth to our Everest base camp trekking.
Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour
- Duration: 4 hours
- National Park: Sagarmatha National Park
- Difficulty: Easy
- Maximum Altitude: 5,644 m
- Accommodation: None
- Recommend to: All travelers
The Everest base camp helicopter tour is a 4-hours trip. It is a perfect short trip in the northeastern Himalayas that takes you to the Khumbu region. The helicopter flight lets you witness the stunning aerial views of the Khumbu Glacier, Khumbu Icefall, and Everest base camp. The Everest helicopter flight also involves multiple landings at Lukla, Kala Patthar, and Everest View Hotel.
To make the trip even more intriguing, we have included breakfast at Everest View Hotel in the package. You can choose the breakfast as per your taste and enjoy it with tempting views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, and Nuptse. You'll get 45 to 50 minutes to have breakfast in one of the highest hotels in the world.
The Everest base camp helicopter tour is one of our best-selling packages. This program has made traveling in the Everest region very accessible for people of all ages. Anyone can join our helicopter tour to Mount Everest. It is also one of the best family adventures in the Himalayas. We give full window seats to all of our participants and assure you of a safe journey.
Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trek
- Duration: 21 to 24 days
- National Park: Annapurna Conservation Area
- Difficulty: Challenging
- Maximum Altitude: 5,416m
- Accommodation: Lodge/teahouse
- Recommend to: Beginner/experienced trekkers
Annapurna circuit trek with Tilicho Lake encompasses the fine Manang village and hike to the second highest lake in Nepal before crossing the Thorong La pass and descending to the holy Muktinath temple. It is the ultimate trek in the Annapurna region that combines the perfect balance of adventure and cultural experience. The communities along the trail are very welcoming. You enjoy trekking through lush rhododendron forests and green pastures.
Reaching Tilicho Lake is not easy as well. You may have to walk on snow as per the weather condition, and the path is trodden. The turquoise color of the lake, surrounded by snowy peaks and grassland is spectacular. Himalayan mountains like Tilicho Peak, Annapurna I, Annapurna South, Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Hiunhuli, Gangapurna, etc, are seen along the trekking route.
The latter part of the trail goes along the Kali Gandaki gorge, which is the deepest gorge in the world. You'll get to enjoy natural hot springs and walk past white-washed houses and, apple orchards. The narrow gullies of Kagbeni and Jomsom are beautiful too.