Nepal has been blessed naturally and culturally with diverse landscapes and cultures, making it a perfect destination for a holiday escape. The country will overwhelm you with the beauty of the dense forest, the Himalayas, and rich culture. If you want an adventure-filled journey to the Himalayas while enjoying the serene natural beauty, Nepal has many destinations. There are a lot of trekking trails in Nepal for your holiday escape. Each trekking trail has unique features and characteristics to find the one ideal for your time, fitness levels, and overall preference. Here, we compiled some of the best holiday escapes in Nepal for you.
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1. Everest Base Camp Trek
The Everest Base Camp Trek, or the EBC Trek, is Nepal’s most sought-after trekking trail. It is one of the most classical journeys to the Himalayas with a rewarding view of the world’s highest peak, Mt. Everest(8848m), and other beautiful mountains like Mt. Cho Oyu and Mt. Lhotse.
The trek will take you through the beautiful luscious forest and traditional Sherpa villages, immerse yourself in their rich culture, enjoy spectacular views of the Mountains and conquer high passes and glaciers. The trek is perfect for people seeking adventure, challenging themself physically and mentally, and enjoying the breathtaking beauty of the Himalayas. People looking for a short journey to enjoy the view of the Himalayas can also opt for the Everest Panorama Trek.
2. Annapurna Base Camp Trek
Annapurna Base Camp trek is another escape for you to immerse yourself in the serene beauty of the Himalayas. Trekking to the Annapurna Base camp, you will find yourself between the wild forest and getting an insight into the life of Magar, Gurung, Brahmin, and Chettri cultures. While trekking to the base camp, expect to be overwhelmed with the breathtaking views of Annapurna I (8,091m), Annapurna South, Mt. Machhapuchhre, and the majestic sunrise you will witness starting from the trails.
The trek is not very strenuous but has some rugged trails with long hikes and various obstacles. If you are not ready to challenge yourself, you can switch to the Annapurna Panorama Trek.
3. Tsho Rolpa Trek
Tsho Rolpa Trek is one of the most beautiful treks that leads you to the largest glacial lake in Nepal. Despite its beauty, the trek is still one of the most underrated escapes in Nepal. The remote trails in the Rolwaling region will take you to the largest glacier lake while blessing you with endless views of the Gaurishankhar Himal(7134m).
While trekking to the Tsho Rolpa lake, you can get an insight into the culture of the Brahmin, Chhetri, and Sherpa communities with the influence of the Buddhism culture. You will be walking through different waterfalls, rivers, and rice fields of the East-Central part of Nepal for a memorable trek to the Tsho Rolpa lake.
Although the trek is quite challenging, the beauty of the trip makes every moment worthwhile.
4. Gokyo Lake Trek
Another lake on our list is the Gokyo Lake which falls in the Everest region. The trek will be perfect for people looking to enjoy the spectacular views of the mountains while adding the beauty of a glacier lake to their trek.
While trekking, you will go through the luscious green forest, the sherpa village in the Everest region, and hike along the Ngozumpa Glacier. You can even climb the Gokyo Ri to enjoy breathtaking views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, and Cho Oyu and trek through the Renjo La Pass at 5340m which is one of the most beautiful passes in Nepal.
In the Gokyo Lake Trek, you can enjoy the beauty of the pristine blue Gokyo lake and enjoy the view of the Himalayas while avoiding the Everest crowds.
5. Langtang Valley Trek
If you are looking for a short yet mesmerizing trek around Kathmandu valley, Lantang is the one for you. You will also be able to avoid the crowd and enjoy the Himalayan beauty and the rich mountain culture. The trek is reasonably accessible as you can get to the start point of the trek, Syaprubesi, within 7 to 8 hours from Kathmandu.
Langtang Valley Trek is one of the most underrated treks in Nepal, with rewarding views of the Lantang Ri, Lantang Langsisa, and Ganjala Peak and insights into the beautiful Tibetan culture of the Langtang Valley. While trekking through Lantang, enjoying the sunrise from Tserko Ri peak at 5000m is a must for every trekker.
You will be trekking through the Rhododendron Forest in Langtang National Park, where you might get sight of Himalayan pheasants, Himalayan deer, monkeys, Himalayan beers, and even the endangered red panda.
6. Mardi Himal Trek
Mardi Himal Trek is another short trek that takes you through the serene beauty of the Annapurna region. The trail has been gaining popularity recently due to the beautiful views of peaks like Mardi Himal, Macchapuchhre, Annapurna I, Annapurna III, the South face of Annapurna massif, Dhaulagiri, and Hiunchuli. On the 5-day trek, you will trek through the luscious rhododendron forest, which houses animals and birds like Himalayan Thar, long-tailed langurs, Danphe, Munal, and Kalij.
Since it is a short and moderately challenging trek, even beginners can accomplish it with some physical fitness.
7. Gosainkunda Lake Trek
Gosainkunda Lake is a sacred destination attracting many pilgrims and trekkers looking to explore the site’s beauty and religious significance. The holy glacial lake lies in the Rasuwa district of Nepal, close to the Langtang valley trek. The site will see a massive flow of pilgrims during the festival of Janai Purnima.
The trek will reward you with the views of Ganesh Himal, Lantang Himal, even the Annapurna Range in the far distance, and mainly the spiritual glacier lake Gosainkunda, which remains frozen for six months every winter.
8. Annapurna Circuit Trek
If you want an adventurous escape while challenging yourself, Annapurna Circuit is one of the best treks while still exploring the remote areas of the Annapurna region. The circuit trek will also take you through the Mustang and Manang regions, one of the most sought-after travel destinations.
The trek is one of Nepal’s most popular treks, attracting thousands of trekkers every year. You will pass through the Thorong La Pass at 5416m which is the highest mountain pass in the world and also happens to be the highest point of the trek. If you love to get insights into different cultures, you will go across different Gurung, Magar, and Brahmin communities and the influence of Tibetan culture. While traveling this route, you can pass through some of the most remote monasteries. Since the trek is quite challenging, it is not recommended for beginners.
9. Phoksundo Lake Trek
Shey Phoksundo Lake is one of the deepest lakes in Nepal, and the destination is one of the most iconic and exotic tourist destinations in Nepal. The pristine blue Phoksundo lake is what attracts tourists from all over the world. And with no high passes and very few obstacles, the trek is relatively easy but a long trek consisting of adventurous road trips and treks through various landscapes. You will be able to witness the 800-year-old Tshowa Gompa monastery. You can also get an insight into the Thakuri, Malla, and Tibetan Tribes from the Dolpo region, where the people will undoubtedly give you one of the best hospitality experiences.
10. Manaslu Circuit Trek
Manaslu Circuit Trek is one of the less-known treks in Nepal, which blesses the trekkers with spectacular views of Manaslu, Himlung, and Annapurna II, including dense forest rivers, flora, and fauna of the Manaslu region. If you are lucky enough, you might also be able to spot a Snow Leopard on the trek and other animals like Tahr, Pika, Grey Wolf and Himalayan Marmots. You can enjoy the culture of Nepalese and Tibetan ethnic groups. If you want to escape the crowd of trekkers, the Manaslu Circuit trek is the perfect trail.
For beginners, try on other shorter and easier treks before heading to Manaslu, as it is pretty physically demanding and takes almost 14 days to complete the trek. You can also trek to the Tsum Valley if you have an additional week.
Conclusion
There are a lot of other escapes in Nepal for you to get lost and enjoy nature and the beauty of the Himalayas while getting immersed into different diverse cultures. You can isolate yourself from all the chaos in the world and get into the remote parts of Nepal for a holiday escape full of adventurous wonders that reward you with overwhelming natural and cultural beauty.
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