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What is a group joining trekking in Nepal?

Group Joining Trekking in Nepal is one of the most advantageous for solo travelers from around the globe. Are you looking for a group to join Trekking and peak climbing in Nepal?  We have a fixed group joining departure date available for 2024 and 2025 the Annapurna region, Everest base region, and Langtang region in Nepal. most popular group joining trekking and peak climbing routes are the Everest base camp trek, Annapurna base camp trek, Langtang Valley trek, Manaslu circuit trek, Annapurna circuit trek, and  Mera peak climb, Island peak climb, Lobuche east peak climbs many more trekking and peak climbing route are organizing by Nature Explore Trek in Nepal every trekking and climbing season.

For the single traveler who is looking for a group to join Trek, and Climb in Nepal it is an advantageous time for everyone. And I would also say confidently to anyone who looking for a group to join the trek it’s a great chance to meet with other country people from around the globe and share your culture, nature, landscapes, and past travel experiences with other people. While you walking you won’t feel bored when you are with other trekkers along the trail. Group trekking and climbing will be cheaper than in privet treks or climbing in Nepal; because you will share all expenses of the whole trek likely Food, Accommodation, transportation, guide, and supporting staff. So group joining trekking in Nepal is a most inflecting trip in Nepal.

So if anyone looking for a Group joining trekking and peak climbing in Nepal do not hesitate to ask Nature Explore Trek, according to your timetable and which routes you want to go trek we will arrange other trekkers and suitable programs at a reliable cost for you. We have been organizing such a trip since we establish our company Nature Explore Trek. We have a better idea; service and experience in how to arrange group joining trekking in Nepal than other agencies. We are more engaged in many social sites so we will feel easier to find people for the same date or week.

Group joining trekking in Nepal is safer and security during the trek in the mountains, if you are alone in the mountains it could be happen anything’s, likely lost the trail, avalanches, rockfall from the mountain, much more accidents could happen, but you are with the guide and other groups then it will be safer and enjoyable in mountains, so group joining trekking into the Himalaya is the beneficiary of a lot for all signal travels from around the globe.

Moreover, if anyone looking for a group joins trekking and peak climbing in Nepal, then write us a message anytime we are happy to be your help you.  I would also say if anyone looking for a female guide the Annapurna circuit, Everest base camp trek, Langtang valley trek, and Manaslu circuit, we arrange for you.

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Group joining Trekking Packages / Routes in Nepal for 2025 and 2025

(1) Everest base camp trek : 12 nights 13 days.

(2)  Everest view trek : 7 nights 8 days

(3) Annapurna base camp trek :  8 nights 9 days.

(4) Annapurna circuit trek :      11 nights 12 days.

(5) Ghorepani poonhill  trek  :   4 nights 5 days .

(6)  Mardi Himal trek :     5 nights 6 days.

(7) Manaslu circuit trek :     12 nights 13 days

(8) Langtang valley trek :   6 nights 7 days

(9) Gokyo lake trek 10 nights:   11 days

(10) Everest three high passes trek:  16 nights 17 days.

(11) Gosaikunda lake trek :    5 nights 6 days

(12) Helambu circuit trek:    4 nights 5 days.

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(U. K and Australian mixed group  heading up to .E B.C base camp in 2017, currently tea break In Panbuche villages, background view is Mount Ama Dablam alt. 6893m)and far left is mount Everest range.)

(1) Everest base camp group joining Trek: 12 nights 13 days.

Everest base camp trekking is one of the most popular trekking routes in Nepal, and number of adventure lover’s people made a long dream of being in EBC base camp in their life. Everest base camp trek is more popular and most of the people have a dream to go Everest base camp trek so it will be easier to find other people than other trekking routes in Nepal.  Alt. 5364m Everest base camp calling every year thousands of people from around the world. Everest base camp trekking best season is autumn, and spring is the best time, at that time the weather will be perfect with clear and crystal weather, the temperature will be suitable for a walk along the route. As you aspect to see many nice mountains in clear weather, this will be fulfilled in October, November, and March and April.

12 nights 13 days Everest base camp trekking begins after 30 minutes a scenic flight from Kathmandu (Alt 1300m) to Lukla at 2870m.) , basically, you shall start the walk from Lukla as well you will meet here with your supporting staff. Generally, per day you will walk 5 to 6 hours, and 400 to 500m, (promptly 7 to 8km) ascending every day until the Base camp and return back is easier for you because mainly it’s descending till the Lukla. Along the trek you will spend overnight at local lodges, at the same lodge have restaurants for food where you can eat.  In the Everest region, there are so many lodges and restaurants along the trail so for food and accommodation, it will be no problems.

Everest base camp trekking offers a magnificent mountain view of whole Everest Region Mountain and pristine Sherpa people cultures, and their religions, lifestyle. You will see the first view of Mount Everest from Namche, and Everest view Hotel viewpoint is the most popular place to see big mountains from a close distance. You can also visit old monasteries, museums,s and Sherpa people villages and fertile lands and domestic animals along the trek. Every day most of the time you can see many mountains view including Everest, but more popular viewpoints are Everest hotel, Tenbuche, and Kalapatther viewpoint is the best place to see Mount Everest including many mountains. You won’t be regarded to do this trek, 100 % you shall be satisfied with this trip it’s really worth it in your lifetime. Yes, Everest base camp trek is moderate difficulty than others trekking routes, you should be well prepare before you depart, we suggest you basic training like hiking, running cycling minimum 3 to 4 months would be a  big help for you for successfully complete this trip.

(Germany groups in 2018 enjoying with mount Everest view from Tengboche monastery)

(2) Group joining  Everest view Trek: 7 nights 8 days.

Group joining Everest view trek is halfway of Everest base camp trek, that person who doesn’t have enough time to complete Everest base camp trek, but still want to see Mount Everest of panoramic view and Sherpa people culture and their basic lifestyle than this is the trek route is suitable for you. And I would also say we can easily find a group for this trek, those who planning a trek to EBC you can trek with them and after halfway accordingly your timetable you can return back to Kathmandu after enjoying Everest and other mountains view from a close distance.

Group joining Everest view trek is a very popular and comfortable trip in the Everest region, those trekkers who are not enough fit for the complete whole trek but still try to do this trek and experience of Everest region trek. You won’t miss any highlights view or mountains of Everest region, on this short trek, you will see Panoramic Mountains view including Mount Everest and thousands of mountains peaks, and along the way, you will encounter with wild animals, flora fauna, and different spices of brides in Sagarmatha national park. Moreover, you can visit old monasteries, museums, old Sherpa villages where most of the Sherpa climbing guides were born for climb big mountains in the world. We would highly recommend for you this trek in autumn and spring season is the best time to go.

(Indian group ascending up to Annapurna base camp in 2019 in Nov. current location is Chhumring villages alt 2300m and background mountains view of Mount South Annapurna and Himchuli.)

(3)  Group joining  Annapurna base camp Trek:  8 nights, 9 days 

Group joining Annapurna base camp trekking is a very popular treks routes in the Annapurna region. Annapurna base camp trek located in beneath of Annapurna Mountains and very close of mount Annapurna I, This popular trek is very old and number two popular trekking routes after Everest base camp trek in Nepal. For Annapurna base camp trek it’s easy to find people than in other trekking routes because it’s famous for everyone and short days trek,  Every year big numbers of trekkers use to visit an Annapurna base camp, Annapurna base camp trek is more beautiful than others routes here.  On this trek you can panoramic Annapurna mountains view including Mt. Annapurna I (Alt. 8091m), snowcaps, hills, landscapes, waterfall, hot spring, jungle, and beautiful local people habitation, fertile paddy lands, domestic animals many more.

Moreover, 8 nights 9 days Annapurna base camp trek is reliable and not expensive compare to Everest base camp trek, this budget trek will be memorable in your lifetime and a great trekking experience once in a lifetime. Annapurna base camp also not hard trekking route in Nepal, it’s an easy medium, it’s not required your high fleetness level to go here, the basic exercise would be ok, we highly recommend anyone who is looking for trekking an Annapurna region

A mixed group from the UK, US, & CANADA heading up Thorong la pass alt 5416m), currently exploration day in Manag

(4) Group joining Annapurna circuit Trekking:  11 nights 12 days.

Group joining Annapurna circuit trek is possible for interest single trekkers, if anyone looking for some people to trek together an Annapurna circuit do not hesitate to contact us we are very happy to find other travel mates. Beautiful Annapurna circuit is one of the old trekking routes in Nepal; Annapurna circuit trek offers for trekker’s wonderful mountain view and hundreds of old Sherpa people culture and regions. Along the way, you will cross many old villages, waterfalls, suspension bridges, snowcaps, Hills, and local people. moreover, once you reach in Manag valley after a few days trek, the Annapurna mountains ranges will surround you, you will be behind Annapurna mountains and between the two above 8000m higher mountains ranges like Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountains. Tharanga- la pass (Alt.5416m) is the main highlights of this trek, from the top of the pass you will see strengthen mountains view of the Whole Annapurna Mountains and Mt. Dhaulagiri ranges including upper mustang valley.

Muktinath Temple is another great site of this trek after Thorong la passes; this temple is very popular for Hindus and Buddhist pilgrims and always busy and crowded this area because of a number of pilgrims visit every day. From Muktinath, you will see a very close view of Mount Dhaulagiri and Nilgiri mountain ranges, and Ministries, Museums many more, if you feel enough and tired you can stop walk here and you can take jeep or bus drive back to Pokhara.

(5) Group join Ghorepani poonhill trekking:  4 nights 5 days 

Group joins Ghorepani poonhill trek is short and sweet trekking trail an Annapurna region of Nepal. if planning to do trekking in Nepal, but you don’t know where to go for the first time of trekking experience in Nepal then this is a perfect trekking route for you. From Poonhill viewpoint (Alt. 3210m), you shall see panoramic Annapurna mountains view including many mountains peaks from a close distance.

4 nights 5 days short trek will be great memories in your lifetime, along the way you will cross several villages, paddy lands, waterfall, snowcaps and reach culture and religion of this area. In this region mixed ethnic groups live namely Gurung, Magar, Chhetri many more each of them have different lifestyles and religions, but they live in the same society for a long time, and they collaborate always for any social works. Always, in this area people are very friendly and helpful, they provide for trekkers warm hospitality in their lodges and restaurants along the trek.

Ghorepani Poonhill trek starts from one and half hours scenic drive from Pokhara to Nayapool, basically, you will walk from here, after two days walk you will reach at Ghorepani Hill (Alt. 2800m),  following early morning you will hike to Ponohill viewpoint (alt 3210.) about one hour up for a sunrise view of whole Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain. Then continue trek to Tadapani, Ghandruk, and finally back to Pokhara via Nayapool. and your trek ends here.

(6) Mardi Himal group joining Trek : ( 5 nights 6 days) 

Group joining Mardi Himal trek is a newly open trekking route but immediately became very famous for all trekkers an Annapurna region.  Mardi Himal trekking route is located just opposite side hills from Annapurna base camp trek trail, and beneath of Mount fishtail and Mardi Himal peak. Mardi Himal base camp trek is famous for a magnificent view of whole Annapurna mountains ranges including Mt. Fishtail (Machhapuchhre), Mardi Himal viewpoint is the best place to explore from a close distance to all Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountains ranges.  Alt 4560m Mardi Himal base camp you will reach after 4 days trek from Pokhara, and return back is only two days will be enough because descending is easier than ascending.

Mardi Himal, 5 nights 6 days short trek begins after one drive from Pokhara to Dhampush Phedi, first, fewer days you will walk through the Jungle till the high camp, once you reach at top of the hill or end of the ascends of this trek, you shall be offered to strengthen Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountains view from very close distance in sunrise and sunset moment.  from the beginning of this trek to the end of the day, you will see everyday Annapurna mountains as well as local villages, paddy lands, waterfall, suspensions bridge, and fascination culture and their basic lifestyle. You always suggest you this is the perfect trekking route in Nepal for a short trek in Nepal, and we can easily find other interested trekkers for this trek

(7) Group joining Manaslu Circuit Trekking: 12 nights 13 days.

Group joining  Manaslu circuit trekking is located North West of Kathmandu, and laying in the Gorkha district of Nepal as well as a bordering with massive Annapurna mountain ranges and Tibet, China. Mount Manaslu (Alt. 8167m) itself above 8000m highest mountain in the world. Manaslu circuit trekking means walking around mount Manaslu, those who want to see mount Manaslu and many other mountain ranges of this region from a close distance and visit very old Buddhist people habitation, lifestyles, religions, many more. Compare to Annapurna, and Everest region still Manaslu region is not well developed in accommodations, food, and transportation, but still, you can stay overnights at tea houses and lodges and you can eat at restaurants.

Nowadays more people looking for groups for this trek, because of sharing the restricted permits, transport, guide, and expenses during the trek,  join with groups mean you will also reduce the trip cost, because of sharing the cost.

This beautiful trekking starts after a 6 to 7 hours drive from Kathmandu to Soti Khola or you can also go more further to Machhi Khola –Khola besi by local jeep. At beginning of this route you will walk through between two big Hills and mainly follow to Budi Gandaki river for several days until the Lho gaon (alt 3300m), you shall see the first view of Mount Manaslu from Lho.  Lho and Sama gaun are the big Buddhist people stalemates of this region, from Sama gaun you can go a day hike to Manaslu base camp or Mahendra Tal both sits are very pretty and remarkable, onwards the main highlights of this trek are Larke pass (alt. 5130m) this pass is a very long pass among many adventure pass in Nepal. From the top of the pass, you can see a wonderful mountain view of Annapurna and Manaslu. Then after mainly you will descending to another side of mount Manaslu and meet the old classical Annapurna circuit trek trail in Dharapni, and you can take a local jeep drive back to Kathmandu where your trek ends.

British couple the Langtang gaun in 2017 November, and in-front mountains view is mount Gangchhembu Himal (alt 64300m)

(8)  Group joining Langtang valley Trek : (7 nights 8 days)

Langtang valley 7 days 8 nights short trekking route located north from Kathmandu valley. Langtang valley is the third popular trekking route after Everest and Annapurna region in Nepal. Langtang valley trek is popular for a panoramic view of Langtang Himal range, Ganesh Himal range including many other mountain peaks, and historic Tibetan Culture, Nature, Wildlife, flora, fauna, different spices of birds, landscapes are the main attraction from this trek. Langtang valley is laid into the Langtang national park area; Langtang national park is one of the most popular national parks in Nepal among the other nine national parks in Nepal.  Inside the national park, we can see wild animals likely Longer monkey, Leopard, Dare, Himalayan back Bear, Rare Red panda, and different types of birds as well as a beautiful jungle of bamboo, black Oke, pine tree including  Nepalese national flower tree call rhododendron and many more.

Group joining Langtang valley trekking is more beneficiary in both, Mountain View, and culture tour for trekkers from worldwide, this short and sweet trek start from Sybrubesi after 7 hours bus drive from Kathmandu through the beautiful landscapes. Basically, trekkers start the walk from sybrubesi then after following fewer days you will trek through the Langtang national park via the Lama Hotel and Langtang gaun then finally you will be reaching in Kyanjing gompa (Alt3700m)it’s the last stop of this trek, and then next morning you will hike 3- 4 hours up to Kyanging –ri viewpoint (Alt. 4800)  from where you shall be enjoying with the panoramic Langtang valley mountains view such as one of the adventure pass of this region call  Ganjala pass alt.4500m). Gangchempu Himal (alt 6470m), Nayakhang peak (alt. 585m), Yala peak (Alt7500m) Tserkore viewpoint (alt. 4900m), and Langtang Lirung glacier from a very close distance. After exploring all these magic beauties of Langtang valley you will slowly return back to Kathmandu in few days descend to the same way as you went up before till the Sybrubesi or Dunche then after bus or jeep drive back to Kathmandu.

Option, if you have more days left in Nepal and still you want to continue trekking then you still trek to Gasaikunda lake, it’s another 4 to 5 days trek and its really worth it to go Gosaikunda lakes, from where you can see more nice mountains view and holy lakes of Gosaikunda.

Beautiful Gokyo lakes and Mount Choyuo, which is above 8000m higher mountain in the world.

(9)  Group joining Gokyo lake Trekking : (10 nights 11 days )

Gokyo Lake is both, cultural and beautiful scenery of Mount Everest region from a very close distance.  Group joining Gokyo lake trekking route is a branch of Everest base camp trekking an Everest region Nepal. Everest base camp and Gokyo Lake both are very famous trekking routes among several trekking routes in this area. And both trekking routes are connected to each other via Chola pass (alt. 5360m)

Group joining Gokyo lake  trekking begins after 30 minutes a scenic flight from Kathmandu, basically, you shall start the walk from Lukla, where you will meet your supporting staff, and Lukla is the main getaway of Mount Everest region trekking routes. Beginning of the Gokyo lake trek you won’t feel hard, the route is going smoothly short descending and slowly ascend till the Manjo, at Manjo villages you have to buy a Sagarmatha national park tickets, afterward till the Namche the trail lead you more ascending through the Dudhkosi river and alpine forest till the Namche.

You will see the first view of Mount Everest from Namche (alt 3400m) after two short days trek from Lukla, and generally, most of the trekkers spend two nights in Namche, because of for high altitude acclimatization, and it’s compulsory for all trekkers. At the test in Namche, you will hike to Everest view hotel. 3800m) 3 to 4 hours for a panoramic view of Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Thamserku from a very close distance, including many beautiful mountains.  Continually you will be trekking to Gokyo Lake via Mongla dada, Dole, Macchermo and finally after 3 more days treks from Namche you will reach in beautiful Gokyo lake (alt 4700m), following morning you will hike to Gokyo –ri viewpoint alt.5360m) for exploring the beauty of the Everest region, from top of the Gokyo ri viewpoint, you shall see, strengthen mountains view of whole Everest region mountains including beautiful Gokyo lakes as well as a big and deep Cho yuo mountain glaciers from close distance in sunrise and sunset time. And slowly return back to Lukla ina few days trek descend through the same way.

Moreover, along the way, you will cross so many and old Sherpa people stalemates, waterfall, suspensions brides, snowcaps, monasteries, museums a magic landscapes, and reaches culture and religions of Sherpa people from this region. So Gokyo valley is the most beautiful trekking in Nepal.  I would highly recommend to anyone worldwide.

(10) Group joining Three High passes Trekking: 16 nights 17 days

Everest three high passes trekking route is one of the most adventure and beautiful trekking routes in the Everest region, Nepal. Top three high passes connected each other in one go without stooping through the beautiful landscapes of Mount Everest region, Nepal. These popular three high passes namely called Khongma- la Alt. 5567m, Cho la pass Alt. 5360m, and Renjo la passes 5361m.) if anyone who completes the adventure walk through this high passes trek then we would proudly say that you have covered the most highlights and beautiful mountains viewpoints of mount Everest region for exploring from a close distance the beauty of Everest region mountains and Sherpa people habitation and their culture and religions.

Group joining three high passes trekking is more difficult compare with Everest base camp trek and Gokyo lake in this valley, but you shall be enjoying and explore the more nice parts of the view and landscapes of the mountains. If anyone planning for this trip you should be well prepared in your physical fitness, and mentally as well, minimum we request you 4 months of physical fitness before your adventure trip start likely running, hiking, cycling, etc could help you to complete this type of adventure walking routes in Nepal.

Three high passes trekking route offer a magnificent mountains view from different angels including magic Sherpa lands from this region. From each three high passes top, you will see the best view of the whole Everest region including many other popular mountain peaks. the itinerary is the same as Everest base camp trek until the Dinbuche if you start crossing high passes via Khongma la pass, but if you go via Renjo la pass as a first pass then you will go via Thame –Lungden before cross 1^st pass Renjo la (alt. 5360m), however, both routes are beautiful and you won’t miss any view, it’s same days trek, the same amount of walk each day and the same view, but the many our clients use to say first start via Khongma la pass is easier and comfortable to complete these passes in one go. So we would highly suggest anyone who is looking for these types of adventure trekking partners for safe and safety during this trek we can look for some more people and make a group on the same date or same week.

(11) Group joining Gosaikunda lake Trek:  5 nights 6 days 

Gosaikunda is a holy lake and a spiritual place in the Langtang region of Nepal. Both Hindus and Buddhist people use to visit every year. Naturally and culturally beautiful Gosaikinda Lake located in the north of Kathmandu valley and lays’ in Langtang national park, this beautiful landscapes of Nepal not only offered spiritual journey here, but you can also explore the glory of Himalayas from a very close distance such as Langtang Himal ranges, Ganesh Himal range, and continually Mount Annapurna mountains ranges, Mount Manaslu ranges many more from Laurebinahie pass (alt. 4600m), Once you reach in Gosaikunda lake Alt. 4300m) you shall see beautiful holy Gosaikunda lake and you can visit around the lake and touch the fresh water from lakes, as well as you can also hike up to 200 to 300m up for more mountains view and landscapes of Langtang valley region.

Historically, Gosaikunda lake was crate by God Shiva, when he went to into the Himalaya for permanent resident for his whole life, along the way he felt thirsty and wants drink water, but there was no water so he planned to digging the water by his weapon (Trident) in the mountains and immediately the water was coming out and he drunk, then after he left the place the water was come continually and made itself the beautiful holy Lake now.

(12) Group joining Helambu Circuit Trek: 4 nights 5 days

Group joining the Helambu valley is a very popular trekking route in Nepal. Helambu circuit trek is located northeast from Kathmandu, this short and sweet trek is popular for panoramic mountains views, such as Mount Everest region, Mount Dorje lakpa,  mount Langtang Himal mountains range and further snowcaps, Hills, fascinating culture, glamorous people, waterfall, farmlands, wildlife, and domestic animals,  as well as a beautiful landscapes many more.

Anyone, if you are beginners for trekking in Nepal and looking for short and easy trekking here then the Helambu circuit trekking route would be the best choice for you. This short trekking route will provide you a lot of trekking and hiking experience in Nepal, Helambu valley is not far distant from the capital, Kathmandu Nepal.  Helambu circuit trekking route begins from Sundarijal after one hour drive from Kathmandu, into the Shivapuri national park, onwards you shall be trekking through  Chisapani  – Kutumsang – Mangin Goth  -Thadepati – Melamchi gaun – Tarkegang and trek back to Melemche pool where your short trek ends here.

Moreover, Chisapani Alt.2100m) , Thadapati (alt. 3700m) would be the best viewpoint on to explore the Mount Everest region in the far distance, Mount Dorje Lakpa,  mount Langtang Himal mountains, and Melamchi gaun and Tarke Ghayng are the old Tibetan villages, where you can see 600 to 700 old monasteries and caves as well as we can also see the traditional villages and their basic daily lifestyle. Helambu circuit trekking route is both cultural and natural beauty, so I would highly recommend this trekking route in Nepal.

Final Say: 

After  this   pandemic  if anyone is  lookingfor   Group joining trekking and peak climbing in Nepal  then We Nature Explore trekking team are  there for you .We are  expert in managing  your trekking , finding your climbing mates, and group joining trekking and peak climbing.Group joining trek are  beneficiaries for single travelors , especially those who looking to  cut the high cost and share all expenses includes  Accommodation, Transportation, Guide, Supporting staff, restricted area permits with others trekkers.And the plus point is that you can make the friend who has the same interest and share some experience while trekking which will  eventually contribute to the memorable experience. We are very professional to manage easy to hard trekking and climbing in Nepal, Tibet, and Bhutan.

We Nature Explore Trekking team are the best local experts as a local trekking and climbing agency in Nepal, we organize all types of outdoor and indoor activities since 2015. We have a great team who work with us full time and they are native from the mountains region of Nepal. Our guides know how to take care of and support our clients in mountains. Our main focus is your safety and security in mountains, whatever we talk about here the same things we deliver in mountains too. So if you are planning for trekking to Kanchenjunga or Everest region, Annapurna region, Langtang region, Manaslu circuit trek, and peak climbing in Nepal then Contact us anytime we are happy to be your help in Nepal as a local guide always.

After COVID -19  control, are you looking for shooting the best photographs in Nepal?  Nepal is a unique destination for a photographer in the world.  Nepal has offered golden chances to shoot a millions photograph of mountains ranges, hundreds of years old Culture,  beautiful Nature,  diversity landscapes, snowcaps, Hills, Sunrise and Sunset, and historic Temples, Monasteries, Chhorten, local people lifestyle, and their religions are the main attractive view for shoot best photograph in Nepal.

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Nepal is not only popular for Trekking, Tour, and Climbing,  here is another popular activity also possible shoot the best photographing in Nepal,  so numbers of tourists visit every for shooting nice photos and videos of the Himalayas ’ ranges, different cultures, nature, and landscapes from close distance with their professional camera from all around the world.

A magnificent mountain ranges, snowcaps, hills, waterfalls, rivers, beautiful landscapes, fascinating culture, and glamour people and their lifestyle is the main attraction part for taking a nice photo while you are here for the best photograph shoot.

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Nepal photograph Trek and  Tour give a lot of opportunities to explore pristine villages and traditional houses of Nepal, mixed culture, Nature, and religions including mountains peaks from a very close distance. In Nepal, we are the one local travel agency who organize photography tour and treks more often. We are not only focusing on adventure treks and climbing, but we also consider giving the best opportunity for all types of outdoor and indoor lovers from around the world accordingly they have won desire on how to make more fun, happiness, and fulfill their dream to make the best photograph in our country.

However, photography trek and the tour are very famous in Nepal, every year numbers of tourist visit for fulfilling their desire to take nice photographs and mountains ranges panoramic videos, during their holiday in Nepal,  you can take great photos of the sunset, sunrise, temples, monasteries, mountains peaks, a lifestyle of Nepali,  fertile lands, local habitations, and a magic landscapes, hills many more…

Furthermore, we have a professional photographer tour and treks guide, who will take you in an amazing place for shoot photos, and we will also suggest you always best place to shoot photos in Nepal likely the Mount Everest region, mount Annapurna mountain region, Manaslu mountain region, mount Langtang mountain region and Kathmandu valley heritage site, Pokhara, Chitwan national park, Lumbini birthplace, Palpa Tansen tour many more…

Here my suggest popular photography tours and trekking routes in Nepal. Where you can fulfill your desire to visit Nepal once in your lifetime.

 

Popular photographer Tour in Nepal:

(Old Hindu temple in Bhaktapur Nepal

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(1) 3 days Kathmandu valley photograph Tour

Kathmandu valley is the capital of Nepal, and the Kathmandu valley is known as a temple of the city. Here are 7 world heritage sites in one city namely, the Holiest Hindu temple Pasupatinath Temple, Buddhist and Hindus mixed Shoyambhunath temple, hundreds year old  Bhaktapur durbar square,  Patten durbar square, Kathmandu durbar square,  buddies temple, Boudhanath stupa, and Changu Narayan temple.

During 3 days photographer tour in Kathmandu valley, you will have lots of chances for exploring the unique culture and religions. In the sunrise and sunset, both times are perfect for shooting the photos, you will have a photographer guide will brief you all in details following programs and  Three days Kathmandu valley photographer tour gives you much chance to capture a magic photo and video of a famous and holiest Hindus and buddies temples, beautiful monasteries, south Asia biggest  Stupa,  Hills, snowcaps many more ..!

Some temples and monasteries are not allowed to take photos or videos inside in Kathmandu so you have to ask the local or your guide before you make a photographer or video.

Kathmandu valley photographer tour is a very famous tour in Nepal. The best time to visit for the best photographer is from mid-October to the end of December and another season spring marches to the end of May is a good time.

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(2)   Nagarkot & Chisapani Sunrise photographer Tour.

(Along the way to Nagarkot hill from Kathmandu.)Nagarkot & Chisapani sunrise view is located east from Kathmandu valley, and three hours drive from central of Kathmandu valley. Both hills are very popular for a day hike and spend overnight there, there are so many nice hotels, resorts and local lodges are available, following morning you can shoot nice photos in the sunrise.

Nagarkot is a very famous place for photographers, from where you can take amazing photos full of Kathmandu valley, Local traces, and fertile lands; mount mt. Everest mountain ranges, sunrise, and sunset. Nagarkot is another  600m higher than Kathmandu valley, therefore, you have more chance to see big mountain ranges, I would highly recommend for photographer Nagarkot is the best places and viewpoint for shoot the nice photos.

The next day you can hike to Chisapani from Nagarkot by walk or drive. Chisapani is another hill where you can fulfill your desire to take nice mountain photos in sunrise and sunset. Many local photographers also use to go here for shoot nice picture of mountain ranges. Both viewpoints are popular for a few days hike including nice photos shoot at the same time.

Nagarkot and Chisapani 2 nights 3 days hiking offered many big chances to capture beautiful photos and videos during your hike.

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(3 )    A day Chandra Giri Hill photographer Tour :

(One of the closest viewpoint from Kathmandu to watch the big mountain ranges including Kathmandu valley  of Nepal)Chandragiri cable car hill is a newly open viewpoint in Kathmandu valley on the hillside, its located west from central of Kathmandu valley. This is very famous a day photographer tour. Its an hour drive from Kathmandu valley, and you can go to the Chandragiri hilltop by cabal car or hike, both options are possible.

From the top of the hills (Alt. 2000m), you will have a great chance to explore the whole Kathmandu valley and you will see several mountains peaks and in the far distance. From the top of the Chandragiri hill, you can take in one shoot whole Kathmandu valley and  Mountains ranges like Mount Everest ranges, Mount Dorje Lakpa, and Shisapangama, Langtang mountains range many more..!

On the top of the Chandragiri hill, there is nice temples, restaurants, and view tower, fun parks, including several activities like horse riding, jungle walking, and shooting best photos, many more. Chandragiri hill is the best place to shoot nice photos. I would highly recommend going here for the best moments and for the best photographer.

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(4)   Pokhara Sarankot Sunrise photograph Tour.

One of the best viewpoint to watch Mount Annapurna and Mt. fishtail from Sarakot Pokhara NepalPokhara is another one full drive from Kathmandu(200km), 6 to 7 hours drive, or you can also go by airplane (30 minutes) Pokhara is a second biggest and more famous tourist city in Nepal, it’s beneath of mount Annapurna ranges, and surrounded by beautiful Fewa lake and Sarankot viewpoints.

Pokhara, Sarakot sunrise viewpoint is another popular photographer tour in Nepal, from top of the Sarankot viewpoint you can see the whole Annapurna ranges, mount Fishtail, Mt. Lamjung Himal, Mardi Himal including whole Pokhara city  and fertile lands, local habitation  many more

From the Sarankot viewpoint in the early morning, you can capture the magnificent Annapurna Mountains and Pokhara city in one photograph. Sarankot viewpoint is the most popular viewpoint in Nepal, Numbers of domestic and international tourist and photographer visit here every year in autumn and spring-fall,

Moreover, On the top of Sarankot, here are many nice hotels and guest houses available for spending a night, in the evening you can also shoot some more photos in moonlights .this would be the best and another great chance to captures nice photos of big mountains from close distance from you. I would highly recommend for a photographer please go Sarankot viewpoint for beautiful photographs.

Beside the Sarankot viewpoint, here are fewer other viewpoints are still provided you nice photograph likely Peacepagunda stupa Hill, International mountain museum center, David fall, Fewa lake boating and if you go one hour ahead drive from Pokhara you can reach in the Australian camp, from here you shall see more mountains and landscapes from a close distance. So Pokhara –Sarankot and Australian camp would be the best tour package for shoot professional photographer.

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(5 ) Chitwan wildlife National park photography tour 

Chitwan is the first national park of Nepal, Chitwan national park was established in 1973. Located in the subtropical in central Taraie of the south of Nepal, Nabalparasi district, and Chitwan national park was awarded of a world heritage site in 1984. And Chitwan national park covers an area 953km (367.41Sq)

If you are looking for a shooting wildlife photograph than Chitwan national park is the perfect place for all wildlife lovers from around the globe.

If you are looking for shooting a wildlife animal photograph then Chitwan is the perfect place, however, this 2 nights 3 days tour packages will provide you a great opportunity to capture popular animals and different spices birds

Chitwan national park is very famous for a rare Tharu culture dance program, go into the jungle by Elephants riding and watch wild rhinos from a close distance, Elephants bathing in the Rapti river, explore the Jungle with a local guide, brides watching, you can also see the Tiger in Chitwan national park, but you have to go by jeep few hours into the national park area.

I would highly recommend for professional photographers please go to Chitwan national park if you are animal lovers and want to shoot the best photos from a close distance of them.

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Photography Trekking in Nepal:

If you are looking forward trekking the infamous mountain ranges in Nepal and in the main time want to shoot the best mountain photograph in sunrise and sunset moment infamous mountain region here are many options of popular trekking and hiking routes in the Everest region, Annapurna region, and Langtang region, Manaslu region. Here are my best-recommended photography trekking routs by namely.

 

(1) Gokyo lake Photography  Trek

Gokyo-Ri viewpoint (alt. 5360m) is a very popular mountain viewpoint in the Everest region. 10 nights 11 days treks in Everest region in Gokyo valley offers such a beautiful view of mountains ranges, snowcaps monasteries, museum, local Sherpa people habitation, Gokyo lakes from one to six, moreover wildlife, brides, flora, fauna,  domestic animal, Himalaya yaks, and churi Gai including mount Everest range which is the world highest peak stand in Nepal.

From the top of the Gokyo-Ri viewpoint (alt. 5360m) you take a beautiful photograph of the whole Mount Everest ranges including mount Makalu and Kanchenjunga in the far distance. For the professional photographers from worldwide Gokyo valley and Gokyo, Ri viewpoint is the best viewpoints for the shooting nice mountain picture and nice video clips.

Gokyo lake photograph trekking route is historically and culturally very famous in an Everest region if you are looking for shooting the best photos of mountains ranges, Sherpa culture, and landscapes and popular Himalayan yaks including mount Everest ranges then Gokyo valley and Gokyo Ri viewpoint is the best viewpoint to see at the same time whole Everest mountain ranges and all Gokyo lakes. I would recommend for all photograph lovers from all over the world,  Gokyo Lake Trek is the best place to shoot amazing mountain photos of the Everest region.

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(2) Everest view photography trek 

Everest viewpoint short and sweet trekking in the Everest region provides you a magnificent mountain view and Sherpa culture and religions from the Khumbu region. if you have a short time in Nepal but still want to see Mount Everest from a close distance than this short 7 days Everest viewpoint trek would be the best choice for you or for your family.

On this short trek you can shoot many nice photographs of mount Everest ranges likely Mount Everest alt.8848m, Mount Lhotse alt. 8516m), Mount Nuptse alt. 7935m, and continue mt. Ama Dablam is known as the world’s most beautiful mountain alt. 6893m, then Mt.Thamserku Himal alt. 6692m Mt.Kongde peak 6160m, including Tenbuche monasteries, popular Sherpa village of this valley such as Khumjung, Phortse, and Pangbuche which are the biggest habitation of Sherpa in this valley.

Moreover, you can visit and shoots the best photos of old monasteries, wildlife, flora and fauna in the Everest national park area, fascinating Sherpa culture, and charming Sherpa people. This short Everest view trek gives you a lot of golden chance to captures so many photographers and vides from the world’s highest mountain region.

So, if you are real photographers want, and want to get both experiences of trekking in the Everest region and the best photoshoots during the trek in a lifetime within a short time then Everest viewpoint treks are the best idea to make a plan for those who have a short holiday in Nepal.

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(3) Three high passes photography trek 

Sree, standing on the  top of  Renjola pass (alt.5360m) and enjoying with the view of the magnificent mountain of whole Everest region and a beautiful Gokyo lakes

Everest three high passes photography treks are one of the hardest and adventure trekking routes in the Everest region. Three high passes namely call (I) Kongmala pass alt.5380m, (II) Chola pass alt. 5361m, (III) Renjola pass alt. 5365m. this popular high passes trek trail provides the best viewpoint to capture magic photos and videos from a very close distance. If you want o to be close to mountain ranges and hills for shoot clear and crystal picture with 360 degrees from different – different angles than these popular three high pass treks is a better idea to make a plane with your nice camera.

Everest three high pass treks are normally 15 nights 16 days trek for the normal trekkers, but if you are photographers then definitely you need more time than normal trekkers so it might take fewer more days than a normal itinerary of this trek. Choosing this adventure trekking trail in the Everest region for a photoshoot is only suitable and comfortable for adventure people who have already good enough exercise and well know knowledge about adventure treks in Nepal.

Each and every three passes are the best mountain views in the Everest region. From the top of the pass, you can see most of the popular mountain peaks from a close distance of the Everest region. From the top of Kongmal pass alt. ( alt.5580m) provide you a magnificent view of Mt. Ama Dablam, Island peak, mt. Tawache, mt. Tawaache including several popular peaks from a very close distance. When reaching the top of the pass you will have a great chance to capture many beautiful photos from this pass.

Cho la pass alt. (alt5360m) is the second-highest and popular high pass trail in the Everest region, from top of the pass you will many nice mountains view including mount Everest ranges, Ama Dablam, a very close view of Tawache, and Cholache including Gokyo valley,   From the top of the pass, you shall capture many mountains top in one shoot. So this is the best viewpoint for adventure photographers from the world.

Renjo la pass is the last pass or most beautiful high pass in the Everest region. I personally among the three of them Renjo la is the best viewpoint to see the whole Mount Everest region in one go.  From the top of the Renjola la pass, you shall see the best view of Mount Everest and mt.Choyu including beautiful Gokyo lakes and several popular mountain peaks. Once you descend after the pass you will be meet popular Sherpa villages Thame, most of the above 8000m higher mountain climbing Sherpa were born in Thame villages such as Angrit sherpa who climb 10 times without any oxygen use. Another popular Name Apa Sherpa who climb 21 times Everest and many other mountains, so most of the popular world record Sherpa was born in Thame villages, you can have a great chance to meet them and take nice photographs with them.

Shooting photographs of the Mount Everest region from Gokyo Ri viewpoint

Doing all these three high passes likely   Kongma la, Cho la and Renjo la passes trek mean all most you will covered mount Everest region popular sides and places where need to visit if you want to know more about Mount Everest and other popular mounts peaks of this region. This long and adventure trekking route gives you a big golden chance to shoot the best photos ever you did before in your lifetime. This would be the best experience in your lifetime trekking and shooting nice photos at the same time. So I would highly recommend for professional photographers from the word this is another great sport to shoot the world biggest mounts range photos and video

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(4) Ghorepani Poonhill  photography Trek 

 

Ghorepani –Poonhill viewpoint (alt. 3210m) Photography trek is a very famous and short trekking route in the Annapurna region. This short and sweet trekking route offers you a magnificent whole Annapurna and Mt Dhaulagiri mountains view from Poonhill viewpoint in the sunrise and sunset time. Mount Annapurna I (alt. 8091m.), and Mt. Dhaulagiri (alt 8167m) both mounts are above 8000m higher mountains in the world.

Ghorepani – Poonhill photography trek is one of the viewpoints in mount Annapurna region for shooting nice photos of mount Annapurna, and mount Dhaulagiri. Moreover, you will have also lots of chances to shoot the Hills, traditional villages, local people basic lifestyles, farmlands, domestic animals, wildlife, flowers, and jungles are the most attractive parts of this trek route.

Early in the morning before the sun embark from poonhill viewpoint you will have a great chance to shoot many nice photographs of the whole Annapurna Region Mountains, Hills, and landscapes. This is the highlights day of your photography trek, you will see the most amazing mountains view and capture several mountain peaks in one photograph. So if you are not adventure trekkers and looking for short and easy photography trek an in the Annapurna region with a normal budget than these 4 nights 5 days Ghorepani poonhill trek is suitable for you.

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(5) Full Annapurna circuit photography trek :

Annapurna circuit photography trek is one of the old and popular trekking routes in the mountain Annapurna region. Doing full Annapurna circuit treks mean walk around the mount Annapurna through the high pass called Thorong-la pass alt 5416m).

Annapurna circuit photography trek is a very famous trekking route in Nepal; every season numbers of people trekking in this route fulfill their dream come true of trekking in Nepal is the most popular trekking trail in the world. Annapurna circuit trekking route became several days shorter than before because of car rode is reach close to the mountain. The driving rode is effaced for walking people and most of the trekkers now choose to take a jeep drive up to Chame villages and basically start the walk from here.

Annapurna circuit photography trek route offered such a beautiful viewpoint for shoot nice photos in one photo of  Annapurna mountains summit and enjoying to watch the panoramic view of the whole Annapurna mountains, six to seven hundred years old Buddies culture and religions in Manag valley, you will have still more chance to shoot nice photos of rivers, waterfall, suspensions brides, beautiful  Tilicho lakes, monasteries, temples, snowcaps, local people traditional house, and basic lifestyle, and it’s great to know their mixed culture, and lifestyle in mountain how they spend their basic daily lifestyle are the most attractive for visit and shoot best photos in your camera.

(beginning of the trek, traditional houses, and farmlands an Annapurna regionMoreover, you more amazing photograph shooting sport starting from  Pisang villages, after  Pisang villages you will see more mountains peaks from a close distance of most  Annapurna ranges, and namely Annapurna II, Annapurna III, Annapurna IV, Gangapurna, Tilicho peak, Thorong peak, and Pisang peak including local people habitation and their daily basic lifestyle from this region.

Thorong la pass (alt. 5416m) is the highlights of this trek; this would be the longest day of this trek, minimum it takes 10 to 12 hours trek from Throng la Phedi to another side in the Muktinath area. On this day you have much chance to shoot in your camera many nice photos from the top of the pass. After descending from the top of Thorong la you will have a great chance to capture Muktinath temple and different landscapes.

( 6) Manaslu circuit photography trek 

Manaslu circuit photography trek is a very popular trekking destination in Nepal. Mount Manaslu is above 8000m (alt. 8167m) higher mountain in the world and the seventh highest mountain in Nepal. This has become more popular after 1992 when the Nepal government allowing to visit foreigners in this area. Manaslu circuit photography trek is located in the west from Kathmandu in the Gorkha district, and the border with Tibet, China. Manaslu circuit photography treks mean you will trek around the mount Manaslu in two weeks time. The trek begins from Gorkha Arughat and the trek ends at Darapani after cross Larke passes alt. 5130m. This is the medium / hard trek route in Nepal.

The Manaslu circuit photography trek route provides you such an amazing photos shoot spot along the trek, from begging of the trek to ends of this trek you shall fully enjoy a lot and you will have many chances to shoot nice photograph from different viewpoints.

You will have a great chance to capture the mount Manaslu ranges, mount Himchuli, mount Nike peak including many mountains peaks of this region. From the top of Larke pass (alt. 5130m), you can see and great chance to shoot great photos of Annapurna and Manaslu mountains. Lho gaon, Samagaun, and Sandu are the popular villages in this region, where you can take many nice photos for their basic lifestyle, farmlands, many more.

Manaslu circuit photography trek is one of the most beautiful trekking routes in Nepal, where you can capture thousands of nice photos and video during your trek here if you are looking for shooting the best photos of Mountain and mountain people lifestyle in the same time than Manaslu circuit photography trek would be the best option for photographers.

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(6) Langtang valley and Gosaikunda lake photography Trek 

Langtang valley and Gosaikunda Lake is third popular trekking destination after Annapurna and Everest in Nepal. Located north of Kathmandu valley, by driving 7 to 8 hours (147km) to reach in the trekking starting point at Sybrubesi. The Langtang and Gosaikunda Lake lie in Langtang national parks. Langtang national park is a very popular and beautiful national park among nine other national parks in Nepal.

Langtang valley and Gosaikunda Lake provide a beautiful mountain range, landscapes, wildlife, religions, local people habitation, waterfall, rivers including the holy Gosaikunda lakes.

Moreover, you will have a great chance to shoot many nice photographs and scenic videos of this region.  Kyanging RI  (alt. 4800m) higher viewpoint is the most popular spot for shoots nice photos of mountain, glaciers, and lakes many more.! You will also have a great chance to encounter with local people and their daily basic lifestyle, as well you can capture good photos and visit old monasteries and Chhortens.

During the trek you will see many wildlife likely, different types of monkeys, leopard, dare, forest pig and different spices of birds, mixed jungle, flowers and flora, and fauna many more.

Gosaikunda lake is one of the most popular trekking routes in the Langtang region

After complete the Langtang valley trek with nice photographs, you will descend to Thul sybrubesi and another long ascend to Gosaikunda lake for shoot nice photos of more panoramic mountains view and beautiful holy Gosaikunda lakes. From Laurebinahie pass (alt. 4600m) you will see a magnificent panoramic view of Langtang Himal, Ganesh  Himal, Annapurna mountain ranges, and Manaslu mountain ranges. So in photograph, you can capture many mountain ranges summit.

Doing photography  Langtang valley and Gosaikunda trek is really worth it,  you will have a great chance to shoot many photos and video of mountains, landscapes, lakes, snowcaps, sunrise and sunset, nature, wildlife many more.

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Best Time to visit Nepal for Photography Tour / Trek

 

The best time to shoot the best photograph in Nepal is autumn (September, October, and November), and spring season (March, April, and May) is the best season. The weather will be perfect, no rain less chance to be cloudy in mountains. most of the day it will be the sunshine day, while you are in Nepal in this season you will not regard the weather in Nepal.

The temperature will be the comfort and in autumn and spring season weather will be neither cold nor hot in the mountain. You will feel comfortable and warm while you are in Nepal for a photography tour or trek. Autumn and spring are the perfect time for photography trek and tour in Nepal.

If you are looking for only short treks and tours around Kathmandu, Pokhara, and Chitwan then winter also a good time, but in winter photography trek in the mountain is not so good idea because of the weather will be not sports and it will be very cold and snowing. So for best photograph view is in autumn and spring is the perfect time for all photographers

Final say:

 

 

Nepal photography treks and the tour is a very popular destination in the world. Here you can shoot millions of best photographs and videos of the Himalaya, people, landscapes, Hills, Nature, culture many more. Here are many opportunities to captured many mountain summits in one photograph.

If anyone one looking for a photography tour or trekking in Nepal then please do not hesitate to contact us we are only one company who organize Nepal photography tour and treks from a long time, we take only 4 to 5 people in one group. We assure you what you pay us we will return back you more than this, as much as we can do from our side.

We have a good trainer photographer’s guide who has work professionally for a long time. They work as photography as their profession, our main am is how to satisfy our valuable clients with our safety, security, and service during you’re staying here.  So please do not hesitate to contact us anytime as your friend and family, we are very happy to be your help anytime

 

About Annapurna Mountain.

Annapurna Mountain Range , There are many beautiful and world-renowned mountains in Nepal, such as Mt. Everest, Mt. Kanchenjunga, Mt. Makalu, Mt. Dhaulagiri, and many more, but the popularity of the Annapurna mountain range exceeds many others. Annapurna I, II, III, IV, and Annapurna South are all part of the Annapurna mountain range. It takes at least 3 weeks to explore the entire Annapurna mountain range. The Annapurna circuit via Thorong La pass (5416m.) ending at the Annapurna base camp is the best way to explore the entire Annapurna mountain range. Annapurna II, which is just 40 meters shorter than 8000 m, is the first mountain visible from just before Chame. If, as scientists say, the Indian plate and Tibetan plate continue to collide and gradually increase the elevation of the Himalaya Mountains, then Annapurna II will be the second mountain in the Annapurna range over 8000 meters. Annapurna IV and III are seen west of Annapurna II. Gangapurna and Tilicho peaks are other popular mountains in the Annapurna range. Pisang and Braka Manang are 1000-year old villages whose people migrated from Tibet long ago. During this 3 week-long tour, the world’s highest lake, Tilicho Lake (4940m.) is another sight that cannot be missed. After seeing Annapurna II, III, IV, and others, then you must cross the world’s longest pass, Thorong La, to see Annapurna I. Many people cross this pass nearly all year-long (depending on weather conditions), but it is busiest in the autumn and spring.

Annapurna I alt. 8091m.view from Annapurna base camp.

The tallest mountain in the Annapurna range, Annapurna I (8091 m), has an interesting story. Before declaring Mt. Everest as the tallest mountain, Annapurna I was declared the highest mountain for some years when British surveyors reached Annapurna and measured an elevation over 8000 m. They called this mountain the top of the world, but later on, when they went further east and found higher peaks, Mt Everest then became the highest known mountain. Somehow, however, Annapurna I took this crown for some years. There are many technically difficult mountains to climb, and Annapurna I am among them. Exploring the beautiful Kaligandagi Gorge (the world’s deepest gorge), between the Annapurna range and Dhaulagiri, is an exciting experience. The holiest mountain Mt. Fishtail is another attraction of this trek. Just over 6000 meters high, this mountain looks like the Burgee Khalifa tower.

How difficult is the Annapurna circuit trek ?

The beginning of the Annapurna Circuit is easy and slowly increases in difficulty after a week. After crossing Thorong La (alt. 5416m), the trail becomes a bit easier again, until arriving at Tatopani. After Tatopani, the trail is a bit difficult until reaching Annapurna base camp. It is highly recommended that you take a guide and porter to help make your Annapurna experience memorable and comfortable.

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Culture

 

The trek begins in an area of the Annapurna conservation area called Lamjung, where the majority of people belong to the Gurung, Chhatri, and  Bharman ethnics group, a people known for their friendliness and hospitality. Gurungs have their own Buddhist calendar, language, festivals, and beautiful songs, although some are also part of the Hindu religion. Around day 5, when you will reach the Manang District, which is typically called the heart of Annapurna, you will experience a more interesting culture. The people of Manang migrated from Tibet thousands of years ago and believe in Buddhism. When one of Nepal’s kings witnessed their difficult living conditions in 1800 AD, one member of each family was given the opportunity to work in Hong Kong under full government sponsorship. Today, as a result of this policy and the influx of money from tourism, the Manang has become Nepal’s wealthiest ethnic group.

 

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Accommodation.

Nice and clean guest houses are available from the beginning to the end of the trek. In some places, like Manang, Jomsom, Ghorepani, and Ghandruk, you can get a room with an attached bathroom. Other places may not have an attached bathroom but are still nice and clean.

 

Food

Delicious food  in the mountain,)Most guesthouses have their own restaurant, where they provide locally grown organic Nepali food. The Annapurna Conservation Project trains local people to cook.

 

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Apples

A famous apple Garden village in the mountain. (Marpha alt. 2660m)

Nepal’s best apple farms are located in an area of Lower Mustang called Marpha. Many farmers sell apples commercially to major cities like Pokhara and Kathmandu. Marpha is also famous for apple brandy.

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Weather in Annapurna region:

September, October, and November (autumn), and March, April, and May (spring) best time to visit the Annapurna region for trekking in Nepal.  Both seasons are the perfect time to complete the trekking and climbing an Annapurna region of Nepal.

Autumn: (September, October, and November)

From mid-September to the end of the November is good weather in mountains including an Annapurna region of Nepal, autumn season start after the monsoon season ends here, in autumn the weather will be perfect for Trekking, and Climbing here, most of the days it will be sunshine, clear and blue sky, very less chance to rain and snow in the mountains, the cold wind and cloudy will be still not descending to the lower part of mountains, so from mid-November in the higher parts of the trek or near big mountains area, the cold winds and the temperature can be slowly changed and increasing day by day into the cold, and it can befall fresh snow around the mountains, but not for a long time just for fewer hours and the following  morning you will have a great mountains view with fresh snow, it happens only sometimes. November fresh snow will be not frozen like in winter in Himalaya so it will be no problems for a walk on the trail during your trek.

So we would highly recommend, please trek an Annapurna in autumn season is the best time for good and clear mountains view and in this season in Nepal celebrate several festivals, like Dhashaen, Tihar, Chhat, and Loshar more…

 

Spring (March, April, and May.)

Trekking in the Annapurna region in the spring seasonSpring season, from mid – March to the end of May is the best month for trekking in Nepal including the Annapurna region. Spring season is always beautiful moments for growing new plants, new seeds, and blooming various types of flowers around the Himalayas, spring start after winter ended in Nepal, As my experience, the early march would be still snowing and cold in mountains, because of winter is just ends but from the end of March, the temperature will be move-in hot and day by day it will be changed in very hot especially when you walk through the mountains landscapes. slowly cold winds will be a move to higher parts of the mountains most of the day it will be sunshine and it comes after very clear and crystal mountains view as well the landscapes will be changed from dry to green and many trees will be blooms flowers around of mountains, so spring is the new season of this year. Sometimes an afternoon it might be some fresh snow that comes around you and make feel colder with cold winds, but the following morning you will have a clear mountains view with fresh snow. So I would highly recommend you all spring is the second good trekking season in Nepal after the autumn season.

Winter season: from mid- December to February is the winter in Nepal,

This month into the mountains it will be lots of snowing and cold, so winter is a not perfect time for a long trek or higher passes treks in Nepal, but small. And short days trek still you can do nearly by the Pokhara, Kathmandu.

Monsoon season: from  June, July august to mid- September.)

The monsoon season here, it will be a lots rain and cloudy, so it’s not a good idea to make a plan to visit Nepal for trekking in higher parts of the mountain, but still, you can visit in Nepal for short treks, and sightseeing around the Kathmandu, Chitwan, Lumbini, and  Pokhara, and still you can also trek in less rain area of Nepal likely Upper mustang trek, Dolpa region trek, Humla, Jumla, Rara lake trek, Limi valley trek. Many more

 

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Popular Trekking routes an Annapurna region:

1. Annapurna circuit trek 14 days.

An Annapurna region, Annapurna circuit trek is the old and famous trekking route since trek routes were open by governments.  Annapurna circuit trek means to complete the walk around Annapurna mountains ranges, after car road building close to the mountain, off- course trekking trail was destroyed and now, the new trekking route starts from Darapani or Bagarchhap after a long drive from Kathmandu.  the old route was started from Beshishar when driving rode is opened then you can hide several days trek in lower parts of the Annapurna circuit trek, I don’t suggest you always don’t go directly lower altitude to higher altitude even car rode go more further ahead, If you go directly long drive near mountain it can be dangerous from high altitude and your trek can’t be successful, because of the high altitude can badly affect your trek. So as my long experience start your trek from a lower altitude and go slowly to a higher part of the trek.

Annapurna circuit trek location is in between the Manaslu and Annapurna mountains ranges in the northeast and far west of Upper mustang valley and Mount Dhaulagiri rages. An Annapurna circuit trek you will see three above eight thousand over mountains such as Mount Annapurna I (8091m), Manaslu (8167m), and Mount Dhaulagiri (8186m) including hundreds of Annapurna mountains peaks, and rare culture, religions, beautiful landscapes, different types of ethnic groups, Muktinath temples, old monastery’s and Chhorten many more read more.

 

(2) Ghandruk Trek via Ghorepani 

Ghore pani -Ponn Hill Trek (alt. 3210m)

Ghandruk trek via poon hill viewpoint is one of the most popular trekking routes in the Annapurna region, this short and sweet trek gives many opportunities to explore a panoramic Annapurna mountain ranges from a close distance. if you don’t have many days in Nepal but still want to get a trekking experience before return to home then this route is perfect for you and also those who are learning about trekking in mountains before going adventure treks in other parts of the Himalayas it would be a good idea to go Ghorepani – Poon Hill trek first. From Poon Hill viewpoint (alt 3210m), you will have a magnificent Annapurna, and Dhaulagiri mountains view including many Himalayas peaks Read more

 

(3) Annapurna Base Camp Trek: 

Annapurna base camp trek is a very famous and beautiful trekking route an Annapurna region. Annapurna base camp means you will trek in the base camp of Annapurna I mountain. This 7 days short trek will take you through beautiful landscapes to very close to Mt. Annapurna I (8091m), Mt. South Annapurna, (7210) Mt. Himal Chuli (alt. 6419m) and Mt. Fishtail (alt.6893m), and the biggest and longest glacier an Annapurna region, Along the way you will cross several suspension bridges, Hills, waterfall, habitation, and fertile lands, domestic’s animals, wildlife’s, many more. For details itinerary and cost please Read more

 

(4) Mardi Himal Trek:

Mardi Himal Trek is located in the south range of Mt. fishtail and just right above hills from Annapurna base camp. Mardi Himal trek begins from Kade after one hour drive from Pokhara, beginning of the trek you will walk through the pristine forest of Bamboo, Oke pine, rhododendron trees, wildlife, different spices of birds until the high camp of Mardi Himal trek, when you reach on top of Mardi Himal viewpoint (alt. 4600m) you will have a magic mountain’s view of whole Annapurna and fishtail (Machapuchre)  mountains from a very close distance.  Mardi Himal base camp or Mardi Himal viewpoint is the best mountain views in an Annapurna region. From the top of the viewpoint you will be able to catch on one picture many mountains and landscapes, so this is the short and sweet trekking route in Nepal. After exploring the Annapurna Range Mountains you will return back to Pokhara via lawng villages, in these pristine and beautiful villages you will be welcome by delicious food and great cultural dance by local people before your trek end. Read more

 

(5)  Khaire lake Trek / Annapurna Dhaulagiri Trek

Khaire Lake Trek  is the holy lake in an Annapurna region. Khaire Lake located beneath of south Annapurna Mountain (alt. 7210m.) behind the Ghorepani – Poon hill viewpoint (alt. 3210m), and bordering with mount Dhaulagiri and Annapurna I (8091m).

Khaire lake trek has another name given by trekkers, call Annapurna – Dhaulagiri trek, because of you will reach a very close distance of both mountain fits of rage during this trek, and Khaire Lake Trek is also a newly open trekking route an Annapurna region, this route is not as crowded like an Annapurna base camp or Annapurna circuit trek. Annapurna Dhaulagiri trek is a much quiet and cool environment trekking trail in this region.

Khaire lake /Annapurna –Dhaulagiri trekking route begins after a few hours’ drive from Pokhara to Naya pool and basically you will walk from here, earlier of this trek you will trek through beautiful landscapes, waterfall, rivers, suspensions bridges, local people habitation, fertile paddy lands, many more. From begging of this trek to the end of the trek you would have panoramic mountains view of the whole Annapurna range, Machhapuchre,(fishtail)  and Dhaulagiri mountains view from a close distance.

Khaire lake (alt. 4600m)  is the last destination of this trek, from Khobra dada, (alt. 3800m) you will go a day hike to Khire lake (7 to 8 hours walk),  it’s the holy lake of this region, to reach this lake means almost you are touching to mount south Annapurna and mount Bhara Shikhar. This secret lake is protecting by local governments, and every year in the full moon in august many local pilgrims use to visit here. Read more

 

(6)  Nar -Phu valley and Kangla pass (alt. 5320m) Trek:

Nar- Phu village, a very old Tibetan village in the Manag district of Nepal

Nar – Phu valley trekking is located northeast from Manag villages and bordering with Tibetan, China. This is the newly open trekking route an Annapurna region, and it’s open for tourists from 2003. this hidden valley trekking route is giving a big opportunity of unexplored vicinity and reach into the massive Annapurna, and  Dhaulagiri ranges, including a great chance to visit six to seven hundred years old Tibetan culture in Nar and Phu gaun.

Nar – Phu again are remote, close to the mountain, and behind the Annapurna Mountains range old Tibetan village in the upper part of the Manag district of Nepal. More than 5 to 600 years go people from Tibet immigrate to this hidden valley of Nepal. Nar- Phu and Tibet is close bordering each other, it’s just bordering with few mountains and snowcaps, and easy to excess those who live in this area for local trade, like yaks wool, and meet, ship meet, food, clothes, etc…!  Monsoon season is the best time to live here and suitable temperature for farming and spend daily basic life, they can go to Tibet in one day and come back the same day for local trade, monsoon season (May, June, and July) is the good life in this area because of less rain and temperature will be perfect neither hot nor cold.  In winter most of the people descend to down in warm places like in Pokhara and Kathmandu because in winter it will be lots snowing here.

Kang-La pass (alt 5320m) is another adventure and famous high passes an Annapurna region. after explore these old villages you shall cross the Kang-la pass (5320m) from top of the pass you will see a magnificent view of Annapurna massive and Dhaulagiri ranges including several popular mountain peaks of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mount range. Kang-la pass link with an old and classical trail call Annapurna circuit trek from Nawal villages, after cross this high and adventure pass you will be trek northwest of Annapurna mountain via Manag – Yak Kharkha – Phedi or high camp and cross Thorong – La pass (5416m) and trek back to Muktinath – Jomsom and finally fly to Pokhara from Jomsom and drive or fly to Kathmandu next day Read more 

 

(7) Tilicho Lake Trek:

Tilicho Lake (alt.4900m) is located west from Manag villages and lying down beneath of Tilicho peak (alt. 7134m,) Tilicho Lake is one of the highest lakes in the Annapurna region of Nepal. this popular and beautiful lake is one of the most attractive tourist destinations in an Annapurna region now, so many domestic and international trekkers use to visit this lake every year In good weather time. Once you reach the lake you will have a panoramic view of the Annapurna Mountains and you will be very close to the lake and, this is the best spot for the photographer and spends your quality time.

Tilicho lake trek is a part of the Annapurna circuit trek, you can go a side trip for fewer days from Manag village, and meet the trail in yak Kharka via Shiri Kharkha. This is the route link with the Annapurna circuit trek.

We highly suggest for trekkers, those who want to visit this beautiful lake please hire a professional guide to get there, because of Tilicho lake trail is more adventure and difficult trail, fewer places you have to cross long landslide route, quit often a big rock are falling from the above hill and the trail is very narrow and especially when heavy snowing here it’s very difficult for fine the right trail, so many individual trekkers lost. Read More 

 

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Mount Annapurna region is offered several Trekking and  Climbing routes. The trek routes start from easy to hard an Annapurna region, such as Ghorepani Poon Hill, Ghanduruk village trek , Annapurna base camp, Khaire lake trek countimg in short treks in an Annapurna, and Annapurna circuit, Nar-Phu valley trek with Kang-la pass, Tilicho lake, with Meso Kanta pass are adventure and hardest treks routes in an Annapurna region. and if you planing for climbing above 6000m peaks in an Annapurna those peaks are popular likely – Chulu west peak climbing – Pisang peak climbing – Chulu far east peak climbing and Thorong peak climbing many more… 

Before you planning trekking in an Annapurna, minimum to advance buddy fitness and mentally, physically you have to be ready. Does it depend on which trek you want to do? if you go adventure treks in then you have to be well prepare and if you just planning for a short and easy trek in an Annapurna then minimum exercise is good enough.

We Nature Explore Trekking team are the best local experts as a local trekking and climbing agency in Nepal, we organize all types of outdoor and indoor activities since 2015. We have a great team who work with us full time and they are native from the mountains region of Nepal. Our guides know how to take care of and support our clients in the mountains. our main focus is your safety and security in the mountains, whatever we talk about here the same things we deliver in the mountain too. So if you are planning for trekking to Kanchenjunga or Everest region, Annapurna region, Langtang region, Manaslu circuit trek, and peak climbing in Nepal then Contact us anytime we are happy to be your help in Nepal as a local guide always.

Why the pikey peak trek is famous?

Pikey peak trek is one of the short and easy-grade trekking routes in Nepal. If you have a short visit to Nepal and looking for an easy and nice Trekking route in Nepal, or you are in Nepal for project work or volunteering somewhere in Nepal, and you want to see Mount Everest (alt. 8848m) from a close distance, before you return to your country in cheap cost then we assure you or your friends and family pikey peak trek is the best trekking trail in Nepal.

 

Pikey peak trekking route is known as the cheapest, and budget trekking route in the Everest region, if you have a big dream to see Mount Everest, but not enough time or you are tied in the budget, but still want to see Mount Everest in the cheapest way then pikey peak viewpoint trek is the best place to trek and explore the glory of mount Everest, Mount Makalu, Mount Kanchenjunga, and in far distance mount Annapurna and mount Manaslu, including many peaks.

You can also take your family in this trekking route, because of pikey peak trek is easy trekking and not adventure neither nor hardest trekking like Everest base camp trek or Annapurna base camp trek. The highest part of this trek is (alt.4065m pikey peak viewpoint) so this is not a difficult route as others in Nepal. Your kids or parents if they want to see Mount Everest with easy go, as well as the minimum risk of high altitude, and weather, this is the suitable trekking route for you and your family on your family holiday to Nepal.

Pikey peak trekking is a newly open trekking route located in the lower Khumbu region of Nepal. This beautiful trekking was opened by the government of Nepal recently. Pikey peak trek begins after a drive from  Kathmandu to Dhap Bazar in 8 to 9 hour by jeep, but if you want to hide a long drive journey then you can also take a short flight to Phaplu about 35 minutes, and drive to Dhap Bazar where your trekking start .if you go by drive then very early in the morning you will drive from Kathmandu via B.p High way to Dhap, once you leave the Kathmandu valley then mainly the driving rode is go through the biggest river call Sunkhosi to  Ghurmi bazaar, Afternoon continuing drive up to Okhaldhunga Bazar, already you will feel cool,  and fresh air from mountains, because of Okhaldunga bazaar is not a far from mountains snowcaps,  final another few hours’ drive from Okhaldhunga to Dhap via Pattale viewpoint (alt. 3500m), and this viewpoint is the border of two districts like Okhaldunga and Solukhumbu.

From Pattle viewpoint (alt3400m), you will see the early view of Mount Everest rages and many other mountain peaks, Hills, beautiful landscapes, monasteries, and temples, if the weather stays clear until you reach here.

Before you reach the highlights of pikey peak trek or at the top of pikey peak viewpoint (alt 4065m) you will trek through the fertile Sherpa people lands, pristine Sherpa villages, fascinating culture, charming people and their basic lifestyle, very old monasteries, Chorten,  waterfall, rivers, suspension bridges then after finally, you will reach at top of Pikey peak viewpoint t( alt. 4065m), from top of pikey peak viewpoint you will see  Mount Kanchenjunga Himalayas range in far east Nepal too in the west of Nepal mount Annapurna Himalayan range including in the central  Mount Everest, and Mt. Makalu Himalaya range, probably this is the best viewpoint to explore more than five 8000m higher mountains in same, and from the same viewpoint. Pikey peak itself is 4065-meter altitude from sea level which best place for seeing Mount Everest compare to any other place in lower Khumbu. This beautiful trek is a combination of mountain, nature, culture, and monasteries which is a rare beautiful trek in lower Khumbu region.

In this big world, there are many beautiful countries to see so once people come in Nepal they maybe don’t have enough time to come back again time, finance and priority wise to see different countries of the world   so

First climber of Mount Everest and legendary sir. Edmond Hillary from New Zealand also recommended this trek for those trekkers who have short vacations and still don’t want to miss seeing the top of the world once they are in Nepal.

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Pikey peak trek itinerary

Day 1: Arrived in Kathmandu, (alt.1300m)

Day 2  Trek preparation day, (alt.1300m)

Day 3: Drive to Dhap,  8 to 9 hours,(altitude 3000m.)

Day 4: Trek to Jhapre, 4 to 5 hours ( altitude, 2920m.)

Day 5: Trek to pikey base camp, 5 to 6 hours ( altitude, 3640m.)

Day 6: Trek to pikey peak viewpoint (alt4065m.)   and trek down to Traktor (altitude 3020m), 7 to 8 hours.

Day 7: Trek to Jun best (3 to 4 hours), altitude,  alt. 2700m

Day 8: Visit Thupten Chholing monasteries and stay Jumbesi. altitude,  alt. 2700m4 to 5 hours)

Day 9: Trek back to  Phaplu  4 hours,(altitude, 2420m.) your trip is hands here.

Day 10: Drive to Kathmandu,( altitude, 1350m) OR you can take a short flight from Phaplu to Kathmandu (30 minutes).

Suggested packing list for pikey peak trek :

1 Day bag

2 Water bottles 

3 Trekking boots. 

4 Flip-flops 

5 Sunglass 

6 Woolen hats 

7 Headlights. 

 

8. Gloves
9. Inner shit 
10. Sleeping bag. 
11. Full t-shirt 2 pair
12. Half t-shirt 2 pair

13Long trousers 2 pair

14. Inner trousers 2 pairs. 
15. Shocks full 2 pair 
16. Shocks half 2 pairs. 
17. down jacket 
18. Sweater 
19. Raincoat 
20. Walking poles 
21. Sun cream
22. Half jacket.

A major attraction in pikey peak trek

(1) Pikey peak viewpoint which is the best viewpoint of mt. Everest, Makalu, and Numbur Himal from Pattle to mount Everest range from a panoramic view.

(2) Explore the Sherpa culture and their religions.

(3) Lower Khumbu biggest Thupten Chholing monasteries (in your rest day in Jumbesi visit Thupten Chholing monasteries which are locally called non as Thuptuncheli monastery) 

(4) A test of organic local food and drinks.

(5) A scenic drive from Kathmandu to Dhap or Pattale dada.

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Important & Helpful tips for pikey peak trek: 

1.  Respect local people and culture.
2.  Respect local religion.
3.  Walk from the clock way when you see Buddhist mane walls during trekking.
4. .Do not disturb wildlife,
5.  Do not make noise during jungle walks.
6. Walk-in wall side when any of domestic animals coming from an opposite site such as yak, Zokpyo, and donkey
7.  Start talking from namaste when you meet local people or Tashi Delek sherpa people use” Tashi Delek” 

 

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What to not miss in pikey peak trekking in Nepal:

1- Eat Potatoes...

Khumbu region organic potato is the best potato in Nepal, definitely every homestay you will get varieties of potato items that themselves feed you from their regular cooking but you can try one meal boiled potato with local paper pickle.

2- Explore Sherpa culture.

Every eastern part of Nepal in the mountain area an ethnic group living which is called Sherpa but Khumbu region sherpa proudly says that they were the first to come and established here so best please to experience Sherpa hospitality and their culture is in this trek.

3- Visit Thupten Chholing monastery…

There are many other places you can see Buddhist monasteries but a historical more than hundred years old huge monastery you can see only in this trek, here you can see monks regular activities like morning and evening regular prayer, their living style, and very perfectly decoration of the monastery.

What types of Vegetation & fauna  we can see in pikey peak trek:

Pikey peak trek is like other popular destinations also famous for seeing verities of Vegetation and much wildlife. Spring season if you are marching and May month you can closely see rhododendron in every corner of every single day, where more than 20 species of rhododendron found in lower Khumbu and it is blooming up every single tree and making the forest so much colorful. Similarly, other verities of the tree can see in this trek like pine, juniper. And many more.

Differently here can be seen many wild animals like black bear, barking deer, leopard, musk deer as well as domestic animal chauri gai(mixed of yak and hill cow), and above 3000 meters yak can be found.

 

What is the best season to trek in pikey peak?

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When we recommend the best time to trek is obviously no doubt to say autumn and spring season which is month-wise, September – October – November – December, and march-April and may, these both seasons are the best recommendation season to trek, as usual, another part of Nepal. for the panoramic view to capture in your camera if we rank number one season and number two we put number one for the autumn season and number two spring because after monsoon sky is far clear so you can see distance view easily. In the spring season, some misty and hazy can be a little bit of disturb. So out of 10 autumn season gets 10 points and the spring season gets 8 points.

More facts about pikey peak trekking. 

Pattale- Dhap Bazar- and pikey peak are three major viewpoints to see the top of the world. Among the three of them, pikey peak is one of the best viewpoints. But at some point when some time unluckily bad weather at pikey peak viewpoint then you don’t need to worry too much because there are still chances to was top of the world beginning of the trek few days as well as on the way driving back to Kathmandu when you have to drive back via pattale and Dhap Bazar.

 Thupten Chholing monastery (most beautiful and huge monastery in Khumbu region) 

Thupten Chholing monastery is one of the biggest Buddhist monasteries in all Khumbu regions and no doubt to be the biggest in lower Khumbu. Stabilized in 1960 by Trulshik Rimpoche, he left Tibet because of the threat from the current situation in Tibet. In this monastery there are more than 750 monks and nuns live and study and every year some numbers of Tibetan keep coming somehow they also get food and place to live at Thubten chholing monastery until the time they are not properly settled well or in their choice if they are nuns and monks then they can continuously join for further studies

What other treks are in the lower Khumbu region? 

1 -Pikey peak trek & Dudh Kunda lake trek

2 – Dudh Kunda lake trek

3 – Numbur base camp trek

4 – Mera base camp trek lower route

5- Jiri – Everest base camp trek

6-Salley –  Everest base camp trek

Manaslu circuit Trekking  in October, November (autumn), and mid-March, April, and May (spring) is the best time of year. In this fall the weather will be perfect and sunshine most of the time.  autumn starts in Nepal after the monsoon finishes, and the cold wild is still not descending to the lower parts of the mountains, most of days it will be more sunshine and clear and crystal view of mountains and hills from a close distance, and the temperature will be reliable in these months, autumn is the best time of the year for all Nepalese too, because of the in this fall we celebrate many festivals like Dhasaen, Tihar,  Chhat, and  Lhoshar.  Spring season trekking to Manaslu is another great time; from mid-March to the end of May is the best time after autumn. Spring starts after winter, winter here is lots of snowing in the mountains region, winter is short months that we feel and spring again starts with warm temperatures, and a new season for all flowers and sides, when the temperature rises then cold wind goes to higher in mountains, and most of the time you will have clear mountains view, sunshine day, warm temperature, fewer winds, so spring, and autumn are the best time to trek to Manaslu.

Manaslu circuit trekking route is very popular trekking route in Nepal, Manaslu circuit trekking route is located in North -West from Kathmandu, and northeast of Ghorkha districted of Nepal, Manaslu trek is more closely located in beneath of Mount Manaslu (alt 8167m) which is the world 8^th highest mountains ranked and bordering with a massive Annapurna mountains range and northeast of the Manaslu trek is close to Tibet, China.

Manaslu circuit trekking means walking around the corner of mount Manaslu which is standing an elevation of 8167m from sea level.  This massive mountain offers such a beautiful trekking route around, and from begging to ends of the Manaslu circuit trekking you will have a great chance to explore the beauty of Nature, close view of mount Manaslu (alt.8167m) including several mountains peaks, fascinating culture, religions, and charming people and pristine Tibetan villages, and their daily lifestyle.

Our clients also ask when is the Manaslu circuit trek route open for trekkers?

For the first time Manaslu trekking route open from 1992, and Manaslu circuit trek route is newly open trekking route to compare with mount Everest region trekking route and Annapurna region trekking in Nepal, earlier when it was open at that time this route is not famous as Everest and Annapurna or Langtang valley trekking, because of lack of good enough information from Nepal governments, after several years latter this route is becoming very popular trekking in  Nepal, because of amazing mountains view from close distance likely Mt. Manaslu  (alt. 8167m), Ganesh himla (alt 7425m)  Himal chuli (alt. 7894), Nike peak alt. 7854m), Larke peak  (alt.6223m), including a pristine forest, Waterfalls, Suspension Bridge over the Budhi Gandaki river, snowcaps, a panoramic view of  Manaslu range, charming people and their warm welcome to gust,  fascinating culture, and religions from a long time, a magic landscapes local people habitations are the main attraction to the trekkers.

Another most popular highlights of this trek are cross the Larke- la pass (alt.5130) it’s the best viewpoint to watch mount Manaslu and several others mountains, this pass is the hardest pass of this trek, after cross larker-la pass you will come back to another side mountains near an Annapurna mountains ranges.  Some people also call for Manaslu circuit trek, larke la pass trek, but both names are the same and trekking route, the itinerary is the same.

Manaslu circuit trek begins   after 7 to 8 hours drive from Kathmandu to Soti Khola by bus, but here is  another option  go by privet jeep or car then for hide a local bus and crowded inside but then ,by privet jeep or car it will be take a  less hours then in by public bus, basically you will walk from Sotikhola , almost for one week you will trek in between two big hills through the Budhi Gandaki River till the Namrung villages, you will see first view of  mount manaslu from close distance  from Lho  gaun (alt 3100m),  Lho  gau Sama gaun  old and typical people live here ,  where you can still see traditional villages ,  pristine monasteries and chhorten  and  beautiful painted house , and  Lho, Sama gaun , samdu  villages  are very close Tibet border, where you can see old monasteries , Chhorten,  pry flag,  and many monks, religiously people who live here they more respect and pry for Buddha, and they are Buddhist, while you trek though this beautiful  landscapes and  region ,  you will have a free time to visit in morning or an evening. After the visit, this nice part of this trail you will continually trek towards to Samagaun – Samdu – Dharmasala, and cross the challenging Larke – la pass alt 5130m.

Crossing Larke la pass is a quite challenging day of Manaslu circuit trek, you will start your day very early in the morning to get on top of Larke la pass before wind start, from top of the pass you will see strengthen the view of Manaslu and Annapurna mountains range from a close distance, then you will trek another side of Manaslu Mountain and meet to the classical trek route of Annapurna circuit trek.  if you have more time, and still you want to extend trek then you can trek continue to Annapurna circuit, or if you have limited time only for Manaslu circuit trek then you can take a jeep from Dharapani and drive back to Kathmandu via Beshishar.

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Attraction part of Manaslu circuit trek:

1. Trek around 8000m high mountains (Mt.Manaslu)
2. Cross popular Larke la pass (alt. 5130m)
3. Visit local people habitation, culture, and religions
4. Visit old monastery in low gaun and Sama gaun.
5. Hike to Mahendra Tal or Manaslu base camp from Sama gaun.
6. Trek through the Budhi Gandaki River and take a hot shower in natural hot spring.
7. Explore the beautiful landscapes, and visit old and traditional Tibetan villages.
8. Enjoy watching a magnificent Manaslu mountain view from a close distance.
9. A taste of Nepali organic food and drinks with warm hospitality.
10. Visit in old heritage sites in Kathmandu before and after the trek.

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(In between Bhimthang and Tilche after cross Larke pass (alt 5130m)

Manaslu Circuit Trekking Itinerary

1. Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to your Hotel. (Alt. 1300m)
2. Preparation Day.
3. Drive to Soti Khola from Kathmandu (alt. 740m.),8 to 9 hours
4. Trek from Soti Khola to Machhhi Khola (alt. 920m),5 to 6 hours
5. Machhi Khola to Jagat, 6 to 7 hours, (alt. 1440m.)
6. Jagat to Dang, 7 to 8 hours,(alt. 1886m)
7. Dayng to Nyak or Ghap, 6 to 7, hours (alt. 2150m.)
8. Nayak or Ghap to Lho gaun  5 to 6 hours, (alt.3100m)
9. Lho to Sama gaun , 4 hours, (alt 3520m)
10. Sama gaun rest day, ( Hike to Manaslu base camp)
11. Samagaun to  Samdu,  3 hours, (alt. 3900m)
12. Sandu to Dharma Sala  (Larke la pass base camp), 3 hours (alt 4200m)
13. Dharmasala to Larke – la passes (alt. 5130m) and trek to Bhimthang alt 3700m), 10 to 11 hours.
14. Bhim thang to Dhara pani  7 to 8 hours ( alt1900m)
15. Drive back to Kathmandu via Beshishar, 9 to 10 hours. (Alt 1300m)

Note: above given itinerary is only my suggest itinerary and generally, most trekkers use to follow this itinerary, but if you want to do this trek with a different itinerary like little longer or a bit shorter then our suggested itinerary, then you can extend your trek itinerary with us; we are flexible to make an itinerary anytime. You can customize your trek accordingly your interest and timetable.

Manaslu circuit trekking guide Hire and Daily wages:

Manaslu circuit trek required a government license holder guide, because of the Manaslu region is a restricted area of Nepal, every restricted area of Nepal if you plan for a trek then you should hire a guide, without a guide it’s not possible and you can’t go. And when you go for cheek your entrée permits to police cheek post or in Manaslu conservation office they always ask you about the guide, if you don’t have a guide then they will return back you the same way down. The guide is always helpful in a difficult situation such as if encase snowing in mountains, landslides, avalanches, loss the trail, high altitude sickens, so guide is necessary to have in Manaslu circuit trek, so hire a professional guide, who have been there with groups many times, and most professional guide know about culture, nature, and landscape of the region, while you trek through the valley guide will explain about following programs, and all information.

Professional guide cost per day $ 35 to 38 including guide food, accommodation, and insurance encase for emergency only. In the market, if you search you can also get in cheap wages guide, but they might not well enough experience and idea how to work in mountains with groups. We suggest you pay a bit more and get more information and knowledge about the Manaslu region trek which makes your trip lifetime remember with great trekking experience for you.

Manaslu circuit trek restricted area permits:

While you trek to Manaslu circuit you need to arrange restricted permits, and two conservation permits of Manaslu and Annapurna, which you can make in Kathmandu in the immigration office, you can’t make it individually, you have to go through the trekking agency and guide, before making your restricted and conservation permits they required many documents which will prepare by the trekking agency.

Manaslu restricted area permits cost for week  September to November $100 per person and if you stay longer than one week then you have to pay per day $15 per and December to August for one week $75 per person and if you stay longer than one week then per day $ 10  per head. Minimum you need to have two people for making restricted permits.

Manaslu conservation and Annapurna conservation entrée fee is per person $30 for each conservation, and permits are valid for a month.

Manaslu circuit trek difficulty:

Trekking to Manaslu circuit is not easy trekking routes in Nepal, it’s a moderate /difficult, and high adventure trekking routes in Nepal, for making a successful trek you need to have well prepared mentally and physically including a certain type of fitness level is always required for this types of the trek,  Manaslu circuit trekking is difficulty route so before you planning Manaslu circuit trek minimum you need to do basic train for 3 to 4 months likely physical exercise, running, walking, Hiking, cycling many more. This will be helping you especially when it comes to the high altitude.  Similar to the Manaslu circuit, another trekking route like Makalu base camp trek, Kanchenjunga base camp trek, Everest base camp trek are also very popular and you need to have a basic fitness level for all this types treks.

Manaslu Circuit Trek Distance

From begging of the trek to end of this trek, basically each day you will walk 8 to 9 km, in hours (6 to 7 hours) each day in promptly the total duration of this trek is 12 full walking days and 2 days is driving before trek start, and after the trek. Reach on top Larke – la pass  (alt. 5130m) accordingly my suggestion itinerary it takes 10 days, that means until the Larke la pass it will be 90 km to 95 km and rest of the trek will be 70 to 75 km before trek end in Beshishare, in total it will be 180km without two driving days.

Basically each day you will walk 6 to 7 hours a day, along the way you will have a lunch break, about one and a half house after lunch you will trek continue to your destination, but fewer days of this trek you need to talk very long and someday very shorter than you aspect so in promptly you will trek each day 6 to 7 hours each day.

Manaslu Circuit trek Weather and Temperature

Temperature:

begging of Manaslu circuit  trek it will be very hot temperature, because of your trek start  below 3000m, and when you go above 3000m then the temperature will slimly change itself and change into a bit colder compare to begging when you reach close to Manaslu mountain likely  Sama gaun, Samdu, and Larke pass it will colder than in lower parts of this trek, during the day you won’t feel colder when you walk, but in the early morning, and evening  it will be a bit colder  when you go outside for photographer and walk,  you will stay at the local tea house which is more insulated, and  warm dining hall,  Larke pass alt.5130m will be the hardest and cold parts of this trek, promptly  temperature will be in between  – 10 to 12) in the morning  and evening

Generally, most of the trekkers use to go very early morning before suns embark to cross the Larke or any other passes in the mountains, in the afternoon it will be windy and cold. I always suggest you same go very early morning on the high pass day. The important note is the weather is not predictable; please prepared well mentally and physically and bring warm clothes and good trekking boots.

Weather:

Autumn and spring are the best time to visit in Manaslu circuit trek, in this fall, the weather will be very clear and crystal, fewer winds, more sunshine, and no rain. October to end of the November is the best time for trekking to Manaslu, in these months; you would have great chance to see clear mountains view, the cold wind is not descending to the lower valley of this trek, very few chances for rain, most of the day it will be a sunshine day so I would highly recommend you if you are planning for Manaslu trekking then October and November are then the best time of the year.

Another season mid-march to end of May (spring) is a great season for trekking to Manaslu, yes these months are very good and clear weather, hot temperature, less rain, but it might be bit snowing and winds in the afternoon sometime, and you might feel a little cold, but in another hand, next morning the day starts with clear and sunshine, and you will have a great view of mountains with fresh snow and green trees with clear crystal weather. March, April, and May is the famous season for growing new seeds of flowers and trees, while you trek through the valley you will see many different types of flowers and spices of birds and animals. Spring season is always a good time to trek in mountains after an autumn season in Nepal.

High altitude sickness  in Manaslu Circuit Trek:

Manaslu circuit trekking start from lower elevation like (alt.740m) Soti Khola to the higher altitude of this trek is (alt.5130m Larke pass) and day by day you will rising up 300 to 400m higher, as you gradually ascending to higher altitude sickness also encasing slowly, once you reach at above 2500m above generally you will feel the high altitude, and the lake of oxygen in your buddy, acute mountain sickness (A.M .S) early systems are headache, vomiting, no appetite, light fever, extreme fatigue, breathing problem. High altitude is one of the most dangerous and harmful dieses in the mountain. You must think and make a quick decision about the prevention of this before it goes into the serious condition in the mountain.

High altitude systems:

1. Vomiting
2. Less appetite
3. Tiredness
4. Badly headache inside and mostly backside of the head.
5. Light fever
6. Shortness of breath etc…

Early Prevention of High altitude sickness:

1. Drink warm water
2. Garlic soup
3. 400 to 500 descending from the current location
4. Wear warm clothes and drink hot
5. Try to eat slowly
6. Stay communicates with your guide or friends.
7. For hiding, this altitude sickness hikes 200 to 300m ascends and descends from your tea house every day.
8. Take altitude medicine (Diamox) 125gm in 6 hours different) or if you have your own medicine with you accordingly your doctor advise
9. If in case your health is going into the poor condition then do not let immediately call evacuation. Your health is more important than everything.)

How to hide an altitude sickness in Manaslu circuit trek  

• Drink more water.
• Climb higher and sleep low.
• Do not go a directly higher place, 400 to 600 would the limited to go in one day, and Make acclimatization day (Rest day) in between the trail.
• Go with a professional guide and team who have a good enough knowledge about this.
• Do not drink alcohol above 3000m until the complete your trek.

Manaslu circuit trekking Packing list

1. Day back
2. Water bottle 2 pair
3. Trekking boots.
4. Flip-flops
5. Sunglass
6. Woolen hat
7. Headlight.
8. Extra camera battery
9. Gloves thick & thin
10. Inner shit
11. Sleeping bag.
12. Full t-shirt 3 pair
13. Half t-shirt 4 pair
14. 13Long trousers 2 pair
15. Inner trousers 2 pairs.
16. Shocks full 3 pair
17. Shocks half 3 pairs.
18. down jacket
19. Sweater
20. Raincoat
21. Walking poles
22. Sun cream
23. Half jacket.

Food and accommodation in Manaslu Circuit trek:

Food:

On this trek, you will have great hospitality, and delicious food from local tea house and home stay, don’t aspects like your hometown or western types of food, but still, you can eat basic food like Nepali dal bhat , breads, soups, noodles, potatoes, including lots of organic foods and drinks. And we suggest you please eat local organic food and support them, your money will go directly to them, Manaslu circuit trek is like Annapurna or Everest region, you can choose from the menu board and order at the restaurant every day.

Accommodation: 

From the beginning of the trek to end of the trek you will sleep in basic sharing base Tea house and lodges, Manaslu circuit trekking trail becomes a very popular trekking route in Nepal so many local people are building many nice tea houses along the route accept in Dharmasala or (the night before you pass Larke  ) because in this place governments still not authorized to build a nice tea house

Final Say

on the top of Larke pass (alt 5130m)

Manaslu Circuit treks are one of the most beautiful trekking routes in Nepal, where you can see, world 8^th  highest mountain including many beautiful mountains peaks. trekking to Manaslu is not an easy for beginners trekkers, compared to Everest base camp and Annapurna region, Manaslu and around trek including Larke pass trek is more adventure and count in hard treks in Nepal, so basically you have to be well prepared well with good enough fitness level.

We Nature Explore Trekking team are the best local experts as a local trekking and climbing agency in Nepal, we organize all types of outdoor and indoor activities since 2015. We have a great team who work with us full time and they are native from mountains region of Nepal. Our guides know how to take care of and support our clients in the mountains. Our main focus is your safety and security in the mountains, whatever we talk about here the same things we deliver in the mountain too. So if you are planning for trekking to Manaslu or Everest region, Annapurna region, Langtang region, Kanchenjunga base camp trek, and peak climbing in Nepal then Contact us anytime we are happy to be your help in Nepal as a local guide.

Makalu Basecamp  trek in  October/November is the best season to trek in Makalu Barun National Park. October and November are non as the autumn season here in Nepal. After several monsoon months in Nepal,  we have another great fall start with blue sky, sunshine days, less rain, and not so many clouds in the mountains from mid-September till the end of December, so then most of the trekkers come to the Himalayan country Nepal for Trekking, Climbing, and tour in this preferable weather in autumn, Compared to other trekking areas in Nepal Makalu-Barun national park is lately open for trekkers at 1992, and Mount Makalu (alt 8486m) higher first time climbed at 15 May 1955 by Lionel Terray, and Jean Couzy from french, but Annapurna, Langtang, and Everest region) Sagarmatha National Park was already popular for trekkers, and other tourism activities.

While you trek to Makalu base camp, it doesn’t matter late or early, but there is no other place where people can find one of the great adventure experiences of trekking, Climbing including different beauty of natural flora-fauna, cultural, social, massive big Makalu Mountain with many other over 7000m, 6000m. As well as the arum and Barun river is possible to see only at Makalu Barun National Park.

In the Makalu base camp trek, There is not yet properly made luxurious guests for tourists to spend overnight but basically, typical homestays are available in every place to reach Makalu base camp. Many companies and tourists still prefer organizing their won camping to feel more adventure and verities of continental Western food. Which is a little bit more expensive because all camping gear, food, cruise members, need to manage from Kathmandu. Which is not possible to manage locally in kadbari or Tumblingtar, But those tourists who also like to feel a bit of Nepali way, sleeping in dometry hall sharing with homestay families and other trekkers, Eat basic Nepali food Dal Bhat and trek costs cheaper than they can also trek nowadays in Makalu with hiring just guides and porter. But homestay trek possible until Makalu base camp, for those who want to go further different areas like sherpani-col, amphu laptsa, mera, or Kanchenjunga they have no other options then camping.

 

 

Makalu base camp, and Sherpini –col pass trek in details:

Makalu Barun national park is another hardcore adventure trip called sherpani-col high pass trek and this over 6000m. Adventure high pass trek most probably worlds tough trek, in between Makalu base camp trek and sherpani-col high pass trek up to until Makalu base camp daily itinerary is same but sherpani-col pass separated from Makalu base camps like in given below details and Makalu base camp return same way back to tumlingtar to get to the starting point of Makalu base camp trek and sherpani-col pass trek, we need to fly from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar it takes 55 minute which is the lowest altitude of this high adventure trek 450m, located in province 1 eastern Nepal, Sankhuwasava district’s Airport Tumlingtar

following Arun river for a while and take right side up towards Bhotebash via mane bhanjyang, once you are in Bhotebash you feel a little bit cooler in the hillside after some hours driving in hot temperature. While you reach the hillside than a beautiful place called Chichila from where you can see Makalu mountain range in distance, then again you down to num which is the last point of driving. Tumblingtar to num driving it takes around 4 to 5 hours. So you must stay in num for overnight to prepare for walking to Makalu base camp. Basic lodge in num, at least you can have good sleep and get some common Nepali food as well as some Chinese food. Next is for Seduwa which goes steep down again to Arun River around 600m.altitude and steep up to Seduwa, in 7 to 8 hours you can reach in Seduwa which is mostly walking in lots of sweating all day. Seduwa to Tashi gaun is easy to walk for a few hours and preparing for some bigger walk. After staying in Tashigaun next is for kongma dada. Which is big up around 8 to 10 hour take to reach in Kongma dada throughout forest walking all day? This day is good warming up for altitude and bit of training for Sherpani-col pass. Kongma-la to cross to the next day which is not that high pass but ground fugue most of the time and that makes little difficult to climb up and down to Dobato. This is again a big day and takes around 9 to 10 hours but can be less than an hour if the weather is clean. Once After Dobato, it is just down to Barun river and easy up to Yangri kharja, which is beautiful Makalu valley Yangri kharka and Makalu base camp valley it is the most beautiful scenery of Makalu range mountain day by day more and more once you reach in Makalu base camp it is just amazing beautiful of world top 5 big mountain base camp. Explore the barun glacier and rest is needed for the next destination.

Enjoying in a base camp then you go towards Swiss camp, walking distance looks not so long but walking into glacier stone makes it harder but still possible to make it by 4 to 5 hours with enjoying the front of Makalu mountain walking.

Swiss camp to high camp it is harder to accent up rocky hillside walking. 5600m. Non as called sherpani-col high camp located in the front for huge Iceland. Preparing for next to sherpani -col pass you need to acclimatize here for climbing training and get used to the altitude. Guide and climbing guide may prepare for the fixed rope to top off of sherpani -col top to make it easier for the next day to everyone. Early Morning Starts from high camp to sherpani -col top next is a challenging job. It may take 7 to 8 hours to reach the top. First 5 to 6 hour you can manage to reach the button of sherpani-col, every step after high camp sherpani-col top looks very near but due to crevasses   and hard snow makes it harder to keep walking somehow after struggling some hours lack of oxygen  to accent to button of sherpani-col then you have to go through rope to top for 200meters.untill top to reach its ok it is not very steep but still for porters to climb up it is not easy with carrying load once you are in top of sherpani -col at 6190 meters you can see west -col and huge ice field of baruntse camp ii in the west and stunning view of mount makalu it is always with you to go to camp site now it takes time because 250m.steep rocky part decent, here everyone need to go turn by turn normally guide make decision first to cross Clint and after other sherpa, kitchen crew  and porters carrying down potters load is most hard work, if few meter bag took wrong direction then bag can fall down to deep crevasses which is after woods very hard to pullback to right direction and it need many man power, so one person stay in turning point of ice fall and one person in the button to collect safely and one person stay in top manage load to send slowly down walking to baruntse camp ii it takes hours and hours. Looks like 10 times bigger than a football stadium it is huge ice field end of the field it is camp ii located where you spent overnight .similar strategy like Sherpani- col high camp, here also climbing guide and other crews go to prepare for west-col small accent and long descent for next day to make sure rope condition and other preparation.

This place is most probably one of the most beautiful places in this hole adventure trip.lap of barunte to sleep with seeing massif mount makalu is definitely there is no other place to something similar like this you are sleeping here over 6000m,so this can be tired and hard to sleep in this altitude in next morning  descending down  from west-col it is most hard pass in this trip among other passes  around 300 meter to decent street to baruntse camp i from west –col during descending time lose rock may fall and can hit anybody so you need to be careful personally too descending method are same as sherpani-col, guide need to sent  down clients first one by one and then after other crew member and potters load via rope even completely reach in the button of west-col still you need to be careful to falling crevasse, land and trail shape are always changing due to  heavy avalanche  during heavy snowfall time, doing hard job to decent down to  baruntse camp I then you will  more decent down to baruntse high camp for overnight stay, this day could be the hardest day no doubt. Next Days for amphu laptsa high camp which day is will be no high pass, just trek up to high camp for 5 to 6 hours and camp then one more day here is rest and prepare for another high pass Amphu laptsa(5900m.).here again, you sleep in 5400m but by this time you sleep more night in over 500m.so comfortably you can relaxing sleep. from high camp to amphu laptsa it takes around 2 to 3-hour maximum to reach on top, near the top here again you need to climb via rope but this one is easier and much safe the last pass of this trip in top when you reach you can again start seeing Everest regions mountain, which is completely different than previously you were seeing decent down from amphu laptsa top again one more last hard work which is 200 to 250 meter steep down south and turn  north to descend by rope finally you are in chhukung then difficult part of this trek is finished here than you will trek decend to Lukla fewer days and final last day of this trek you will take a short flight to Kathmandu from Lukla with great trekking experience with nature explore trek team

Makalu Base Camp and Shepini- Col pass Trek Highlights:

1. A magnificent Makalu, Everest and Kanchenjunga mountains, and many other mountains view from a close distance.
2. Visit several local villages and their culture, religions and basic daily lifestyle
3. Stay at homestay with warm hospitality.
4. Test of delicious organic food and drinks.
5. A scenic mountain flight to Tumlingtar from Kathmandu.
6. Cross Sherpini –Cola pass (alt. 6119m)with few times ascending and descending
7. Encounter with wild animal and birds domestic in Barun national park
8. One of the adventure and challenging trekking and climbing experience in life.
9. From begging to end of the trek is full of joy and excitement.
10. Unforgettable memories of trekking and climbing in Nepal.
11. Great chance of Photograph of big mountains from a close distance

Ethnic groups and religions of Makalu base camp and Sherpini –cal pass trek. 

Makalu Barun national park is also very important for a place for Hindus and Buddhist religious because of starting source of Barun river is Makalu glacier and Barun staring points and down below near sherson are an equally important place for both religions. So every summertime when there is not so cold and easy to go for all age people.

Specially Hindus people visit in the source of Barun river every July time with a shaman (jhakri) in a small groups from their own society and cast, such as Limbu, Rai, Chhetri, Tamang and some more cast to fulfill their pray in high altitude religious place.

Overall other lower populated areas of Makalu are similarly celibate many national festivals and their won festival as national calendar and their generation tradition. Higher up sherpa culture have followed same as Buddhist Colander.

 Popular Vegetation in Makalu Base Camp trek:

From 400m. Meter Arun Valley to 4000m.Yargri kharka valley there is found probably a very large number of flora. Where more than 3200 species of flowering plants,

More than 22 types of rhododendron trees found in this national park.

In this Eastern large national park, more than 70 types of economically valuable medical plants are found such as, junipers, many types of herbs, and yarsa gumba.

Overall around 50 types of orchid’s family plans are available here.

Sal tree to bamboo, botanists, rhododendron, juniper, alpine pastures so then we can call Makalu Barun national park is also can be popular destination who like to photograph and study about rarely found flora.

 

Popular ar Flora and Fauna in Makalu base camp trek:

 Makalu Barun national park is also rich from fauna as similar to flora. Here more than 320 species of butterflies found, which is possible to see from 400m. of Arun Valley to yangri kharka. In the record of the department of national parks and wildlife conservation in Makalu Barun national park found more than 450 types of birds and 45 types of reptiles are found which are like turtles, crocodiles, snakes, frog, lizards and many more.

One of the little areas where we can capture in camera snow leopards and red panda is also possible to see at Makalu, as well as other popular wildlife also easily found here like, Indian leopard, clouded leopard, black bear, hanuman languor, Himalayan Thar, Assam macaque, musk dear, Himalayan wolf, leopard cat, jungle cat, golden jackal, barking deer, Asian golden cat, and much other common wildlife can see in Makalu Barun national park so this national park is not only famous for trekking and mountaineering it is also can be easily destination for those people who like to see wildlife.

 

 

Makalu base camp and Sherpini-Col pass trek Outline itinerary:

Day 1- arrived in Kathmandu & transfer to your hotel (alt 1300m.)

Overnight at Hotel

Day 2 – Half Day sightseeing and afternoon trek preparation.

Day 3 – Fly to Tumlingtar from ktm, total flight duration is 50 minutes (450m.) and drive to Num (1560m.) 4-5 hours.

Day 4 – Trek to Seduwa (1510m.), 6 -7 HOURS.

Day 5- Trek to Tashi Gaun (2030m.) 4 – hours

Day 6 – Rest day in Tashi Gaun.

Day 7 – Trek to Kongma dada (3700m.) 5 to 6 hours.

Day 8 -Trek to Dobato (alt, 3520m), 6 to 7 hours.

Day 9 – Trek to Yangri kharka (3500m.) ,5 to 6 hours.

Day 10- Trek to Sherson (4040m.) , to 6 hours.

Day 11- Trek to Makalu base camp (5000m.), 4 to 5 hours.

Day 12 – Explore Makalu base camp and acclimatization day.

Day 13 – Trek to Swiss camp (5350m.), 6 to 7 hours.

Day 14 – Trek to Sherpani – Col high camp (5600m.) 5 -6 hours.

Day 15 – Rest and prepare for Sherpani-col pass(this day climbing guide go up to Sherpani- col to fixed the rope to top)and porters take some load to the top as well to make easier next day)

Day 16 – Early morning trek to Sherpani – Col pass (6190m) top last 200 meters by rope and descend 200m by rope to Baruntse camp II, and camp at Baruntse camp ii nearby west- Col,( total time minimum 10 to 12 hours.

Day 17- Climb up to west – Col (6220m) and go down Baruntse camp I by rope approx.300meter for overnight stay.(time 10 to 11 hours)

Day 18 – Trek to Amphu laptsa high camp (alt.5400m.) ,5 to 6 hours.

Day 19- Rest and prepare for Ampuhu laptsa pass.

Day 20-  Early morning trek to Amphulaptsa pass(5900m) 100 meter up by rope and from top 170 meters down by rope and trek to imjase  lake corner camp for overnight

Day 21- Trek to Dingboche (alt.4400m.) 5 hours

Day 23- Trek to Namche Bazar,(alt.3400m.), 6 hours

Day 24- Relaxing day

Day 25- Trek to Lukla , Alt.2800m, 6 hours .

Day 26- Fly back to Kathmandu 35 minutes and your trip ends here.

Day 27- free time in Kathmandu, and evening invited for farewell dinner. 

Day 28 – Departure to your won destination.

 

Makalu base camp and Sherpin Col pass trek and trek equipment list.

Ice axe (it’s not necessary to bring from there, the climbing guide will carry one for the summit day.) but if you have your own then you can bring it.)

• Crampons
• Harness)
• Tape slings (2)
• Screw gate karabiners (2 locks, 2 unlock)
• Descended/eight-figure
• Plastic mountaineering boots
• Ascender/Jhumar
• Helmet

Group Climbing Gears (   it’s not useful for the single climber)

• Snow bar*
• Rope*
• Ice hammer*
• Ice screw*

Head

• Bandana or headscarf, also useful for dusty conditions
• Warm hat that covers your ears (wool or synthetic)
• Headlamp with extra batteries and bulbs
• Sunglasses with UV protection
• Prescription sunglasses (if required)

Upper Body

• Polypropylene shirts (1 half sleeve and 2 long sleeves)
• Light and expedition weight thermal tops
• Fleece wind-stopper jacket or pullover
• Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket
• Down vest and/or jacket *
• Gore-Tex jacket with hood, waterproof and breathable

Hands

• 1 pair of lightweight poly-liner gloves
• 1 pair of lightweight wool or fleece gloves
• 1 pair of mittens; consists of 1 Gore-Tex over mitt matched, waterproof, polar-fleece mitt liner

Lower Body

• Non-cotton underwear briefs
• 1 pair of hiking shorts
• 1 pair of hiking trousers
• 1 pair of lightweight thermal bottoms
• 1 pair of fleece or woolen trousers
• 1 pair of waterproof shell pants, breathable fabric

Feet

• 2 pairs of thin, lightweight inner socks
• 2 pairs of heavy poly or wool socks
• 1 pair of hiking boots with spare laces (sturdy soles, water-resistant, ankle support, “broken-in”)
• 1 pair of trainers or running shoes and/or sandals
• Cotton socks
• Gaiters

Sleeping

• 1 sleeping bag -30 degree centigrade
• Fleece sleeping bag liner

Rucksack and Travel Bags

 

• Daypack/backpack of 35 to 50 liters for carrying your valuables, should have good shoulder padding
• Small padlocks for duffel-kit bags
• We provide you duffle bag for the trip.

Medical (we will also have our first aid kit bag)

• Small, personal first-aid kit (simple and light)
• Aspirin, first-aid tape, and plasters (Band-Aids)
• 1 skin-blister repair kit
• Anti-diarrhea pills
• Anti-headache pills
• Cough and/or cold medicine
• Anti-altitude sickness pills: Diamox or Acetazolamide
• Stomach antibiotic: Ciprofloxacin, etc. Note: Do not bring sleeping pills as they are respiratory depressants!
• Water purification tablets or the water filter
• 1 set of earplugs
• Extra pair of prescription glasses, contact lens supplies

Practical Items

• 1 small roll of repair tape, 1 sewing-repair kit
• 1 cigarette lighter, 1 small box of matches
• 1 compass or GPS(optional)
• 1 alarm clock/watch
• 1 digital camera with extra cards and batteries
• Large Ziplocs
• 2 water bottles (1 liter each)
• 1 small folding knife
• Binoculars (optional)
• 4 large, waterproof, disposable rubbish sacks

Toiletries

• 1 medium-sized quick drying towel
• Toothbrush/paste (preferably biodegradable)
• Multipurpose soap (preferably biodegradable)
• Deodorants
• Nail clippers
• Face and body moisturizer

 

 

Personal Hygiene

• Wet wipes
• Tissue /toilet roll you can buy everywhere on the trip

 

• Anti-bacterial handwash

Extras/Luxuries

• Reading book
• Trail map/guide book (Map we provide you.)
• Journal and pen

 

• 1 modest swimsuit

 

• Voltage converter (from 220 to 110 ampere)

Plug adapter (2 round pegs to 2 flat pegs.

 

Why Makalu base camp trek is Popular?

Those who have done already many hiking and trekking from easy to medium, and difficult treks from 0 levels to above 5000m higher  In Nepal or anywhere in the world, and want to go higher and adventure trekking in Nepal then we would highly recommend for Makalu base camp trek, and it’s the perfect trekking and climbing route in Nepal.  Mount Makalu is the fifth highest mountain among 14 peaks above 8000m in the world. Mount Makalu is very popular and famous for climbing and trekking around, for the first time mount Makalu is climbed by French expeditions group on 15 May 1955 and Makalu base camp trek was open from 1992. Makalu base camp trek is very popular for adventure walk in Himalaya, and a magnificent mount Makalu, Everest range, mount Baruntse view from a close distance including several mountain peaks and visit the rare culture and religions of the region. Along the way, you shall cross so many different types of’ villages, ethnic groups, religions, and their daily basic lifestyle. A great chance for capture beautiful photos and video of big mountains from a close distance, And crossing Sherpini-Col pass (alt 6219m) including twice ascending and descending by rope is one of the most challenging parts of this trek, anyone going Makalu base camp and Shepini- Col pass you should know basic climbing skills, and these passes are very risky and big trip in the Himalaya, if you are not trekking before do not try this passes and trek, we highly suggest you all adventures lovers please be well prepared before you planning this type of trek and high passes. This is the trek hundred percent give you satisfy and adventure experience in your lifetime.

Final say:

Makalu base camp and Sherpini –col pass trek is one of the challenging adventure trekking routes in Nepal. You should be well prepared for this type of trek, basically, you should know climbing skills, how to use climbing equipment, and well fit and fine for higher acclimatization, minimum you need to have done other hard treks before you plane this trek. Minimum time required 4 weeks time to finish the whole trek including Sherpini -col pass to Everest region via Amphu laptop pass or if you want to do only Makalu base camp them two and half weeks will be more than enough.

So if anyone interest in Makalu base camp and sharpen- col pass trek, please contact us anytime here we are happy to be your help, we have been organizing these types of adventure trips in Nepal for a long time with 100 percent success with safety and security. We have a good experienced and professional guide and kitchen crew who have been this trek many times. Recently we organized Upper  GHT trail long trek  (Upper Great Himalaya Trail) starts from Kanchenjunga and ends far west Nepal in Simikot, (total 1800km, days 129).

 

Annapurna circuit trekking in Sept- October, and November is autumn in Nepal and Annapurna region. Autumn season is very famous for trekking in Nepal for clear weather, less rain, sunshine day, clear mountain view, events of festival like Dashaen  Tihar, and Chhat many more..

Annapurna circuit trek is one of the most famous trekking routes among many trekking routes in Nepal. This is full of adventure and joy, excitement for the trekkers. Annapurna circuit trek route offers you a beautiful landscape, fertile paddy field, Hills, waterfall, snowy cape, and a magnificent Annapurna mountains view from a close distance including mixed ethnic groups culture, religions, and their daily basic lifestyle from the beginning of the trek to end of the trek.

This trek route is a beautiful massive mountain range, wide open, landscapes, several villages, and charming people. Annapurna Circuit Trek is the best place to take a nice photograph for trekkers.  This trek is a great chance to discover the fascinating culture, colorful and painted habitation, stumbling environments, glamorous peoples, and their basic lifestyle, including, walking through the magic mountain view of Nepal. another interesting part of this trek is crossing the world’s highest and longest pass Thorong – la (alt.5416m) and meeting the side of Annapurna mountains to Muktinath Temple where you can see 108 natural taps and Buddhist monasteries, prayer flags, and Dhaulagiri mountains(Alt.8167m) ranges which are bordering with upper mustang valley.

Annapurna circuit trekking  in September, October, and November is the best idea to make a plan for all adventure lovers and trekkers from around the globe, because of the sky will be very clear and crystal so you can see a very clear mountains view, no rain, most of them it will be the sunshine days, reliable temperature, stimulating environments, and September, October, and November is the events of festival in Nepal made your trip more fun and excitements, and unforgettable experience of  Annapurna circuit trek for your lifetime.

Annapurna circuit trek route is becoming a shorter route nowadays because the car rode reaches close to the mountain. Generally, this route took three weeks before for complete whole trek, but nowadays you can finish the same trip in two weeks, begging part of the trek and finishing point of the trek there is car rode where you can take jeep, car, and airplane from Jomsom to Pokhara for hiding driving rode.

A new, and our suggested itinerary of Annapurna circuit trek begins after a long drive from Kathmandu to Bagarchhap (alt 2030m) full day drive 10/11 hours) via Beshishar- Bulbule- Jagat- Darapani, The car rode is gone more further then our suggesting itinerary here, but we don’t suggest you go directly high altitude from low altitude, because it’s dangerous from high altitude sickness,  if you go by drive a long way up directly.  So we highly suggest you please start your trek around 2000m and continue your trek further slowly day by day. After Pisang villages (alt 3140m)  you will see several mountains view of  Annapurna range between  8000m and 7000m including hundreds of above 6000m higher mountains peaks, such as Annapurna  I  II, III, IV and continually   Gangapurna, Tlicho peak, Pisang peak, Thorong- la peak, Chulu east and west peak from a close distance, you shall be an encounter with the six to seven hundred years of old Tibetan habitation, culture and religions, monastery – museum Chorten and beautiful landscapes.

Another highlight of Annapurna circuit trek is cross the longest and highest pass call Thorong- la alt. 5416m. And get another side of Annapurna Mountains to   Muktinath temple and mount Dhaulagiri ranges, after visit Muktinath temple and enjoy watching the 7^th world highest mountain mt. Dhaulagiri ranges (alt.8167m) you will trek continue to Jomsom- Marpha and then you can take a jeep drive back to Pokhara. Or you can fly back to Pokhara from Jomsom.

Annapurna circuit trek highlights:

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1. The perfect season and weather.
2. Encounter with mixed culture and religions, meet fascinating people, and their daily lifestyle.
3. Amazing view of the whole Annapurna mountains ranges from a close distance like Annapurna I, Annapurna II, Annapurna III, Gangapurna, Tilicho peak, Pisang peak, Chulu east, Chulu west Thorong peak many more.
4. Cross famous pass of Annapurna region Thorong- la (alt. 5416m,) and this is the best viewpoint o watch the whole Annapurna mountains view.
5. The Tilicho lake is the highest lake in the world
6. Visit popular Muktinath temple and monastery in the Muktinath area.
7. You can see on this trek three above 8000m higher mountains like Annapurna I alt 8091m. Mt. Dhaulagiri alt 8167m. and Mt. Manasalu alt. 8186m)
8. Natural hot spring bath in Tatopani after a long walk during the trek
9. A magnificent Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain view from Poonhill viewpoint
10. Celebrate many festivals like Dashaen, Tihar, many more
11. Visit world-famous world heritage site like the city of lake Pokhara, pristine old history Kathmandu, Chitwan national park many more …

 

 September, October, and November Annapurna circuit trek Itinerary:

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Outline itinerary

1. Drive from Kathmandu to Bagarchhap via Beshishar 2000m), 10 to 11 hours
2. Trek to Chame (4 to 5 hours), alt. 2600m.
3. Trek to Pisang (5 hours), alt.3300m.
4. Trek to Manag via Upper trail (7 to 8 hours), alt. 3500m.
5. Rest day (hike to Gangapurna glacier viewpoint )
6. Trek to Yak Kharka (4 to 5 hours) alt 4050m.
7. Trek to Thorong Phedi or High camp ( 3, 4 hours), alt 4500m Phedi, and 4800m high camp.
8. Trek to Muktinath via Thorong La pass (alt 5416m) 9 to 10 hours, (alt. 3800m)
9. Trek to Jomsom – Marpha ( 6 to 7 hours) alt 2700m
10. Drive to Tatopani, 5 hours, (alt 1190m.)  (if you want to hide a long drive then you can take an airplane from Jomsom to Pokhara.)
11. Drive to Pokhara (5 hours) alt 740m. Or you can extend your itinerary to Ghorepani Poonhill trek fewer more days.

Your trek is end here if you want to stay more in Nepal and explore a beautiful side of Nepal like Chitwan national park, Lumbini birthplace, Bardia national park, motorbike tour, cycling, rafting any activities we can help you for easy arranging.

Pack list for Annapurna circuit trek in October, November.

1. 1 hiking boots
2. 1 Medium size backpack ( for your most of the stuff carry like main luggage )
3. 1 Day pack ( for important personal carry, like camera, documents, etc..)
4. 1 Sleeping bag (- 20C)
5. 1 Down Jacket/Gore tax Jacket
6. 1 Light wind & waterproof jacket
7. 1 Inner sleeping sheet
8. 2 Long-sleeve T-shirts
9. 1 Water bottle
10. 1 Pair gaiters/over trousers
11. 1 Pair sports shoes or sandal
12. 2 Pairs of lightweight trousers
13. 1 Pair shorts
14. 1 Fleece / warm sweater
15. 2 T-shirts
16. 2 Pair’ light socks
17. 3 Pairs of heavy wool socks
18. 1 Sweatshirts/light sweater
19. 1 Torch & spear batteries
20. 1 Swimming costume/bathing suits (not for Everest region)
21. 1 Medium size towel
22. 1 Washing kit including washing powder, small clothes, and pegs, insect repellents, etc. & personal toiletries
23. Moleskin for blister
24. Toilet paper, biodegradable soap/shampoo(toilet paper you can buy every place in Nepal)
25. Personal medication. (if you are taking rebury otherwise for high altitude we provide)
26. Underwear (including thermals)
27. Warm hat/ gloves
28. Sunglasses, sun hat, and sun cream
29. Spear plastic bags for wrapping clothes

Note: even high altitude medication you can bring in your favor like Diamox otherwise Nepalese taste we do have always (but we treat naturally all the time go slowly and drink lots of water)

Climate, and Temperature of Annapurna circuit trekking  in September /October / November:

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Climate :

The climate in September, October, and November are best, it’s autumn during this month in Nepal and Annapurna region, we have hundreds of years of experience about good weather in October and November every year. Still, the cold wind will be stay above 5500m above, not properly descending to the hillside from High Mountain, most of the day it will be sunshine days, and almost no rain in any region of Nepal, very few chances to have clouds in mountains, bright, blue and clear crispy mountains view in this fall, in the beautiful days of this season fascinating Nepali people celebrate major Nepali festival like Dhasaen, Tihar, and Chhat many more, you would have a great chance to involve in Nepali festival, here people are very charming and happy to welcome you as their special guest with warm hospitality. So in this season definitely you will have a great memory of trekking an Annapurna region or any trekking route of Nepal.

Temperature:   

September: Trekking an Annapurna circuit in September is a good choice, and about the temperature it depends where you are,  if you are in mountain area then it will be bit chill in morning and evening but if you are in the lower part of Nepal then September is in  Nepal just cross the monsoon and starting autumn and we can fell still a bit of monsoon temperature so in September, an Annapurna circuit trek will be 23 to 25 degree during the day and at night 17 to 20 in the begging of the trek and when you reach near Annapurna Mountains then it will be 15 to 17 during the day and at night 12 to 13 Celsius in September.

October:  Trekking an Annapurna circuit in October the temperature is always as good. So in October, the temperature will be bit decries then in September, because the winter is coming after autumn here, begging of the trek during the day it will be 18 to 20 degrees and at night 13 to 15. But when you go higher near the mountain then it will be fell in 12 to 13 during the day and at night 8 to 10 degrees.

November: Trekking to Annapurna circuit in November is the best time of the year, the temperature will colder then October in Nov during the day it will be  12 to 13 in begging of the trek and when you go mountainside it will be 8 to 10 and at night 5 -7 Celsius till the mid-Nov, but if you are still going in let Nov then temperature could be fell more like 3 to 4 during the day and – 2 to 5 during the night above 3500m an Annapurna Circuit trek.

Annapurna circuit trek food and Accommodations in September/October/ November:

 

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Food:

An Annapurna circuit trek you can get verities of food and drinks, in every tea house and homestay you can choose food from the menu card, they gave fixed food and drinks menu, with fix price,  they can cook all types of food like Nepali, chemises, Indian, American continental, but we suggest you please ask them to cook organic Nepali food, like bread items, vegetable, rice, Champa porridge, fruits which they grew up in their won investments in the garden and your money will go directly to them and it will be a big support to them. we shall also say, in the beginning, part of the trek you can get a fresh vegetable and more fresh food, and when you go in mountain then you can’t get as much like before, because of they can’t grow the fresh vegetable every time in mountain due to the climate and temperature change, and they have to store then food and vegetable for pick season.

 Accommodation: an Annapurna circuit trek you can stay at the local tea house in twine sharing beds in the room most of the nights, someplace you can also get an attached room with toilet and hot shower in the begging of the trek, but less chance in the mountain area, if you book your trip an advance then we can book you good rooms an advance. Generally, you have to book an advance most of the places, especially in high pick season. Otherwise in high big season sometime you can’t get a room in a nice place. Basically you have to eat in the same tea house restaurant in the mountain, there is no choice to go out for special dinner or drinks accept very few places during the Annapurna circuit trek.

Annapurna circuit trek with a guide or without a guide in September, October, and November:

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With Guide: Annapurna circuit trek with a guide is much better and comfortable for you, and if you are looking for your safety and security into the mountains anytime guide will help you anytime. The guide can explain culture, nature, and religions of the region, he can also book your food and accommodation an advance every places before you reach in tea house or lodges. Take a professional guide who can explain all about the region and if encase avalanches or landslides happen they can rescue you anytime, especially when snowing and cover the trail, then the guide can find the trail where to go and how to get another place, No buddy knows about mountain weather and conditions, it can be a change anytime. Also, hire a guide means you are giving a job for Nepali and make him busy that is your great support for the nation. So we strongly suggest you take a guide and make your trip lifetime memorable without any problems in the mountains.

Without guide:  yes we have seen many individual trekkers go an Annapurna circuit trek without a guide, and during the trek, they have a big problem for arranging accommodation, food, and difficulty in finding the trail where and how to get the next destination, and other big problem for individual trekkers when heavy snowing, landslides, the rock fell from mountains makes them difficult, not safety and security well, and we have many examples many people lost the trail and got an injury and, missing for whole life an Annapurna circuit trek, and latest in 2014 October in throng la pass-heavy snow and winds kill hundreds of without guide trekkers, those who have a guide they are safe, because of the guide make a good decision and make a plan every day. Guide cam make the trail and walk ahead if snowing and block the route, so without a guide is very difficult to complete the Annapurna circuit trek

 Important Tips for Annapurna Circuit Trek:

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1. Carry – 10 to 15-degree warm slapping bag.
2. Pack your bag with warm enough clothes and water and windproof trekking boots.
3. Ask extra blankets at the tea house, which you can use on top of your sleeping bag.
4. Take wind and waterproof jackets, trousers, and gloves.
5. Wear the right cloth
6. Drinks more hot water and hot tea (minimum 3 letters per day)
7. Pack some dry snacks and energy bars. You can eat them anytime when you feel hungry.
8. Pack your bag Light as much as you can. (only necessary clothes, rest you can store them in Kathmandu or Pokhara)
9. Do not walk fast in the high place, go slowly as you can, do not push your self
10. Eat hygienic food and drinks and stay in a nice tea house.
11. Don’t be excited; go to the same level of walk always.
12. Respect for local and be friendly with them.
13. If you want to make a photograph of local people then first ask them.
14. Support locals with eating organic food and drinks, your money will go directly to them.
15. Do not use plastic bags, or mineral water bottle, buy treated water from the community
16. Safe nature we want to keep this nature for our next generation.

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Altitude sickness in Annapurna circuit trek:

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Altitude sickness is very dangerous in mountains, generally, altitude sickens is start after 2500m above, when we left behind forest level. Altitude sickness can get any types of people, no matter you have been before higher than Annapurna circuit trek, normally altitude sickens start after lack of oxygen in your buddy in higher elevation.

High altitude Symptoms:

Vomiting, Headache, Tiredness, Difficult sleeping, Dizziness, Shortness of breath, loss of appetite.

High altitude privation:

• As much as fast go lower elevation at list 4 to 500m.
• Take a Diamox, 250 gm every 6 hours.
• Drink plenty of water
• When you feel symptoms then Tell your friends or guide who are with you.
• Do not stay alone when you start altitude sick, stay with a friend, and be communicating.
• Do not sleep in the day time, because you can’t sleep at night.
• If it’s going worse then evacuate quickly to a big hospital.

At what height people get altitude sickness?

Generally, people feel altitude sickness after 2500m high, and when oxygen is a lack in your buddy then you will feel more, and get headache, vomiting, dizziness, tiredness, shortness of breath are then symptoms of altitude, this mountains sickness can get any types of people,  even if you are reached before higher then you are now. So we always have to stay careful and walk slowly in the mountain, not push yourself, drink more water, stay warm with cold temperature, always flow your friends or guide who are with you. If you get an altitude sickness then do not go more higher-stop there or acclimatize low altitude with guide or friends,  take high altitude medicine(Diamox), if you feel worse then call the rescue and go to the hospital.

 Trip Conclusion

If you are planning to Annapurna circuit trek in autumn season this is a perfect idea and good decision for all trekkers from around the globe. In October and November trekking in Nepal, you shall feel much better and great experience than another season in Nepal.  With perfect weather, and reliable climate of this season you will have a lot of chances to see many good things about Nepal, Nature, culture, and religions. October and November is a great opportunity for the good photographer with clear, crispy with a magic mountain’s view and several festival events.

So if you want to visit Nepal and plan for trekking and Climbing in Nepal an Annapurna, Everest region, Langtang region, Manaslu region, Kanchenjunga region and many more then contact us anytime we are happy to be your help anytime.