As 2024 is over, we are ready to begin 2025 with new goals, new plans and new places to get off our bucket list. New year is the perfect time to look for new destinations to visit in this coming year. Nepal is the land of mountains which is home to over 1,310 mountains and among these the top 8 highest mountains in the world are here. Nepal has the best trekking destinations to offer for you. Trekking in Nepal offers a chance to witness the diverse range of landscapes, culture and an experience of a lifetime. You will get the chance to connect with the people that call these mountains their home and immerse in their unique culture and call these mountains your home too. Nepal offers some of the world’s best trekking destinations such as Everest Base Camp trek, The Annapurna Circuit trek and Langtang Valley trek which are the best trekking routes in Nepal to experience, beauty of nature and submerge with the culture in the mountains. There is also Manaslu Circuit trek, Upper Dolpo trek and Kanchenjunga trek which are off-the-beaten treks known for their most challenging routes to trek with stunning mountain views and an experience of a lifetime.
Trekking in Nepal
Trekking in Nepal is a journey to the heart of the Himalayas, from witnessing the highest peak in the world to seeking solitude in remote valleys of the Himalayan region. Third eye adventure offers all levels of trek for beginner to an expert. Whether you are a beginner or a mountaineering expert, our team makes sure that you have a wonderful trekking experience with safety by completing all the itineraries while enjoying the local and cultural insights that the Nepali community has to offer. From short trek like Panch Pokhari trek to longer expedition like Everest Base camp trek, team Tour Travel Nepal will guide your experience to level your capabilities and your interests. Now as Nepal has been popular for its trekking destinations, let’s explore a few of them for the year 2025/26.
Best Trekking places in Nepal 2025/2026
- Everest Base Camp Trek
- Annapurna Circuit Trek
- Annapurna Base Camp Trek
- Manaslu Circuit Trek
- Langtang Valley Trek
- Dolpo Trek/Upper Dolpo Trek
1. Everest Base Camp Trek
Duration: 14 days
Trip difficulty: Moderate to Strenuous
Maximum altitude: 5555m (Kalapathar)
Start and End point: Kathmandu
Best season: Spring (Mar-Jun), Autumn(Sep-Dec)
Everest Base Camp Trek is the world’s most popular trekking destination. Mount Everest lies on the northeastern part of Nepal covering it by dozens of mountains and himalayas around it and by no surprise this region provides not only one but many trekking routes among which the most popular one is Everest Base Camp Trek. The journey begins from the heart of Nepal, where trekkers take a flight that offers amazing aerial views of the Himalayas to the Highest airport in the world Lukla from where Everest Base Camp trek starts. Everest Base Camp Trek provides us with some of the most panoramic views of the world’s highest peaks including Mount Makalu, Mount Cho Oyu , Mount Lhotse and Mount Lhotse Shar.
Everest Base Camp Trek Highlights
- Thrilling flight from Kathmandu to Lukla— the highest airport in the world
- Witness the stunning lush green forests, adventurous trails, steep sections and thrilling suspension bridges along with different buddhist monasteries
- Experience the lifestyle of the Sherpa community and get to know their cultural heritage
- Astounding views of the Himalayas along with the world’s highest mountain, Mount Everest
- Witness the Largest Sherpa Village in the world—Namche Bazaar
- Extensive views of world’s highest peaks, Mt.makalu, Mt. Cho Oyu, Mt. Lhotse and Mt. Lhotse Shar
- Visit the oldest and largest monastery in the region—-Thyangboche / Tengboche
- Witness the stunning and gorgeous sunrise from Kala patthar viewpoint at an elevation of 5555m
- Visit a UNESCO world heritage site Sagarmatha National Park and experience its unique wildlife
Itinerary for the 14 days Everest Base Camp Trek
Day 1: Land in Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal.
Day 2: Fly to Lukla (30 minutes) and after landing trek to Phakding ( 3 Hours, 6.2 Km)
Day 3: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar ( 6 hours, 7.4 Km)
Day 4: Acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar (3,440m)
Day 5: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Deboche (6 hours, 9.2 Km)
Day 6: Trek from Deboche to Dingboche (6 hours, 10.5 Km)
Day 7: Acclimatization at Dingboche (4,410m)
Day 8: Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche ( 5 hours, 8.5 Km)
Day 9: Trek from Lobuche to Gorak Shep and Everest Base Camp (5364m, 8 hours , 13 Km)
Day 10: Early morning hike to Kala Pathar (5555m) and trek back to Pheriche ( 7 hours, 17 Km)
Day 11: Trek from Pheriche to Namche Bazaar ( 7 hours, 19 Km)
Day 12: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla (7 hours, 13.6 Km)
Day 13: Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu or Ramechhap ( 30 minutes)
Day 14: Final departure or Join another program.
2. Annapurna Circuit Trek
Duration: 13 days
Trip difficulty: Moderate to Strenuous
Maximum altitude: 5416m (Thorong La pass)
Start and End point: Kathmandu
Best season: Spring (Mar-Jun), Autumn(Sep-Dec)
The Annapurna Circuit Trek is rated among the highly ideal trekking trails in Nepal. The Annapurna Circuit Trek lies in the Annapurna Region which lies in the northwest part of Nepal. This trek not only gives us a great look at Mount Annapurna, the tenth highest peak in the world but also takes us through the Mars-like Mustang region to the highest point of the trek, Thorong La pass at 5,146 meters. From the Thorong La pass we get the amazing view of the top mountains in the world, Mount Dhaulagiri (8167m) the 7th highest mountain, Mananslu (8156m) the 8th highest mountain, Annapurna I (8090m) the 10th highest peak, and other mountains like Machhapuchhre (6993m), Annapurna South (7219m) and many more. As we descend in the Mustang region we will come across Muktinath, a pilgrimage in Nepal where Hundreds of Hindu devotees come each year to pray and bathe in the sacred water in hopes of washing their sins away. This trek offers the experience of diverse cultures to incredible landscapes from sub-tropical alpine peaks to arid semi-desert close to tibet.
Annapurna Circuit Trek Highlights
- Trek through one of the highest mountain passes in the world—Thorong La 5,416 m
- Alpine peaks, diverse culture from hindu to buddhism, lush green forests and thrilling suspension bridges
- Travel through the deepest gorge in the world, Kali Gandaki gorge
- Explore the historic sacred Muktinath temple and experience the culture and traditions
- Trek through the Manang Valley witnessing the farmlands and yak pastures
- Shower in the natural aquifers at Tatopani
- Experience the city of party and nightlife in Pokhara.
Itinerary for the 13 days Annapurna Circuit Trek
Day 1: Land in Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal.
Day 2: Drive from Kathmandu to Besisahar ( 6 hours, 178 Km)
Day 3: Drive from Besisahar to Chame ( 7 hours, 68 Km)
Day 4: Trek from Chame to Pisang ( 6 hours, 13.5 Km)
Day 5: Trek from Pisang to Manang Valley (5 hours, 16 Km)
Day 6: Manang Valley Acclimatization day ( 3519m )
Day 7: Trek from Manang to Ledar ( 5 hours, 10 Km)
Day 8: Trek from Ledar to High Camp ( 6 hours, 7 Km)
Day 9: Trek from High Camp to Muktinath through Thorong La pass ( 5416 Km, 8 hours, 15 Km)
Day 10: Trek from Muktinath to Jomsom through Kagbeni ( 6 hours, 18 Km)
Day 11: Flight from Jomsom to Pokhara ( 25 minutes )
Day 12: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu ( 7 Hours, 210 Km)
Day 13: Final departure from Kathmandu Valley or Join another program.
3. Annapurna Base Camp Trek ( ABC trek)
Duration: 12 days
Trip difficulty: Moderate
Maximum altitude: 4130m ( Annapurna Base Camp)
Start and End point: Kathmandu
Best season: Spring (Mar-Jun), Autumn(Sep-Dec)
The Annapurna Base Camp trek is no doubt the most popular trekking route in Nepal which offers the beautiful view of the incredible himalayan range in the Annapurna region. The Annapurna Base Camp Trek also known as the Annapurna Sanctuary Trek has the himalayas, hill cultures and unique landscapes providing the experience of a lifetime to the base of the tenth highest peak in the world. This trek takes you through Ghandruk, a gurung valley in Nepal where you’ll witness the amazing culture and traditions of the Gurung community in Nepal. During the trek you’ll witness the breathtaking mountain views and fairytale-like villages with unique mountain lifestyle.
Annapurna Base Camp Trek Highlights
- Touring the historical UNESCO world heritage sites in Kathmandu
- Trek through the lush green forests of rhododendrons, lovely waterfalls, thrilling suspension bridges
- Trek through the Gurung Village in Ghandrunk, experiencing their cultures and traditions
- Hot Bath in natural hot springs in Jhinu danda
- Amazing sceneries of Mount Dhaulagiri (7th highest mountain in the world), Mount Machhapuchhre (Mt. Fishtail), Mount Himchuli and Annapurna I
- Visit to Mount Annapurna and Machhapuchhre Base Camp
Itinerary for the 13 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek
Day 1: Land in Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal.
Day 2: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara ( 7 hours )
Day 3: Drive from Pokhara to Ghandruk ( 3 hours ), 1 hour hike after the drive
Day 4: Trek from Ghandruk to Chhomrong Village ( 6 hours)
Day 5: Trek from Chhomrong village to Dovan ( 6 hours )
Day 6: Trek from Dovan to Deurali ( 5 hours )
Day 7: Trek from Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp ( 5 hours )
Day 8: Trek from Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo ( 8 hours )
Day 9: Trek from Bamboo to Jhinu Danda ( 6 hours)
Day 10: Trek from Jhinu danda to Matkyo, 1 hour drive from here and then back to Pokhara ( 3 hours )
Day 11: Drive back to Kathmandu ( 7 hours )
Day 12: Departure from Kathmandu or choose other program
4. Manaslu Circuit Trek
Duration: 16 days
Trip difficulty: Strenuous
Maximum altitude: 5106m (Larkya La Pass)
Start and End point: Kathmandu
Best season: Spring (Mar-May), Autumn(Oct-Dec)
The Manaslu Circuit Trek is one of the most famous treks known for its off-the-beaten trails and less crowd. Manaslu Circuit Trek Nepal offers a very distinct trekking experience as only a handful of people get the privilege to be a part of this trek. The Manaslu region opened trekking to the public in 1992 where you will be crossing a restricted area (Manaslu Conservation Area) in Nepal that needs an expensive permit to enter. More strict rules like trekking with a registered Nepali company and must be a group of people or at least 2 trekkers is mandatory in this region. The Manaslu Circuit Trek offers the views of the world’s highest peaks; Manaslu ( 8th highest peak in the world), Himlung and Annapurna II with a wide variety of wildlife, rich culture and traditions of the Hindu and Buddhist community. While exploring the diverse exotic flora and fauna in the Manaslu Conservation Trek, we’ll reach the trek’s highest point, Larkya La Pass (5106m).
Manaslu Circuit Trek Highlights
- Touring the historical UNESCO world heritage sites in Kathmandu
- Adventurous off-the-beaten trekking route with wild habitant
- Less crowded route, more time to enjoy the nature
- Trek through the wild variety of wildlife, dense forests and remote villages
- Explore the exotic flora and fauna in the restricted Manaslu Conservation Area
- Crossing the trail following Budhi Gandaki , a long deep river gorge with thrilling suspension bridges
- Astonishing views of the world’s highest peaks ; Mount Manaslu , Mount Himlung and Mount Annapurna II and more snowy peaks
- Larkya La Pass (5106m), trek’s highest point
Itinerary for the 16 days Manaslu Circuit Trek
Day 1: Land in Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal.
Day 2: Prepare the special permit for the trek in Kathmandu
Day 3: Drive from Kathmandu to Machhakhola by jeep or local bus (157 Km)
Day 4: Trek from Machhakhola to Jagat ( 7 hours, 17 Km )
Day 5: Trek from Jagat to Deng ( 7 hours, 20 Km )
Day 6: Trek from Deng to Namrung ( 7 hours, 17 Km )
Day 7: Trek from Namrung to Lho ( 4 Hours, 7 Km )
Day 8: Trek from Lho to Samagaon ( 4 hours, 7 Km )
Day 9: Acclimatization day at Samagaon
Day 10: Trek from Samagaon to Samdo ( 4 hours, 9 Km)
Day 11: Acclimatization Day in Samdo by visiting Tibetan Border ( 8 Hours )
Day 12: Trek from Samdo to Dharamshala or Larkya La Base Camp ( 5 hours, 6 Km)
Day 13: Trek from Larkey La Base Camp to Bhimthang through Larkya La pass (5106m, 9 hours, 22 Km)
Day 14: Trek from Bhimthang to Dharapani ( 9 hours, 23 Km)
Day 15: Drive from Dharapani to Kathmandu ( 11 hours, 224 Km) or to Pokhara ( 8 hours, 130 Km)
Day 16: Departure from Kathmandu / Pokhara or choose another program.
5. Langtang Valley Trek
Duration: 10 days
Trip difficulty: Moderate
Maximum altitude: 3870m (Kyanjin Gompa)
Start and End point: Kathmandu
Best season: Spring (Mar-May), Autumn(Oct-Dec)
Trekking in the Langtang Region means Trekking in the best glacier destination in Nepal. Langtang Trek gives you an enclosed view of the amazing glaciers, ice formations in its most peaceful areas. In this trek you will also witness the thick glaciers and mountains that turn themselves into snowy paradise. The slopes of Mount Langtang Lirung, which was the most popular short treks in 2015 offers a variety of mountain range, a diverse tamang and sherpa culture with a mystical setting. You will also get to witness the natural beauty and wildlife in Langtang National Park with the beautiful scenery of the Himalayas. Langtang Valley Trek is suitable for all levels of trekkers. Langtang Valley Trek is the most popular trekking destination in Nepal after Everest Base Camp Trek and Annapurna Base Camp Trek.
Langtang Valley Trek Highlights
- One of the best short trekking destination
- Explore the world’s most beautiful valleys
- Up close view of the glaciers through most of the trek
- Explore the mixed landscape , stunning forests, high alpine meadows and yak pastures
- Explore Langtang Lirung, Highest summit in Langtang
- Witness and experience the local tibetan culture, lifestyle and traditions in the Himalayas
- Visit to the local cheese factory in Kyanjin Gompa
- Panoramic view of the open valleys at the end of the trek
Itinerary for the 10 days Langtang Valley Trek
Day 1: Land in Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal.
Day 2: Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi ( 7 hours, 122 Km)
Day 3: Trek from Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel ( 6 hours)
Day 4: Trek from Lama Hotel to Langtang Village ( 5 hours )
Day 5: Trek from Langtang Valley to Kyanjin Gompa ( 3 hours )
Day 6: Rest day at Kyanjin Gompa
Day 7: Trek from Kyanjin Gompa to Lama Hotel ( 6 hours )
Day 8: Trek from Lama Hotel to Syabrubesi ( 5 hours )
Day 9: Drive from Syabrubesi to Kathmandu ( 7 hours )
Day 10: Departure from Kathmandu or choose another program
6. Upper Dolpo Trek
Duration: 26 days
Trip difficulty: Strenuous
Maximum altitude: 5360m (Kang La Pass)
Start and End point: Kathmandu
Best season: Spring (Mar-May), Autumn(Oct-Dec)
The Dolpo region of Nepal is the most isolated region which is yet to be explored. The Upper Dolpo Trek is a restricted area that was only opened for tourism in 1989. The area belongs to the Shey Phoksundo National Park and the Upper Dolpo route goes above 4000 meters. The untouched corner close to Nepal’s Tibetan border is where this trek takes you. The Dolpo district is the largest in Nepal which is the most remote and least inhabited. You can trek in this region and not see another person for days. The people of Dolpo live a traditional and local lifestyle untouched by modernity till the day. People in this region mostly follow Bon Po religion, a religion somewhat rooted in Tibetan Buddhism with some ancient Shamanistic influences. During the trek you travel across three mountain passes, Saldang La Pass (5,060m), Jyanta La Pass (5,220m) and Kang La Pass (5,380m) each giving breathtaking views for as far as you can see. This area till today sees very few tourists as it needs special passes for foreigners to trek in this region.
Upper Dolpo Trek Highlights
- Visit the unexplored land in the Shey Phoksundo National Park area
- Explore the beauty and wildlife in the Phoksundo National Park.
- Witness Nepal’s biggest Shey Phoksundo Lake
- Rich culture and traditions of Tibetan Influence
- Local and Traditional lifestyle of people
- Less beaten path with breathtaking landscapes
- Cross three different passes, Saldang La Pass (5,060m), Jyanta La Pass (5,220m) and Kang La Pass (5,380m) each giving breathtaking views
Itinerary for the 26 days Upper Dolpo Trek
Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu
Day 2: Kathmandu sightseeing and preparing for trek
Day 3: Fly from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj
Day 4: Fly from Nepalgunj to Jhupal and trek to Dunai
Day 5: Trek from Dunai to Chepka
Day 6: Trek from Chepka to Renjo
Day 7: Trek from Renjo to Ringmo
Day 8: Rest Day at Ringmo
Day 9: Trek from Ringmo to Chunemba
Day 10: Trek from Chunemba to Lar Tsa
Day 11: Trek from Lar Tsa to Mendok Din
Day 12: Trek from Mendok Din to Shey Gompa
Day 13: Rest Day at Shey Gompa
Day 14: Trek from Shey Gompa to Namgung
Day 15: Trek from Namgung to Saldang
Day 16: Trek from Saldang to Sibu
Day 17: Trek from Sibu to Lagmo Che
Day 18: Trek from Lagmo Che to Tokyu
Day 19: Trek from Tokyu to Dho Tarap
Day 20: Trek from Dho Tarap to Sisaul
Day 21: Trek from Sisaul to Laina Odar
Day 22: Trek from Laina Odar to Lingdo
Day 23: Trek from Lingdo to Dunai
Day 24: Trek from Dunai to Juphal
Day 25: Fly to Kathamndu from Nepalgunj
Day 26: Departure from Kathmandu or choose another program
Conclusion
Nepal’s challenging treks are truly an amazing adventure of a lifetime. These treks test your strength and willpower while you are surrounded by the beautiful Himalayas. It is more than just a trek, it’s a journey of growing as a person, adapting to the lifestyle of the Himalayas, exploring the tranquility, making new friends on the way, learning to not give up and connecting deeply with nature. As you trek your way through these beautiful Himalayas and landscapes , you’ll feel a sense of achievement at the end but along with that you will also cherish the simple things life offers you.
