5 Best Treks For Beginners in Nepal (2021): Find Out

This post covers the 5 best treks for beginners in Nepal. If you wish to do trekking in Nepal but apprehensive about the high altitude treks, this post is for you.

Nepal has been a prime destination for adventure lovers. The numerous trekking routes and organized commercial treks are a major draw for travelers from all across the globe. From the difficult to easy trek options, Nepal offers the best trekking opportunities not only for the advanced mountaineers but also for the amateur trekkers.

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Trekking in Nepal

The jaw-dropping visuals of high altitude mountains in Nepal
The jaw-dropping visuals of high altitude mountains in Nepal

The best part of trekking in Nepal is that there are numerous well-designed treks for Beginners in Nepal and they are equally thrilling. Trekking in Nepal does not only allow you to walk on the difficult terrains and explore high mountain ranges but certainly introduces you to the rich cultural heritage of Nepal.

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The best treks for beginners in Nepal are equally thrilling
The best treks for beginners in Nepal are equally thrilling

The Himalayan country is a paradise for trekkers, backpackers, and mountaineers. The most professionally designed trekking routes and the humble yet courageous Sherpas make this country a dream destination for adventure seekers.

Therefore, the role of Sherpas in this country of high scaled mountains is extremely vital for the trekking community.

From 7 days to a month-long trek, one can choose their treks based on the difficulty level, fitness, and choice of the destination. Passing through breathtaking valleys and High Mountain passes, the trekkers experience the most pristine side of nature.

There are so many doable easy treks for beginners in Nepal
There are so many doable easy treks for beginners in Nepal

The well-defined hiking trails and guesthouses in the most remote locations make these treks doable even in the most difficult routes. Nepal is probably the only country that has the highest numbers of the organized commercial trek and hiking trails in the world.

The Everest Base Camp and Annapurna Trek circuit are arguably the famous treks in Nepal. Each year, thousands of trekkers head to Nepal to fulfill their dream. In addition to that, there are numerous other easy to moderate level trek routes in Nepal for all kinds of travelers.

Upper Mustang Trek, Tamang Heritage Trail, and Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek are some of the popular treks for Beginners in Nepal.

Which are the Best Treks for Beginners in Nepal?

Trekkers on their way up in the mountains
Trekkers on their way up in the hills

If you are someone who dreams of trekking in Nepal but is apprehensive of the difficulty of the high mountain treks, the below-mentioned treks can uplift your mountaineering spirit. Anyone can attempt these easy treks in Nepal with a basic level of fitness and enthusiasm. There are some hiking trails designed for non-trekkers in the country as well.

Below is the list of the top 5 easy treks for beginners in Nepal. Find out

1. Everest Panorama Trek

The Everest Panorama trek is one of the most popular treks in Nepal. This is considered as best Treks for Beginners in Nepal
The Everest Panorama trek is considered as one of the best Treks for Beginners in Nepal

Height: 3,855m

Level: Moderate

Region: Everest region

Days: 7 days

Who doesn’t want to have a panoramic view of the Mount Everest in Nepal?

If you can’t do the Everest base camp trek, you can certainly do the EVEREST PANORAMA TREK to get the most stunning views of the world’s tallest mountain peak. It is a moderate trek and considered one of the best treks for Beginners in Nepal.

It is a short trek but the views along the trek are outstanding. This trek is ideal for those who want to have a taste of Himalayan treks in Nepal for a short duration.

The trek starts from Lukla. It leads through Namche Bazaar and Tengboche Monastery. After that, you reach the Khumjung village, which is a village of Sherpas.

It gives you a great opportunity to spend a few days with the Sherpa families and understand their lifestyle and culture in that remote village.

Most importantly, don’t forget to visit the Everest View Hotel which is considered to have the best vantage point to get a clear view of Mount Everest. The ancient monastery of Tengboche is another highlight of this short and easy trek for beginners.

Therefore, go for this trek to experience the epic Mount Everest & get mesmerized by the sheer beauty.

2. Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek

The Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is very popular among trekkers. This is one of the best treks for beginners in Nepal
The Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is very popular among trekkers

Height: 3210m

Level: Easy

Region: Annapurna region

Days: 3-4 days

One of the prominent treks, located in the Annapurna region of Nepal is the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek. It is one of the easy treks for beginners in Nepal. The trek route of Poon Hill is uncomplicated and great for non-trekkers to experience in Nepal.

It takes 3 to 4 days to complete the trek. The well-defined route is quite a bonus for the beginners. So, it is best suited for non-trekkers.

The quaint villages, river, and forest make it quite an adventurous trek for travelers. Moreover, the panoramic views of the Himalayan ranges make it worth the trek. It is one of the epic hiking adventures for non-trekkers.

There are a lot of guesthouses on the way to the trek. The best part of these guesthouses is that they provide Wifi, hot water, and electricity, which is quite a luxury on any trekking route. So, accommodation and food are well sorted on this route.

It is also considered as a great acclimatization base for those who wish to attempt high altitude treks in Nepal. The most popular route is from Nayapul to Ghandruk. One needs to travel 2 hours by bus or shared jeep from Pokhara to reach the starting point of the trek.

The best time to do the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is between March to April and September to October. Therefore, avoid trekking during monsoon season. Because the route gets muddy and slippery.

3. Langtang Trek

The Langtang Trek is one of the popular and considered as the best treks for Beginners in Nepal
Trekkers on the the Langtang Trek which is considered one of the best treks for Beginners in Nepal

Height: 3800m

Level: Easy to Moderate

Region: Langtang

Days: 10-15 days

One of the major draws to the Langtang Trek is the jaw-dropping Langtang valley. The compelling beauty of the valley and the unhindered views of the Himalayan range makes this trek one of the most favorite amongst trekkers.

The gusty earthquake in 2015 had affected this valley enormously. But the valley had opened for the trekkers after aid was provided for reconstruction soon after the devastating catastrophe.

The best part of the Langtang Trek is the easy access from Kathmandu. In addition to that, the trek allows you to enjoy spectacular views of mountains, and high alpine meadows. The warm hospitality of the people of the valley is an added bonus.

This trek route is one of the most beautiful ones in Nepal. The valley shares its borders with Tibet. The trek starts from the town of Syabru Besi. So, one can trek up to the Kyangjin Gompa and enjoy the serenity of nature at its best.

The valley has over 70 glaciers of different sizes. One can also hike up to the top of Kyangjin Ri (Mountain Peak) to get an uninterrupted view of the Himalayas. Just stand there and surrender yourself to nature.  In addition to this, trekkers can experience the Tamang culture and hospitality in the valley.

4. Lower Mustang Trek

The Lower Mustang Trek is one of the best treks for Beginners in Nepal
Trekkers on their way to Mustang valley

Height: 3,710 m

Level: Moderate

Region: Mustang region

Days: 9 days

The Lower Mustang Trek is one of the popular treks for beginners in Nepal. This is an ideal choice for those who don’t prefer strenuous trek yet want to experience trekking in Nepal. Therefore, plan for the next trek to the lower Mustang valley in Nepal.

This trek allows you to experience Tibetan culture in Upper Mustang. Therefore, visiting the sacred Hindu temple named Muktinath and a visit to pre-Buddhist Bon village of Lupra are added charms on this trail. In addition to that, one can also visit the Bonpo Monastery where they practice Bonpo religion which is an ancient pre-Buddhist religion.

One can have the flying experience over the Kali Gandaki Gorge, the deepest in the world from Jomsom to Pokhara. So, don’t miss compelling views from the aircraft. To reach the starting point of the Mustang Trek, one needs to fly to Jomsom from Pokhara.

There are quite a few accommodations in Jomsom and Muktinath. So, trekking on this route is not difficult. One can also hike up to the upper Mustang for an epic trekking adventure altogether.

In other words, trek to upper Mustang is a must for mountaineers to enjoy the uninterrupted display of nature and get an adrenaline rush. Moreover, the landscape reminds me of the Nubra valley of Ladakh. It is quite a popular trek among Hindu and Buddhist pilgrimage devotees.

Most importantly, the rugged landscapes, high mountains, dry desert, and contrasting landscape of Mustang make it one of the most inviting places for trekkers. So, if you like barren landscapes and Tibetan culture, this trek is for you.

You can also meet people from Gurung, Thakali, and the Magar ethnic groups and experience their daily lifestyle in those remote villages. In addition, the gorgeous view of Nilgiri, Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and the Annapurna range makes it one of the exceptionally popular treks for beginners in Nepal.

5. Tamang Heritage Trail

Tamang Heritage Trail is one of the best treks for Beginners in Nepal
A local woman crossing the suspension bridge in Nepal

Height: 3165 m

Level: Moderate

Region: Langtang region

Days: 7 days

Unlike other treks, this Tamang Heritage Trail is for culture enthusiasts. Firstly, this trek allows you to experience the Tamang culture. Secondly, the Tamang Heritage Trail gives an excellent opportunity to stay at homestays of Tamang people to understand their rich heritage and cultural landscape.

On the trek, you pass through eye-arresting green farmlands, rhododendrons forest encircled by snow-capped mountains and pretty Tamang villages. The starting point of the trek is Syebrubesi village.

Opting for this trek is beneficial for the local economy since this region was one of the worst-hit during the 2015 earthquake. Moreover, your economic contribution can help them to boost their condition and make it sustainable for the Tamang people.

The accommodation on this trail will be mostly the teahouses owned by the locals. So, food is basic and mainly includes rice, lentil soup, and vegetables. Though you can also have momo (Dumplings) there and it is said to be little different than what you usually have in Kathmandu.

The best time to do this trek is from March to May (spring) and September to November (autumn).

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4 Comments

  1. Bunu Tamang

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  2. Bunu Tamang

    Wow!Its amazing,you have such a wonderful blog article with impressive photos. I love all trek that you have describe about the trail, culture and expectation of traveler with great photos. Thank you so much for the article that helps us to know about different places to make our destiny to visit.Yes, Once is not Enough in Nepal as you say. Hope to get lots of interesting articles soon.

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  3. BALAN

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  4. MyLine

    First off, the photos look astoundingly surreal and out of this world! It’s like the sceneries were only captured to be viewed on a movie screen! The beautiful art of nature plus great photography equals these masterpieces! Thank you for sharing these beautiful places with us even though it’s only through virtual but you made us inspired and motivated to work our asses off to even just visit one out of these many wonderful places!
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