Trekking in Nepal

Trekking and mountaineering in Nepal give a deep insight and first hand experience of witnessing the vivid and distinct flora and fauna as well as admire the picturesque natural beauty of Nepal. It completely depends upon you if you want to venture out on the much-traversed tracts or want to explore the virgin trails. Whatever you choose, you are bound to experience unforgettable spectacles. In short, we can safely conclude that Nepal is mountaineer's paradise and what is typical of paradise, Nepal has many courses on its platter. For example, you have tropical and coniferous mountain forests and lofty Himalayan peaks as starters. Then you can have the Mount Everest itself in the main course.

Talking of trekking, it usually consists of an optimal series of ascents and descents. In normal course, you are required to walk for a minimum of 5 to 7 hours (9 to 14 km) per day on average with a guide, cook and porters and, on some occasions, pack animals. The best thing about the mountaineering and trekking in Nepal is the process itself. The objective of trekking is not just the particular destination, but also the journey. You travel at a modest pace, observing nature, rural communities, and spectacular mountain panoramas.

The most interesting thing about trekking in Nepal is the range of geographical features that you witness in the process. It is perfectly usual to cross snowfields in the morning and bathe in sub-tropical streams in the afternoon. The only dampener in the process is the absence of signposts. For the most part, trekking routes are well traveled by local people and mountaineers alike, but remain unmarked and are without signposts.

Trekking and mountaineering agencies in Nepal offer a wide variety of different treks to suit both novices and experienced trekkers. Depending upon your time and budget constraints, these agencies tailor- make itineraries to suit your needs. Talking of accommodations, there are two basic types of accommodation in trekking namely Teahouse and Camping. All the treks are accompanied and lead by professional mountaineers who double up as guides. All of these guides are well trained and licensed by the Government.