WHAT IS TREKKING?
Trekking is
all about walking, done to explore the beauties of the places whether it is
natural or cultural and to explore the seen or unseen places. Trekking is an
outdoor activity which lasts from a mere few days to the months' duration.
Trekking consists of a number of ascents and descents consecutively for long
hours. However, it depends on a person how long or how many hours he or she
wants to trek in a day. The main objective of the trekking is not mostly about
the particular destination but the journey in itself. Because the trekking
takes you to the places you haven’t been before and lets you experience the
things you haven’t done before. That’s why the trekking journey you choose is
what matters after all.
WHAT IS TREKKING IN NEPAL?
Trekking in Nepal is
the major attraction of the Nepalese tourism industry. Nepal Himalayas, which
is truly blessed by the mother nature has 1200+ snowcapped peaks (all above 6000m)
with 8 highest mountains out of 14 (Mt Everest 8848m, Mt Kanchenjunga 8586m, Mt
Lhotse 8516m, Mt Makalu 8481m, Mt Cho Oyu 8201m, Mt Dhaulagiri 8167m, Mt
Manaslu 8156m and Mt Annapurna 8091m) in the world within its Himalayan range.
And trekking is the only way to go, see and explore all of these Himalayas and
the wonders beneath them. In addition, there are numerous glacial rivers
flowing from the North to the South, the tranquil lakes formed in many parts of
the nation, low alps and mountains; ragged and terrain, green vegetation and
lush forests all over the country. Because of these gems and natural beauty,
trekking in Nepal has been the ultimate choice for many travelers and trekkers.
Nepal
trekking is for all kinds of interested travelers from non-hikers to the soft
and hardcore adventurers since there are different grades of trekking in terms
of difficulty and which may last from few days to months. It can be done
anytime of the year as you prefer to. Besides from the natural beauty, one gets
to experience the typical local diverse cultures and traditions, observe
fascinating sites of various values, explore various bio-diversities and
explore the wide range of geographical varieties in the country. The benefits
are countless when it comes to the good side of trekking hence it’s the first
choice of the visitors in Nepal.
WHY SHOULD I DO TREKKING IN
NEPAL INSTEAD OF OTHER OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES IN NEPAL?
There are
many outdoor activities that can be done in Nepal besides trekking. We
have Hiking, Tours, Peak climbing and expedition, Multi-adventure sports, etc.
but trekking in Nepal is a different slice of cake to enjoy from. Because of
the high Himalayan panoramas and the multitude array of choices in different
geographical regions, trekking is the most preferred outdoor activity in Nepal.
You will keep coming for more once you do a trek in Nepal. Trekking in Nepal is
an unmissable activity to do while you wander and explore the world.
WHY TO CHOOSE NEPAL FOR
TREKKING?
Everything
starts from trekking, in Nepal. Nepal is simply a heaven for the trekkers and
adventurers from around the globe. There are countless reasons why Nepal should
be your first choice for trekking. A land full of love and mystery, Nepal is
where the trekking first started from, during mid-twentieth century. WHY NEPAL can
give you more insights why you should choose Nepal for trekking.
IS TREKKING SAFE IN NEPAL?
Nepal is totally
safe for trekking. Nepal must be one of the fewest peaceful countries in the
world. Since it’s a new democratic country, small kind of internal political
conflicts keep happening but it’s safe for the common people and the tourists.
Trekkers either independently or in private groups have been trekking in Nepal
from decades and it’s been proved that Nepal is one of the safest countries to
visit and for the trekking purpose as well.
WHAT ARE MY TREKKING CHOICES?
From the East
to the West, there are a variety of trekking zones in Nepal which offers
varieties of choices to the trekkers. If you have less time, choose the short
trekking journeys suitable for you and if you have more leisurely time, choose
the long duration treks suitable for you. The trekking duration ranges from one
day to many months. To be Trekking in Nepal,
you get to choose between the regions like Everest Region Trekking, Annapurna Region, Dhaulagiri Region, Dolpo Region, Langtang Region, Manaslu Region, Rara Lake Trekking, Upper Mustang Trekking, Ganesh Himal Trekking, Kanchenjunga Trekking, Makalu Region and
other less popular and unexplored trekking regions.
HOW LONG CAN I TREK IN NEPAL?
You can trek
in Nepal as long as you want. If you have a short holiday or visit time, choose
the treks like Top 10 Best Short Treks in Nepal or if you have a longer holiday
or visit time you can opt to choose between the treks like Top 15 Most Challenging Treks in Nepal for the Adventure Lovers.
IS IT WORTHY TO TREK IN
NEPAL?
It may sound
unbelievable to you but trekking in Nepal is worthwhile even lasting for a
lifetime. Every penny is worth spending in Nepal for trekking due to the reason
that it’s the pristine land with raw form of nature and the type of land which
every photographers, adventurers and explorers seek for. You could read some of
these interesting blogs to figure out by yourself why Nepal is worthy for
trekking: Top 20 Spiritual Treks and Tours in Nepal for the Pilgrims and the
Powerful Place Seekers, Top 25 treks in Nepal for the photographers / photography, TOP 10 BEST TREKS FOR THE BEGINNERS IN NEPAL.
HOW COSTLY IS IT TO TREK IN
NEPAL?
One of the
major questions that have been asked and pondered to time and again be about
the cost to trek in Nepal. Simply put, trekking in Nepal is very cheap and at
the same time trekking in Nepal is also expensive. It all depends upon the
destinations and the type of trek you choose. As you can see Trekking Permits and Park Entry Fees, the trekking permit fees are
different. Many places in Nepal are forbidden for where we need special
restricted zone permits which make the trekking to these places more expensive
than trekking in other places. However, the average trekking cost can range
from USD 10 – USD 100 per day.
WHAT SHOULD I WEAR TO TREK IN
NEPAL?
Nepal has
mainly four seasons; Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter, and distinctively three
geographical regions from North to South; Himalayan region, Hilly region and
Terai lowlands. This indicate that temperature varies from season to season and
altitude to altitude. As the result, the clothing has to be chosen according to
your traveling time and the choice of altitude you choose to trek to. What to take for travel has
all the list of clothing for you to wear during treks in Nepal.
WHEN CAN I TREK IN NEPAL?
Honestly,
it’s hard to answer this question. Nepal can be traveled and trekked anytime of
the year since Nepal has all kinds of geographical variations and so while one
part is dry, the other part of the country can be wet. But for most of the
treks, Spring (March, April and May) and Autumn (September, October and
November) is the best time which are also known as the peak/busy season.
However, you can also opt to trek in Nepal during other months {off-season} as
you can read in Top 10 interesting things to do in Nepal in August and PLACES TO VISIT DURING SUMMER IN NEPAL.
WHAT DOCUMENTS DO I NEED TO
TREK IN NEPAL?
Definitely,
you need to carry your documents to trek in Nepal. Nepal visa can be simply
obtained upon your arrival paying the nominal fees in
Kathmandu, Nepal but without your document, you are not allowed to enter Nepal.
First and the most important thing that you need is your passport and secondly
your travel insurance.
DO I NEED AN INSURANCE TO
TREK IN NEPAL?
Without a
least doubt, you do require a travel insurance to trek in Nepal. The reason is;
trekking in Nepal Himalayas or the mountains as breath-taking and exhilarating
as it is, it is at the same time adventurous while carrying some risks. Just in
rare case, for if anything happens, your trek has to be insured and you have to
make sure you have one before coming to Nepal. However, please know that having
a travel insurance for yourself is a choice {except the compulsory insurance
for restricted areas}. More at Travel Insurance.
DO I NEED PERMITS TO TREK IN
NEPAL?
There is a
certain amount you are liable to pay to trek anywhere in Nepal. This is for
your own safety and also for the proper implementation of rules and regulations
in Nepal tourism. You should check Trekking Permits and Park Entry Fees for clear details and in
addition to these permits, you will also need to make a TIMS {Trekkers’
Information Management System} card for trekking in Nepal.
WHAT SHOULD I BRING TO TREK
IN NEPAL?
Bring your
personal gears and equipment, your documents, backpacks, your clothing,
toiletries and all other essentials since you will be trekking for a number of
days or weeks. For detailed info, you should check What to take for travel.
DO I NEED SOME PRACTICE
BEFORE I GO FOR TREKKING IN NEPAL?
Every time
before you do anything in life, life gets much easier and better with a bit of
a practice. The same idea applies to the trekking in Nepal. The more you practice,
the better. Therefore, before you go to Nepal, don’t forget to exercise a lot
and to prepare yourselves physically and mentally. Because in some days, you
might even see the stars during the daylight due to the tough nature of the
adventure day.
CAN I HELP THE LOCALS OR THE
POOR PEOPLE WHILE I TREK IN NEPAL?
Well,
directly or indirectly, we are always helping locals while we trek in any parts
of Nepal. Moreover, if you wish to help more to the poor people in the country,
you can do so easily. The generous hearts and the helping hands are always
appreciated and warmly welcomed in Nepal. Additionally, if you choose to trek
while spending your time and money with the locals, that will benefit more to
the local people.
CAN I BRING MY FAMILY OR
FRIENDS TO TREK IN NEPAL?
Sure please.
You can bring your friends and family, your relatives or whoever you know.
Trekking in Nepal is always fun with the ones you love and you care for.
Trekking experience gets better in company with your friends and family. Since
there is no age limit for trekking in Nepal, you can bring from a walking child
to the wheelchair-bound elderly family members. Nepal offers treks to any types
of travelers no matter about the age or the physical capability.
WHAT ARE THE MOST POPULAR
TREKS IN NEPAL?
Everest Base Camp Trekking remains number one popular trekking journey in
Nepal, even as of today. There are many other treks in Nepal which are counted
among the best. According to the records of the trekkers in the trekking
regions of Nepal, the following treks tops the list of the most popular treks
in Nepal after the Everest base camp trek:
In fact,
there are so many other trekking places which are getting renowned these days
and are becoming the trending destinations. Some interesting reads can give you
more insights: Top 10 Best Short Treks in Nepal TOP 10 BEST TREKS FOR THE BEGINNERS IN NEPAL Top 25 treks in Nepal for the photographers / photography Top 15 Most Challenging Treks in Nepal for the Adventure Lovers Top 20 Spiritual Treks and Tours in Nepal for the Pilgrims and the Powerful
Place Seekers
WHAT DO I EAT DURING TREK
IN NEPAL?
Eating enough
and proper is the must while trekking in Nepal. Trekking in Nepal is difficult
in average. You always need to feed your body with enough balanced diets and
hydrate your body time to time. Buy your favorite snacks, dry fruits, chocolate
bars, fruits and salads, beverages, etc. before beginning the trek or while in
the trek. Buying these food items before starting of the trek will save you
more money afterward but it’s your choice after all. Apart from this, there are
proper menus in the established trekking regions with the exception of less
popular or less explored trekking trails. You could have a multiple choices
from the variety of food items from typical Nepalese Dal Bhat to the Continental
and Mediterranean dishes. However, the higher you go with the altitudes, your
choice will become less and less and the prices get more and more expensive.
But keep in mind that you have to be very careful regarding foods during trek
in Nepal because of the health issues it may bring. Always consult to the
travel experts or the local individuals or the companies to have the best idea.
DO I NEED TO CARRY SOME
CHANGE MONEY FOR TREKKING IN NEPAL?
It is always
advisable to carry the change money while trekking in Nepal. Nepalese Rupees
NPR are the best notes to carry while you can also carry some other currency
notes in small changes. But if you wish to waste less and trek wisely, then
carrying enough required amounts in Nepali currency is the best idea to avoid
any hassles on the way. There are whole lot of ATM machines in the cities and
even in some remote towns where you can withdraw the required amount. One most
important thing to be wary is of the withdrawal limits to your card. Most of
the machines and the cards will only allow in an average of $800 or equivalent
NPR amount to withdraw.
HOW DIFFICULT IS IT TO TREK
IN NEPAL?
Trekking in
Nepal, in terms of difficulty can range from an easy one to the strenuous ones.
Basically, there are four grading systems which tells us how difficult it is to
accomplish the journey and what level of physical fitness a particular task
requires; easy, moderate, difficult and strenuous. In reality, none of the
treks in Nepal are easy but technically not every treks has to be difficult in
the similar sense. Except few treks in Nepal which is on par to the peak
climbing and expeditions, rest of the treks can be done easily as long as you
are well-prepared physically and mentally and also well-equipped.
CAN I TREK ON MY OWN IN NEPAL?
Certainly you
can trek on your own in Nepal. Do some research regarding the trek or on the
trekking destinations you are going to and prepare yourselves with all the
necessary items required for the trek. If you are a solo traveler and would
like to trek alone rather than with the friends and family, you can trek solo
on your own and meet or make new friends on the way. But keep in mind that you
shouldn’t trek to the less popular trails alone because of various unforeseen
situations and reasons.
DO I GET TO MEET OTHER PEOPLE
DURING TREKS IN NEPAL?
There’s good
news for every types of trekkers in Nepal. If you are the type who loves to
make new friends and love to socialize while trekking, the popular treks and
the more frequented trekking trails are for you. However, if you wish to
explore the nature by yourself with less people around, either trek in the
off-season or the less busy season or choose to trek in off-the-beaten trails
or the unexplored trails. Whether to make new friends or to avoid a flock of
crowds on the trail is your ultimate choice.
IS TREKKING IN NEPAL GOING TO
BE MEMORABLE?
What an
incredible question it is! Is your trekking journey in Nepal going to be
memorable! Is the trek going to be fun and thrilling! Hundred percent without a
slightest doubt, they are going to be awesome. The memory you make on the
trekking trails in Nepal is surely going to be cherished forever and will stay
into your mind for a long time to come. Like they say, ‘Once Nepal, Forever
Nepal’. Once you trek in Nepal, you will forever be addicted to the Himalayas
and you won’t be able to stop thinking about Nepal Himalayas until your last
breath.
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