The 15 Best Treks and Hikes in Nepal

1.Manaslu Circuit Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 292 reviews · from $1,190Our pick

Manaslu Circuit Trek from Kathmandu for active travelers, with guides, permits, and full trekking meals included for a quieter Himalayan experience.

“The experience with Nepal trekking experts has been very good. They give you all the information you need, they are flexible, take into account the preferences of each person and always willing to help to ensure that everyone has a good experience. I would definitely recommend them to anyone thinking of trekking in Nepal, they are great!”

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2.Nagarkot Sunrise View & Morning Hike with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 188 reviews · 3 - 7.5 hours

Kathmandu to Nagarkot for a Himalayan sunrise, then a gentle morning hike to UNESCO Changu Narayan, with packed food and pickup.

“I spent half a day with Bikram starting with the sunrise at Nagarkot. Although there was only partial visibility, the views were still worth the early start. From there, we visited the Bageshwori Nagarkot Suspension Bridge and then walked to Changu Narayan, a historic Hindu temple. We ended the tour exploring Bhaktapur Durbar Square. Bikram is very patiant and knowledgeable about the sites and the history of the area. I highly recommend him!”

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3.Trekking in Annapurna/Langtang/Everest/Upper Mustang regions

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 161 reviews

Trek with a certified guide from Pokhara, choosing Annapurna or Upper Mustang day or multi-day routes, with pickup and local planning help.

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4.Nagarkot Sunrise and Hike Tour to Changu Narayan

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 151 reviews · from $55

Nagarkot Himalayan sunrise and 12 km hike to Changu Narayan UNESCO temple from Kathmandu, with private guide, pickup, and entry fees.

“This is an easy and relaxed trail through several villages, tiny temples and a forest, that ends in colourful Changu Narayan Temple. We were guided by Razz that made the experience even more enjoyable by providing detailed information of the different temples, villages and spots seen on the way. Moreover, he gave us interesting insights on Buddhism and Hinduism. He really went on the extra mile to make us feel like a local.”

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5.Everest View from Nagarkot & hike to Changu

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 140 reviews · 6 - 6.5 hours · from $43

Nagarkot sunrise views, a village hike to Changunarayan Temple, plus a cultural guided day from Kathmandu for $43.

“Eventually, I was an only passenger. Sagar, the guide, was friendly and answered whatever questions I asked. Today I could learn a lot about Nepali and Hindi history and culture. Many thanks”

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6.4-Day Ghorepani, Poonhill & Ghandruk Mountain Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 132 reviews · 4 days · from $181

Four days trek from Pokhara to Ghorepani, Poon Hill sunrise views, and Gurung Ghandruk village, plus rhododendron trails and tea houses.

“I did the Ghorepani, Poonhill and Ghandruk trek and it was absolutely incredible. My guide Bhadrapur Neali could not have been better. He was so supportive and kind to every single one of us during the trek and we had so much fun. The tour itself for me was completely new and I was able to completely disconnect during my time on the trek. My guide made the experience very enjoyable and was able to make us laugh during the trek - I am so grateful for Bhadrapur and the trek itself. I will leave the trek with so many amazing memories - thank you so much!”

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7.Nagarkot Sunrise & Hike with Lunch -Private/Group

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 122 reviews · 3.5 - 7 hours

Sunrise at Nagarkot, then a guided hike to UNESCO Changunarayan Temple with lunch. Private or group options, convenient Kathmandu pickup.

“I truly had a great time on this trip. Nissan was an incredible guide, the location of the hike was perfect for an authentic experience of Nepal’s hilly regions and it was the perfect length. Thanks Nissan for a great day.”

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8.Gokyo to Everest Base Camp Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 113 reviews · from $2,200

Gokyo to Everest Base Camp trek via Cho La Pass, with Lukla flights, acclimatization days, and big views from Gokyo Ri and Kala Patthar.

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9.Annapurna Base Camp Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 111 reviews · from $935

12-day Annapurna Base Camp trek from Kathmandu to Pokhara with teahouses, permits, and expert guides. Reach 4,130 m views.

“Trekked to ABC with a group of friends on a private tour. Cannot express the absolute professionalism of the trekking company. Our guide Cecil and his team were amazing. I would highly recommend this team to make your dreams come true with confidence. Thankyou so much. Lifelong memories”

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10.Manaslu Circuit Trek:

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 106 reviews · from $1,099

A restricted Nepal trek around Mount Manaslu with Tibetan-style villages, hot springs, and a high Larkya La Pass crossing.

“Just completed the Manaslu Circuit Trek with my partner and what an incredible experience it was!”

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11.Annapurna Foothills Day Hike with Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 100 reviews · 8 hours · from $42Best value

Pokhara day hike from Kande to Australian Basecamp and Dhampus, with transfers, an English-speaking guide, permits, and great mountain views.

“We had an excellent experience with our guide, Moti. It was as if we were friends discovering the Himalayas together. He was very attentive to my traveling companion, who was unable to walk as fast due to health reasons. The tour was very beautiful, not at all tiring with the frequent stops. At the Australian camp and then all the way down, the view was absolutely breathtaking. My travel companion and I can say that it was one of the best experiences of our lives! Thank you, Moti!”

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12.Everest Base Camp Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 97 reviews · from $999

Guided Everest Base Camp trek from Kathmandu to Lukla, with included flights, tea house nights, and a Kathmandu hotel buffer for altitude.

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13.Nagarkot Hike with Mount Everest View

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 89 reviews · from $57

Nagarkot to Changunarayan hike from Kathmandu for Everest views, rural village life, and a UNESCO temple with stone carvings.

“Great walk, terrific guide. lots of fun, worth the cost”

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14.Everest Base Camp Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 87 reviews · from $2,500

15-day Everest Base Camp trek from Kathmandu via Lukla flights, Sherpa villages, lodge meals, and close-up views of Everest.

“Our Explore Himalaya trip in a nutshell - AMAZING!”

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15.5-Day Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 72 reviews · 5 days · from $96

5-day Annapurna Base Camp trek from Pokhara or Kathmandu with guide, guesthouses, permits, and Jhinu Danda hot springs, reaching 4,130 m.

“We went on the ABC Trek with our guide Terence Tamang and our porter Narayan for 5 days. Throughout the Trekking Tour, Terence made sure that we are comfortable and gave us valuable insights about the local plant life and Nepalese culture. He tought us a Nepalese card game and we had a lot of fun together. In addition his tips for Trekking and behavior in higher altitude help us a lot and made us feel safe on the Trek. Narayan was a great porter and a great addition to the team. He also watched after us and made sure that we enjoyed our Trek. The scenery was very impressive…”

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