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For many people a visit to Nepal has to include a trek.
Trekking in Nepal offers visitors a real chance to experience directly the amazing
scenery and unique culture of Nepal. Trekking in the Himalayas surrounded by the
highest mountains in the world is, for many people, a life changing experience.
Nepal has an infinite variety of different treks which can cater for all levels of
experience, fitness and ambition.
Our trekking agency 'Lily's Nirvana Treks' can
organize set treks for you or give you the chance to tailor-make your own and supply
you with reliable, experienced guides and porters. We can organize a variety of
treks from short and relatively easy to longer and more strenuous in the Annapurna
and Everest regions. Please let us know your requirements and we can tailor-make
an itinerary to suit you.
The Annapurna region located in Central Nepal, close to Pokhara, includes some
of the world's highest and most beautiful mountains. These include the Annapurna range,
Dhaulagiri and Machhapuchhre - the famous fish-tail mountain that dominates the skyline
above Pokhara. In addition this area boasts the Kali Gandaki, the world's deepest gorge.
Here it is possible to do a variety of different treks from 1 day up to 21 days or more.
Here are some examples:
The Annapurna Circuit Trek: 21 days - Moderate to Strenuous
This classic trek circles the entire Annapurna massif and offers a spectacular
variety of people and landscapes, from lowland farming country to alpine meadows
to the Tibet-like country on the northern slopes of the Himalaya. The trek starts
in the foothills at Besi Sahar and rises after 6 days to the settlement of Manang
at 3500m where trekkers can acclimatise and enjoy the mountain views before
continuing on to cross the famous Thorung La Pass at 5416m, to Muktinath,
an important pilgrimage site for Hindus and Buddhists. At this point this would
also be the route of the Jomsom Trek. From here the trail descends towards the
Kali Gandaki, with Annapurna and Dhaulagiri towering on either side.
En route back to Pokhara the trail pass through the many beautiful hill villages
that populate this ancient trading route between Tibet and India. On this route
you can also visit the hot springs at Tatopani, and climb up Poon Hill, above
Ghorapani, to enjoy magnificent mountain views. Accommodation and food is provided
in the local lodges.
The Annapurna Sanctuary Trek: 8 - 10 days
Annapurna, at 8091m, is the 10th highest mountain in the world. The trek into
the area below the massive south face of Annapurna - known as the Annapurna
Sanctuary - is one of the most popular treks in Nepal. The trek begins in Pokhara
and leads up through the breathtaking Modi Khola gorge into the vast mountain
ringed amphitheatre of the Sanctuary. The trek goes through bamboo and rhododendron
forests offering superb views of the Annapurna range until arrving at the
high glacial basin that is the site of the Annapurna south face base camp. This is
a classic trek which allows access to the high mountains of the Himalaya within a
reasonable timeframe and with a maximum altitude of 4000m. Accommodation and food is
provided in the local lodges.
The Jomsom Trek
The Jomsom Trek follows the ancient trading route from India to Tibet up the Kali
Gandaki valley starting from the roadhead near Pokhara and finishing at the pilgrimage
site of Muktinath. This trek offers a wide range of surroundings, from the culture
of the lowland villages to the splendour of the high Himalaya. This trek gives many
spectacular views of the two Himalayan giants, Annapurna and Dhaulagiri, and gives a
flavour of the Tibet-like country north of Jomsom. This is indeed a classic trek
which allows access to the high mountains of the Himalaya within a reasonable timeframe
and without ascending to extreme altitude. Accommodation and food is provided in
the local lodges.
In addition to the treks we offer in the Annapurna region we also offer treks to the Everest region and also to Upper Mustang and to the ancient town of Lo Manthang. Our fully registered trekking agency has some of the most experienced guides and porters from the Annapurna region. This is their home area and so their local knowledge can offer visitors a chance to really know and experience the culture of this area. We can offer organized tea house trekking or camping treks and we are also happy to supply you with guides and porters for the more independent travelers. We can tailor-make treks for you to suit your budget, time and ability.