Nepal is a mecca for trekkers, with the world’s 12 highest peaks and unparalleled combination of natural beauty attracting them. While trekking on these paths, you will come across many people and places and get to see their way of life and live a part of their culture.
If you came overland from India by plane, these flight offer a panoramic view of the Himalaya, in just one hour.
During the flight you will see the mightiest Himalayas including Shisha Pngma (8,013m.), Dorje Lakpa (6,966m.), Phurbi-Ghyachu, Choba- Bhamre (5,933m.), GauriShankar (7,134m.), Melungtse (7,023 m), Chugimago 6,297 m), Numbur (6956 m), Karyolung (6511m), Cho-Oyu (8,201m.), Gyachungkang (7,952 m), Pumori (7,161m), Nuptse (7,855m), Mt.Everest (8,848+2m) - the highest peak in the world (also known as ‘Sagarmatha‘ in the Nepali Language) and many more, including a glimpse of Kanchanjunga.
Trekking Seasons:
Although it is possible to trek at any time of the year in Nepal, the main season begins in Autumn (October and November), when there’s minimal rainfall and crystal-clear, mountain views.
During the Winter (December to Febuary), it’s freezing above 4,000 metres and the high passes may be snowbound. Winter is an ideal season for a lower trek.
March to May marks the beginning of the Spring trekking season, which peaks around mid-April.
Other options for trekking:
Heli Trekking:
While the whole point of trekking is using your feet, not everyone can climb the heights to appreciate wonderful, panoranic views of the Himalayas.
For those who are restricted by time (or other constraints) from going trekking, helicopters fly swiftly into the core of any trekking zone.
Ballooning:
Ballooning is quite a popular sport in Nepal and a good enough reason to view nature at its best, from a height of 1,200 to 1,500 metres.
From this altitude, the entire Himalayan range will be in sight, with 360 degrees of visibility and fantastic downward views of the Kathmandu valley itself.
For more information on visiting Nepal, visit Himalayan Glacier Travel Advice.
Source: Himalayan Adventures in Nepal
India Travel, Nepal Travel
This is so true, Nepal is the ultimate goal for trekkers. The people in Nepal are very welcoming to share the natural treasures of their homeland. I enjoy writing about my experineces Trekking in Nepal and I am still in contact with some new friend I made. I enjoy seeing sites like this.
Comment by Dan W — March 25, 2006 @ 6:14 am
Nepal is indeed a heaven for trekkers. It’s an unexplored heaven. I recommend visitors to try the rural area instead of commercialized places like Kathmandu.
Comment by Kalpesh Sharma — May 6, 2007 @ 1:23 pm