Where to trek during this Dashain?
Dashain is just around the corner. It’s that time of year when the skies are brighter, and the weather is cooler. It’s the nation’s merry-making time, and everyone’s high on the spirits of Dashain. It is also the peak time for trekking in Nepal because of the excellent climate and visibility.
Previously, trekking was an adventure sport only undertaken by tourists. But, in just about five years, it has also successfully etched its name on the bucket list of most Nepalese people. Ask any young Nepali, and they will keenly tell you about the next trekking destination they hope to go to. It is a very unusual step forward for brooding Nepal’s tourism sector.
So, for those aspiring trekkers who want to make the most of their long Dashain holidays, what better thing to do than trekking? Here, we have listed 4 excellent short treks that can be completed in 4-10 days. Read more to decide where you want to go next!
Poon Hill Trek
Poon Hill Trek begins and ends in the Lake City of Pokhara. The trek can last anywhere from between 4-6 Days. If you have more days to spare, you can add more destinations to this already excellent trek and elevate your altitude and experience even further! Poon Hill is one of the most famous viewpoints in the entire Annapurna Region. Once you reach your main vantage point, you will feel like you have entered an amphitheatre of mountains. You can have the most amazing views of the peaks from Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Massif, including Annapurna South and Annapurna 1.
The trek passes through several Gurung villages like Tadapani, Ghandruk, and Ghorepani. These villages offer excellent homestay services. Thus, you will get a rare chance to live like a Gurung for a day! Their culture and lifestyle are indeed fascinating. Also, since it is a mid-level trek, it can be completed quickly. So, don’t be surprised if you meet a group of senior citizens during the trek!
Recommended Ghorepani Pool Hill Trekking in Nepal
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Everest View Trek.
No, you don’t have to trek up to the Everest Base Camp to have splendid views of the highest peak in the world. Luckily, the topographical variation is similar in the Everest Region. Everest View Trekking is undoubtedly one of the most famous treks in Nepal, thanks to the perfect natural setting and cultural richness. The trek can be completed within five days, but you can add new destinations like Gokyo and Kala Pathhar if you want. The trek is short and can be completed without any complications of altitude sickness.
Your journey will begin with an exciting 30 minutes long flight to Lukla from the capital. The route will take you through lush jungles, shaky suspension bridges over Dudh Koshi, and several traditional Sherpa villages. You can trek through famous villages like Phakding, Khumjung, and the historic town of Namche Bazaar. Throughout the trek and from some vantage points, you can have the most impressive views of peaks like Ama Dablam, Kangtega, Island Peak, Cho Oyu, and Everest.
Recommended Everest View Trek in Nepal
Langtang Valley Trek.
Langtang Valley, also known as Himalayan’s best-kept secret, was severely impacted in 2015. But it has been three years since the dreadful event, and trekking is now in full swing here. Many may not know this, but Langtang Valley is only 19 miles north of Kathmandu. If you don’t have enough time to trek into Annapurna and Everest Region, no need to worry! During this 6-8-day trek, you will be mesmerised by the beautiful views of Langtang Lirung, Ganesh Himal, Langtang Ri, Dorje Lakpa, and some Tibetan peaks.
The journey will begin with a bus ride from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi. From here, your route will pass through the villages of Tato Pani, Chilime, Thuman, and Nagthali Gyanng. Your trekking journey will come full circle in Syabru Besi. Some of the trek's highlights are that it will take you through beautiful pastures, yak farms, and even a cheese factory! On top of that, living like a local in the culturally rich Tamang villages will elevate your experience in many ways!
Recommended Langtang Valley Trek in Nepal
Langtang Valley Trekking-11 Days
Gosainkunda Trek.
In addition to being a sought-after trekking destination, Gosainkunda is a famous pilgrimage site for the Hindus. If you plan your trek around August, you will witness a lot of pilgrims flocking to the region to take a dip in the holy river. The trek is relatively more comfortable than the ones in Everest and Annapurna Region. On top of that, you can quickly complete it within just 5-6 days.
For the first few days, you ascend through dense forests before reaching the tree line at Cholang Paty. From here, you can also have the first glimpse of the glistening Langtang Himal and Annapurna. After spending a night in Lauri Binayak, you can hike up to the icy blue lakes the following day. Visiting the lakes is the ultimate highlight of this whole trip! From afar, the lakes look like a piece of emerald. The mountains in the back add even more to their beauty!
Recommended Gosainkunda Trek in Nepal
Gosainkunda Short Trekking: 8 Days
Langtang Valley Gosaikunda Trekking: 16 Days
