Trekking Nepal: 6 of the best ‘teahouse’ treks in Nepal, including Everest Base Camp
- With most trails being well marked, hikers with a decent level of fitness and outdoor awareness can tackle them without the need for a local guide
- The trail leading from Lukla to Everest Base Camp is probably the best known, and one of the most trekked routes in the world
Nepal now is fully open, and home to some of the finest trekking in the world. Here are six of the very best “teahouse” treks for you to stride for.
There’s nowhere else on earth that can match Nepal for dramatic Himalayan scenery and accessible trekking routes. With the country now fully open to visitors and with relatively low numbers of trekkers out there it’s a great time to take on that hike of a lifetime.
Many of the classic Nepalese treks are teahouse based, meaning that you will find basic accommodation all along their routes, and so do not need to carry camping and cooking gear, and most teahouses offer rooms for a just a few Rupees, or even for free if you eat there.
With most trails being well marked, those with a decent level of fitness and outdoor awareness are also able to tackle them without the need for a guide, although it’s always well worth considering hiring a local guide or porter to keep life simple, and to help the local economy.
From mid September to early May is trekking season, with the fringes of this being the quietest time, and with December-January being very cold and possibly snowy at altitude. You will need to arrange TIMS card locally before hitting the trails, and some treks also require conservation permits (which you can also arrange in Kathmandu and Pokhara). Here are 6 of the finest teahouse treks in Nepal.
Everest Base Camp
14-18 days.
