This pristine trail is an ideal choice for those seeking a short (4-7 day) cultural interaction away from popular, commercialized routes and can be conveniently combined with a visit to the World Heritage Site (Natural) of Chitwan National Park.
Posted: November 29th, 2011 under Annapurna, Naar, Phu & Upper Mustang, Treks | Comments: none
Highlights include: Gurung people, cultural interaction, village scenery, Nepali hospitality, Himalayan backdrop, rarely visited area
Posted: November 29th, 2011 under Annapurna, Naar, Phu & Upper Mustang, Treks | Comments: none
In coordination with Trekking Agencies’ Association of Nepal (TAAN) 5 new trekking trails have been developed and mapped in Lower Solukhumbu. In contrast with Upper Solukhumbu/the Everest Region, Lower Solukhumbu is still unexplored by tourists. It is a hidden gem, with its beautiful landscapes with snowcapped mountains on the background and its authentic villages and beautiful gompas. The trails easily connect with the Everest region. In Lower Solukhumbu 5 trekking trails have recently been mapped and documented: 1. Salpa- Silicho- Panchpokhari Eco Trail (15 days). 2. Pikey – Pattale Community Based Cultural Trail (7 days). 3. Halesi – Salpa –Adventure and Cultural [...]
Posted: November 1st, 2011 under Articles, Blog, Everest, Solukhumbu, Rolwaling, Treks | Comments: none
“www.numburcheesecircuit.org”, Ramechhap, Nepal RAMECHHAP TOURISM OVERVIEW Ramechhap, only 100km east from Kathmandu, offers a trekking experience unequalled in Nepal. Sandwiched between the high Himalayan range to the north and the rolling Maharbhata range to the south, trekking in Ramechhap offers magnificent Himalayan panoramas, lush rhododendron forests, and unique cultural experiences. The elevation ranges from 488m at the Sun Kosi River to Numburchuili peak along Everest Himal range at 6959m. Vistas of the rolling foothills dotted with isolated farming communities, rhododendron forests and bamboo groves, all crowned by an array of snow peaks are bound to leave you breathless. The cultural [...]
Posted: October 2nd, 2011 under Everest, Solukhumbu, Rolwaling, Treks | Comments: none
Dolpo’s history, culture and treks options explained in colourful detail in a 60 page booklet written by Amchi Nyamgal Lama from Dho Tarap in association with SNV Netherlands Development Organisation.
Posted: August 2nd, 2011 under Books, buddhist festivals of nepal, Dolpa and inner dolpo, festivals of nepal, information, Practical information | Comments: none
Map of the Indigenous People’s Trekking Trail in Ramechhap below Everest region in Nepal.
Posted: August 2nd, 2011 under Ganesh Himal, Maps, Treks | Comments: none
Those who always wanted to do the Annapurna Circuit, but missed it at its prime. The side trip to Phu will be appreciated by the culturally curious as well as the adventurer who gets an extra pass and another mighty mountain view, as well as a medieval village to marvel at. It’s also a good bet for the monsoon trekker.
Posted: July 14th, 2011 under Annapurna, Naar, Phu & Upper Mustang, Treks | Comments: none
With it being seemingly so close to Kathmandu, and close to the the popular, wonderful and easy Helambu and Langtang treks, you might think that this GHT section would be one of the easier ones. It’s not the case. The high-route is remote, wild and technical and many will prefer to skirt around Helambu and reach Langtang via the well-trekked Laurebina La and the holy waters Gosaikunda. If you do decide to take the high route from The Last Resort, on the Bhote Kosi river and road from Kathmandu to Lhasa, up into the high hills you’ll need to be [...]
Posted: June 20th, 2011 under Langtang & Helambu, Treks | Comments: none
Experience trekker, and Everest Region guidebook writer Jamie McGuinness says, “I love the Kanchenjunga region because there is still so much exploring to do. Even the main route feels un-trekked.” The Kanchenjunga base camp trek is the most popular way to get to KBC and back. .
Posted: June 19th, 2011 under Kanchenjunga, Treks | Comments: none
Instead of following the more popular Dolpo Circuit trek, the Upper Dolpo to Jomsom trek heads further north to an area very close to the Tibet border and then walks out along the challenging trail to Jomsom giving you a good number of days on one of the most special sections of The Great Himalaya Trail.
Posted: June 17th, 2011 under Dolpa and inner dolpo, Treks | Comments: none
Tashi Bista explains some of the interesting traditions local to Upper Mustang that you might like to know about.
Posted: June 16th, 2011 under Blog, Upper Mustang | Comments: none
The Makalu Barun National Park offers some of the most spectacular scenery in the Himalayas. The rewards of trekking here are great, but hard won – it’s remote, wilderness country and for the experienced trekker. The Makalu Base Camp Trek is an exception 19 day trek.
Posted: June 14th, 2011 under Makalu Barun, Treks | Comments: none
The Lonely Planet notes for Mustang are pretty good although they lack track times, some of which we provide below. We thought it might useful for people to have some extra notes that apply particularly to early winter. At this time about 80% of Mustangis leave their homes for warmer Pokhara, Kathmandu and even the USA, goats and other stock are moved lower or sold down, and homes are winterised ahead of night‐time temperatures that can go as low as ‐25°C (‐13°F).
Posted: June 11th, 2011 under Articles, Practical information, Upper Mustang | Comments: none
The Tamang Heritage Trail is unique because it offers a closer look at village life that is less developed and travelled. It’s away from the crowds and makes a good extension to the Langtang trek.
Posted: June 10th, 2011 under Ganesh Himal, Manaslu, Treks | Comments: 1
For those who want to get into the mountains but well off the main trails. It’s a fabulous way to arriving in the Everest region, crossing one of the most challenging trekking passes in Nepal. Plenty of lovely villages and a mix of cultures and no crowds. Good for the experience trekker in Nepal.
Posted: June 10th, 2011 under Everest, Solukhumbu, Rolwaling, Treks | Comments: none
There is no doubt Makalu to Everest is the toughest and most challenging trek in Nepal due to the amount of days spent over 4,500m as well as having two mountaineering days required to cross the high passes.
However it is well worth the effort as Makalu to Everest is one of the most scenic treks in Nepal with superb views all the way up the Barun Valley (known as Yosemite of Nepal).
Posted: June 8th, 2011 under Makalu Barun, Treks | Comments: 8
Great Mountain Holidays specialises particularly in the Manaslu section of the Great Himalaya Trail – one of the most accessible and trekkable of the 10 sections. We know all the people by name, we know all the places to see, we know the route in all seasons.
Posted: May 14th, 2011 under Ganesh Himal agents, Manaslu, Nepal-based trekking companies, Tsum agents, Upper Mustang agents | Comments: none
We posted recently about the Manaslu trekking circuit becoming a tea-house trek. Almost! There is tea-house accommodation all the way from Arughat now. Two entrepreneurs built a basic lodge at Larkya Phedi, just below the long stretch up to the Larkya La pass. Before, a cold night of camping was essential here. But it remains “almost” because some of the tea-houses on lower section of the trek are still a little too basic for some trekkers.
Posted: April 27th, 2011 under Articles, Blog, Ganesh Himal, GHT Development Programme, Information for agents, Manaslu | Comments: 2
The Annapurna Dhaulagiri community trail is a brand new trekking area to the west of Poon Hill. It can be trekked from Beni or Tatopani on the Kali Gandaki river, or as an extension of the Ghandruk trek. Great views, lots of culture and designed to benefit the community.
Posted: April 25th, 2011 under Annapurna, Naar, Phu & Upper Mustang, Blog, Treks | Comments: 2
Local trekking guides can make for a local experience. Whenever you go trekking, it’s always a good idea to see if your trekking crew have a local person on board. It’s not the same as speaking the language, and asking directions. It is more about knowing the place, knowing what and who is around the next corner, what happens where and the stories a place has to tell.
Posted: April 15th, 2011 under Upper Mustang, Upper Mustang agents | Comments: none
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