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Nepal has always been in the limelight among the adventure-traveling communities. The Himalayas in Nepal have attracted people from around the world to witness the magnificence and enjoy the adventure. From trekking in the Himalayan wilderness to climbing expeditions to the top of gigantic mountains, Nepal has been one of the major destinations in the world. We are going to talk about the magnificence of the Himalayas in Nepal in this blog. The famous Himalayan range is the vast stretch of high-raised and snow-capped peaks from east to west in the northern part of Nepal. The magnanimous range accommodates 8 of 14 eight-thousand-meter mountains including the highest mountain in the world. One can enjoy the view of these surreal mountains while traveling to the region.
Once you get to witness the charm of the Himalayas in Nepal, you will remain awestruck by the beauty. Whether you are on a trekking adventure or a climbing expedition, the vastness and wilderness of the mountains will leave you speechless. Millions of People from around the world have explored the Himalayas and taken beautiful memories back with them. Hundreds of thousands of people visit the Himalayas in Nepal every year.
Most of the adventure travelers in Nepal go trekking in different regions of the Himalayas while a significant number of people choose to climb to the top of different mountains. Trekking adventures from all-time favorite Everest Base Camp Trek to remote area trekking to Kanchenjunga region, trekkers can choose their adventures. And this has been possible only because of the presence of the breathtaking Himalayas in Nepal.
The Himalayas are not only popular for trekking but also for climbing adventures. Adventurers travel to Mt. Everest to summit the highest peak and many others choose to climb mountains like Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, Annapurna, Makalu etc. Some people also choose to climb lower mountains like Island Peak, Mera Peak, Lobuche Peak, Pisang Peak, etc.
We have already mentioned that the Himalayan range boasts eight of fourteen mountains that are 8,000 meters and higher. The list includes the highest mountain on earth – Mount Everest. Let’s look at the list of the eight-thousand-meter Mountains in Nepal with their height.
Mt. Everest (Highest Mountain in the World) – 8,848 meters
Mt. Kanchenjunga (Third Highest in the World) – 8,586 meters
Mt. Lhotse (Fifth Highest in the World) – 8,516 meters
Mt. Makalu (Fifth Highest in the World) – 8,485 meters
Mt. Cho Oyu (Sixth Highest in the World) – 8,188 meters
Mt. Dhaulagiri (Seventh Highest in the World) – 8,167 meters
Mt. Manaslu (Eighth Highest in the World) – 8,163 meters
Mt. Annapurna (Tenth Highest in the World) – 8,091 meters
These above-mentioned gigantic mountains are in different parts of the Himalayan stretch. Many other high-raised mountains in the Himalayas stand tall along with these eight-thousanders.
While the entire stretch of the Himalayas offers a beautiful trekking experience, some of the regions are more popular than others. Some trekking regions have better accommodation facilities and easier accessibility while the others are in the more remote region.
Here are some popular regions for trekking in the Himalayas.
Everest region is the part of the Himalayas where the highest mountain on earth - Mt. Everest - stands tall. In addition to Mt. Everest, there is another eight-thousander - Mt. Lhotse - standing next to the highest mountain. With the presence of the eight-thousand-meter mountains and other gigantic peaks, the region offers an awesome Himalayan wilderness. Trekkers and mountaineers head to the Everest region for trekking and mountaineering adventures. Gokyo Valley Trek, Everest Base Camp Trek, and Everest Panorama Trek are some of the popular trekking adventures in the region. The Everest region also offers climbing expeditions in the mountains like Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Ama Dablam, Island Peak, Mera Peak, and Lobuche Peak.
The region attracts thousands of adventure travelers every year.
Annapurna is another popular region for trekking adventures in the Himalayas. The region offers incredible short and long treks that provide trekkers a chance to enjoy the Himalayan wilderness. Short treks like Mardi Himal Trek to longer treks like Annapurna Circuit Trek and Annapurna Base Camp Trek offer visitors a mindblowing adventure trekking experience.
Langtang region is one of the most scenic ranges in the Himalayas where trekkers can enjoy a mix of the remoteness of the mountains and the amazing culture of the people living in the region. The region also boasts breathtaking surroundings of the mountains and peaceful nature to explore and rejuvenate. Trekkers can enjoy Langtang Valley Trek, Helambu Trek, and Langtang Helambu Trek in the region.
While the above regions are the ones getting more trekkers and thus the popular regions, the following regions are considered remote trekking areas. Although called remote regions, a significant number of people visit the areas to enjoy the magnificence of mountains.
Manaslu region has been gaining popularity amongst trekkers from around the world in recent days. The region of the eighth-highest mountain in the world is considered a remote trekking region where fewer people compared to the popular regions visit. People love to explore and enjoy the timeless culture, peaceful nature, and breathtaking views of the mountains in the region.
You can go on treks like Manaslu Circuit Trek, Tsum Valley Trek, and Ganesh Himal Trek in the region and its proximity.
Mustang region is also known as the Last Forbidden Kingdom in Nepal. Trekking to Mustang brings you an opportunity to witness the vast and rugged landscape of the mountains and immerse yourself in ancient cultural riches. It is one of the most popular restricted region trekking adventures in the Himalayas. Upper Mustang Trek in the region is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for many reasons which will bring unforgettable memories to cherish.
Although a less-explored region, Dolpo offers an incredible experience of trekking in the remote Himalayas. Since the region is extremely remote and far from modern amenities, trekking in the region is basic for accommodation and food. But the experience that you get in the region is unparalleled.
Upper Dolpo Trekking is the most famous adventure in the region. In addition, you can also go for Lower Dolpo Trekking and Shey Phoksundo Trekking.
If you love to challenge yourself more and enjoy the adventure of trekking in the wild and remote surroundings of the mountains, the Makalu region can be a perfect destination for you. With only a few trekkers exploring the area, the region is quiet and yet full of beautiful views of the Himalayas and surroundings.
While trekking in the region, you can trek to the base camp of Mt. Makalu, the fifth-highest mountain in the world. This adventure is perfect for a remote adventure holiday.
The third-highest mountain in the world, Mt. Kanchenjunga, lies in the Kanchenjunga region. You can explore the region and enjoy beautiful remote-area trekking experiences. Since it is a remote area to trek, the facilities are basic again and you can trek through peaceful surroundings.
Trekking through beautiful local villages at the lower elevation and peaceful mountain wilderness at the higher elevation makes the adventure an unforgettable experience. Trekking in Kanchenjunga is certainly an adventure for you if you love a long trekking experience.
Be it the popular or remote region, you can enjoy the enthralling beauty of the mountains. The only difference is the accessibility, accommodation, and number of visitors.
If you love exploring beautiful places around the world and also have a knack for adventure travel, the Himalayas are certainly the place where you should be. Although it sounds like an extreme adventure to explore the wilderness of the mountains, you can have options to explore with varying difficulty levels.
There are many options for trekking in the Himalayas. You can choose from easy trekking adventures like Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek to challenging treks like Everest Three Pass Trekking. If you want to challenge yourself more, you can choose to go for peak climbing adventures like Island Peak Climbing. And, if you like an extreme challenge in the mountains, mountaineering is the best option for you.
With these varying options of adventure traveling to the Himalayas in Nepal, people flock to this beautiful country of the Himalayas every year. The magnificent mountains have made this small country a major destination for trekking and mountaineering adventures.
Let us know if you want to explore the Himalayas in Nepal.
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