Nepal Adventure Tours

Annapurna Base Camp trek is one of the most popular trekking routes in Nepal due to its stunning beauty and accessibility to those with moderate fitness levels. With road systems eating into the traditional trekking trails this trip is designed to take advantage of driving to the deepest accessible point in the Annapurna ranges before starting your hike whilst still experiencing all the majesty of longer treks. You'll visit lush forests, rugged mountain passes and the Annapurna Sanctuary

The region was affected by the earthquake in April 2015. With reconstruction and renovation efforts underway, the area has reopened for trekking, and the local people have also welcomed tourists. Trek to Langtang if you want a relatively short itinerary with all the excitement of the Himalayas. Here, the trail is less crowded and the trek more rewarding.The majority of the residents are Tamang who are predominant inhabitants of the region and Tibetan origin, whose culture goes back to hundreds of years. The craftsmanship, dress, traditionally-built stone houses, and the beautifully carved wooden porches reflect their rich Himalayan heritage.

The 7 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek is an ideal adventure for those people who have a tight schedule but still want to experience the amazing landscape and the fascinating lifestyles of the Gurung culture & villages. The Annapurna Base Camp Trek (ABC) (4130m) is also known as the Annapurna Sanctuary Trek. This trek offers close up views of vast mountain ranges, including Hiunchuli, Machapuchare (Fishtail), and Annapurna South peaks.The ideal time for this trek is in spring when the Rhododendron forests are in full bloom (red, pink & white). However, this trek can be done at any time of the year. These are just some of the peaks you will see along the trail: Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167m), Mt. Annapurna I (8091m) Mt. Manaslu (8163 m), Mt. Annapurna II (7937 m.), Mt. Annapurna III (7555m), Mt. Annapurna IV (7525m), Mt. Annapurna south (7219m), Mt. Nilgiri (7041m), Mt. Machapuchare (6998m), Mt. Hiunchuli (6441m), Mt. Lamjung Himal (6986m) and Tukuche Peak (6920m). ABC offers views of Tharpu Chuli (5663m), Singu Chuli (6501m), Hiunchuli (6441m) and South Annapurna (7219m). Evidence of the Tibetan Buddhist influence in this region is noticeable by the many chortens (Buddhist stone monuments), and prayer flags along the trail. You will also see yaks grazing, bamboo forests and the distinctive Tibetan style architecture in the villages in this region.Your adventure begins at Kathmandu where you will drive to Pokhara and on to Nayapul (1050m) where we start our trek with the Modi Khola River below us and terraced rice fields above. Our next stop along the way is Chomrong (2170m) and then on to the Himalaya Lodge at Ghandruk (1940m). The next day we follow the trail to the Himalaya Lodge at Ghandruk where you will have time to explore this mountainous town and learn about their distinct culture.Sherpa Expedition & Trekking have more than 40 years in this business and have an excellent reputation. We will take care of all permits, accommodation and meals throughout the trek.

A 14-day trek to Everest Base Camp will take you to the starting point of one of the greatest feats in history, the climbing of Mt. Everest. This is where it all began with New Zealander Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay of Nepal planned their assault on the world’s highest mountain, Mt. Everest (8848m). Your journey begins and ends in Kathmandu and takes you through numerous Sherpa Villages rich in Tibetan Buddhism, through deep gorges and dense forest before reaching Everest Base Camp (EBC). All accommodation, meals, and transport (including flights) are included in the cost of the trek. Sherpa Expedition & Trekking expert guides are government certified and will take care of every detail of the trek. A trek to EBC is a must do for anyone visiting Nepal, with many saying it was the highlight of their trip and best experience of their live. Following in the footsteps of great explorers will make you wonder just how Hillary & Norgay ever reached the summit nearly 70 years ago – a time when only rudimentary equipment existed and without the high-tech devices, we today take for granted. Along the trek, you will get a close-up taste of the life of the Sherpas who live in the Himalayan mountains, hear their enchanting Buddhist prayers, see their unique architecture, monasteries (Gompa in Tibetan), multi-colored prayer flags and colorful clothing. Without the Sherpas, mountaineering would take a backward step. Their skills and stamina are respected worldwide. They know their mountains and can read the weather as well as modern weather forecasters.Looking skyward to the summit of Everest (Sagamartha in Nepali) is a dizzying experience and will leave you gob-smacked and in awe of its beauty – and its potential danger too. You will traverse through gorges and across mountains to reach EBC. You will spend time acclimatizing before heading to higher elevations. Observing the villagers in the Solu Khumbu region will make you sit back and contemplate on your own existence. They live a tranquil and peaceful existence in these remote regions. Prior to reaching EBC you will be stunned at the amazing white-capped peaks that surround you – so close you feel you can reach out and touch them! You will forever be looking skyward and feel dwarfed by the absolute enormity of these Himalayan peaks. In fact, four of the world’s tallest peaks are in this region.Flying in and out of Lukla will give you a birds-eye perspective of the vastness of the Himalayas –

This amazing and very popular 15-day trek on the Annapurna Circuit begins in Kathmandu and takes you through the Annapurna Conservation Area, visiting unique culturally rich Tibetan Buddhist Gurung and Magar villages, along trails bounded by magnolia and rhododendron forests. You will follow the route of early traders along the old salt route, be surrounded by soaring snow-capped peaks, witness unique flora and fauna before finally returning to Kathmandu. All accommodation, meals, and transport are included in the price! The Annapurna Circuit Trek is a trekker’s paradise, with the trail passing through the 7629 sq km Annapurna Conservation Area - that also happens to the largest in Nepal. The trail heads through the world’s deepest gorge, the Kali Gandaki, in amongst amazing pine and rhododendron forests, via culturally rich and traditional Tibetan Buddhist Gurung and Magyar villages, and to the well known viewpoint on Poon Hill where the views will blow your socks off! The highest point reached on the trek is when we cross Thorong La Pass (5,416m/17,769ft). You will pass many villages, such as: Syange (1,130m) via Besisahar, Dharapani (1,860m), Chame (2650m), Pisang (3,300m), Manang (3,500m), Yak Kharka (4,050m), Thorong Phedi (4,500m) and then to the highest point on the trek - Thorong La Pass (5,416m). You will notice that from the very start of the trek we gradually ascend to higher elevations. This is an ideal means of acclimatizing before crossing the pass. We will also have a day at Manang for acclimatizing. After crossing the pass it is all downhill as we head to Muktinath (3802m) and on to the hot springs at Tatopani (1,300m). This is an ideal place to relax those muscles after being on the trail for the last 10 days. After a dip in the hot springs you will surely have a good night’s sleep! From Tatopani we follow

This 12-day trek will take you to the exact place where Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay planned their assault on the world’s highest peak Mt. Everest (8848m). The trail takes you near lakes, over glaciers, and through the distinctive Sherpa villages that are home to probably the most skilled and respected high altitude climbers in the world. Their skills and ability to adjust to high altitudes has made it possible for many expeditions to scale these soaring 8000-meter peaks.This well-known trek and popular trek in the World Heritage Listed Sagamartha National Park takes you to Kala Patthar, a popular viewpoint where the views are truly stunning as you gaze over the vast landscape and snow-covered peaks that tower above. The flora and fauna, such as Nepal’s national flower – the rhododendron, musk deer and the always present yak’s grazing add to the appeal of this adventure.We begin our 12 day trek with a short 30 minute scenic flight to Lukla, where we put on our boots and head off on the trail to Phakding Village. We then head to the meeting point for many treks and expeditions, the Sherpa town of Namche Bazaar, a lively modern town. From Namche Bazaar we head to Tengboche and its renowned Buddhist monastery, Dawa Choling Gompa. From the monastery you will hear echo the unforgettable mantras of the monks and nuns that create a tranquil and peaceful atmosphere. Sherpas nearly always pray before heading to the mountains, believing prayer will ensure a safe passage. The next village we come to is Thukla from where we begin heading to higher elevations. We then come to Lobuche (4,940m /16,210 ft) from where we have panoramic views of the Himalayas. Our next stop is Everest Base Camp (5364m), the highest point on the trek. This is where you can think just how Hillary and Norgay felt as they planned their ascent of the highest peak in the world, keeping in mind this was 67 years ago and they did not have technology like we do today to assist them. The next stunning feature of this trek is the gigantic Khumbu Glacier, rising from (4,900m/16,100ft) at its lowest point to (7,600m/ (24,900ft) at its source higher up the mountain. Gorak Shep (5,185m) and Kala Patthar viewpoint are next stops on the trail. To ensure we get the best views from Kala Patthar we will get up very early in the morning when the air is pure and the light is perfect to catch the splendor of the sun rising over the mountains. Mt. Everest and the Khumbu Glacier and their pure whiteness are clearly observable from here. We then head back to Gorakshep, Pheriche, Namche Bazaar and to where we began our trek at Lukla. Our flight from Lukla will draw attention to the vastness of the Himalayas below, even more so now that you have been among and humbled by those glorious mountains. Sherpa Expedition Teams will organize your permit and take care of all meals and accommodation on the trek.

The Annapurna base camp is one of the best the most popular trekking destinations in Nepal. This 13-day trek will take you to Annapurna Base Camp (4130m) and to numerous other interesting places along the Annapurna trail. The trail begins at lower altitudes and heads through sub-tropical forests of bamboo, and rhododendron. The region is a nature lover’s heaven, with over 1226 flowering plants species, 102 mammals, 474 birds, 33 reptiles and 22 amphibians. There is also great views of many iconic Himalayan peaks: Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167m), Mt. Annapurna I (8091m) Mt. Manaslu (8163 m), Mt. Annapurna II (7937 m.), Mt. Annapurna III (7555m), Mt. Annapurna IV (7525m), Mt. Annapurna south (7219m), Mt. Nilgiri (7041m), Mt. Machapuchare (6998m), Mt. Hiunchuli (6441m), Mt. Lamjung Himal (6986m) and Tukuche Peak (6920m). From ABC you can see Mt. Tharpu Chuli (5663m), Mt. Singu Chuli (6501m), Mt. Hiunchuli (6441m) and South Annapurna (7219m).

Here is an opportunity to get away from the crowds! The Manaslu region is in the Gorkha district right on the border with Tibet. Manaslu is also the 8th highest peak in the world. This region has only recently been open to tourism and offers a glimpse of amazing natural beauty, as well as exposure to the Hindu and Tibetan Buddhist culture. The trek is a visual feast of many soaring Himalayan peaks, such as Himal Chuli (7893m), Ngadi Chuli (7871m), Shringi Himal (7187m), Langpo (6965m), Saula (6235m), and of course Manaslu (8163m/26,781 ft), also known as Kutang. Manaslu in Sanskrit means Mountain of the spirit”, derived from the word Manasa, meaning “intellect” or “soul”. The real trekking begins at Soti Khola and ends at Dharapani with the trail winding its way through Budhi Gandaki Valley, across numerous rivers, to the Pungen Glacier and to the ancient Tibetan settlement at Lho. A visit to Gorkha is an eye-opener, being the ancient kingdom of the Shah Dynasty with a mix of Buddhist and Hindu cultures. This trek has so much to offer in the way of natural beauty, such as alpine glaciers, waterfalls and amazing flora and fauna. The highest point on the trek is Larkya La Pass (5106m), located close to the Tibetan border. The rhododendron forests are particularly colorful during spring, with the vivid white, pink and red flowers. A real highlight of this trek is the opportunity to witness the remote lifestyle of the villagers in the mountains.You can also add to this trek with a trip to the secluded Tsum Valley, where time has stood-still and century-old Tibetan traditions still exist. Sherpa Expedition & Trekking will arrange everything for you and make this a hassle free opportunity to trek into this less explored region. We will arrange all permits and logistics, including accommodation and all meals along the trail.

This 26-day trek is ideal for those wanting to head to a remote and mostly unexplored region. Kanchenjunga (8586m) is the world’s third-highest mountain and second highest in Nepal. This trek will take you into the wild along unexplored and virgin trails in the eastern region of Nepal. Kanchenjunga translates as “The Five Treasures of the great snows”,The Kanchenjunga Circuit trek takes you to the South and North Base Camps of Kanchenjunga. In such an out-of-the-way area it is important that you have a good level of fitness and some prior trekking experience. Trekkers will witness how locals live in isolation and will visit the Ramtang and Oktang monasteries. The landscape in this region is packed with waterfalls, rivers, green meadows, and rhododendron, pine and birch forests. The trek begins at the Yalung Glacier. Throughout the trek you will be surrounded by many magnificent peaks. Mt. Kanchenjunga is close to the border with Sikkim, in the north east of India. Right up until 1852, Kanchenjunga was thought to be the highest mountain in the world and was closed off to climbers until the middle of the 1980’s. Today the Kanchenjunga region is protected by the Kanchenjunga Conservation Area and requires that before heading into this region you have a special trekking permit. The area is run by the World Wildlife Fund in conjunction with the Nepali government. Due to certain restrictions you can expect to see its distinctive flora and fauna as well as magnificent farmlands and valleys. Various ethnicities, such as Sherpa, Limbu, Rai and Tamang live in this region.Besides Kanchenjunga, there are four other peaks exceeding 8,000 meters, one of which is Kanchenjunga West, also known as Yalung Kang (8,586m). There are more than seventeen peaks with an altitude of more than 7,000 meters: Kambachen (7,903m), Janu (7,710m), Jongsong (7,483m), Kabru (7,353m), Tent Peak (7,365m) and the Twins (7,350m). There are also many peaks over 6,000 meters. Bordered by this amazing cluster of peaks are five major glaciers, Zumu, Talung, and Rathong that flow into Sikkim (India), and in the west the Kanchenjunga and Yulang Glacier flow into the fast flowing Tamor River in Nepal.This trek takes you right into the heart of the extreme, less trekked, magnificent Himalaya Mountains and beautiful valleys. There is no better time than now to experience this brand new opportunity to discover these untouched and isolated regions. As stated earlier, the trek along the Kanchenjunga Circuit is hard going and at times physically challenging. This is what essentially separates it from other more frequented regions. Now is the time to tune up and prepare for this epic adventure.Sherpa Expedition Teams will take care of all permits, meals and accommodation on the trek.

A real climbing adventure that will leave you stunned at the beauty of the Himalayan Mountains. The Lobuche Peak Climbing expedition in the spectacular Khumbu region of Nepal has been ranked by Lonely Planet as the sixth-best region in the world to travel. Lobuche East (6,119m/20,075ft) is situated on the Nepalese side of Everest.The most ideal time to go trekking and climbing in Nepal is in autumn (September-November) and in spring (March-May) thus avoiding the monsoon season. This is a truly awesome climbing adventure into the Himalayan Mountains that gives you astonishingly stunning views of the nearby mountains and valleys, such as Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Cho Oyu, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Makalu and Mt. Everest. You will be fascinated as you look skyward at these snow-covered peaks.Climbers must be physically fit and ideally have some previous climbing experience, or alternatively begin preparation prior to beginning this incredible journey to the summit of Mt. Lobuche East. You will be instructed in all aspects of this climb including the use of climbing equipment such as crampons, ice axes and rope techniques before you attempt the climb to the summit. This is an ideal introduction into Himalayan climbing and may give you the “climbing bug” and be the first of many climbs in this mountainous region of Nepal.Sherpa Expedition and Trekking have been in this business for more than 40 years (Est.1977) and will take care of all permits, meals and accommodation along the way. Just don’t forget your camera and some comfortable boots!.