EVEREST REGION:Everest Region>>>The Everest region is located in the northeast of Nepal. The most visited part of this region is Solukhumbu district, home of the legendary Sherpas and the highest peak of the world, the Everest at 8848 meters. To the north of Solukhumbu is Everest National Park; while to the east is the Makalu Barun National Park. The major ethnic groups that live in the Everest region are Sherpa, Rais, Tamangs, Brahmins and Chhettris. Diverse range of wildlife and vegetation are seen in the region. Animals to be sighted are mountain goat, musk deer and barking deer in the forests. Birds include Impeyan Pheasant [Danfe], ravens, crows, choughs and snow pigeons. The best time to visit is spring and autumn.
Getting There:Everest region can be reached by air or on foot. Buses to Jiri leave from the old bus park [Ratna Park] in Kathmandu. Jiri is a ten hour drive from Kathmandu. By air, there are three options. The most convenient for Everest trek is Lukla, which is serviced by many airlines with daily flights from Kathmandu. Another options is the airstrip at Phaplu, near the district headquarter which is serviced by daily flights from the capital of Kathmandu. The last choice is the small airstrip at Syangaboche, which is located above Namche bazaar. Despite being an option, altitude makes it an impractical and unwise choice as an arrival destination for acclimatization reasons.
Permits and fees:Special trekking permits are not required to visit this area. Entry fees are charged for access to Everest National Park and Makalu Barun National park. Entry fees can be paid at the National Park desk Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal.
EVEREST BASE CAMP TREK: The trek to Everest Base Camp is quite challenging and adventurous, as it offers romantic and thrilling experience to trekkers. It offers spectacular mountain view as well as wonderful insight into the lifestyle of the hard working Sherpa people. This trek is considered as one of the most interesting treks in Nepal. This is because of the close view of the world's tallest peak-- Mt. Everest-- and picturesque villages with unique Sherpa cultures, festivals and great monasteries. Lodges with better services and facilities are available along the trekking trail. One can have a very close view of various peaks such as Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Ama Dablam, and Mt. Thamserku. Everest Base Camp and Kalapathar are among the world's top 20 places of lifetime journey. Please click on this link http://holidaydestinytreks.com/everest_basecamp_trekking.htmlto know more about Itenerary and Price of this trek.
GOKYO VALLEY TREK: Beneath the southern slopes of Sagarmatha (Mt. Everest) lies the rugged and remote land of the Sherpas? Incredibly shaped mountains, whose ice-capped summits rise sharply above sheer rock walls, tower above stone their close association with mountaineering history and exploration. We start our trek from Lukla. This is a fantastic trek, visiting all of the high valleys of the Khumbu with extra time at Gokyo to explore the upper valley. Our camp at Gorakshep provides the opportunity to ascend to Kalapatter 5,545m for more spectacular views of the surrounding mountains, including the black rocky ramparts of Everest's southwest face. We also have a day to visit Everest base camp at the foot of the immensely impressive Khumbu icefall. Our return journey takes us to Tengboche monastery, the most important center of Buddhism in the area, before descending to Lukla and fly back to Katmandu the next day. Please click on this link http://holidaydestinytreks.com/everest_gokyo_valley_trek.html to know more about Iteneraty and Price for this trek.
ANNAPURNA REGION TREK: Annapurna Region lies to the north of Central Nepal. The diverse terrain and the communities with varieties of the culture of this region make this area popular trekking area of Nepal. Pokhara “The Lake Town”, the gate way of this region fascinate everyone with its Machhapuchre, Annapurna Mountains and fewa lakes at the very beginning. The trade route of Kaligandaki in between Annapurna and Dhaulagiri is the deepest George of the world. Cultural variety from Hindu communist, Buddhist, Aryan, Mongols, famous Gorkha Soldiers, villages, valleys and most rainy areas to the rain shadow areas of Nepal – all with extreme contrasts form each other make each day’s walk a different experience. Dhaulagiri ( 8167m), Annapurna (8091m), Manaslu (8156m), Lamjung Himal (6983m), Machhapuchre (6993m), Tukuche Peak ( 6920m), Tilicho Peak (7134m), Nilgiri (6940m) are some of the most popular mountains of the region. And the major trekking routes of the region are to Jomsom, to Annapurna Sanctuary, and a circuit of the entire Annapurna massif.
ANNAPURNA CIRCUIT TREK: Trekking Duration: 19 days,Grade: moderate Difficult:Trekking in Annapurna Circuit is one of the famous and long rout which will take approximately 18 days to complete because of its variation from dense forest to Tibetan plateau. The most interesting part of this trek is to encounter with different ethnic groups like Gurung, Thakali ,Brahmain, Chettry etc. trekkers pass through 5416m hight Thorong La pass can have the perfect views of two beautiful mountains named Annapurna and Dhaulagiri.
ANNAPURNA SACTUARY TREK:
Trekking Duration: 16 days Grade: Moderate: This is the most popular and famous trek in Nepal. Its is more distinct than any other treks by its variety of people, rich culture, beautiful landscape and natural scenery. This trek lends you to north-west of Pokhara through an ancient trek to Tibet across glaciers, gorges and waterfalls. You will have a close look of Mt. Annapurna and Mt. Machhapuchhre from the Annapurna base camp. At the final destination the Annapurna Sanctuary (Base camp 4200m) will be welcoming you patiently. Local inhabitants have treasured the Annapurna Sanctuary as a place f spiritual refuge since long before trekkers “discovered” it. A natural amphitheatre, ringed by Annapurna south 7219m.and Varahashikhar 7847m, Gangapurna 7485m. and Machhapuchhre 6993m,it serves as base camp for peak Climbing as well as favorite trek destination for mountain lovers. Beginning in pokhara, you’ll climb to naudada (1,463m) and again elevation slowly through. Please click on this link http://holidaydestinytreks.com/annapurnasanctury_trek.html to know about Itenerary and Price for this Trek.
LANGTANG REGION : Often known as 'the valley of glaciers’, the Langtang Valley offers a myriad of attractions ranging from alpine forests, swift mountain streams, rugged rocks, pasture land and many species of fauna. The Buddhist monasteries, cheese factory yaks and glaciers are some of the major attractions in this part of Nepal.
GOSHAINKUNDA TREK : Trekking Duration: 16 days , Grade: EasyBest, Seasons : September-December / February-MayThis lake Gosainkunda is situated at the height of 4312m. There are more than 100 lakes around it.
HELAMBU TREK:
The Sherpa villages of Helambu due north of Kathmandu valley presents an easy getaway. This area because of its low elevation and the Sherpa villages make it an interesting 6 day loop. Starting with a short drive from Kathmandu to Sundarijal the trail to Helambu climbs on to the Shivapuri ridge from where there are sweeping views of the central Himalayas. Following a ridge-line the trek heads north to Thare Pati before turning east to Melemchi Gaon and Tarke Gyang the principle villages of this area.
Moderate trek through the Helambu villages between altitudes of 1,370m/4,500ft to 3,490m/11,500ft. Accommodation in comfortable lodges run by local families.
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