Types
of Treks
There are two contrasting approaches to trekking in Nepal.
The independently minded option for Tea House Trekking. The
other approach is go on an Organized Camping Trekking. These
are ideal for discovering more remote areas and learning
about the varied cultures and people of Nepal. The choice of
areas and routes is bewildering.
Camping Treks:
Over the years Parikrama Treks & Expeditions has pioneered
new treks away from the most-used tourist trails, we travel
as contained unit, free to explore beyond the boundaries of
habitation, carrying all our food and camping equipment.
This ensures your trek follows quiet village trails that
lead through terraced rice paddies, magnificent forests and
beyond, to glacial valleys rarely traveled by other
trekkers. Your trek has the ideal blend of interaction with
the local villagers and off beaten track experiences.
Lodge Treks:
Lodge treks are a feature of the Everest, Annapurna and
Langtang area. The construction for purpose built lodges,
the introduction of electricity to many villages and solar
power has greatly improved facilities for both the local
population and trekkers. There is now no longer any real
justification for camping on the main trail to Base Camp, as
you are unable to camp away from the villages. The added
comfort of lodge accommodation, offering twin share rooms,
beds with foam mattresses, showers, kerosene stoves for
cooking and heating, and excellent choice of food, ensures a
more pleasurable experience. You also enjoy close
interaction with the host family and greater comfort during
the colder months and visit this spectacular region in a
style similar to the alpine hut system in the European Alps.
Trekking Grades
Easy: These treks are especially meant for the first timers
as well as those traveling with children or seniors. You
won't be walking more than 5-6 hours each day and the trails
do not exceed 2000 Mts. in height.
Moderate: The trails on these treks do not exceed 4000 Mts.
in height. Walk will be somewhere between 6-7 hours a day
and can be undertaken by children (10-12 years) and seniors
with good physical conditions.
Demanding: Trips operating in remote areas and in altitude
more than 5000 Mts. You need to be in very good shape and
physically fit. You will have some really arduous days on
the trail. Physical preparation beforehand is very
necessary.
Trekking Season
The best time for trekking in Nepal is during spring
(February through May) and autumn (September through
November). Warm days and clear skies make this season
favorable for trekking. Though December and January is also
ideal for trekking, the air can be quite cold at high
altitudes. The monsoon season last for three months, i.e.
June, July and August. During this period, trekking is
possible in the rain-shadow regions north of the Himalaya –
like Mustang, Dolpo, Humble and the Jumla-Rara Lake regions
of Nepal and of course the regions of Tibet.
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