Best and New Nepal hiking packages for 2023

For centuries, Nepal has been known as the home for adventurous trekkers worldwide. With the increasing attraction of tourists and developing economy, there have been many new trekking trails emerging in Nepal. 2023 is not just about Everest and Annapurna but a relatively unexplored and unknown terrain for Nepali hiking.

Previously, Nepal hiking packages were known for their challenging treks and uncomfortable accommodations. However, the trekking trails now have comfortable guest houses and provide a homely environment for tourists. Also, the safety and sanitation of the trail have been priorities.

If you are travelling to Nepal in 2023, you will find a lot of options advertised throughout the country. From the short and luxurious Ghorepani Poon Hill trek to the month-long Dolpo trek, the options available to tourists are unlimited. We have already discussed the famous Everest Base Camp and Annapurna Circuit Trek. Today, let’s talk about the new and emerging Nepal hiking routes in Everest and other parts of the country. 

Everest View Trek

• Starting point: Lukla
• Ending point: Lukla
• Everest View Trek Duration: 7 days 
• Everest View Trek Cost: $980
• Everest View Trek Highest altitude: 3,980meters
• Everest View Trek difficulty level: Easy
• Internet: Available 
• Accommodation: Tea house 

Well, everybody dreams of viewing Everest at least once in their lifetime. However, the hectic travelling to the Everest base camp is not for everyone. This is why the Everest View Trek has recently ranked among the most popular short- and low-altitude Nepal hikes in the Khumbu Region. This journey in the Himalayan landscape is enriching with views of beautiful villages and mountains. Also, the perks of wandering in Sagarmata National Park, witnessing Nepal’s rich biodiversity, and living within the Sherpa community remain constant. Further, this short trek bestows us with comfortable accommodation and a great deal of food. 

Like all Nepalese hiking in the Khumbu region, this Everest View trek begins with a short flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. Then, we will trek for two days to reach the Namche Bazaar. From Namchi Bazaar, we hiked to the Everest View Hotel and traced our way back to Lukla. Everest View Hotel is an excellent viewpoint of the region’s Mount Everest and other 8000-meter peaks. In less than a week, you’ll have captured a beautiful picture of yourself in the mountains and will get back to your home country. Isn’t that great?

Pros: luxurious accommodation, a short, comfortable walk, and a view of Everest.

Cons: You cannot touch Mount Everest or view it at a very close distance, as you would have Everest Base Camp trek. 

Manaslu Circuit Trek 

• Starting point: Maccha Khola
• Ending point: Beshisahar
• Everest View Trek Duration: 13 days 
• Everest View Trek Cost: $995
• Everest View Trek’s Highest altitude is 5,106m
• Everest View Trek difficulty level: Moderate 
• Internet: Available 
• Accommodation: Tea house 

This is a round-trip tour around the relatively remote Himalayan landscape of Nepal. You complete a circle around the world’s 8th-highest mountain while also exploring the region’s beautiful landscape, traditional villages, and unique culture. Regarded as a restricted trekking region, the Manaslu region demands a special permit for trekking, and only a handful of people get to complete this magnificent trek each year. Now, wouldn’t it be exciting to explore the rather empty trekking trail and enjoy the solitude rather than be stuck in the overcrowded routes during the peak season of Nepal hiking packages?

Now, what are the things you can witness during this exciting trip to the mountains? Most excitedly, you can hike up to the Manaslu Base Camp at 4800 m. You can witness the breathtaking panorama of mountain peaks such as Manaslu, Annapurna II, and Lamjung Himal. Then comes a rest day at Samdo Village and a visit to different century-old monasteries and heritage sites along the trail. Living within the Tibetian Buddhist village and trying their food and culture is a significant highlight of this Manaslu Circuit Trek during the Nepal hike.  

Pros: Less crowd, raw nature, and cultural insight 

Cons: Since this is a restricted area for trekking, you must be in a group of at least two people; i.e. solo travel is not allowed. (PS: Himalayan Masters might be able to arrange a trekking partner if you are solo travelers.)

Also, you will need a special permit and a guide Porter. 

Upper Mustang trek

• Upper Mustang trek Price: $1450
• Duration: 14 days
• Maximum Elevation: 3,770m at Lo Manthang
• Starting/ Ending point: Jomsom 
• Duration: 14 days
• Trekking difficulty: Moderate 
• Internet: Available 
• Accommodation: Tea house 

Exploring Nepal’s oldest Buddhist kingdom of Mustang, and its capital Lo Manthang is a once-a-lifetime adventure. The entire valley still believes in kingship; strictly following their local culture while trekking in Nepal. There are stunning whitewashed gompas, prayer flags, mani walls, and Chortens decorating the entire valley during hiking in Nepal. 

Lying in the rain shadow region of Nepal, Upper Mustang’s landscape and beauty are completely different from the rest of Nepal. Since the Mustang Valley lies behind Annapurna and Dhaulagiri, the colourful rocks and grassland make it an awesome trekking destination. Similarly, there are mountains like Annapurna, Mardi, Nilgiri, and Dhaulagiri. The hiking packages in Nepal commences with a drive or flight to Lukla. From Muktinath, we head north to the village of Lo Manthang, which is surrounded by huge walls. 

Pros: a very culturally insightful trek and also a unique landscape; Trekking in Summer is possible 

Cons: Trekking in winter to Upper Mustang is problematic due to snow. And since this is also a restricted region, all cons of Manaslu Circuit Trek remain. Otherwise, it’s a perfect hike in Nepal. 

Tilicho Lake trek

• Tilicho Lake trek Price: $980 to $1100
• Maximum Elevation: 4,919m at Tilicho Lake
• Starting point: Jagat
• Ending point: Besisahar
• Tilicho Lake trek Duration: 12 days
• Trekking difficulty: Moderate 
• Internet: Mostly Available 
• Accommodation: Tea houses/ homestay 

What could match the thrill of standing before the world’s highest-altitude lake? Tilicho Lake, at almost 5,000 meters above sea level, is a pristine glacier lake with the backdrop of the Himalayas range. The Tilicho Lake Trek is a Journey to the foothills of the world’s 10th-highest mountain, i.e. Annapurna. Every step you take from Kathmandu brings you to the proximity of the Himalayas, and that’s the most beautiful feeling in the world. Definitely a good choice for the best hiking in Nepal.

The trek is not just about the Himalayas and the lake. It is also about the swift-flowing rivers and cascading waterfalls on the trail. The occasionally opening portions of terraced farmlands close to the classic Manang village are a thrill. Once you walk outside the forest, you witness very distinct alpine vegetation while you hike in Nepal.

Pro: A culturally and naturally blessed trek with short walking hours and a hike to the world’s highest-altitude trek

Cons: It’s a relatively remote trek and also demanding. If you prefer being close to the Himalayas, you might prefer a base camp trek over a lake trek while hiking in Nepal. 

Mardi base camp trek

• Maximum Elevation: Mardi Base camp at 4500m
• Starting point: Dhampus
• Ending point: Sidhding
• Duration: 5 to 7 days
• Trekking difficulty: Easy
• Price: $480
•  Internet: Available 
• Accommodation: Tea houses

This might be the best short trek in Nepal and the easiest trekking route that leads you to the mountain’s base camp. Located right next to the Annapurna Himalaya range, the Mardi Himal trek is now Nepal’s popular emerging destination. Its proximity to Pokhara and easily achievable route make Mardi Himal a famous trekking destination. 

In less than a week, you will be wandering right at the base of the Mardi Himal. From Pokhara, we shall visit some traditional villages while heading to Forest camp. Then, we hike up to high camp before reaching Mardi Himal on the 4th day from Pokhara. The view is amazing whilst the path is very easy for a newbie trekker. The trail has beautiful forests, rivers, and wildlife appearing out of nowhere, keeping you excited about the entire route. From the Mardi Viewpoint, one can witness the beauty of the whole Annapurna range, Mardi Himal, and Macchapuchhre range glittering in the sunrise in Nepal hiking.

Pros: Maybe the cheapest and shortest base camp hikes of Nepal with an additional chance to explore Pokhara. 

Cons: It is not an ideal tour for Cultural insight as there are only a few settlements in the Mardi trek route. You cannot visit big villages or cultural heritages along the route and most of the tea houses here are just made for touristic purposes. However, you can stay at Australian Base Camp or Dhampus for cultural insight. 

Upper Dolpo trek 

• Upper Dolpo trek price: $1800 to $2000
• Maximum Elevation: 5,306 m at Kang La Pass
• Starting point/ Ending point: Fly to Juphal
• Duration: 24 days
• Trekking difficulty: Hard
• Internet: Not Available 
• Accommodation: Tea houses/ camping 

Dolpo region lies in the west north of Nepal, and this is, without doubt, Nepal’s most remote trekking destination, and that is what makes Dolpo the best hike in Nepal. Walking the Dhaulagiri range and the Tibetan Plateaus gives you the most exciting challenge of your life. And we must mention a thrilling mountain flight to Jhupal. 

Along with the breathtaking landscape of the high- Himalayan, the pristine beauty of Shey-Phoksundo is also the major highlight of this mountain land. Protected within Shey Phoksundo National Park, this glacier lake is Nepal’s smallest and most beautiful one. Similarly, the National Park has exotic Himalayan flora and fauna, including snow Leopard, rare Himalayan Blue Sheep, Himalayan Black bear, etc. Discover marine fossils and quartz while also living the classic Tibetan Buddhism lifestyle. 

Upper Dolpo is also the restricted trekking region of Nepal, with its culture and natural heritage protected from the world. And since this is a restricted trekking region, independent trekkers are not allowed to trek alone- you must be a group of two people and have a guide with you. 

Pro: A thrilling adventure, the rawest form of nature and culture can be explored, complete wilderness and rejuvenation 

Cons: Upper Dolpo is a very remote land with almost no facilities; Solo trekking is not allowed, and the risk of altitude sickness is high. 

Nar Phu valley trek 

• Nar Phu Valley trek Price: $980
• Maximum Elevation: 5,306 m at Kang La Pass
• Starting point: Koto
• Ending point: Besisahar
• Duration: 12 days
• Trekking difficulty: Moderate 
• Internet: Mostly Available 
• Accommodation: Tea houses/ homestay 

This is the newly discovered Nepal hiking trail that lies between the Annapurna and Manaslu Himalayan region. This relatively short and exciting trek offers views of the Himalayas, such as Annapurna II, Gangapurna, Tilicho Peak, and more. This might be the least disturbed hiking trail in the Annapurna region. 

The major highlight of these new treks in Nepal is the cultural delight of people living in Nar and Phu Valley. The lifestyle of medieval Bhotias might give you a unique insight into life. Also, lying in the restricted region of Nepal, the culture here is quite pure. In the deep canyons, trekkers can witness the Tibetan chortens, mani stones, rotating wheels, and hidden monasteries. This can also be a best Nepal hiking packages for beginners.

Pro: Less crowd, a distant panorama of Nepal, cultural experience 

Cons: A bit expensive permit and fundamental kind of accommodation; solo or independent trekking is also not allowed in Nar Phu. 

Gosaikunda Trek

• Gosaikunda Trek: $60 to $650
• Maximum Elevation: 4460m at Gosaikunda
• Starting point: Syabru Besi
• Ending point: Syabru Besi
• Duration: 7 days
• Trekking difficulty: Moderate 
• Internet: Available 
• Accommodation: Tea houses

 Who doesn’t love an amalgamation of easy but naturally and culturally delightful treks within a short time? If you are looking for the best tours to the beautiful pristine lake, scenic mountains, unique landscape, and culturally blessed villages, this Langtang Gosainkunda Trek is just your type. This is a beautiful tea house hiking Nepal experience close to the capital to Gosainkunda, a holy lake for Buddhist and Hindu pilgrimage. Over centuries, Nepalese people have set an arduous journey to this sacred lake, and now it’s open to the public. In August, during Janai Purnima, thousands of people prayed. Besides the lake, you get to walk via the villages of Langtang and Kyanjin Gompa for a deep insight into the Tibetan Buddhist culture. We can claim it to be the best hikes in Nepal.

Pro: Pilgrimage tour to the holy lake of Gosaikunda, the new and interesting trail to meet local tourist of Nepal, close to Kathmandu and cheap price 

Cons: You might not be able to see the mountains clearly when the weather is bad.