Must – DO Outdoor Recreational activities in Nepal
Must – DO Outdoor Recreational activities in Nepal
1) Trekking
Trekking is a long- distance walk that may be challenging and adventurous journey commenced on foot, walking in the countryside or Himalayan area for pleasure where transportation are not easily accessible. It is typically undertaken on trails or footpaths through natural environment like forests, mountains, or remote areas. Trekking in real sense means easy and leisurely walks on well- marked trails to challenging and strenuous hikes in rugged terrain with exploring and appreciating the natural beauty of the surroundings, often including forests, valleys, mountains, and rivers. It’s an excellent way to connect with nature, explore new places, and experience personal growth.
Moreover, trekking often offers an opportunity to interact with local culture and communities, especially when trekking in remote or culturally rich regions. Nepal offers a wide range of trekking regions, each with its unique appeal. Some of the popular trekking areas include:
Everest region
Annapurna region
Langtang region
Manaslu region
Upper Mustang region
2) Hiking
Hiking is a form of outdoor walking from easy, well- groomed path to challenging and steep terrain. It includes shorter day trips or longer multi- day journeys. It is often done for recreation, exercise, and relaxation in natural settings which also include urban or suburban areas. Nepal is a paradise for hikers offering iconic and popular hiking destination that cater to different preferences and difficulty levels. Here are some of the best hiking places in Nepal:
Annapurna base camp
Everest base camp
Gosaikunda
Kanchenjunga base camp
Nagarkot hike
Shivapuri National Park hike
Balthali village hike
Bandipur hike
Godavari to Pulchowki hike
These shorter hikes and treks are ideal for travelers with limited time or those seeking a more relaxed introduction to Nepal’s natural beauty and culture.
3) Tour
Nepal is a beautiful country with diverse landscapes, rich culture, and numerous attractions for tourists. Cultural tours, wildlife tours, adventure tours, trekking and hiking tour, pilgrimage tours, village and Home stay tours, photography tours etc are some of the popular tours you can experience in Nepal.
Here are some of the best places to explore in Nepal:
Kathmandu valley
Illam
Pokhara
Chitwan National park
Lumbini
Rara Lake
Mustang
Tansen
4) Mountain Biking
Mountain biking is an exhilarating and adventurous way to explore the country’s pristine landscapes, from the lush rhododendron forests to the towering Himalayan peaks. You can experience both easy and challenging mountain biking trails that cater to all levels of riders, from beginners to experienced mountain bikers. Here are some of the best places for mountain biking in Nepal:
Annapurna circuit
Mustang
Langtang valley
Lower Mustang
Dhulikhel to Namobuddha
Kali Gandaki valley
Helambu
Godavari to Phulchowki
In conclusion, Nepal offers short treks and tours from 5 days, a medium treks up to 12 days and long treks up to a month. In fact everywhere you visit, every trek you go on, or every tour you choose to, you are destined to view breathtaking mountain views, pristine landscapes, rivers and rivulets, lush rhododendron forests, glaciers, flora and fauna, diverse ethnic communities, their way of life, culture and traditions, temples and monasteries, art, world heritage sites, architecture, and many more. Trekking, hiking, tour, and mountain biking in the remote and unspoiled nature of Nepal is an adventure like no other, allows you to disconnect from the modern world and connect with natural world. It’s a great opportunity for self- reflection and experience a sense of adventure and freedom.