Top 25 treks in Nepal for the photographers / photography
Well, the list of top treks in Nepal never ends, which are very suitable for photography purposes. Nepal is a gifted land, as one can tell once they fly over this land. Mainly adorned with the Himalayas and the Himalayan landscapes, which come with it naturally, plus Nepal's cultural variations, Nepal is the favorite country for many travelers and trekkers alike. Once they land in Nepal, trekkers, adventurers, and photographers repeatedly travel to Nepal. For the best shots for your camera, Nepal’s pristine Himalayan land can be counted as number one. To get the best photos for yourselves, you need to be ready to go through some adventures or hurdles. Since the Himalayas is all about the high altitudes, the rough landscapes and the rugged terrains, you should embrace yourself to go through ups and downs, thicks and thins. When you’ve made up your mind, then there’s your call. Himalayas call you for trekking in Nepal.
The photographic talent in yourself needs the land like in Nepal to hone your skills and perfect your talent. Even if you’re an amateur photographer, Nepal is the best choice, with multiple treks offering you. Depending on your physical capabilities, pick the journey suitable to your body fitness. Similarly, the treks also have to be within your time limits. It’s all up to you, after all. Nature Lovers Treks and Tours offer you the best treks in Nepal, whether only a few days or months long. For the time being, we have listed the top 25 best treks in Nepal for photographers or photography purposes. Hope you will love our choices and also impart your knowledge if you have better lists for us. You have to trust that when we say they are the best treks for photographers, they genuinely are. Don’t wait a day more to find your destiny since your destiny could be right in the lap of the Himalayas in Nepal.
Trek Difficulty: Difficult
Maximum Altitude in Trek: 5,360 m / 17,585 feet at Kang La Pass
Trek Duration: 15-25 days
Trek Cost: USD $3000 - $4000
Best Trek Season: Spring {March/April/May}, Autumn {September/October/November} and Summer {June/July/August}
Walking Hours in Trek: 4-10 hours a day
Trek accommodation: Tented camping only
Highlights of trek:
Turquoise Phoksundo Lake, 3 high difficult passes {Baga La 5070m, Numa La 5190m and Jeng La 5090m}, unparalleled landscapes similar to Tibetan plateau, mystical Shey Gompa, mesmerizing valleys beneath the soaring mountains, Tibetan Bon culture, restricted place, etc.
2. Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trekking
Trek Difficulty: Difficult
Maximum Altitude in Trek: 5,380 meters / 17,651 feet at Kanchenjunga North Base Camp
Trek Duration: 16-26 days
Trek Cost: USD $2200 - $3200
Best Trek Season: Spring {March/April/May} and Autumn {September/October/November}
Walking Hours in Trek: 4-10 hours a day
Trek accommodation: Teahouse lodges / Tented camping
Highlights of trek: A hidden jewel on the least visited area, combination of both South and North Kanchenjunga base camps, awesome panoramic view from the beginning to the end, traditional villages of Far East region in complete wilderness, fascinating views of Kumbhakarna Himalayan range of mountains, etc.
3. Everest Three Passes Trekking
Trek Difficulty: Challenging
Maximum Altitude in Trek: 5,545 meters / 18,192 feet at Kala Patthar
Trek Duration: 15-25 days
Trek Cost: USD $1200 - $2200
Best Trek Season: Spring {March/April/May} and Autumn {September/October/November}
Walking Hours in Trek: 4-10 hours a day
Trek accommodation: Teahouse lodges only
Highlights of trek: Trek to the bottom of the “Roof of the world” i.e. Everest and stand at the Everest base camp, traverse through all three high passes in the Everest region; Cho La Pass 5420m, Renjo La Pass 5360m and Kongma La Pass 5535m, follow the footsteps of the legendary summiteers Tenzing Norgay Sherpa and Sir Edmund Hillary, explore and experience the Everest people i.e. Sherpa’s lifestyles and cultures, their villages and century old monasteries, daily fascinating views of the majestic mountains, mesmerizing Gokyo lakes including the fifth lake, etc.
4. Manaslu Tsum Valley Trekking
Trek Difficulty: Difficult
Maximum Altitude in Trek: 5,106 meters / 16,752 feet at Larke La Pass
Trek Duration: 18-28 days
Trek Cost: USD $1500 - $2500
Best Trek Season: Spring {March/April/May} and Autumn {September/October/November}
Walking Hours in Trek: 4-10 hours a day
Trek accommodation: Teahouse lodges only
Highlights of trek: One of the least explored regions in the hidden corners of Mid-West Himalaya where Buddhist and ancient Bon culture is a way of life, pass through the Nepal’s longest mountain pass {Larke La pass 5106m}, the valley of happiness Tsum Valley, majestic view of Mount Manaslu ‘The Mountain of Spirit’, etc.
Trek Difficulty: Moderate
Maximum Altitude in Trek: 4,020 meters / 13,189 feet at Nyi La Pass
Trek Duration: 07-17 days
Trek Cost: USD $1600 - $2600
Best Trek Season: Spring {March/April/May}, Autumn {September/October/November} and Summer {June/July/August}
Walking Hours in Trek: 4-10 hours a day
Trek accommodation: Teahouse lodges / Tented camping
Highlights of trek: Surreal landscapes just next to the Himalayas of Nepal, once a forbidden kingdom Upper Mustang’s geography is similar to that of Tibetan plateau, being in the Himalayan rain shadow Upper Mustang is the mystical place to visit, mysterious caves, deepest gorge in Kali Gandaki River, restricted place, holy Kali Gandaki valley and sacred Muktinath temple, etc.
6. Makalu Sherpani Col High Pass Trekking
Trek Difficulty: Strenuous
Maximum Altitude in Trek: 6,143 meters / 20,154 feet at Sherpani West Col
Trek Duration: 18-28 days
Trek Cost: USD $3000 - $4000
Best Trek Season: Spring {March/April/May} and Autumn {September/October/November}
Walking Hours in Trek: 4-10 hours a day
Trek accommodation: Teahouse lodges / Tented camping
Highlights of trek: Magnificent views of the different massifs, one of the toughest treks in the Himalayan Region, 3 difficult highest passes to conquer, the wilderness of Great Himalayan trail, through the massive glaciers and deep alpine valleys, majestic views of innumerable snowcapped mountains, requiring basic climbing and rope skills, etc.
7. Everest Amphu Lapcha Pass Trekking
Trek Difficulty: Challenging
Maximum Altitude in Trek: 5,845 meters / 19,177 feet at Amphu Lapcha Pass
Trek Duration: 13-23 days
Trek Cost: USD $2000 - $3000
Best Trek Season: Spring {March/April/May} and Autumn {September/October/November}
Walking Hours in Trek: 4-10 hours a day
Trek accommodation: Teahouse lodges / Tented camping
Highlights of trek: Breathtaking valleys of the Khumbu region including the Honku valley, mind blowing vistas of many majestic mountains including Mount Everest, Lhotse and Makalu, highest passes including the Mera La and Amphu Lapcha pass, remarkable journey through the Himalayan landscapes and the glaciers, experience the life of Sherpa people and harsh situations they have to go through under these mountains, etc.
Trek Difficulty: Difficult
Maximum Altitude in Trek: 5,416 meters / 17,769 feet at Thorong La Pass
Trek Duration: 10-25 days
Trek Cost: USD $1000 - $2000
Best Trek Season: Spring {March/April/May}, Autumn {September/October/November} and Summer {June/July/August}
Walking Hours in Trek: 4-10 hours a day
Trek accommodation: Teahouse lodges only
Highlights of trek: Most popular long duration trekking in Nepal, jaw-dropping mountain sceneries along the way, very flexible trekking trail and can be shortened to only one week of journey if needed to, Ice Lake and Tilicho Lake are the rare sights, the highest pass {Thorang La Pass 5416m} is a lifetime adventure, explore different ethnic or indigenous communities, etc.
9. Simikot Hilsa Limi Circuit Trekking
Trek Difficulty: Strenuous
Maximum Altitude in Trek: 4,940 meters / 16,207 feet at Nyalu La Pass
Trek Duration: 14-24 days
Trek Cost: USD $3500 - $4500
Best Trek Season: Spring {March/April/May}, Autumn {September/October/November} and Summer {June/July/August}
Walking Hours in Trek: 4-10 hours a day
Trek accommodation: Tented camping only
Highlights of trek: Breathtaking journey in the rain-shadow of the Himalayas, completely off the beaten track, traverse through the untouched land and experience the lives of the isolated people, capture the once in a lifetime moments, possible encounter with the endangered and rare species of animals, where polyandry marriage system still exist, etc.
10. Nar Phu Valley and Tilicho Lake Trekking
Trek Difficulty: Challenging
Maximum Altitude in Trek: 5,322 meters / 17,461 feet at Kang La Pass
Trek Duration: 12-22 days
Trek Cost: USD $1600 - $2600
Best Trek Season: Spring {March/April/May}, Autumn {September/October/November} and Summer {June/July/August}
Walking Hours in Trek: 4-10 hours a day
Trek accommodation: Teahouse lodges / Tented camping
Highlights of trek: Explore the great Himalayan trails, high passes and remote Nar Phu Valley, an alpine turquoise lake located in Annapurna range and the highest in the world {Tilicho Lake 4919m}, get a chance to explore the Tibetan influenced lifestyles of Nepali people in the Himalayas, explore the ancient rock structures, diverse topography and land formations of three valleys, walk through the chain of Himalayas {Manaslu, Dhaulagiri and Annapurna}, collect one of the most spiritual satisfactions through different gompas, monasteries and temples, etc.
11. Dhaulagiri Circuit Trekking
Trek Difficulty: Strenuous
Maximum Altitude in Trek: 5,360 meters / 17,585 feet at French Pass
Trek Duration: 14-24 days
Trek Cost: USD $2200 - $3200
Best Trek Season: Spring {March/April/May} and Autumn {September/October/November}
Walking Hours in Trek: 4-10 hours a day
Trek accommodation: Teahouse lodges / Tented camping
Highlights of trek: Spectacular journey away from the mainstream trekking trail, into the wilderness of snowy mountains and foothills, walking on glaciers to base camp beneath world’s 7th highest Dhaulagiri 8167m and then traversing over French Pass 5360m to reach the Hidden Valley enclosed within high mountains, one of the toughest adventures, etc.
12. Badimalika Trek with Khaptad National Park
Trek Difficulty: Moderately difficult
Maximum Altitude in Trek: 4,200 meters / 13,780 feet at Badimalika Temple
Trek Duration: 10-20 days
Trek Cost: USD $1400 - $2400
Best Trek Season: Spring {March/April/May} and Autumn {September/October/November}
Walking Hours in Trek: 4-10 hours a day
Trek accommodation: Teahouse lodges / Tented camping
Highlights of trek: Explore the pristine nature and amazing culture around Khaptad National Park, Adventure in greenery hills, varied landscapes and grasslands, Explore the beautiful Bajura district in far western Nepal, The hidden beauty and culture of Far-Western region of Nepal, Badimalika temple situated on the top of a hillock at altitude of 4200 meters, The Malika Chaturdasi Festival can be observed once in every full moon night in August, etc.
13. Numbur Cheese Circuit Trekking
Trek Difficulty: Difficult
Maximum Altitude in Trek: 4,880 meters / 16,011 feet at Gyazo La Pass
Trek Duration: 10-20 days
Trek Cost: USD $2800 - $3800
Best Trek Season: Spring {March/April/May} and Autumn {September/October/November}
Walking Hours in Trek: 4-10 hours a day
Trek accommodation: Teahouse lodges / Tented camping / Homestays
Highlights of trek: Gorgeous and picturesque Khimti and Likhu River valleys, outstanding mountain views on daily basis with 360 degree panorama, journey through many glaciers {Linkhu Nup Glacier, Surmoche Glacier, Bigphere Go Glacier and Likhu Glacier}, panoramic High altitude lakes and the passes, a complete Himalayan journey package with the addition of rich and ancient cultures plus traditions, ancient Cheese factories, etc.
Trek Difficulty: Difficult
Maximum Altitude in Trek: 5,000 meters / 16,404 feet at Makalu Base Camp
Trek Duration: 15-20 days
Trek Cost: USD $1500 - $2500
Best Trek Season: Spring {March/April/May} and Autumn {September/October/November}
Walking Hours in Trek: 4-10 hours a day
Trek accommodation: Teahouse lodges
Highlights of trek: Magnificent view of Mount Everest from a unique angle, Incredible journey through the remotest and the most pristine land of Nepal, Pass through the spectacular landscapes, gorges, valleys, waterfalls, glaciers and more, Experience the rural lives of indigenous Rais and Sherpas, Enter the most unique Makalu Barun National Park with Arun and Barun valleys or Hinku and Hongu valleys, Chance of encountering the rarest of the species in Nepal wilderness, etc.
15. Ganesh Himal Base Camp Trekking
Trek Difficulty: Difficult
Maximum Altitude in Trek: 5,000 meters / 16,404 feet at Ganesh Himal Base Camp
Trek Duration: 12-22 days
Trek Cost: USD $1500 - $2500
Best Trek Season: Spring {March/April/May} and Autumn {September/October/November}
Walking Hours in Trek: 4-10 hours a day
Trek accommodation: Teahouse lodges / Tented camping / Homestays
Highlights of trek: A hidden gem in a less explored region of Nepal, between the popular trekking regions; Langtang and Manaslu region, raw and pristine nature, explore the ethnic Gurung, Tamang and other communities with their lifestyles and traditions, breathtaking and unparalleled views throughout the trek and especially from Pangsang La pass, panoramic views of the whole {Ganesh Himal range, Manaslu range, Langtang range and Annapurna range of peaks}, etc.
16. Rolwaling Trek
Trek Difficulty: Strenuous
Maximum Altitude in Trek: 6,272 meters / 20,577 feet at Pachermo Peak Summit
Trek Duration: 12-22 days
Trek Cost: USD $1800 - $2800
Best Trek Season: Spring {March/April/May} and Autumn {September/October/November}
Walking Hours in Trek: 4-10 hours a day
Trek accommodation: Teahouse lodges / Tented camping
Highlights of trek: Great views of {Everest, Gauri Shankar, Makalu, Nuptse, Amadablam, Thamserku, Island Peak and more peaks}, adventurous high pass Tashi Lapcha and Pachermo peak ascent, many stunning glaciers, moraines, lakes and thick forests, one of the most interesting treks of all time, interesting scattered Sherpa settlements, etc.
17. Annapurna Base Camp Trekking
Trek Difficulty: Moderate
Maximum Altitude in Trek: 4,500 meters / 14,764 feet at Annapurna Base Camp
Trek Duration: 08-18 days
Trek Cost: USD $600 - $1600
Best Trek Season: Spring {March/April/May} and Autumn {September/October/November}
Walking Hours in Trek: 4-8 hours a day
Trek accommodation: Teahouse lodges only
Highlights of trek: Most popular short trekking in Nepal, journey to the base of the world's 10th highest mountain Annapurna I (8091m), stunning mountain views, observe and explore the typical indigenous Magar and Gurung tribe communities, gorgeous waterfalls and rivers, topmost sunrise and sunset viewpoint Poon Hill, etc.
18. Annapurna Hidden Lake Trekking
Trek Difficulty: Difficult
Maximum Altitude in Trek: 4,320 meters / 14,173 feet at Hidden Lake
Trek Duration: 10-20 days
Trek Cost: USD $1500 - $2500
Best Trek Season: Spring {March/April/May} and Autumn {September/October/November}
Walking Hours in Trek: 4-8 hours a day
Trek accommodation: Teahouse lodges / Tented camping / Homestays
Highlights of trek: Less explored trails in the heart of Annapurna Sanctuary, explore the traditional villages {Ghandruk, Tadapani and Chhomrong} and their ethnic lifestyles plus cultures, fabulous vantage point Khopra Danda or Ridge 3640m, amazing rhododendron and oak forests, beautiful birds including Monals (Danfe), breathtaking views of Mt Annapurna, Mt Dhaulagiri and the Himalayan landscapes, etc.
19. Mohare Danda and Khopra Ridge Community Trek
Trek Difficulty: Moderately Difficult
Maximum Altitude in Trek: 4,660 meters / 15,289 feet at Khayar Lake
Trek Duration: 10-15 days
Trek Cost: USD $600 - $1600
Best Trek Season: Spring {March/April/May} and Autumn {September/October/November}
Walking Hours in Trek: 4-10 hours a day
Trek accommodation: Homestays / Teahouse lodges
Highlights of trek: The closest views of the Annapurna massifs and the Dhaulagiri ranges, Stunning sunrise and sunset over the panoramic Himalayas, Journey to the abode of Lord Shiva, Eco community homestay lodges during most of the trekking days, Explore the lifestyles and the cultures of the indigenous Magar tribes, Off the beaten path in the lap of the Annapurna Himalayas, etc.
Trek Difficulty: Difficult
Maximum Altitude in Trek: 5,000 meters / 16,404 feet at Tserko Ri viewpoint
Trek Duration: 10-20 days
Trek Cost: USD $800 - $1800
Best Trek Season: Spring {March/April/May} and Autumn {September/October/November}
Walking Hours in Trek: 4-10 hours a day
Trek accommodation: Teahouse lodges only
Highlights of trek: Combination of natural as well as cultural beauty, amazing panoramic views of the mountains and the valleys, hike to the holy Gosaikunda Lake 4380m where thousands of pilgrims travel every year to get the holy bath in the lake, high Laurabina pass 4610m, Tibetan Buddhist cultures and traditions, topmost viewpoints {Kyanjin Ri 4800m and Tserko Ri 5000m}, gorgeous Langtang valley, etc.
21. Langtang Tilman Pass Trekking
Trek Difficulty: Difficult
Maximum Altitude in Trek: 5,320 meters / 17,454 feet at Tilman Pass
Trek Duration: 15-25 days
Trek Cost: USD $2200 - $3200
Best Trek Season: Spring {March/April/May} and Autumn {September/October/November}
Walking Hours in Trek: 4-10 hours a day
Trek accommodation: Teahouse lodges / Tented camping
Highlights of trek: Trek through sub-tropical lush forest, explore different types and colors of Rhododendron flowers (The national flower of Nepal), experience different ethnic cultures {Brahmin, Chhetri, Tibetan Sherpa and Tamang}, amazing views of mountains {Langtang Himal, Naya Kanga, Yala peak, Ganesh Himal, Langshisa, Gaurishankar, Dorje Lakpa, etc.}, get to the dramatic height of 5,320 m at Tilman Pass, amazing viewpoints and Langtang valley, etc.
22. Everest Gokyo Lake with Renjo La Pass Trek
Trek Difficulty: Difficult
Maximum Altitude in Trek: 5,360 meters / 17,585 feet at Renjo La
Trek Duration: 08-18 days
Trek Cost: USD $800 - $1800
Best Trek Season: Spring {March/April/May} and Autumn {September/October/November}
Walking Hours in Trek: 4-10 hours a day
Trek accommodation: Teahouse lodges
Highlights of trek: Panoramic views of the glorious Himalayas from the best viewpoints in the Everest region, from Renjo La 5,360m and Gokyo Ri 5,357m, Walking alongside the majestic mountain views in most of the days, Mesmerizing Gokyo Valley and the emerald Gokyo Lakes, Explore Ngozumpa Glacier, Insights into the local Sherpa community, their cultures and lifestyles, Finding the origin of Dudh Koshi River, Create a lifetime memorable experience in the Everest region, etc.
Trek Difficulty: Moderate
Maximum Altitude in Trek: 4,090 meters / 13,419 feet at Chechemara Hilltop
Trek Duration: 04-14 days
Trek Cost: USD $800 - $1800
Best Trek Season: Spring {March/April/May} and Autumn {September/October/November}
Walking Hours in Trek: 3-8 hours a day
Trek accommodation: Teahouse lodges / Tented camping
Highlights of trek: Rara Lake 'Queen of Lakes' is a hidden gem in the abyss of nature, excellent views of the hidden famous peaks {Api 7132m, Saipal 7031m, Kagmara Himal 5115m and Kanjibroba 6883m}, journey through the enchanting woodlands of rhododendron, spruce, maple, oak, pine and fir trees to reach the Rara National Park, breathtaking views of the alpine forests and landscapes from the viewpoint, tranquil fresh water lake, etc.
Trek Difficulty: Moderate
Maximum Altitude in Trek: 4100m at Panch Pokhari
Trek Duration: 10-20 days
Trek Cost: USD $1000 - $2000
Best Trek Season: Spring {March/April/May} and Autumn {September/October/November}
Walking Hours in Trek: 4-10 hours a day
Trek accommodation: Teahouse lodges / Tented camping
Highlights of trek: Superb Mountain views, Green forests, Picturesque Villages and High passes, witness Holy lake Panch Pokhari {find ponds} 4100m right at the base of Jugal Himal, fascinating views of Mountains {Jugal Himal, Dorje Lakpa, Phurbi Chhyachu and Madiya peak}, experience diverse cultures and traditions, remote traditional Tamang Villages, holy alpine lake Bhairav Kunda, etc.
25. Guerrilla Gurja Himal Trekking
Trek Difficulty: Moderate
Maximum Altitude in Trek: 3,850 meters / 12,631 feet at Rugachaur Pass
Trek Duration: 08-18 days
Trek Cost: USD $600 - $1600
Best Trek Season: Spring {March/April/May} and Autumn {September/October/November}
Walking Hours in Trek: 4-10 hours a day
Trek accommodation: Teahouse lodges / Homestays
Highlights of trek: Journey through the post-conflict Guerrilla territory, seventh tallest mountain Mt Dhaulagiri view on mostly daily basis, watch the beautiful pictures of less explored trails, thrilling off-the-beaten trails with rich flora and fauna, explore the only hunting reserve area of Nepal {Dhorpatan hunting reserve}, experience the local homestays in the remote areas, Himalayas and their beauty through the local eyes, remote cultures, etc.
And the honorable mention goes to the other short, popular and the most trending treks which are Everest Base Camp Trekking, Pikey Peak Trekking, Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek, Dudh Kunda Trekking, Mardi Himal Trekking, Dhaulagiri Sanctuary Trek, North Annapurna Base Camp Trekking, Machapuchare Model Trek, Langtang Ganja La Pass Trekking, Bhairav Kunda Trekking, Manaslu Rupina La Pass Trekking, Lower Manaslu Eco Trek, Manaslu Tibet Panorama View Trek, Ruby Valley Trekking, etc.
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