Exploring Himalayas via Manaslu Circuit, Upper Mustang and Ghorepani Poon Hill Treks

Manaslu Circuit Trek has emerged as one of the most popular alternate treks to the Annapurna Circuit Trek and is also known as The New Annapurna Circuit. The trek lets you explore the best of Himalayas as you head towards the eighth highest peak of the world located at the height of 8156 m. The trekking to this wonderful Manaslu region takes about two weeks and you have several teahouses on the way. There are more than 2000 trekkers, which prefer to follow Manaslu Circuit Trek to experience the protected wildlife, Buddhist and Hindu Culture, scenic view of the mountains, raging rivers and more.

 

Manaslu Circuit Trek has undergone many changes over the last few years after 2010 that continues to make it easier for the trekkers. Many teahouses have been established all along the way on this newly developed trek. Although, some of them are not as advanced as in the Annapurna Trek are but are good enough to make sure that no camping is required. The permit fee on this track was also slashed down to $50 per week by the Nepal Tourism to attract more trekkers. However, it is required to have a registered trekking guide to get the permission to trek on this route.

 

Trekkers looking for an easier and lower trekking peak can go for Ghorepani Poon Hill trek. It is an ideal trek for the beginners as the maximum elevation on this trek is just about 3210 m and it takes less than a week to complete the trek. People can start trekking on this route from Pokhara in Nepal, which is the easiest location to approach this trek. Even those people who have altitude sickness can go for Ghorepani Poon Hill trek as the altitude is manageable. Moreover, it does not take an extreme level of fitness to complete this trek.

 

Upper Mustang Trekking is especially suited to the people who are looking for more than just the trekking in the Himalayas. It is one of the very few treks in Nepal that are open for trekking throughout the year as it lies in the rain shadow of the Himalayas. Its unique location not only protects trek from monsoon rains but also offers an amazing trekking experience. Upper Mustang Trekking lets you explore the best of Buddhist Culture and Traditions that is still preserved in the places encountered along this trek. The permit fee for trekking is $500 for the period of 10 days.

Nepal Sightseeing Tour takes you into the Adventurous Mountain Peaks

The divine land of Nepal gives you access to a heavenly world at the footsteps of the great Himalayas. Nepal offers everything that you are looking for while choosing the perfect destination for your holidays. The best part of trip to Nepal is that there is something for the people from every age group and from any part of the world.

 

Nepal Sightseeing Tour lets you explore the scenic beauty of the snowy mountains that you often watch in the attractive wallpapers. The trip to Nepal is not just about sightseeing but lots of adventure in the form of trekking to some of the easily accessible peaks of the Himalayas. You can also get a view of the peak of the Everest by opting for trekking to the Everest Base Camp. Several world heritage sights in Nepal are worth watching apart from the lovely culture and the people of Nepal.

The top attractions of the tour to Nepal include valleys, mountain peaks, delicious and different foods, temples, museums and much more. Kathmandu is the capital city of Nepal and the first point of attraction for the tourist coming to Nepal. There are a few more cities like Bhaktapur, Patan etc, which are not as big as Kathmandu but still holds a variety of attractions to keep the travelers engaged.

 

A large portion of travelers coming to Nepal have trekking in their mind as trekking to some of the peaks like Mera Peak, Island Peak etc have become simpler and safer as compared to the scenario when trekking to Himalayan peaks was considered next to impossible. There are professional and expert trekkers as guide to help you while trekking to any of the wonderful peaks in Goa.

 

Mera Peak is an ideal peak to start your trekking, as the difficulty level of reaching to the peak is least among all the peaks in and around Nepal. It takes about 3 weeks under normal circumstances to complete the most memorable part of your adventure in Nepal. Mera Peak climbing is a very popular trekking site for the tourist as it is among the highest peaks in Nepal with the height of about 6476 m or 21246 feet. Island peak climbing is another peak in Nepal that attracts the inexperienced trekkers who want to explore the mountain peaks in Nepal. The elevation of this peak is about 6189 m or 20305 feet, just a little lesser than the Mera Peak.