Nepal Travel - Adventure Tours Nepal |
Annapurna Trekking Trekking in the Annapurna region provides dramatic contrasts between green
terraced farmland of the Marshyangdi valley and the massive peaks of the
western portion of the great Annapurna. These peaks include Hiunchuli,
Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Ganagapurna, Annapurna III and Machhapuchhare.
They are arranged almost precisely in a circle about 10 miles in diameter with
a deep glacier-covered amphitheatre at the centre. In spite of the great
heights of the surrounding peaks and ice walls, the valley floor between
provides comfortable camping spots and some of the best trekking in Nepal.
Highlights include: the Thorong La (5416m), which must be crossed on the
Annapurna Circuit trek, to reach the sacred site of Muktinath. This temple
complex is a pilgrimage site for both Hindus and Buddhists and when seen from
here the sunrise on Dhaulagiri is particularly striking. Descend into the
world's deepest river gorge, carved by the mighty Kali Gandaki River, as it
slices between the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri massifs. Relax in hot springs at
Tatopani before ascending to Poon Hill for sunrise over the Annapurnas. |
Everest Trekking The adventure of trekking in the Everest region starts with a flight into the
tiny airstrip of Lukla. Spend several days trekking through the homelands of
the Sherpa people, among their villages and Buddhist monasteries, with views
of Everest and neighbouring Ama Dablam, considered by many to be among the
most beautiful mountains in Nepal. Stroll around Namche Bazaar, the bustling
market town in the heart of Sherpa country and soak up the magnificent
mountain scenery. Without doubt, the highlight of the trek is the
awe-inspiring views which unfold from the summit of Kala Pattar and not
forgetting, of course, the personal sense of achievement in reaching the Everest Base Camp. If you have time on your hands there is the option of crossing the Cho La to Gokyo. |
