Shortest Trek in Nepal for Beginner

Nepal offers a variety of treks to all types of trekking enthusiasts. From the world’s most extreme trek, “the great Himalayan Trail” to the most beautiful one-day treks in the world, Nepal satisfies the desires of every type of trekking enthusiasts. In Nepal—or anywhere else, for that matter—a trek, by its very definition, isn't exactly "easy." Hiking is a physical activity that requires some level of exertion, of course. In Nepal, famous for its mountainous landscapes, an "easy" hike is relative. All treks in Nepal feature some kind of a climb, ranging from slight to steep.

t may have to do with altitude. If a trek is at a higher altitude, it must be shorter in length, or relatively flat, in order to be considered appropriate for beginners. A hike that is not too long, not too steep, not at a very high altitude—or some combination of these factors—is what earns it a position on the list. Here are the best treks for beginners in Nepal.

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek

Ghorepani  Poon Hill trek, also known as Annapurna Sunrise trek and Annapurna panorama trek, is one of most popular and easy trekking trail in Annapurna region. This trek is suitable for those who do not have much time to spend with a burning desire to observe the beauty of snow-capped mountains. The Ghorepani Poon Hill trek is perhaps the ultimate short trek in the Himalayas! Suitable for people of all ages, particularly good for families with children, this trek can be 4 or 5 days in length and still gets into the heart of the Annapurna. Poon Hill (3,210m) is the ultimate viewing point for the Annapurna range, Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Tukuche, Varaha Shikhar, and Lamjung Himal. Poon Hill trek starts from Nayapul after one and half hour drive from Pokhara. This trek passes beautiful villages of Ulleri, Ghorepani, and Ghandruk.

Nagarkot – Changunarayan Trek

The Nagarkot- Changunarayan Trek is very close to the capital city but provides you the magnificent view of Dhaulagiri in the west to Kanchenjunga through Everest in the east.The highlight of the trip is the early sunrise that adorns the entire skyline covered with the majestic mountains. Such a refreshing sight to cherish all your life.The trail is a great cultural experience along the encounters with traditional ethnic people and their culture.The world-renowned structures of the Bhaktapur Durbar square like 55 windowed Palace, Changu Narayan, and other historical monuments provide a peek into the traditional Newari art, architecture and culture. It is the best trip to freshen up your senses away so close yet farther from the city life. In this trek, you encounter many lodges, tea houses, restaurants, and hotels for the easy accommodations and food during and at the end of the trek.

Panchase Trek

Taking about four days, the Panchase Trek is great for families and travelers who don't have enough time for a longer trek. Starting near Pokhara, each day of this trek involves three to four hours of trekking through a protected forest that’s filled with over a hundred kinds of orchids. The schedule means you can dedicate the rest of your time to enjoying the views of epic mountains that reach more than 26,000 feet into the sky, like Annapurna I and Dhaulagiri. You’ll also have plenty of time to take National Geographic-worthy photographs and to enjoy time in the local villages like Bumdi, Panchase Bhanjyang, and Bhadaure, which is also where you'll spend your nights.

Langtang Trek

Langtang valley trekking is also called the valley of glaciers trek and one of the most beautiful river valleys in Nepal. As such, the Langtang Valley Trek lets you enjoy the natural beauty and the Himalayan ambiance of the renowned Langtang National Park. The natural terrain of the valley is one of the trek’s major highlights. Langtang is the closest place to get the enormous snow-capped mountains and beautiful glaciers. The whole valley is dominated by Mount Langtang Lirung (7246 m/23766 ft) and offers pine forest, swift mountain streams, rough rock and snow-capped peaks, grassy territory and meadows. Langtang is also famously known as “the valley of glaciers”.

Chepang Hill Trek

This is an exotic trek which offers a closer peeking inside the lives of Chepang people.  The trek through the Mahabharata range, at moderate altitude through less crowded, beautiful hillsides allows you to indulge in the life of the semi-nomadic Chepang people. The Chepangs are ethnic people with a distinct lifestyle who feed on fruits and roots and have unique cultures of their own. Due to the remoteness from city life full of conveniences, the indigenous people are considered to be among the marginalized groups of Nepal.Along with the new cultural experience, you will enjoy the mesmerizing views of the sunrise, mountains from Sira-chuli and bird watching along the trail. This trek helps you explore the true condition of  Chepang people on one hand, while on the other the trek helps promote local products, expand local tourism, and show their clear picture to rest of the world.

Shivapuri Trek

This short trek to the second highest hill surrounding the valley is for those who wish to enjoy a comfortable trek. Shivapuri trek allows you to enjoy the watershed, wildlife as well as different birds and insects that vary according to the different seasons. As you can go on this trek throughout the year, you can have a different experience of the flora and fauna at different times. You will enjoy the sights of the valley below, the eastern mountain ranges and enticing rural Nepali life between the sunsets and sunrises. From the various vantage points, you can see the mountains welcoming you with mesmerizing views which will make the hike worthwhile.