20 articles to prepare your trip
The Katmandou valley offers countless day-trip possibilities for all skill levels. Biking through the valley takes you to peaks of 2200 meters, with breathtaking views of the Himalayan range
Paragliding is one of the finest ways to discover Népal's vast wilderness. From the sky, you'll have the chance to soar alongside some of the world's most magnificent peaks (Annapurna, Manaslu, Dhaulagiri), escorted by the region's vultures.
Glacial lake at 4,580 m altitude in the Rolwaling valley, Tsho Rolpa is reached by a 7 to 10-day trek from Dolakha district.
A 6,608 m peak in Sagarmatha National Park, Thamserku overlooks the Khumbu Valley about ten kilometers from Namche Bazaar.
One of the three great Gelugpa monasteries north of Lhasa, famous for the monks' debate and fresco restoration workshops.
Founded in 1056 by Dromtönpa northeast of Lhasa, Reting Monastery preserves a rich history spanning the lineage of Atisha, the Gelugpa school, and the turbulent events of the 20th century.
Manaslu
The world's eighth highest summit at 8163 m, Manaslu lends its name to a national park and one of Nepal's most demanding treks, spanning 177 km via the Larke Pass.
Lobuche Peak (6,119 m), a trekking peak in the Khumbu: approach route, technical level, permits and weather windows to plan your ascent.
Langtang
Located 50 km north of Kathmandu, Langtang Valley offers one of Nepal's most accessible treks, winding through forests, yak pastures, and Himalayan peaks.
At the foot of Everest, Khumbu Valley brings together Sherpa villages, Buddhist monasteries and four peaks over 8,000 m, accessible only on foot.
Annapurna
An iconic massif of the Nepalese Himalayas, Annapurna stands at 8091 m and is home to one of Asia's most-trekked routes around its peaks exceeding 7000 metres.
Pokhara
At the foot of the Annapurnas, Pokhara combines Phewa Lake, paragliding, museums and legendary treks. Everything you need to know before you go.
Phortse
A preserved Sherpa village at 3,480 meters altitude, Phortse is an ideal acclimatization stop on Everest and Gokyo Lakes treks.
Nagarkot
32 km east of Kathmandu, Nagarkot is Nepal's prime vantage point: sunrises over Everest, gentle treks, and starlit nights at 2,200m.
At 2,835 meters on the banks of the Dudh Koshi River, Monjo marks the entrance to Sagarmatha National Park and the first acclimatization stop on the Everest trek.
Lukla
Perched at 2,860m in the Khumbu region, Lukla is the gateway to trekking toward Everest Base Camp and home to the world's most vertiginous airstrip.
The roof of the world on Nepal's side: the legendary Base Camp trek, Sherpa culture, Tengboche Monastery and advice for successful acclimatization.
Dhulikhel
Just 30 km from Kathmandu, Dhulikhel offers breathtaking panoramas of the Himalayas, well-preserved Newar architecture, and an ideal gateway to Namobuddha.
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