Budget-Friendly Trekking in Nepal if you are planning to trek in Nepal but have a limited budget and time, this blog is going to help you choose your holiday. There is a wide range of treks to choose from in Nepal and in this blog, we’ll discuss budget-friendly trekking in Nepal.
Nepal has always been a favourite travel destination among trekkers. Every year, thousands of trekkers visit Nepal to enjoy the beautiful country. Eight of the highest peaks in the world are in Nepal. You can only imagine how wonderful the landscapes and terrains would be across the country. Nepal is famous for having excellent trekking regions, which offer unique landscapes and views.
This trek has to be the best budget-friendly trek in all of Nepal. The trek is also known as one of the best short treks in the Annapurna Region and is also budget-friendly. This trek is excellent for beginners as well as for experienced trekkers. Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is popular for the sunrise over the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges from the Poon Hill viewpoint. The trek normally takes 9 or 10 days but can be customized according to your will. You can also combine it with a short Annapurna Base Camp Trek. This, ABC Trek with Ghorepani Poon Hill is also budget-friendly and offers you a lot to explore and experience.
View from Ghandruk Village in the Annapurna Region of Nepal Ghandruk is one of the highlights of this trek. Ghandruk is a beautiful Gurung village, where Gurung people still follow and live their traditional lifestyle. The Ghandruk itself offers stunning views of the mountains and hills. You will also experience the warm hospitality and culture of the locals.
Everest View Trek is favourable to trekkers who wish to see amazing views of the mountains in the Everest Region. The heartwarming sherpa villages and their people will entice you. Specialities of the trek include Sagarmatha National Park, Tengboche Monastery, Namche Bazaar and Lukla.
Namche Bazaar View
The trek only takes 8 days to complete, but it includes all the wilderness, scenic valleys, glaciers, and the country’s immense beauty. Pristine nature and Rhododendron forests on the way to Tengboche are worth everything.
Langtang Himal Panorama Trek is a fascinating trek in Nepal. The trekking routes include green valleys, beautiful Tamang villages, and lush rhododendron forests with views of the Langtang mountain range. Langtang region is close to Kathmandu. However, the region offers an abundance of trekking trails, waterfalls, wildlife, and vegetation.
This is an 11-day trek and itineraries can be easily customized according to your needs. The major highlight of this trek is the Kyanjin valley. The Kyanjin Ri provides a magnificent view of the panorama of mountains such as Ganesh Himal, Langtang Lirung, Ghengu Liru, and Kim shut Naya Kanga.
The Tamang heritage trail trek explores Tamang communities along the Himalayas in the Langtang region. The spectacular views of Ganesh Himal and Langtang mountain ranges are a major highlight of this trek. The thick lush jungles, waterfalls, mountains, hills and farmlands decorate the trekking routes.
The trek takes 9 days to complete and it provides the full cultural experience of the local Tamangs. The Tamangs mainly follow Buddhism and perform various rites and rituals accordingly. Tamangs were often recognized as horse traders in ancient times, but now most are engaged in agriculture and trading. The journey to the Langtang region is surely fruitful in terms of the cultural aspirations of the Tamang people.
The trek is a simple yet complete trek in the famous Annapurna region. The trek’s main highlight is the Khopra ridge at 3866 m elevation. Khopra Ridge Trek takes you into the hidden paths around the Annapurna region. The beautiful mountain ranges of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri provide stunning views making you more energetic.
The nine days trek is suitable for those who have limited time and budget for trekking in Nepal. The trek is also en route to Poon hill which is a favourite spot to witness the beautiful sunrise over Annapurna. Beautiful villages like Santa and Ghandruk add cultural flavour to the whole trek.
The easiest way to save some money is by booking through a local travel agency instead of International Tour Operators. Inquire them, negotiate and local operators will plan a perfect trip on your budget.
Trekking in the off-season will cost you less. Almost all services are easily available and cost less during winter and summer trekking in Nepal.
Choosing mid ranged accommodation and food can reduce your costs of trekking in Nepal. In major cities like Kathmandu and Pokhara, there are plenty of hotels offering cheap to the finest 5-star services. Bargain well and choose to stay in a mid ranged accommodation and it’ll definitely save you some money.
If you are an independent trekker, you can search for yourself a group from various travel agencies, websites or forums. The costs for a larger group are low compared to a small group.
Renting trekking equipment might save you some money. There are various shops around Thamel where you can find cheap trekking equipment which you can buy or rent such as trekking poles, sleeping bags, tents, etc. If you are trekking with an agency, they’ll find gear for you on rent.
In some cases, packing stuff smartly can make your backpack lighter. And it will not require you to hire a porter which inevitably saves you some costs for the trek. Sometimes, you may also choose not to hire a guide but only a porter who can also assist you as a guide.
You should always research online, compare trekking package prices and read reviews. Research and inquire to save some money.
Bringing your own snacks such as energy bars, and some nuts will significantly save you money. The trekking region’s vendors relatively charge higher for these snacks when you buy it. Shop while in Kathmandu or Pokhara in a local store.
Camping is fun and adventurous. But it also can help you reduce your accommodation costs. The tents can be easily available for rent in various shops and vendors around Thamel of Kathmandu.
There are many trekking trips available for you to explore and experience the Himalayan country even on a small budget. These budget-friendly trekking trips in Nepal and the tips are based on personal experience. Inquire us if you need any assistance finding a trip on your budget.
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