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62 journeys to explore

Nepal.

From Kathmandu to the high Himalaya.

Boudhanath stupa and prayer flags in Kathmandu

Nepal brings very different journeys within reach: Khumbu trails, the Annapurna valleys, remote eastern mountains and major climbing expeditions. Choose the terrain and pace that suit your experience, then allow enough time to enjoy the route.

Cultural journeys, wildlife stays and river trips offer another way to experience the country, or an extension to a mountain itinerary. The planning team can help you connect the parts of your visit and confirm the current travel arrangements.

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62 journeys

Ama Dablam above the Khumbu valley

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Ama Dablam Expedition

A technical climbing expedition on Ama Dablam, with a village approach through Namche and Pangboche.

Annapurna Base Camp beneath the surrounding peaks

Annapurna Base Camp

Walk from forested foothills into the Annapurna Sanctuary, with village stops and a visit to Poon Hill.

Snow-covered mountains along the Annapurna Circuit

Annapurna Circuit

Follow the Marsyangdi Valley to Manang, cross Thorong La and return through the Kali Gandaki side of Annapurna.

The Annapurna massif

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Annapurna I Expedition

An expedition to Annapurna I from the north, with a remote approach through the Thulo Bugin and Mristi Khola country.

A greater one-horned rhinoceros in Bardia National Park

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Bardia National Park

Travel through Nepalgunj to the Bardia area for two full days exploring western Nepal's lowland habitats.

6 daysWestern Terai

The snow-covered slopes of Baruntse

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Baruntse Expedition

Approach Baruntse through the Hinku and Hunku valleys, then return to the Khumbu across the technical Amphu Lapcha pass.

Rafting on the Bhotekoshi River

Bhote Koshi River Rafting

A compact two-day whitewater programme, with the river section and suitability assessed for your group and the conditions.

2 daysNortheast of Kathmandu

Kanchenjunga seen from Gangtok

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Bokta Peak

A long eastern Nepal trek through Ghunsa and the Kanchenjunga north approach leads to a remote Bokta Peak climbing programme.

Kanchenjunga seen from Gangtok

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Chhochenphu Himal Expedition

A remote eastern Nepal expedition approached through Olangchung Gola, with a mountain camp and a flexible summit attempt.

21 daysKanchenjunga region

The Rapti River beside Chitwan National Park

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Chitwan National Park

Spend two nights near Chitwan, exploring forest, river and grassland habitats with a local nature guide.

3 daysChitwan lowlands

Cholatse above the Chola valley

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Cholatse Expedition

A technical Cholatse climbing objective follows an acclimatization circuit through Gokyo, Cho La and the Everest Base Camp area.

The Chulu massif viewed from the southwest

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Chulu East

Combine Chulu East climbing with the upper Marsyangdi valley and a return across Thorong La towards Jomsom.

The Dhaulagiri massif above the surrounding valleys

Dhaulagiri Circuit

Approach Dhaulagiri Base Camp and cross into the Hidden Valley before descending toward Marpha.

26 daysDhaulagiri Himal

The Dhaulagiri massif

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Dhaulagiri Expedition

Follow the Myagdi valley towards Dhaulagiri Base Camp, with a long climbing period and a return through the Kali Gandaki valley.

The Khumbu Icefall above Everest Base Camp

Everest Base Camp

Follow the direct Khumbu route through Namche and Tengboche to Everest Base Camp.

Snow on the route over Cho La between the Khumbu and Gokyo valleys

Everest Base Camp, Gokyo and Cho La

Link the Gokyo lakes with the Everest valley on a high route across Cho La.

Mount Everest catching the evening light

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Everest Expedition

Approach through the Khumbu for a full expedition to Everest from Nepal, with an extended climbing and acclimatization window.

65 days8,848.86 m

Snow and a frozen lake in the Cho La valley

Everest Three Passes

Link Kongma La, Cho La and Renjo La with Everest Base Camp, Gokyo and the Thame valley.

The Nuptse ridge, Everest, Lhotse and Lhotse Shar

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Everest, Lhotse and Nuptse

A bespoke expedition linking Everest, Lhotse and Nuptse objectives from the Khumbu, planned around a long and flexible climbing window.

65 days8,848.86 m

The Ganesh Himal range seen from the air

Ganesh Himal

Combine the Ganesh Himal foothills, Singla crossing and a continuation into the Langtang valley.

21 daysGanesh Himal and Langtang

Sunrise over the mountains from Poon Hill

Ghorepani Poon Hill

Visit Ghandruk, forested ridges and Ghorepani, with a weather-dependent walk to Poon Hill.

Gokyo Lake beside the Ngozumpa Glacier

Gokyo Valley and Everest Base Camp

Spend time beside the Gokyo lakes, then link the valley with the main Everest Base Camp route.

The village of Melamchigaon in Helambu

Helambu

Walk from the Kathmandu Valley rim through Chisapani, Tharepati and the villages of Helambu.

11 daysHelambu and Shivapuri

A climber during an expedition on Himlung Himal

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Himlung Himal Expedition

Enter the Phu valley for a 7,000 m expedition on Himlung Himal, with time for acclimatization and a sustained climbing window.

Morning light on Hiunchuli, seen from the Mardi Himal trail

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Hiunchuli

An Annapurna Sanctuary approach leads to a demanding Hiunchuli climbing programme, with several mountain camps.

The approach from Chhukung towards Island Peak

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Island Peak with Everest Base Camp

Combine the Everest Base Camp approach with a technical Island Peak climb from the Imja valley.

Rara Lake beneath the hills of western Nepal

Jumla and Rara Lake

Cross the hill country north of Jumla to Rara Lake, with two days to explore its surroundings.

16 daysKarnali and Rara

The Kali Gandaki valley beneath the Himalayan foothills

Kali Gandaki River Rafting

Travel from Pokhara for a three-day river journey, with two riverside nights and a route selected for current water levels.

3 daysWestern Nepal, from Pokhara

The north side of Kanchenjunga seen from its Nepal Base Camp

Kanchenjunga Base Camps

Explore the northern and southern Kanchenjunga valleys on a long journey through eastern Nepal.

25 daysKanchenjunga Conservation Area

Kanchenjunga seen from Gangtok

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Kanchenjunga Expedition

A remote eastern Nepal approach and extended climbing period on Kanchenjunga, the third highest mountain in the world.

Morning at Kasara in Chitwan, Nepal

Kathmandu and Chitwan Nature Tour

Pair Kathmandu Valley cultural visits with time exploring Chitwan forest and river habitats.

7 daysKathmandu Valley and Chitwan

The Boudhanath stupa in Kathmandu

Kathmandu Cultural Tour

Combine Kathmandu Valley cultural visits with an excursion to Nagarkot and time in Bhaktapur.

5 daysKathmandu Valley and Nagarkot

Swayambhunath and Kathmandu below

Kathmandu Heritage and Valley Trek

Follow Kathmandu cultural visits with a three-day walk along the valley rim toward Nagarkot.

8 daysKathmandu Valley rim

Temples and courtyards in the Kathmandu Valley

Kathmandu Heritage Tour

Explore the historic squares, stupas and living religious places of Kathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur in four days.

4 daysKathmandu Valley

Sunset over Phewa Lake in Pokhara

Kathmandu, Pokhara and Foothills Trek

Explore Kathmandu, fly to Pokhara and walk through Dhampus, Landruk and Ghandruk in the Annapurna foothills.

9 daysKathmandu, Pokhara and Annapurna foothills

Gorak Shep and the Khumbu Glacier below the Kongma Tse and Pokhalde mountain chain

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Khongma Tse and Pokalde

Link Pokalde and Khongma Tse climbing objectives above the upper Khumbu, with a return through Chhukung.

The Khumbu valley above Pheriche, with Tawoche and Cholatse

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Khumbu Three Peaks

Combine Pokalde, Island Peak and Lobuche East with an extended Khumbu journey and a Gokyo valley return.

Wetland scenery in Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve

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Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve

Explore eastern Nepal's river wetlands and birdlife on a journey connected through Kathmandu and Biratnagar.

7 daysEastern Terai and Koshi wetlands

A stupa in the Langtang valley

Langtang Valley

Follow the Langtang Khola through forest and villages to Kyanjin Gompa, with time for local exploration.

Lhotse seen from Chukhung Ri

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Lhotse Expedition

Climb from Everest Base Camp towards Lhotse, combining a Khumbu approach with a sustained expedition on the Everest massif.

Lobuche East viewed from the southeast

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Lobuche East

A Khumbu approach with acclimatization hikes leads to dedicated camps and a technical climb on Lobuche East.

Mount Makalu viewed from the southwest

Makalu Base Camp

Walk from the Arun Valley settlements into the upper Barun Valley beneath Makalu.

23 daysMakalu-Barun

Mount Makalu viewed from the southwest

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Makalu Expedition

A long approach through Makalu-Barun leads to a demanding expedition on the pyramid of Makalu.

Terraced fields on the Manaslu Circuit

Manaslu Circuit

Follow the Budhi Gandaki into Nubri, spend time at Samagaon and cross Larkya La toward Bimthang.

The snow-covered summit of Manaslu

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Manaslu Expedition

Approach through the Budhi Gandaki valley and Sama Gaon before an extended climbing programme on Manaslu.

Yaks on the Mardi Himal trail with Machhapuchhre behind

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Mardi Himal Climb

A climbing journey to Mardi Himal through the quieter southern approach, distinct from the popular Mardi Himal viewpoint trek.

The Marsyangdi River near Pisang

Marsyangdi River Rafting

A five-day programme combining two approach days with three planned river days in the Marsyangdi Valley.

5 daysMarsyangdi Valley

Mera Peak, one of the objectives on the combined journey

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Mera and Island Peak Traverse

Link Island Peak and Mera through the technical Amphu Lapcha crossing, combining two climbs with a remote valley traverse.

Mera Peak seen from below the Zatr La

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Mera Peak

Trek into the Hinku valley for a glacier climb on Mera, with acclimatization stops and a spare summit day.

Traditional houses in the Nar Phu area

Nar Phu Valley and Annapurna

Explore Phu and Nar before continuing through Manang and across Thorong La to Muktinath.

Sunset over Phewa Lake in Pokhara

Nepal Culture, Nature and Foothills

Bring together Kathmandu heritage, Chitwan nature activities and a village trek above Pokhara.

12 daysKathmandu, Chitwan and Annapurna foothills

Everest and the Nuptse ridge above the Khumbu Glacier

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Nuptse Expedition

A serious technical expedition on Nuptse, approached through the upper Khumbu and based beneath the Everest massif.

The Ganesh Himal range, the wider region of the Paldor approach

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Paldor Peak

A remote Ganesh Himal journey through Tamang villages and Somdang leads to the Paldor climbing camps.

Glacial moraines with Pisang Peak beyond

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Pisang Peak

Climb above Pisang before continuing through Manang and across Thorong La into the Kali Gandaki valley.

Gorak Shep and the Khumbu Glacier below the Kongma Tse and Pokhalde mountain chain

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Pokalde Peak

A Khumbu journey with acclimatization in Namche and Pheriche before a summit attempt on Pokalde.

Mount Pumori above the Khumbu valley

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Pumori Expedition

A technical 7,000 m expedition above the upper Khumbu, approached through the villages on the Everest trail.

Lo Manthang in Upper Mustang, the region of the Saribung approach

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Saribung Expedition

Link the Phu valley with the remote Saribung area and Upper Mustang on a climbing traverse to Lo Manthang and Jomsom.

Tharpu Chuli seen from Annapurna Base Camp

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Tent Peak / Tharpu Chuli

Approach Tent Peak through the Annapurna Sanctuary, combining mountain lodges with dedicated climbing camps.

A rafting briefing beside the Trishuli River

Trishuli River Rafting

A two-day river programme with rafting, an overnight camp and road connections to your next Nepal destination.

2 daysCentral Nepal

Lo Manthang in Upper Mustang

Upper Mustang

Walk through the Kali Gandaki highlands to Lo Manthang, returning by villages on a different route.

Yala Peak viewed from the southwest

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Yala Peak and Naya Kanga

Link two Langtang climbing objectives with the Gosaikunda lakes and a return through Helambu.

A stupa in the Langtang valley, on the approach through the region

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Yubra Himal

Follow the Langtang valley to Kyanjin before moving into Yubra Himal camps for a sustained technical climbing programme.

21 daysLangtang