Bestowed with affluent elegant mountains, surreal landscapes, cultures, and ethnicity, Nepal is one of the best countries to plan your trek. From a luxurious one-day Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour to some best budget trekking in Nepal, the country has been a hotspot for high-altitude trekking.
Spring of 2023 is arriving, and so is Nepal's brand-new trekking season. From the best mountain views to the lively vegetation and environment, every trekking destination becomes the best in Spring, from March to May.
There's no denying that trekking in Nepal or anywhere in the world is an expensive adventure. Furthermore, every trekking duration can be between one, two, or even three weeks. Hence, managing expenses can be challenging for some people.
With this in mind, Adventure Nepal Eco Treks has developed a blog, 'Ten best budget trekking in Nepal in 2023'. Here in this blog, we'll give you an overview of some of the best adventure trekking in Nepal, which is more affordable. Moreover, these treks offer great adventure, scenic sightseeing, and a wholesome, high-altitude experience.
The junket to the world's highest mountain, Mt. Everest and the heaven of mountains is what classic Everest Base Camp Trek is. This 12 days long adventure in the Himalayas is a dream to many. And yearly, to turn the Everest dream into reality, thousands of trekkers hike up to Kala Patthar, Gorak Shep and Everest's base camp.
It's not just trekking but also a great adventure and life lesson. You'd hike on the terrain bounded by the serenity. Moreover, you'd be in awe of glimpses of elegant mountains like Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu, Ama Dablam, and more. These graceful mountains and high-altitude terrain teach you great humility. You'll realize that nature has bigger things to offer humankind, and humankind must protect nature.
Furthermore, the Sherpa cultural experience, the hikes through semi-alpine and alpine climatic zones, crossing several high suspension bridges, and meeting many trekkers en route make your Everest Base Camp Trek a wholesome experience. EBC Trek is among the best trekking in Nepal to do in 2023.
Everyone thinks of Everest Base Camp Trek as one of the most expensive treks. As of this, people often plan some affordable trekking options instead of EBC Trek. Several packages offer the most affordable EBC Base Camp Trek experience. One such is Budget Everest Base Camp Trek, the most affordable Everest region trekking.
These days, Everest Base Camp Trek's cost can range between USD 1200 and 1500. With the inflation and rise in the price of goods, this price is relatively on the budget. There are other more expensive treks than the trek to the base camp of Everest.
Everest Panorama Trek, the short trek in the Everest region, is among the famous Everest region trekking. In this trek, you'll hike up to Tengboche from Lukla and return to Lukla. Furthermore, you'll hike to Sherpa villages like Khumjung or Thame, Tengboche, Namche, Phakding, and Lukla. Being short, adventurous, and affordable, Everest Panorama Trek is among the best budget trekking in Nepal.
The short Everest Panorama Trek is ideal for the trekker who can't hike up to the Everest Base Camp but still wants to experience the ultimate hiking experience on the Everest trek route.
Furthermore, this short trek is best suited for trekkers with families, including kids below ten years old. As you'll hike only to Tengboche with a day of rest at Namche, you won't have any issues with altitude sickness.
Too, the time-bound trekker who doesn't have enough days to hike to Everest's base camp is one to enjoy our week-long Everest Panorama Trek in 2023.
First, you'll take a flight to Lukla to start this panorama trek. From Lukla, you'll hike to Phakding and stop for overnight accommodation.
On the following day from Phakding, you'll hike to Namche Bazaar for five hours. En route, you'll cross several suspension bridges, pass by multiple Sherpa villages, and walk through unique forests and landscapes.
At Namche, you'll stop for acclimatization. You'll have the option of hiking to Hotel Everest View and Thame Village. These two destinations are among the popular hiking places around Namche.From Namche, you'll hike to Khumjung Village and then to Tengboche.
Tengboche is a hilltop place and is often considered the best place to live on earth. It's because of the 360 panoramic mountain glimpses from Tengboche. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Kongde, Khumbila, and other mountains are best seen from Tengboche.
Furthermore, you'll also visit the Tengboche Monastery in Tengboche and witness the Buddhist rituals.
Nar and Phu are two unique villages in the Northern Annapurna region, near Tibetan High Plateau. Being adjacent to the Annapurna Circuit Trek trail, the Nar Phu Valley Trek is a fantastic budget trek in Nepal. Due to remoteness and strenuous trek grades, many trekkers overlook this Annapurna region trekking. However, those who hike here cherish the once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Being secluded from the modern world and a restricted area, Nar Phu Valley Trek has a lot of natural wonders to offer. Nar and Phu, the two villages, are sufficient to leave you in awe.
The Tasho Lhakhang Monastery in Nar Phu Valley is among the 108 supreme Buddhist Monasteries in the world. Also, the remnants of forts built by illegal Tibetan immigrants are still around Nar Phu Valley.
Moreover, it's a single trek where you'll cross two high Himalayan passes. To reach Manang, you'll cross Kang La Pass at 5,306 meters. Likewise, to hike Mustang and Muktinath from Thorung Phedi, you'll hike to Thorung La Pass at 5,416 meters.
The most exciting part of Nar Phu Valley Trek is the complete sightseeing of the elegant Annapurna range. Annapurna I, Dhaulagiri, Gangapurna, Nilgiri, Tilicho Peak, and Himlung Himal are the conspicuous mountains on Nar Phu Trek.
Manaslu Circuit Trek fits into two categories, best budget trekking in Nepal and off-the-beaten trekking in Nepal. As tea houses in Manaslu Circuit Trek route are still developing, they need more extensive commercialization. Hence, the trek cost here is relatively more affordable than other trekkings.
Manaslu Circuit opened for foreigners in 1992, from Jagat to Sama Gaun is a restricted area. Hence, you need to purchase a restricted area permit to access this region.
Strenuous trekking routes and longer hiking hours make Manaslu Trek an arduous trek. But, with adequate trek preparations, fitness level, and local agencies like Adventure Nepal Eco Treks in Nepal, you can complete this trek.
Manaslu Circuit Trek is often considered an alternative to Annapurna Circuit Trek. Due to extensive trekking, Annapurna Circuit has lost its natural touch. Hence, trekkers are now looking for more off-the-beaten trekking like Manaslu Circuit.
Due to trek difficulty and longer hiking days, many trekkers avoid Manaslu Circuit Trek. Also, the tea houses here offer only a few modern amenities like that in ABC Trek and EBC Trek.
Therefore, Manaslu Trekking is the perfect trek for peaceful hikers who'd love to hike on trails alone. However, in recent times, the number of trekkers in this region has increased. But it doesn't mean that you'd see a crowd of trekkers. You can still hike peacefully and free from the highway of trekkers like in Annapurna and Everest.
Manaslu Circuit Trek gives you a breathtaking glimpse of Mt. Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, and several mountains of the Langtang range. After crossing Larke Pass, you'll also see a few hills of the Annapurna region.
If you want to hike further on the Annapurna region from Manaslu, you can go for Tsum Valley Trek. And if you want to hike Manaslu and Tsum Valley in a single trek, Adventure Nepal Eco Treks has Manaslu Circuit Tsum Valley Trek in 2023.
Annapurna Base Camp Trek requires no introduction at all. It's the most hiked and most liked base camp budget trekking in Nepal. There are different Annapurna Base Camp Trek itineraries; the best budget itinerary you could get is five days.
From the start, ABC Trek is known for short trekking in the Annapurna region, giving the cultural and Himalayan experience. The enriched Gurung Villages of Ghandruk and Ghorepani have amazing vibes. Moreover, the fantastic vantage points, elegant sunrise and sunset, and great mountains like Annapurna I, II, III, South, and Machhaapuchhre makes Annapurna Base Camp Trek in 2023.
Your choice makes the difference in making ABC Trek affordable and within the budget. You can spend more than USD 1200 on a single ABC Trek and complete it within USD 600.
Adventure Nepal Eco Treks has a five-day Annapurna Base Camp Trek in 2023. We have designed this package to provide the best budget trekking in Nepal. With our five days trek, starting and ending at Pokhara, you'll complete the hike to the base camp of Annapurna following the main trekking route.
Even other itineraries of ABC Trek to Ghandruk and Ghorepani are among the budget Annapurna region trekking.
The ten elegant mountains in the Annapurna region are visible from the base camp area of the Annapurna mountains. Annapurna South, Annapurna I, II, III, Machhapuchhre, Mardi Himal, and Hiuchuli are among the best.
Khopra Danda, Muldahi Viewpoint, Poon Hill, and Ghandruk are the best vantage points en route to this trek with other itineraries. Trekking to these places can be cheery on your cake of the Annapurna trek experience.
Ghorepani, Poon Hill, and Muldahi Viewpoint Trek are the short Annapurna region trekking. More precisely, these are the vantage points of Annapurna sanctuary from where sunrise and sunset are best visible.
Accessible trek routes, shorter day hikes, cozy hotels and tea houses, and altitude sickness-free hikes make these places popular. And hiking Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek or Muldai Viewpoint Trek costs very little, making these the best budget trekking in Nepal.
Ghorepani, Poon Hill, and Muldahi Viewpoint are better known for their fantastic sunrise and sunset views. The best part is that these places are hilltops at an altitude near 3,000 meters. And they face the Annapurna region mountains and Machhapuchhre in front.
Due to the confrontation of elegant Annapurna mountains, golden sunrise and sunset colors, the vibe becomes magical. Being on the budget trek to Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek and enjoying the once-in-a-lifetime moment is genuinely the best offering of budget trekking in Nepal.
A family who loves to travel wants to travel with family members. For those families with kids, adults, and senior citizens looking for the best budget trekking in Nepal in 2023, Adventure Nepal Eco Treks Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek and Muldahi Viewpoint Trek can be best for you.
Since hiking to these destinations only takes two to three days, it won't be tiring and strenuous. Moreover, these regions are semi-alpine and are not prone to altitude sickness. Hence, a family can enjoy hiking to Ghorepani Poon Hill and Muldahi Viewpoint.
Mardi Himal Trek is among Nepal's newly discovered yet highly hiked trekking. Due to the short itinerary and affordable costs, it's among our top ten best budget trekking destinations in Nepal.
Mardi Himal Trek is doable in four to five days. However, many trekkers plan Mardi Himal along other treks like Ghorepani Poon Hill, Khopra Danda Khayer Lake Trek, and other treks of Annapurna.
All these adventure trekking destinations offer scenic prospects, enriched Gurung cultures, and the great Himalayas from close range.
This four day's beautiful trek to the base of Machhapuchhre and Mardi Himal takes you to an altitude of 3,550 meters. And starting from Pokhara, this trek is doable in just four days. Isn't that amazing?
The affluent tea houses in this trek have now made the accommodation services better and improved. It's among the best budget trekking that costs up to USD 800.
From Mardi Himal High Camp, you'd get the best view of Machhapuchhre, Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Ii, and other sierra adjoining Annapurna range.
One great thing about trekking Mardi Himal Trek in 2023's Spring is that you'd have a fantastic time hiking through a serene rhododendron forest. More than 50% of the Mardi Trek route is through rhododendron and oak forest.
And en route, there are multiple resting places where you'd stop, reenergize, and rehydrate.
Langtang Valley Trek, combined with Helambu Trek, is among the best budget trekking in Nepal in 2023. Even though thousands of trekkers hike to Langtang valley every year, the cost of this trek has mostly stayed the same. This short trek with ultimate sightseeing of the Langtang range, Tamang heritage, and Buddhism always attracts trekkers and backpackers every year.
Apart from elegant mountains and towering boulders, Langtang Valley Trek gives you immediate insight into traditional life. Even though it's near Kathmandu, people and their lifestyles here haven't been affected or touched by the contemporary world. The design of tea houses and hotels here has changed after the devastating earthquake in 2015. But, the souls and lifestyle of the Tamang people are still intact and beautiful.
Langtang Valley Trek and Langtang Helambu Trek offer everything a trekker expects in trekking. From modern amenities at tea houses to great panorama, Langtang is a trek joy.
First, let's talk about mountains. Langtang region showcases the impressive cliffs on the Langtang range. Gangchenpo at 6,387 m, Tsogaka at 5,846 m, Yala Peak at 5,520 m, Langtang Lirung at 7,234 m, etc.
Second, the Tamang heritage throughout the trek. Langtang region is home to Nepali Tamang communities and Tibetan descendant Tamang people. Their culture is so enriched that trekkers even plan Tamang Heritage Trek to Langtang valley.
Moreover, they practice Buddhism and celebrate festivals like Lhosar, Buddha Purnima, Dashain, and Tihar. The elegant and most significant Buddhist Gompa, Kyanjin Gompa in Kyanjin, is the ideal place to hike while on Kyanjin.
Everest Three High Passes Trek, also known as Everest Circuit Trek, is among Nepal's most challenging adventure trekking. With what this trek offers, the ultimate mountain views, glacier lakes, freshwater lakes, crossing high passes itself, and much more are worth every penny you spend for this trek. Thus, it's also on our best-budget trekking list in Nepal. For nearly two weeks, to what this trek offers, the price of USD 1800 is the most reasonable and within budget.
Kongma La Pass, Renjo La Pass, and Cho La Pass are the Three High Passes of the Everest region. All these passes are over 5,300 meters, where the highest Kongma La Pass is at 5,535 meters, Renjo La Pass is at 5,388 meters, and Cho La Pass is at 5,380 meters.
If you want to trek Everest Base Camp in 2023 and have more extra days, you can go for Everest Three Passes Trek. In this trek, you'll climb higher places other than Everest Base Camp, hike to Gokyo Lakes, Thame, Everest's base camp, and more.
Trekkers who look to climb trekking peaks like Island Peak and Lobuche trek the three high passes to check the body limit if they can continue the hike or get altitude sickness. Hiking Everest Three High Passes Trek gives you the boost to climb one of these few mountains, Island Peak, Mera Peak, or Lobuche.
Furthermore, trekking all three high passes lets you see all four 8,000 meters peaks in the Everest region. Cho Oyu from Gokyo Ri and Cho La Pass, Everest, Lhotse, and Makalu from the base camp, and all these from Renjo La and Kongma La. You'll hike through the most rugged Everest terrain and circle the adventurous route in the Everest region.
Pikey Peak Trekking is climbing Pikey Peak. It's the minor trekking peak, which is at 4,068 meters. The benefit of Pikey Peak Trekking is that you'll see almost every mountain in the Everest region. On top, you'll see all the Everest region mountains from a different perspective, rather than the glimpses from the EBC Trek route.
Pikey Peak Trekking starts from Jiri, the initial Everest Trek starting hub. Instead of being on the Everest route, in Pikey Peak Trek, you'll hike through the lower Solukhumbu region.
Everest, Makalu, and Ama Dablam are visible from the Pikey Peak trek route. However, unlike EBC Trek, this trek offers glimpses of Kanchenjunga, the third-highest mountain you don't see in EBC Trekking.
Furthermore, Pikey Peak Trekking is among the recently discovered trekking destinations. Hence, the Sherpa culture and monasteries sites still need to be made extensive treks. This trek can be ideal if you want to experience off-the-beaten trekking in the Everest region. The peaceful and tranquil environment this trek offers favors the independence and hikes in the group.
As this trek's altitude only takes 4,068 meters, you won't get altitude sickness. Also, trekking is moderately graded, the best fit for every age group.
Yes. Pikey Peak is one of the best budget hikes in Nepal. Everest region treks are known for being expensive. But it's the most budget-friendly trekking in the region.
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Trekking in Nepal in 2023 can be an ideal junket for you. Now, the world is free from Covid-19, making Nepal a safe place to trek. Furthermore, our exciting trekkings, like luxurious treks, budget treks, family treks, helicopter tours, and other trips, are available for preferable departures. On top, we provide every trekking in Nepal at the most affordable rate.
Nepal offers a plethora of budget-friendly trekking options, each with its own unique landscapes and cultural experiences. Here are some of the best budget trekking options in Nepal for 2024!!
Langtang Valley Trek: This trek is relatively close to Kathmandu and offers stunning views of the Langtang Himal range. It's a shorter trek compared to others but doesn't compromise on the experience. You'll pass through rhododendron forests, traditional villages, and have the chance to interact with the Tamang ethnic community.
Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) Trek: The Annapurna region is one of the most popular trekking destinations in Nepal. The ABC Trek offers a blend of natural beauty, diverse landscapes, and cultural encounters. You'll trek through terraced fields, bamboo forests, and traditional Gurung villages before reaching the base camp with breathtaking views of Annapurna peaks.
Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek: Another gem in the Annapurna region, this trek is known for its panoramic views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain ranges. It's relatively short and doesn't require extensive trekking experience, making it suitable for beginners and families. The sunrise view from Poon Hill is a highlight of this trek.
Everest View Trek: If you want a glimpse of the world's highest peak without committing to the full Everest Base Camp trek, the Everest View Trek is an excellent option. You'll trek through Sherpa villages, enjoy stunning views of Everest and neighboring peaks, and visit the famous Tengboche Monastery.
Upper Mustang Trek: While permits for Upper Mustang can be a bit pricey, the trek itself can be done on a budget once you're in the region. The landscape of Upper Mustang resembles a desert with unique rock formations and ancient cave dwellings. You'll also encounter Tibetan-influenced culture and traditions.
Helambu Trek: Close to Kathmandu, the Helambu region offers a less crowded trekking experience compared to some other popular routes. You'll trek through rhododendron forests, picturesque Sherpa villages, and get a taste of local culture and lifestyle.
When planning a budget trek in Nepal, keep in mind that costs can vary depending on factors such as permits, accommodations, meals, and transportation. It's essential to do thorough research, compare prices, and consider going through a reputable trekking agency for the best experience within your budget. Additionally, traveling during the off-peak season can help you save money on permits and accommodations.
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