Trekking in western Nepal is exploring the amazing beauty of Annapurna region. The snowcapped mountains, forest and ethnic community of Gurung and Tamang welcomes you in all trekking destinations. There are numerous trekking destinations in eastern Nepal. Annapurna base camp trek, Annapurna circuit trek, Ghorepani Poonhill trek, Kori village trek, and Mardi Himal trek are some of the popular trekking in Nepal. We can expect both shot trek and long trekking in western Nepal. This article explains top five popular trekking in western Nepal with best time.
Annapurna base camp trek
Annapurna base camp trek is 14 days trekking, including the Poonhill trek. The trekking begins one day of arrival. The first day will be for Kathmandu to Pokhara drive and next day will be for driving to Nayapul, then trek to Hile. The trekking continues in Annapurna conservation area until we return to Nayapul after completing the trek. After reaching Hile, we will trek to Ghorepani, Tadapani, Sinuwa, and Deurali, and reach Annapurna base camp. We should walk 5,6 hours a day during the trekking days in this trek. After spending the night in ABC, we will trek to Bamboo. The trekking continues Jhinu Danda, and we will drive to Pokhara and then to Kathmandu. Trekkers can enjoy amazing views of Annapurna range, Dhaulagiri range and its landscape during the trek. We can enjoy the amazing view Annapurna range, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhare and Annapurna south from different viewpoint of Annapurna base camp trek.
Annapurna circuit trek
Annapurna circuit trek is one of the best treks in Annapurna region. It is a long trek that goes around Annapurna covering three districts: Manang, Mustang, and Lamjung. The trekking begins from Syange and continues to Dharapani, Chame, Pisang, Manang, Letdar, Thorung Phedi, Thorung La Pass, and Muktinath before reaching Jomsom. After spending the night in Muktinath, trekkers will drive to Jomsom, followed by Tatopani. Again, the trekking begins from Tatopani leading to Ghorepani, Poonhill, Tadapani, Ghandruk and drive to Pokhara and Kathmandu.
Ghorepani Poonhill trek
Ghorepani Poonhill trek is the shortest trek in Annapurna region. It takes only 4 days to reach Poon hill from Pokhara. We should drive to Nayapul followed by Hille and Ghorepani village. Waking up around 5 am trekking reach Poonhill before sunrise. We can enjoy the amazing view of Annapurna Machhapuchhare, Dhaulagiri and manaymore peaks from the Poonhill. After spending one hour in Poonhill, we will trek down to Ghandruk, have breakfast and trek to Tadapani, Ghandruk and drive back to Pokhara.
Kori village trek
Kori village trek is a short and easy trek in Annapurna region. It takes 9 days to complete the trek from Kathmandu to Kathmandu. We should drive to Pokhara and then to Sikles before starting the trek. Trekking follows the path to Hugu Goth, Kapuche lake, Nohtha, Kori danda, Thulek and return Sikles. Kori danda is the center of Nepal. We can have amazing views of Annapurna range, Machhapuchhare, Lamjung Himal and Dhaulagiri range. The Gurung village and their culture can be explored during the trek.
Mardi Himal trek
Mardi Himal trek is a short trek that covers enormous beauty of Machhapuchhare, Annapurna south, Himal Chuli and Annapurna landscape. The dominant part of trekking route is forest trail. The trekking begins from Dhampus. We will pass forest camp, low camp and reach high camp on second day of trekking. We should wake up early in the morning and reach Mardi Himal viewpoint before sunrise. The trekking can be continued to Mardi Himal base camp or we can return down to Low camp.
The best time for trekking in western Nepal
The best time for trekking in western Nepal is spring and autumn. The blooming flowers, green forest and rivers can be explored during these seasons. Best months for trekking in western Nepal are mid-March to mid-May and mid-September to mid-November. Even though some trekking like Poonhill trekking, Kori village trek, Mohare danda trek and Mardi Himal trek can be done throughout the year.
Conclusion
Overall, trekking in the Annapurna region is to explore the heavenly beauty of mountains, rivers, forests, and local culture. Beside these trekkings, the Upper Mustang Trek, Khopra Danda trek, Mohare Danda trek and Khumai Danda trek are also popular short trekking in the western Nepal. Most of the trekking in western Nepal required Annapurna circuit trek permit for entering the Annapurna Conservation area. You can get tea houses in most of the trekking route to stay overnight. Tea houses provide food for trekkers, guides, and porters based on their service. If you are planning for Nepal trek contact to Mission Summit Treks and Expedition.
