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Travel guides, seasonal advice and practical information for trekking in Nepal.

Nepal trekking guides & travel tips

70 in-depth guides to treks, permits, seasons, culture and adventure in Nepal, written by our Kathmandu team.

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Everest Base Camp Trek: The Complete Guide for 2026

Everest Base Camp Trek: The Complete Guide for 2026

Best Time to Trek in Nepal: A Month-by-Month Guide

Best Time to Trek in Nepal: A Month-by-Month Guide

Nepal Trekking Permits: The Complete 2026 Guide by Region

Nepal Trekking Permits: The Complete 2026 Guide by Region

Annapurna Base Camp vs Everest Base Camp: Which Trek Should You Choose?

Annapurna Base Camp vs Everest Base Camp: Which Trek Should You Choose?

How Much Does It Cost to Trek in Nepal? A Realistic 2026 Budget

How Much Does It Cost to Trek in Nepal? A Realistic 2026 Budget

Nepal Trekking Packing List: What to Bring (and What to Leave Behind)

Nepal Trekking Packing List: What to Bring (and What to Leave Behind)

Altitude Sickness on Nepal Treks: Prevention, Symptoms and What to Do

Altitude Sickness on Nepal Treks: Prevention, Symptoms and What to Do

12 Best Short Treks in Nepal (3 to 8 Days)

12 Best Short Treks in Nepal (3 to 8 Days)

Best Treks in Nepal for Beginners: 10 First-Time Himalayan Treks

Best Treks in Nepal for Beginners: 10 First-Time Himalayan Treks

Teahouse Trekking in Nepal: Lodges, Food, Rooms and Etiquette Explained

Teahouse Trekking in Nepal: Lodges, Food, Rooms and Etiquette Explained

Solo Trekking in Nepal: The Guide Rule, Safety and How to Trek Alone

Solo Trekking in Nepal: The Guide Rule, Safety and How to Trek Alone

Nepal Travel Guide for First-Time Visitors: Visa, Money, Safety and Tips

Nepal Travel Guide for First-Time Visitors: Visa, Money, Safety and Tips

25 Best Things to Do in Nepal: Treks, Temples, Safaris and Adventures

25 Best Things to Do in Nepal: Treks, Temples, Safaris and Adventures

Kathmandu Travel Guide: Best Things to Do, Where to Stay and What to Eat

Kathmandu Travel Guide: Best Things to Do, Where to Stay and What to Eat

Pokhara Travel Guide: Things to Do, Where to Stay and Best Treks Nearby

Pokhara Travel Guide: Things to Do, Where to Stay and Best Treks Nearby

Chitwan National Park Safari Guide: Rhinos, Tigers and Jungle Adventures

Chitwan National Park Safari Guide: Rhinos, Tigers and Jungle Adventures

Trekking in Nepal in Winter: Best Treks, Weather and Tips (December–February)

Trekking in Nepal in Winter: Best Treks, Weather and Tips (December–February)

Trekking in Nepal in the Monsoon: Best Rain-Shadow Treks and Tips (June–September)

Trekking in Nepal in the Monsoon: Best Rain-Shadow Treks and Tips (June–September)

Island Peak vs Mera Peak: Which Is the Best First 6,000 m Peak in Nepal?

Island Peak vs Mera Peak: Which Is the Best First 6,000 m Peak in Nepal?

Hiring a Guide and Porter in Nepal: Costs, Tipping and Ethical Trekking

Hiring a Guide and Porter in Nepal: Costs, Tipping and Ethical Trekking

Nepal trekking guides and Himalayan travel tips

Welcome to the Himalayan Hiking travel blog. Here our team in Kathmandu shares practical advice to help you plan and enjoy your trip: trekking guides for the Everest, Annapurna, Langtang and Manaslu regions, advice on the best time to visit Nepal, packing lists, information on permits, altitude and fitness, and stories from the trails, festivals and villages of the Himalaya.

Our articles are written by people who live here and walk these routes every season, for first-timers and seasoned trekkers alike. If you have a question that is not answered here, ask our team.

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Our articles cover trekking routes, seasons and weather, permits and regulations, altitude and fitness, packing, costs, culture and festivals, and travel in Tibet and Bhutan.

Our articles are written by the Himalayan Hiking team in Kathmandu, including trip planners and guides who work in the mountains every season.

We review our articles regularly, but rules, fees and conditions in Nepal can change. Always check the latest requirements before you travel, or contact us for current advice.

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