# Easy Treks for Beginners ## Easy treks for beginners You don't need to be an experienced hiker to trek in Nepal. Our **easy treks** have short walking days, stay at moderate altitudes and use comfortable lodges: **Australian Camp**, **Ghandruk** and **Panchase** from Pokhara, the classic **Poon Hill**, **Helambu** and **Chisapani–Nagarkot** from Kathmandu, and the **Everest View** trek. They are ideal for first-time trekkers, families with children and anyone short on time. - **Short days:** 2–6 hours of walking - **Moderate altitude:** mostly below 3,500 m - **Comfortable lodges** and great views ## Trips - [Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek](https://himalayanhiking.com/ghorepani-poon-hill-trek.md): 7 days, Easy to moderate, max 3,210 m / 10,531 ft, from US$590. The Ghorepani Poon Hill trek is a 7-day guided trek from Kathmandu and the most popular short trek in Nepal. From Pokhara, you climb stone staircases through Ma... - [Everest View Trek](https://himalayanhiking.com/everest-view-trek.md): 7 days, Easy to moderate, max 3,880 m / 12,730 ft, from US$890. The Everest View trek is a 7-day guided trek that brings you face to face with Mount Everest (8,849 m) without the altitude and length of the base camp trek. Fl... - [Helambu Trek](https://himalayanhiking.com/helambu-trek.md): 7 days, Easy to moderate, max 3,640 m / 11,942 ft (Tharepati), from US$520. The Helambu trek is a 7-day short trek that starts right from Kathmandu, with no flight and no long bus ride. Walk out of the valley at Sundarijal through Shiva... - [Chisapani Nagarkot Trek](https://himalayanhiking.com/chisapani-nagarkot-trek.md): 4 days, Easy, max 2,215 m / 7,267 ft (Chisapani), from US$320. The Chisapani Nagarkot trek is the best short trek near Kathmandu: an easy 3–4 day hike along the Kathmandu Valley rim. Walk from Sundarijal through Shivapuri N... - [Australian Camp and Dhampus Trek](https://himalayanhiking.com/australian-camp-dhampus-trek.md): 3 days, Easy, max 2,060 m / 6,759 ft (Australian Camp), from US$190. The Australian Camp and Dhampus trek is an easy 3-day short trek from Pokhara with some of the best mountain views you can get for very little effort. A short d... - [Ghandruk Trek](https://himalayanhiking.com/ghandruk-trek.md): 3 days, Easy, max 1,940 m / 6,365 ft (Ghandruk), from US$210. The Ghandruk trek is an easy 3-day short trek from Pokhara to Ghandruk (1,940 m), one of the largest and most beautiful Gurung villages in Nepal, with close-up... - [Panchase Trek](https://himalayanhiking.com/panchase-trek.md): 3 days, Easy to moderate, max About 2,500 m / 8,202 ft (Panchase Danda), from US$220. The Panchase trek is a quiet 3-day trek from Pokhara to a sacred, forested ridge west of Phewa Lake. Cross the lake by boat, climb past the World Peace Pagoda,... - [Shivapuri and Nagi Gompa Day Hike](https://himalayanhiking.com/shivapuri-nagi-gompa-day-hike.md): 1 days, Moderate, max About 2,300 m / 7,546 ft (Nagi Gompa); 2,732 m optional (Shivapuri Peak), from US$60. The Shivapuri and Nagi Gompa day hike is the best forest walk from Kathmandu. Start at Budhanilkantha, home of the great sleeping Vishnu, enter Shivapuri Nagarj... - [Champadevi Day Hike](https://himalayanhiking.com/champadevi-day-hike.md): 1 days, Moderate, max About 2,280 m / 7,480 ft, from US$55. The Champadevi day hike climbs through pine and oak forest on the south-western rim of the Kathmandu Valley to a hilltop shrine at about 2,280 m, with views acr... ## Easy treks in Nepal for beginners: the complete guide You don't need to be a mountaineer to trek in Nepal. Some of the most rewarding walks in the Himalaya are short, stay at moderate altitude and follow well-made trails between comfortable lodges, with views of 7,000 m and 8,000 m peaks. These **easy treks** are perfect for first-time trekkers, families, older walkers and anyone with only a few days. This guide explains what makes a trek "easy", the best beginner treks, how to prepare and what to expect. ## What makes a trek easy? - **Short days:** usually two to six hours of walking. - **Moderate altitude:** mostly below about 3,200 m, so altitude sickness is rarely a problem. - **Good trails and lodges:** well-used paths and teahouses with hot meals and private rooms. - **Short overall length:** two to seven days. Nepal's trails are rarely flat, though: expect stone steps up and down. See our [trek difficulty grades](/blog/trek-difficulty-grades-nepal). ## Best easy treks near Pokhara - [Australian Camp and Dhampus](/australian-camp-dhampus-trek) (2–3 days): the easiest trek with big Annapurna views. - [Ghandruk](/ghandruk-trek) (2–3 days): a beautiful Gurung village. - [Panchase](/panchase-trek) (3 days): quiet forest and sacred lakes. - [Ghorepani Poon Hill](/ghorepani-poon-hill-trek) (4–7 days): the classic beginner trek, with a famous sunrise from about 3,210 m. ## Best easy treks near Kathmandu - [Chisapani to Nagarkot](/chisapani-nagarkot-trek) (2–4 days): rim walks with Himalayan views. - [Helambu](/helambu-trek) (5–7 days): Sherpa and Tamang villages at moderate altitude. - Day hikes such as [Shivapuri](/shivapuri-nagi-gompa-day-hike) and [Champadevi](/champadevi-day-hike). ## See Everest on an easy trek The [Everest View trek](/everest-view-trek) flies to Lukla and walks to Namche Bazaar and Tengboche for views of Everest, Lhotse and Ama Dablam, without going to high altitude for long. ## How fit do I need to be? If you can walk for four to five hours with breaks, including some uphill, you can do an easy trek. Prepare with regular walks, stairs and a few longer hikes in the weeks before. A porter can carry your main bag, so you only need a light daypack. See our [best treks for beginners](/blog/best-treks-in-nepal-for-beginners). ## What to expect each day Most days start with breakfast at the lodge, a morning walk, lunch at a village teahouse and an afternoon arrival at the next lodge. Evenings are spent around the dining-room stove with other trekkers. Read about [teahouse trekking](/blog/teahouse-trekking-in-nepal). ## What to pack Comfortable walking shoes or light boots, layers including a warm jacket, a rain jacket, sun protection, a water bottle and a sleeping bag or liner. See our [packing list](/blog/nepal-trekking-packing-list). ## Common mistakes Walking too fast, not drinking enough water, and packing too much are the usual problems. See our guide to [first-time trekking mistakes](/blog/first-time-trekking-mistakes-nepal). ## Best time October–November and March–April are best. Most easy treks are also excellent in winter (December–February), when skies are clear and trails are quiet. See our [winter treks](/category/winter-treks-in-nepal). ## Book an easy trek with Himalayan Hiking All our treks include licensed guides, and porters are available. [Contact us](/contact-us) to choose the right first trek for you. ## Frequently asked questions ### What is the easiest trek in Nepal? Australian Camp, Ghandruk and Chisapani–Nagarkot are among the easiest. ### Can beginners trek to Everest? The Everest View trek is a good beginner option. ### Do I need training? Regular walking for a few weeks helps. ### Are easy treks suitable for children? Yes. ### Do I need a guide? Yes, licensed guides are included. Web page: https://himalayanhiking.com/category/easy-treks-for-beginners