Nepal is the heart of the mountain.
Nepal is a mountainous country. It is very beautiful, very peaceful, and has so many trekking places. All people who love mountains and hiking come to Nepal. Why? Because Nepal has a big Himalaya, a very old culture, kind people, and different treks. Some trek easy, some trek hard. Some long, some short. But all give beautiful views, big smiles, and memories for life. In this guide, we tell about four treks—Everest Base Camp with two passes, Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek, Khopra Ridge Trek, and Short Pikey Peak Trek. All very different but all amazing.
Everest Base Camp with Two Pass Trek in Nepal
The Everest Base Camp with Two Pass Trek in Nepal is very adventurous. Not a normal EBC trek. It goes to Everest Base Camp but also goes to two big high passes. One is Renjo La Pass, and the second is Cho La Pass. These passes are very high, near 5300 m, and are very challenging. But the view is wow. The sky is blue, mountains are all around, and it feels like a dream.
Route
The trek starts from Lukla. You take a small plane from Kathmandu. After landing, you walk to Phakding, then Namche Bazaar. Namche is a big mountain town, with shops and a bakery. After that, you go to Thame for Renjo La Pass. After climbing Renjo La, you come down to Gokyo. Gokyo has a blue lake, which is very peaceful. From Gokyo, climb Gokyo Ri for a view. Then go to the next pass—Cho La Pass. After passing, you go to Lobuche, then Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar. Then back the same way to Lukla.
Highlights
- Two high passes: Renjo La and Cho La
- Gokyo Lakes—so blue, so quiet
- Everest Base Camp—a dream for many trekkers
- Kala Patthar—the best place to see sunrise on Everest
- Sherpa village, Buddhist culture, and old monastery
How long and when to go
This trek takes 18 to 20 days. The best seasons are autumn (September to November) and spring (March to May). In winter it is very cold; in summer rain comes.
Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek
The Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is short and easy. But the view is not small. You see the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountains. Very good for a first-time trekker or family. Also not high altitude. So no problem with mountain sickness.
Route
The trek starts from Nayapul, near Pokhara. First walk to Tikhedhunga, then climb many stairs to Ulleri. The next day I reached Ghorepani. Ghorepani is a nice village with rhododendron forests. The next morning, climb Poon Hill early for sunrise. From Poon Hill you see a full mountain range, orange light coming on snow peaks—very beautiful.
After that, go to Tadapani and Ghandruk, a big Gurung village. Then come back to Nayapul.
Highlights
- Poon Hill—sunrise like gold
- Short trek but full of view
- Gurung village and friendly people
- Rhododendron forest, green and fresh
- Easy trail, good for all age
How long and when to go
The trek takes 4 to 6 days. The best seasons are March to May (flower season) and October to December (clear sky).
Khopra Ridge Trek
The Khopra Ridge Trek is quiet; not many people go. But this is the secret gem of Annapurna. You walk in a deep forest, stay in a nice community lodge, and see Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South, Nilgiri, and more. The trail is peaceful, full of nature.
Route
The trek starts from Nayapul or Ghandruk. You go through Tadapani, then to Bayeli Kharka. From there, you walk to Khopra Danda—this is the top of a ridge. From here, the mountain is very close. You also can go to Khayer Lake, a holy lake on a high mountain.
After Khopra, you walk down to Swanta, then Ghorepani or back to Tatopani.
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Highlights
- Khopra Ridge—big view, quiet place
- Khayer Lake—spiritual, peaceful, holy
- Community lodge—local people manage
- Forest, waterfall, and yak pasture
- Less crowded, very clean trail
How long and when to go
The trek takes 7 to 10 days. The best seasons are spring and autumn. In spring, the forest is full of flowers.
Short Pikey Peak Trek
The Short Pikey Peak Trek is short but full of surprises. You see Everest without going high. Also see Numbur Himal, Lhotse, and many more. Sir Edmund Hillary says Pikey Peak is the best view of Everest. Trails go through Sherpa land, old monasteries, and green hills.
Route
The trek starts from Dhap, after driving from Kathmandu. From Dhap, go to Jhapre, then climb to Pikey Base Camp. The next morning, I woke up early and climbed Pikey Peak for sunrise. From the top, a full 360 view—Everest, Makalu, and Kanchenjunga if clear.
After that, walk down to Junbesi. Visit the old Thupten Chholing Monastery. Then end the trek at Phaplu.
Highlights
- Everest view without crowd
- Short trek, 5 to 6 days only
- Sherpa culture and monastery
- Rhododendron and pine forest
- Sunrise from Pikey Peak—golden mountain
How long and when to go
The trek takes 5 to 6 days. The best time is from March to May and October to December.
Why are these treks a good mix?
All four treks give a different feeling. One is a high and full adventure (Everest Two Pass). One is short and sweet (Ghorepani). One is quiet and local (Khopra). One is short with an Everest view (Pikey Peak). So if you want to explore Nepal, try a mix of this.
- Everest trek for high dream and challenge
- Poon Hill for easy and classic
- Khopra for offbeat and ridge walk
- Pikey for fast Everest view and culture
No matter which trek, you feel nature, peace, and Himalaya magic.
Food and stay
On all treks, you stay in the tea house. Simple but warm. The room has a bed and a blanket. Toilets are sometimes inside, sometimes outside. Food is dal bhat (rice, lentil, and veg), noodles, momo, and soup. In the Everest trek, there are more bakeries and coffee shops.
In the Khopra trek, the lodge is community-type—local people run it, and money goes to the village. In Pikey Peak also, some places are homestay style. All over the place, you get hot tea, a smile, and a warm fire in the dining hall.
Health and safety
Trek in Nepal is safe, but go with a guide better. Drink clean water—use a filter or buy a bottle. Walk slowly, especially in high places. If you feel a headache, rest or go down. Always respect local rules. In high passes, weather can change fast—wind, snow, and fog. So prepare gear—warm clothes, a rain jacket, boots, sunglasses, and a sleeping bag.
In short treks like Poon Hill and Pikey, there is no problem with altitude. But I still walk slowly and enjoy the view.
What to pack
- Good trekking boot
- Down jacket
- Rain cover or poncho
- Hat and sunglasses
- Water bottle and filter
- Headlamp and power bank
- Sleeping bag for cold place
- Chocolate or snack
In Pikey and Khopra, night is cold even if the day is sunny. On the Everest trek, it was very cold at the pass.
Culture and people
On the Everest trek, you meet Sherpa—brave mountain people. They have Buddhist faith and many old monasteries. In Khopra and Poon Hill, Gurung and Magar people are strong and smiley and dance after harvest. In the Pikey trek, there are also Sherpa and Tamang mixes.
Say “Namaste” to locals, and always take off shoes when entering a home or temple. Buy tea or food in the village, and help the local economy. No need to give candy to kids—better to give books or pens to the school.
Budget idea
- Everest Two Pass Trek: USD 1200 to 1800 with guide, permit, flight
- Ghorepani Poon Hill: USD 300 to 500
- Khopra Ridge: USD 400 to 600
- Pikey Peak Trek: USD 350 to 500
Price changes if you go solo or in a group. Porter and guide are not necessary, but they help locally and make the trek easy.
Final Words
Nepal is a treasure for trekking. You don’t need to be a pro trekker. You just need a heart to walk and open eyes to see beauty. In this article, we share four treks—all special. Everest Base Camp with Two Pass is for adventurers. Ghorepani Poon Hill is for beginners and view lovers. Khopra Ridge is for quiet walkers. Pikey Peak is for a fast Everest view. You choose any, or mix 2-3—Nepal always welcomes you.
