Best Summer Short Treks in Nepal

Nepal is the best destination for any kinds of walking activities. Mainly, there are three types of walking activities. They are hiking, tramping, and trekking. Among these three activities, trekking is probably the most splendid and demanding. It requires at least a night at the trail. The presence of diverse natural and cultural attractions has made Nepal the number one destination for trekking. Therefore, thousands of people visit this beautiful nation every year to spend their holiday. Trekkers can find plethora of trekking trails to walk. It is possible to trek throughout the year in Nepal. However, spring and autumn are an ideal season to trek. In this blog, we will help you find the best summer short treks in Nepal.

Summer in Nepal is usually the months of May and June. July is also the summer month but it is mainly monsoon season. This is not an ideal time to do major trekking trips but there are few trekking trails which are possible even in summer or monsoon season. We get lots of inquiries about trekking trails to trek in off season in Nepal. So, sit back and relax. Go through our blog to know about best summer short treks in Nepal.

Here is the list of the top 7 best summer short treks in Nepal:

7 Days Langtang Trek

Langtang region of Nepal is nearby the Kathmandu Valley and it is one of the commercial trekking regions of Nepal. Therefore, trekking in this region is always captivating. Splendid memories of mountains, mythical valleys, and Tamang villages are the major highlights of Langtang. An ideal time to do the trek in Langtang is during the months of spring season. However, you can do an amazing 7 Days Langtang Trek during summer too. We don’t recommend you to do the trek during the monsoon season. It is because the trekking trail of Langtang is risky in terms of landslide and flood. There are many streams and rivers in this trekking route. Therefore, trekking in Monsoon is not feasible and safe.

If you have time of at least 7 days then don’t worry about logistics and views. It is safe and scenic to do 7 Days Langtang Trek in summer.

7 Days Annapurna Base Camp Trek

7 Day Annapurna Base Camp Trek is the most popular trekking trip to do in Nepal. In fact, the trekking trail is probably the most famous after the Everest Base Camp Trek. You can reach the base camp of the world’s 10^th tallest mountain Mt. Annapurna (8091 m) in just 7 days. Normally, the trekking itinerary of ABC Trek comprises of 12 to 14 days but it is possible to do in just a week’s time as well. Make sure that you are well built physically and you are trekking with the right trekking crew member.

7 Days Gosaikunda Lake trek

Gosaikunda Lake is at the Langtang region of Nepal. It is the sacred site to both Buddhists and Hindus. At 4380 m the lake is an ideal glacial lake. There are few lakes in Nepal which are scenic and also the pilgrimage sites. Gokyo Lake of Everest, Tilicho Lake of Annapurna, Phoksundo Lake of Dolpo, and Gosaikunda Lake of Langtang are the most famous lakes of Nepal. If you have fewer holidays then choose the 7 Days Gosaikunda Lake Trek. Dip in the holy lake water and get rinsed from all kinds of sin.

5 Days Mardi Himal Trek

Mardi Himal is the scenic short trekking destination of Nepal located in the heart of the Annapurna Region. If you are searching for the serene, tranquil, and scenic destination to trek in the summer months here in Nepal then choose the Mardi Himal Trek package. You can surely enjoy the majestic scenery of mountains and cascading hills hiding below the magnificent clouds. The trekking trail traverses through green lush forests and provides an amazing rural experience. Summer in Nepal is after the spring season and the early months of summer is still full of blooming rhododendron forest. Therefore, the 5 Days Mardi Himal Trek is one of the most significant best summer treks in Nepal.

Khoprak Danda Trek

The journey of Khoprak Danda Trek is also famously known as the Khopra Ridge Trek or Khopra Khair Lake Trek. It is one of the famous off the beaten trekking to do in Nepal. The trail is located in the outskirts of the Annapurna Base Camp Trek and it is seen from the Poon Hill or Ghorepani. In fact, you can choose to extend the Khoprak Danda Trek with the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek. Both of these trekking trails are gems of the Annapurna region of Nepal. Additionally, the hike of Khair Lake is included in this itinerary that offers trekkers the chance to see the magnificent scenery of Mt. Dhaulagiri up close. So, don’t miss out to witness the world’s 7^th tallest mountain from the most suitable vantage point of Khopra ridge.

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek

There are multiple options to do the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek. The trail is considered as the all age group trekking route. You can finish the visit in just 3 days as well. An ideal itinerary of Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is about 7 days that includes the visit of Ghandruk Village as well. If you are looking for mountain vistas, green lush forests, and authentic Gurung / Magar villages then look no further than the Poon Hill Trek.

Langtang Tamang Heritage Trail Trek

Tamang People are indigenous hill tribe people who have their own language, culture, and traditions. These people mainly reside in Nepal’s Nuwakot, Rasuwa, Kathmandu, Dhading, Makwanpur, and Lalitpur districts. For in depth understanding of these people in their own courtyard, you can do the Langtang Tamang Heritage Trail Trek. Interestingly, this trekking trip consists of the Langtang Valley Trek itinerary as well. Explore villages like Tatopani, Gatlang, Briddim, and Thuman. Relish the enchanting time inside centuries old monasteries and authentic rural environment.

These are the top 7 best summer short treks in Nepal. Besides these, you can also customize the treks in Nepal. Honorable mentions for short treks in Nepal are Chisapani Nagarkot Trek, Everest View Trek, Pikey Peak Trek, etc. Please subscribe our blogs and find out lots of things about traveling to Nepal.