The GHT Low Route, also known as the cultural route, winds through Nepal’s mid-hills (1,500-2,500 meters), passing by small villages inhabited by diverse ethnic groups, with the backdrop of the snowcapped Himalayas.

Trekking along the GHT low route takes you through lush forests, scenic pastures, and vibrant rice terraces, immersed in Nepali culture. Engage with local communities to experience the rich tapestry of Nepal’s diverse cultures and witness the daily life in typical Nepali villages.

Available Low Route

Tharpu to Ilam Trek (GHT)

Tharpu to Ilam Trek (GHT)

maximum-altitudep Altitude: 3582 m
Moderate & Inspiring Difficulty: Moderate & Inspiring
Taplejung to Tumlingtar Trek (GHT)

Taplejung to Tumlingtar Trek (GHT)

maximum-altitudep Altitude: 2,800m/6,604ft
Moderate Difficulty: Moderate
Tumlingtar to Jiri trek (GHT)

Tumlingtar to Jiri trek (GHT)

maximum-altitudep Altitude: 3,532m/11,587ft.
Moderate Difficulty: Moderate
Jiri to Barabise Trek (GHT)

Jiri to Barabise Trek (GHT)

maximum-altitudep Altitude: 3,310m/10,859ft
Moderate Difficulty: Moderate
Betrawati to Besisahar Trek (GHT)

Betrawati to Besisahar Trek (GHT)

maximum-altitudep Altitude: 1,591m/5,219ft
Moderate Difficulty: Moderate
Besisahar to Beni Trek (GHT)

Besisahar to Beni Trek (GHT)

maximum-altitudep Altitude: 3,193m/10,475ft
Moderate Difficulty: Moderate
Beni to Dunai Trek (GHT)

Beni to Dunai Trek (GHT)

maximum-altitudep Altitude: 4,519m/14,826ft
Barabise to Betrawati Trek (GHT)

Barabise to Betrawati Trek (GHT)

maximum-altitudep Altitude: 2,435m/7,988ft
Moderate Difficulty: Moderate
Rara Lake Trek (GHT)

Rara Lake Trek (GHT)

maximum-altitudep Altitude: Upto 3,500 m
Moderate Difficulty: Moderate

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