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Lower Mustang Loop Trek

Overview of the Lower Mustang Loop Trek

The Lower Mustang Loop Trek is a captivating route in Nepal. It explores the ancient, culturally rich Mustang region in the northern Annapurna area. This trek offers a blend of stunning landscapes, traditional Tibetan-influenced culture, and remote villages with a rich history. Trekking through this region lets you experience the unique combination of nature, history, and culture that has made Mustang a must-visit destination for adventurers.

The trek passes through the world’s deepest gorge, Kali Gandaki. Along the way, you’ll enjoy breathtaking views of mountains like Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Hiuchuli, Nilgiri, Machhapuchhre, and Tukuche. These stunning peaks stand tall against a dry, arid backdrop.

The journey also lets you explore the southern edges of the Tibetan plateau. This area is characterized by rugged terrain and dramatic landscapes. The trek takes you through lively villages that maintain a strong Tibetan culture. Here, you will find monasteries, fortresses, and ancient trading routes. You’ll also visit sacred sites like Muktinath, one of Nepal’s holiest Hindu pilgrimage destinations.

Trekkers can enjoy magical sunrise and sunset views. These moments illuminate the towering peaks, creating unforgettable memories. The trek is moderate in difficulty, making it suitable for trekkers of average fitness. It doesn’t reach high altitudes, which makes it a more accessible adventure. Yet, it still offers epic landscapes and rich cultural experiences.

In addition to the physical journey, the Lower Mustang Loop Trek offers insight into the history and culture of the Mustang region. You will learn about its role in ancient Tibetan trade routes. The trek is perfect for those seeking a less strenuous adventure that is still rewarding and memorable.

For those with limited time or those seeking to explore a more remote area of Nepal, this trek offers the perfect balance of adventure, culture, and natural beauty. For more information, please email us at info@nepalsanctuarytreks.com.

Chitwan Jungle Safari

Embark on an exhilarating jungle safari in Chitwan National Park, where you can explore its lush forests, grasslands, and rivers. Chitwan National Park, located in the Terai region, earns its UNESCO World Heritage Site status for its diverse wildlife and abundant biodiversity.

When you book a Chitwan jungle safari with Nepal Sanctuary Treks, you’ll enjoy a well-organized itinerary featuring wildlife spotting, bird watching, nature walks, canoe rides, and cultural experiences. Experienced naturalists will accompany you, sharing their knowledge about the park’s flora, fauna, and indigenous Tharu culture.

One of the highlights of the safari is the chance to spot endangered species like one-horned rhinoceros, Bengal tigers, and Asian elephants. You may also come across other wildlife such as deer, wild boars, crocodiles, and a variety of birds, including the elusive Bengal florican and endangered great hornbill.

During the safari, you’ll explore different areas of Chitwan National Park, including dense forests, grasslands, and rivers. Jeep safaris will take you deep into the park for wildlife searches, while serene canoe rides along the Rapti or Narayani River allow you to observe crocodiles, birds, and aquatic life.

Besides wildlife adventures, Chitwan jungle safaris offer cultural experiences, including visits to local Tharu villages where you can learn about their unique way of life.

Nepal Sanctuary Treks prioritizes sustainable and responsible tourism practices, ensuring that the safari operates in an environmentally friendly manner that respects the natural habitat and wildlife of Chitwan National Park. We prioritize your safety and comfort, ensuring that you receive comfortable accommodations and high-quality services.

Explore splendid nature and rich culture: Kathmandu-Chitwan-Pokhara

Get ready for biking trip Hilly, Mountain, and Terai to explore splendid nature and rich culture.

Kathmandu, Chitwan, and Pokhara biking trip are the most exciting and exotic and features the natural, cultural, historical, and religious places of interest. This trip takes you exhilarating uphill and downhill passing through lush forests, magnificent Himalayan ranges, legendary temples, monasteries, and traditional villages in serene and lush surroundings. The trip takes you to Bhaktapur, Dakshinkali, Dama, Hetauda, Chitwan. Tansen, Jomsom, Marpha, Tatopani, Pokhara, and Kathmandu valley.

Kathmandu-Pokhara-Mardi Himal-Pokhara-Kathmandu

The Mardi Himal and Machhapuchhare Trek is a unique and interesting trek. Offering an opportunity to explore traditional villages, incredible scenery, and diverse cultures. The trek will lead you through astounding views of snow-capped mountains, gushing rivers, and resplendent valleys. The emphasis of the trek is on the forest and wilderness zone of these mountains. This trek takes you through some of the most unexplored regions of the Himalayas. A few villages that will be visited during the last days of the trek are known for their well-preserved traditions as they do not lie on the over-exposed tourist trail.

Kathmandu-Ama Dablam Base Camp-Kathmandu

The Kathmandu-Ama Dablam Base Camp-Kathmandu trip kicks off with an exciting flight on a Twin Otter to the airstrip in the Himalayas at Lukla. Then, we follow the footsteps of famous Everest climbers along the trail to Namche Bazaar. We are now in a Buddhist Sherpa country. Here you come across colorful prayer fags, carved main walls, and ornate monasteries along the way. The trek takes you to some of the prettiest Sherpa villages and on to Namche Bazaar. Namche Bazaar is the colorful, vibrant heart of Sherpa country. One of the highlights of the trek is a visit to the famous Tengboche Monastery in the Khumbu region. This monastery was partially destroyed by fire in the 1980s and rebuilt soon after. The trail takes you through beautiful Nepalese villages with scintillating views of the Khumbu and Everest regions. A moderate trek designed for the first-time trekker, it follows a section of the classic Everest Base Camp trail. The mountain views are stunning as famous peaks like Everest, Ama Dablam and Thamserku appear to be within touching distance. Reaching Ama Dablam Base Camp, we will get an opportunity to enjoy the spectacular view of the mountains.

Lumbini Circuit

Lumbini is a pilgrimage site for devotees all around the world. If you are looking forward to a spiritual place to visit, Lumbini will be the best option. This spiritual site provides an opportunity to witness the Birthplace of Gautam Buddha and the different stages of his life. The Lumbini encompasses many temples and monasteries. There are more than 25 international monasteries built by Buddhist countries from all around the world. Lumbini is famous worldwide for these monasteries as well as Mayadevi Temple, the Ashoka pillar, the ancient bathing pond, and the Bodhi tree. UNESCO listed Lumbini as a World Heritage Site due to the historical, cultural, and religious importance it carries.

Lumbini is not only the birthplace of the Buddha and a place to embrace peace, contemplative values, and spirituality, but also the shelter to the sacred Sarus Crane. Lumbini entices naturalists, ornithologists, botanists, and zoologists with its rich natural biodiversity.

If you are looking forward to a spiritual and natural place to visit, Lumbini will be the ideal option. Nepal Sanctuary Treks arrange and prepare tailor-made Lumbini Circuit Tour as per your requirement.

Taplejung to Tumlingtar Trek (GHT)

Taplejung to Tumlingtar Trek is one of the most popular trekking destinations in eastern Nepal. The region was opened for trekkers in 1998 and yet many parts of the region are left to be discovered. The trek offers trekking through unexplored trails, alpine country, and traditional Nepali villages. The trek leads through a pleasant lowland country. And the trails are yet unexplored by tourists; this makes the trek more exciting and challenging.

Tumlingtar to Jiri trek (GHT)

Tumlingtar to Jiri trek is a beautiful trek that passes along several passes offering tremendous views of the Himalayan range and green valleys. The trek passes through Sagarmatha and Makalu-Barun National Parks. It is one of the best and most famous trekking routes. We trek through traditional villages of people living who follow Sherpa and Rai. The trail takes you through beautiful rhododendron forests. The route was founded by locals in the past as a trading route. And sooner the trading route became a trekking route.

Jiri to Barabise Trek (GHT)

Jiri to Barabise Trek is an amazing trek of the Great Himalayan Trek section. You will be trekking through an isolated trail; we leave the tourist trail behind. We will trek through lush forests that are habitats to lots of species; this will make the trek interesting for trekkers who love bird watching. Along the trail we come across many villages with people following Buddhist and Hindu cultures, these villages get very few tourists visiting them as the trail is a non-touristic route. At the same time, the trek offers a mesmerizing view of the Himalayas and especially of Mt Gaurishankar. However, Jiri to Barabise Trek is an amazing trek for those who wish to trek through less touristic areas.

Note: Below trekking hours, altitudes and distances are approximate, and absolutely for general ideas only.

Betrawati to Besisahar Trek (GHT)

Betrawati to Besisahar Trek is a beautiful trek where you trek through traditional Hindu villages and beautiful countryside and forests. The trek offers great views of Ganesh Himal and the Manaslu Range. Along the trek, you will visit the Gorkha Palace, the palace of the great king who unified Nepal, Prithivi Narayan Shah. This is a beautiful short trek from the Great Himalayan Trail lower route’s section.

Dzongri Trek (Sikkim)

Dzongri Trek Sikkim is the most popular short trek that follows Dzongri Ridge in the Kanchenjunga National Park. Trek through virgin rhododendron forests and experience the native culture and villages of Sikkim. Climb Dzongri Top at sunrise to enjoy spectacular close-up views of Mt. Kanchanjunga, Kabru, Pandim, and many other snow-capped peaks.

Trip Code NSTR264

Western Bhutan With Sikkim

Western Bhutan With Sikkim Sightseeing tours to the ruined Drugyel Dzong, Bhutunese farmhouses and Paro Bazaar, the museum in the Ta Dzong and a walk down to Paro’s Rimpung Dzong.

Trip Code NSTR253

Besisahar to Beni Trek (GHT)

Besisahar to Beni Trek in Nepal is an amazing trek where it offers beautiful views of the Manaslu and Annapurna Range. Not only this, but you will also get to see views of Dhaulagiri Range and spectacular Mountain views all along the trail. Although the Annapurna region is a very touristic area, most of the Lower GHT doesn’t have many tourists. As you trek, the trail passes through traditional Gurung villages and through beautiful forests.

Barabise to Betrawati Trek (GHT)

This Barabise to Betrawati Trek is beautiful and especially for trekkers who want to experience traditional Nepali culture. This section is the closest to Kathmandu, although being closest to Kathmandu the people of the villages follow their traditional cultures and wear traditional dresses too. The people of these villages offer an interesting mix of Buddhist and Hindu cultures; there are Tamang, Sherpa, Newar and Chettri villages throughout the village. You will be trekking through the countryside and through forests in some parts of the trail. You will be offered amazing views of Langtang range and Dorje Lakpa.

Nepal Homestay Experience

Experience the Nepal Homestay. Witness the wind catch prayer flags amid mountainous backdrops. Hike through beautiful landscapes and explore ancient towns deep in the Kathmandu Valley. Travelers get to experience the affection of being treated as a family member throughout the homestay and immerse themselves in the local culture. Further, get an exciting, adrenaline-pumping rafting adventure in the Bhote Koshi River.

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