Nepal is the perfect destination for people who want to travel and who are interested in trekking that is full of adventure and excitement. The best hiking routes in Nepal are numerous and are surrounded by snow-capped mountains, lush green forests, and changing topography. Treks like Everest Base Camp Trek, Annapurna Base Camp Trek are among the most beloved trekking routes. However, one can always take the alternative of not choosing these mostly frequented trekking destination. Nepal has a abundance of off-beaten treks and destinations which the trekking enthusiasts can choose to go on their next trip. Here are the few off-beaten treks in Nepal.

Bhimtang Trek

lake in Bhimtang

Bimthang Trek is just two days’ length of walking from Dharapani, the starting point of the Thorong La La Pass excursion, and is located along the Manaslu Trekking Route beyond the Larkya La Pass from the Gorkha side. The Bhimtang Trek is intended for trekkers who want to quickly experience the stunning Himalayan landscape, including Mt. Manaslu (8,163m), magnificent glaciers, serene lakes, and distinctive culture. 

Badimalika Trek

Badimalika ytrot
Badimalika

Now, in the western part of Nepal, the Badimalika Trek is named for the well-known Badimalika Temple, one of the most revered sites for the local people, which is situated atop a hill (4,200 meters) in the Bajura district. You’ll have one of the best trekking experiences in Nepal with Badimalika Trek. The destination of this trek is unrivaled in splendor with its heaven-like grasslands and bed of flowers, and it offers panoramic views of the lovely and breathtaking Mt. Api Himal and Mt. Saipal ranges.

Api Base Camp Trek

Api Base Camp with Api Himal in the background

Api Himal Base Camp Trek is a hidden trail in the Far-western region of Nepal. The highest peak in the Far-western region is Api Mountain (7132 m). If you want to trek in a remote area of Nepal where there are few or no tourists, the Api Base Camp Trek will be your best option.

Saipal Base Camp Trek

Additionally, Saipal Base Camp Trek is a very gratifying and lovely but one of the most off-beaten treks in Nepal to the base camp of magnificent Mt. Saipal 7035m, western Nepal’s second-highest mountain. Northwestern Nepal’s Bajhang district is home to the mountain Saipal (7031 m). Three sizable mountains with the names Api, Nampa, and Saipal are located in the northwest of Nepal. From a long, steep, snowy summit, they combine to form a small range of chilly, sharp peaks.

Dhaulagiri Base Camp Trek

Dhaulagiri Base Camp Trek is one of the challenging and thrilling trekking routes in Nepal that leads to the base camp of the seventh-tallest peak in the world, Dhaulagiri (8167 meters). People barely attempt the Dhaulagiri base camp trip.   The route includes difficult hills and a number of tall, icy climbs, including French Pass (5360 m). You will pass through numerous farms, lush forests, and communities as you go to Dhaulagiri Base Camp.

Lamjung Peak Base Camp Trek

Lamjung Himal base Camp

Another off-beaten treks in Nepal is the very less travelled Lamjung Himal base camp trek. Lamjung Himal base camp trek is a remote trek in the Himalayas with a maximum elevation of 4500m. A magnificent off-the-beaten-path trekking route, the Lamjung Himal Base Camp trek is located south of the Manaslu range and north of the Gorkha district. Offering breathtaking vistas of Nepal’s north-central Himalayas, the beautiful Lamjung trek is one of the best trekking destination in Nepal. 

Dhorpatan Trek

Dhorpatan Grassland

Also in Dhaulagiri lies Dhorpatan. Dhorpatan Trek is an easy, off-the-beaten trek to the Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve. The Dhorptan Hunting Reserve is the only hunting area in Nepal. Controlled hunting is permitted within the wildlife reserve, which is a favourite spot for avid hunters. Spread over an area of 1325 square kilometers, Dhorpatan Hunting reserves touches parts in the districts of Rukkum, Baglung, and Myagdi. This is one of the most beautiful but one of the most off-beaten treks in Nepal.

Churen Base Camp Trek

Churen Himal Base Camp

Similarly, Churen Himal is located in western Nepal, north of Dhorpatan and west of Dhaulagiri. Churen liews in the border of Myagdi & Dolpo district. The Churen Himal, which is part of the Dhaulagiri Range, is home to three significant peaks: the Churen Himal Central (7385m), which is regarded as the main peak; the Churen Himal East (7371m); and the Churen Himal West (7371m). Few trekkers have ventured on the off-the-beaten-path trek to Churen Himal Base Camp.

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