The Himalayan country Nepal offers a wide variety in terms of trekking and has something for everyone. the Trek routes are easy to navigate and can be done within a short period of time. Trekking in Nepal for beginners is less difficult but equally exciting and fun. Every hiking destination offers a jaw-dropping view of snow-capped mountains, stunning forest trails, and sociable people.

Let’s help you with a snapshot overview of what’s likely the best treks in Nepal for beginners. At least, they are currently the most popular easy treks in Nepal, based on number of trekkers.

Every year Nepal attracts +200,000 trekkers. That also means that every year +200,000 people are faced with the hard choice of selecting which trekking destination to explore in Nepal. Let’s face it. You don’t need to be a hardcore climber to experience the county’s breathtaking heights.

Granted that as a beginner you won’t be summiting Nepal’s majestic mountains anytime soon, but there’s nothing to stop you from exploring trails that lie in the foothills of these seven and eight-thousanders. With a little determination, you too can follow in the footsteps of mountaineering greats.

Hopefully this easy treks in Nepal crash-course will assist you further with selecting your favorite trekking destination.

Panchase trek – 4 day

The Panchase Trek is an off the beaten path 4-day hike through the rural areas and lush green forest in the Annapurna region. It is a moderately difficult trek with the highest point at 2500m which means no prior acclimatization is needed. The Panchase trek offers beautiful scenery and an authentic experience of staying with locals. This hike is a great option to do as an acclimatization hike before doing more challenging treks in the region like the Annapurna Circuit or Annapurna Base Camp.

Panchase trek is a pretty short and easy camping trip which lies in the west of Pokhara. This is a wonderful trek in Nepal which starts and ends in the attractive ‘City of Lakes’ Pokhara. This trail is another great Himalayan trek for beginners, and only requires a few hours of walking each day which will leave you plenty of time to explore the Nepalese way of life in the local villages.

Panchase trek route overview

Distance – 44,5 km/27,6 mi
Time required – 4 days
Starting point – Pokhara, Lakeside.
Finishing point – Kande (the trek can be done either way)
Highest point – Panchase peak (2500m)
Total elevation gain (over 3 days) – 2762m
Total elevation loss (over 3 days) – 1834m
Accommodation – tea houses/home-stays
Food – momos, chapati, rice, dal

Panchase trek highlights

• Short and easy trek for beginner, family group etc.
• Crossing the Phewa lake by boat and exploring peace pagoda stupa along the way
• Hiking on Panchase hill and exploring stunning views of Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Fishtail, Lamjung Himal, Mardi Himal, Manaslu and many more unnamed peaks surroundings with beautiful sun rise
• Less crowded and newly opened trekking route
• Great opportunity of observing local lifestyle, unspoiled culture, homestay etc.

Panchase trek itinerary

Day 01: Take a boat to cross Phewa Lake then trek to Bhumdi
Day 02: Trek to Panchase Hill
Day 03: Trek to Australian camp
Day 04: Trek to Phedi and back to Pokhara.

Panchase trek cost

In Nepal Trekking for 4 days can cost $350+ pp. This includes a guide, meals and accommodation. This is also expensive considering the type of accommodation and effort involved. If you can wrangle this price for two people then it’s a little better.

The Royal Trek – 4 days

This trail gots its moniker after Prince Charles trekked along this route when he visited Nepal in the 1980s, it is also often used by Nepalese royalty. This trail snakes through the foothills of Annapurna just north of Pokhara valley and is easily accessible thanks to its proximity to the city. Despite being close to the city, it is still one those routes considered relatively off the beaten path, and perfect for trekkers that are looking to escape the crowds and craving a more local experience.

Although it’s short in length, the Royal Trek delivers big time on iconic mountain scenery. You’ll have a clear view of the Annapurna mountain range which includes Langtang Mountain and Machapuchhre. This trail is also perfect for beginners that don’t fancy camping; there are teahouses throughout the trail.

The Royal trek route overview

Distance – 50 km/33 mi
Time required – 4 days
Starting point – Pokhara, Lakeside.
Finishing point – Begnas Lake
Highest point – Syaklung (1730 m)
Total elevation gain (over 4 days) – 1730m
Total elevation loss (over 4 days) – 1370m
Accommodation – tea houses/home-stays
Food – momos, chapati, rice, dal

The Royal trek highlights

• Prince Charles has done this Trek.
• Complete Spectacular Annapurna (8,091m) and Machhapuchhre (Fish Tail) 6,993m.
• Rhododendron forests (Nepal national flower)
• Highest ccess of trek Chisapani 1,520m.
• Aryan, Gurung and Magar Culture.
• Beautiful Gurung Community village.

The Royal trek itinerary

Day 1: Pokhara to Kalikasthan 30 Min Drive 5
Day 2: Trek from Kalikasthan to Syaklung (1,760m) 5 Hrs
Day 3: Trek Syaklung to Chisapani (1,550m) 5 to 6 hrs.
Day 4: Trek to Begnas Lake and return to Pokhara

Royal trek cost

In Nepal Trekking for 4 days can cost $385+ pp. This includes a guide, meals and accommodation. This is also expensive considering the type of accommodation and effort involved. If you can wrangle this price for two people then it’s a little better.

Annapurna Community Eco-Lodge Trek – 5 days

A lot of novice trekkers make the mistake of choosing the popular three to five-day Poon Hill trek, and while it is one of the gentler climbs in the region, there are hundreds of steps to tackle on the first day which can prove to be quite challenging and leave your legs beyond sore for the rest of your trip. A better choice for those without calves of steel is the nearby Annapurna Community Eco-Lodge Trek. You’ll still get incredible views, but you can ditch the crowds and the steps. Some of the peaks you’ll see include Machhapuchchhre, Annapurna, and Dhaulagiri. People on the trail usually rest up in homestays or lodges.

What do you need for trekking in Nepal?

Nepal is tailor-made for hikers and trekkers, and as such the infrastructure is pretty fantastic, so all you need to do is fly in with your gear, arrange a permit and start walking.

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