Off The Beaten Region

Nepal has long flaunted its natural landmarks to the world including its majestic Himalayas, deep gorges, gushing rivers, and surreal scenic landscapes. Trekking in Nepal allows you to enjoy these wonders of this Himalayan nation. Moreover, the off-beat trekking regions grant you access to pristine natural beauty. These trekking regions are known to offer authentic travel experience along the trekking trails which are less popular and see a fewer number of tourists. As such, the diverse culture along with the natural heritages in the offbeat treks attract travelers who seek challenges while trekking.

There are several famous trekking trails in Nepal which see a huge influx of tourists and travelers every year. Although there are plenty of popular destinations in Nepal, there are some hidden gems that do not get enough limelight. The offbeat regions do not have any definite paths and are less traveled. While the popular trekking regions have good trekking and tourism infrastructures, offbeat trails lag in these aspects. However, this lack of ample infrastructures allows travelers to have authentic travel experience. Likewise, some of the offbeat trekking regions even offer camping opportunities. Similarly, the teahouses and local lodges also offer only the basic facilities of dining and lodging. Similarly, offbeat treks follow obscure and difficult trekking trails. Thus, the trekkers have to be in a great physical condition to complete these treks.

Lower Dolpo Trek is a cinematic experience to say in the very least. The caravans roam around rocky terrains as yaks march upwards and downwards for their daily feeding time. The salt trade route is also a historic route that lies en route. Rather contrasting to the Lower Dolpo Trek, the Makalu Trek allows you to enjoy the views of the Himalayas like  Makalu (8485 m), Mt. Everest (8848 m), Lhotse (8516 m), Chamlang (7312 m), and Baruntse (7219 m) among others. Tsum Valley Trek is a divine cultural experience of the Tibetan-Buddhist heritage. It was a restricted area until 2008 but now is attached to the Manaslu region trek. To easternmost part of Nepal, the Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek and Lumba Sumba Trek grant surreal trekking experience. Likewise, Arun Valley Trek, Rowaling Trek, Ruby Valley Trek, Nar Phu Valley Trek, Rara Lake Trek, Upper Dolpo Trek, Lower Dolpo Trek, Tsum Valley Trek, Limi Valley Trek, Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek, and Api Saipal Trek are some other offbeat treks in Nepal.

Off beaten trails are fun and more than what you expect. It gives a window of opportunity to find something which cannot be found while trekking in the famous trekking trails. Since offbeat treks allow you to travel and explore the lesser popular regions in Nepal, you can even relish the authentic local culture and traditional practices.

(Kanchenjungha, Makalu, Dolpo, Dhaulagiri, Ganesh Himal)