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Nepal is a trekkers' paradise, offering a diverse range of trails from short and easy walks to challenging high-altitude expeditions. Here's a look at 10 popular treks, highlighting their key features:

1. Everest Base Camp Trek

• Difficulty: Moderate. Requires good physical fitness and determination.
• Duration: Approximately 12-15 days.
• Key Attractions: Iconic views of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Ama Dablam; experience Sherpa culture; visit Tengboche Monastery; explore Namche Bazaar.
• Best Time: Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-November) offer the most stable weather and clear views.

2. Annapurna Circuit Trek

• Difficulty: Moderately difficult to challenging, especially when crossing Thorong La Pass (5416m).
• Duration: 10-17 days, depending on starting and ending points and inclusion of side trips.
• Key Attractions: Diverse landscapes from subtropical forests to alpine deserts; stunning views of Annapurna Massif, Dhaulagiri, Manaslu; cultural insights into various ethnic groups; crossing the high Thorong La Pass.
• Best Time: Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-November).

3. Annapurna Base Camp Trek (ABC)

• Difficulty: Moderate. Manageable with good preparation.
• Duration: 5-9 days.
• Key Attractions: Close-up views of the Annapurna range, Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), and Hiunchuli; walking through rhododendron forests and traditional Gurung villages; natural hot springs at Jhinu Danda.
• Best Time: Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-November).

4. Poon Hill Trek

• Difficulty: Easy to Moderate. Suitable for beginners and those with limited time.
• Duration: 3-5 days.
• Key Attractions: Spectacular sunrise views over Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges from Poon Hill (3,210m); picturesque Gurung and Magar villages; rhododendron forests (especially vibrant in spring).
• Best Time: Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-November).

5. Mardi Himal Trek

• Difficulty: Moderate. Some steep ascents and rocky terrain.
• Duration: 4-5 days.
• Key Attractions: Less crowded trail; stunning close-up views of Mardi Himal, Machhapuchhre, and Annapurna South; unique landscape of Mardi Himal Base Camp.
• Best Time: Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-November).

6. Manaslu Circuit Trek

• Difficulty: Strenuous. Requires good physical fitness and resilience due to remoteness and challenging terrain.
• Duration: 12-15 days.
• Key Attractions: Circumnavigation of Mount Manaslu (8th highest peak); remote and less-traveled trail; rich Tibetan Buddhist culture; diverse landscapes; Larkya La Pass (5,160m).
• Best Time: Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-November).

7. Langtang Valley Trek

• Difficulty: Moderately difficult. Most people in good physical shape can complete it.
• Duration: 6-8 days.
• Key Attractions: Close proximity to Kathmandu; unique Tamang culture; panoramic views of Langtang Lirung; Kyanjin Gompa monastery and cheese factory.
• Best Time: Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-November).

8. Gokyo Lake Trek

• Difficulty: Moderate-Difficult. Involves high altitudes and steep sections.
• Duration: 10-14 days.
• Key Attractions: Pristine turquoise Gokyo Lakes; panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu from Gokyo Ri (5,483m); Ngozumpa Glacier.
• Best Time: Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-November).

9. Everest Three High Passes Trek

• Difficulty: Very Hard/Strenuous. This is one of the most challenging treks in Nepal.
• Duration: 14-17 days.
• Key Attractions: Crossing three challenging passes: Kongma La (5,535m), Cho La (5,420m), and Renjo La (5,360m); unparalleled panoramic views of multiple Himalayan giants; combining Everest Base Camp and Gokyo Lakes.
• Best Time: Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-November).

10. Upper Mustang Trek

• Difficulty: Moderate. Requires walking for long hours at high altitudes.
• Duration: 15-18 days.
• Key Attractions: Unique trans-Himalayan desert landscape; ancient monasteries and caves; strong Tibetan Buddhist culture; Lo Manthang, the walled capital of the former Kingdom of Mustang; restricted area requiring a special permit.
• Best Time: Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-November). Also, the monsoon season (June-August) can be a good option as Upper Mustang lies in a rain shadow.