Nepal offers three iconic trekking routes that showcase the country's stunning landscapes and rich cultural heritage: Everest Base Camp, Manaslu Circuit, and Annapurna Circuit treks.

Everest Base Camp Trek (EBC)

• Starts with flight from Kathmandu to Lukla
• Passes through Sherpa villages and Buddhist monasteries
• Reaches 5,364m at Base Camp
• Offers views of Mount Everest (8,848m) and surrounding peaks
• Features rich Sherpa culture and traditions

Manaslu Circuit Trek

• Less crowded, more remote experience
• Circles Mount Manaslu (8,163m)
• Crosses Larkya La Pass (5,160m)
• Features Tsum Valley's ancient monasteries
• Blends Tibetan and Nepalese cultures

Annapurna Circuit Trek

• Circles Annapurna Massif
• Crosses Thorong La Pass (5,416m)
• Diverse landscapes from subtropical forests to high-altitude desert
• Rich cultural encounters with Gurung, Magar, and Thakali people
• Well-developed teahouse infrastructure

Choose based on your preferences:

• EBC: Classic Everest experience and Sherpa culture
• Manaslu: Solitude and authentic mountain experience
• Annapurna: Diverse landscapes and cultural immersion

Each trek offers unique perspectives of Nepal's natural beauty and cultural heritage, requiring proper acclimatization and physical preparation.

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