High-Altitude Trekking
Your Altitude. Your Destination. Your Himalayan Adventure.
- Duration
- Varies by destination, typically 10-25 days
- Difficulty
- Challenging
- Location
- Everest, Annapurna & Manaslu regions
- Pricing
- Custom quote
At a glance
Overview
This is the trekking that put Nepal on the map — Everest Base Camp and the Three Passes, the full Annapurna Circuit, Manaslu Circuit, Langtang Valley, Upper Mustang, Dolpo, Kanchenjunga, Makalu Base Camp and more, each crossing high alpine terrain above 4,000-5,000m through some of the most dramatic mountain scenery on earth. Unlike a single "signature" trek, this is a choose-your-own-destination category — pick the region, the duration and the difficulty that fits your fitness and time, and we'll build the acclimatization schedule, permits, guides and logistics around it. Every itinerary is paced for safe altitude gain, not just distance covered, because the mountains reward patience far more than speed.
Available destinations
Know before you choose
Why this adventure stands out
The defining experiences and details that make High-Altitude Trekking distinctive.
Choose your route: Everest Base Camp, Annapurna Circuit, Manaslu Circuit, Langtang, Upper Mustang, Dolpo, Kanchenjunga, Makalu Base Camp and more
Itineraries paced around proper acclimatization, not just daily distance
Experienced local guides who know each trail's conditions and culture in depth
Teahouse or camping accommodation depending on the route's remoteness
All permits (TIMS, national park, restricted-area) handled for you
Before you go
Essential trip information
Best season
- +Pre-monsoon (March-May) and post-monsoon (late September-November) for the clearest mountain views.
Group size
- +Private treks for any size group, or join a small scheduled departure
What to bring / know
- +A solid base of hiking fitness — multi-day treks above 4,000m demand sustained effort
- +Layered clothing for temperatures ranging from warm valleys to sub-zero passes
- +Comprehensive travel insurance covering high-altitude trekking and evacuation
- +A flexible mindset — weather and altitude sometimes require itinerary adjustments
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Which high-altitude trek should I choose as a first-timer?
Everest Base Camp and the Annapurna Circuit are the two most established routes, with well-developed teahouse infrastructure and clear trails, making them the most approachable for first-time high-altitude trekkers.
How much trekking experience do I need for routes like Dolpo or Kanchenjunga?
Remote routes like Dolpo, Kanchenjunga and Makalu Base Camp involve longer approaches, more basic infrastructure and greater altitude exposure — prior high-altitude trekking experience is recommended before attempting them.
How do you manage altitude sickness risk on these treks?
Every itinerary is built with rest and acclimatization days at key altitudes, and our guides are trained to recognize and respond to early signs of altitude sickness throughout the trek.
