Lama Hotel is a major stopping point along the Langtang Valley trekking route. Some confusion follows this village because the name implies it’s a single hotel, but the village of Lama Hotel is actually more than one building. It’s conveniently located between Syabrubesi and Langtang Village making it the perfect place to spend the first […]
Langtang Village, Nepal: Trekkers Guide
Langtang is a village inside Langtang National Park along the Langtang Valley trek. Completely destroyed by the earthquake in 2015 and then rebuilt, this village is a sign of resilience in the area. Those looking to do the Langtang Trek will likely spend one night in Langtang village. Here’s everything you need to know for […]
Kyanjin Gompa, Nepal: Village Guide for Trekkers
Kyanjin Gompa, Nepal is one of the cooler villages we’ve stayed in while trekking. Usually, the only thing to do is rest after a long day of walking, but in Kyanjin there are tons of great things to do and lots of side treks to choose from depending on the difficulty level you’d like. From […]
Khopra Danda Trekking Itinerary for 5-8 Days
The Khopra Danda Trek is one of the lesser known treks in the Annapurna Conservation Area. In fact, until a few months ago, I had never even heard of it. Many people do Khopra Danda as an extension of the famous Poon Hill Trek or as a pilgrimage to Khayer Lake. It’s believed that a […]
Khopra Danda Trek Cost & Budget Breakdown
The Khopra Danda Trek is growing in popularity each year, but it’s still one of the least traveled routes in the Annapurna Conservation Area. This is the cost of the trek for two people sharing a room with a seven day itinerary. We tried to stay on a budget, but we also weren’t too stingy. […]
Khopra Danda Trek Packing List
Packing for a trek can feel overwhelming. Especially if it’s in a country you’ve never been to before. I’ve done a lot of trekking in Nepal and have got my packing list down to the perfect weight while keeping everything I need in it. The Khopra Danda trek doesn’t go too high in altitude, but […]
Poon Hill Trek Itinerary – 3, 4, and 5 Days
The Poon Hill Trek is one of the most popular treks in Nepal due to its short time frame. A common misconception is that it’s an easy trek, however, the Poon Hill trek is surprisingly difficult. Poon Hill is a small hilltop located above the popular village of Ghorepani inside of the Annapurna Conservation Area. […]
Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking Cost & Budget
The Poon Hill Trekking route is a short trek that goes through the lower altitude regions of the Annapurna Conservation Area south of the Annapurna Range. It’s often misinterpreted as an easy trek because it’s only a few days long, however, this trek is difficult due to it being straight uphill. It is a cheaper […]
Poon Hill Packing List
Packing for a trek is always difficult the first time. As someone who has done multiple treks in Nepal at different altitudes, I feel like a pro when it comes to packing everything I need. Typically, I carry my own bag, so it’s important to me not to overpack because I know I’ll have to […]
Is Hiring a Trekking Guide in Nepal Necessary?
The first time I Googled the Everest Base Camp Trek, I was shocked when the price tags jumped up on my screen. They ranged from $1,500 to $2,000, and there weren’t any budget friendly options listed online. I knew booking in person with a local company would be cheaper, but even then, the prices were […]