Eastern Himalayas of Nepal

Kanchenjunga (8586 m) third highest in the world and second highest mountain of Nepal and Makalu (8.463 m) lies in the eastern part of Nepal. On the lap those Himalayan range different ethnic groups inhabited. More development efforts take place in the hills. Generally the eastern parts receive more rainfalls and hence increase agricultural productivity. The rhododendron forests and the spectacular mountain scenarios form the main attraction. Since tourists least visit the area then other popular trekking trails, a traveler must be self-sufficient or be able to live in a modified Nepalese style teahouses as lodges and inns are only very primitive available in lower area no lodge and teahouse are in high elevation. High mountain regions are pretty uninhabited; those venturing there must remain entirely self-sufficient.

Arun Valley-10 days

Starting from Nepal's lowland in east Nepal, the trek heads op toward Mt. Everest with lots of breathtaking Himalayan views of Eastern Himalayan ranges including Kanchenjungha & Makalu. Walking through the beautiful forest of mostly rhododendrons and mixed cultural villages are the fantastic part of the trek.

Starting from: Tumlingtar after a flight from Kathmandu 
Ending at: Lukla - either walk back to Jiri or walk for Everest Base Camp or fly to Kathmandu 
Grade: Moderate.
Highest access of the trek: Lukla
Culture: Mixed and exciting
Mode of trekking tour: Camping only
Himalayan sights: Kanchenjunga, Makalu and Barunje Himal, Gauri Shankar etc. 
Most Attraction of the trek: Exciting off touristy area trekking

Makalu Base Camp-30 days

This is a nice trekking route for a trekker who wishes to trek in long days Himalayan Adventure. The Makalu-world's 3rd highest Himalayan peak is formed in the east of Nepal. Trekkers will enjoy the exploration of people along the route as well as the natural challenges in this trek.

Starting from: Hile 
Ending at: Hile
Grade: Strenuous. 
Highest access of the trek: Hillary Base Camp (5000m.)
Culture: Mixed, the majority of Sherpas, Tamangs & Rais.
Mode of trekking tour: Camping trek only 
Himalayan sights: Makalu, Kanchenjungha, Mt. Everest, Lhotse etc. 
Most Attraction of the trek:

Most challenging special trek in remote eastern Nepal and Himalayan view. Seeing Himalayas and nature is the great Offer of the trek.


Kanchenjunga Base Camp-31 days

An adventurous mountain trek in eastern Nepal in the area of the world's 3rd highest Himalayan peak Kanchenjungha is almost an expedition type of tour. The remoteness of Nepal, high altitude and High Mountain passes, culture and the pristine nature is the most attraction of this trek.

Starting from: Hile a long bus drive from Kathmandu 
Ending at: Basantapur and drive a bus back to Kathmandu 
Grade: Strenuous. 
Highest access of the trek: Pangpema (5150 m. Kanchenjungha's northern Base Camp
Culture: Mixed 
Mode of trekking tour: Camping trek only 
Himalayan sights: Kanchenjungha all, Makalu Himal.
Most Attraction of the trek: Most challenging special trek in remote eastern Nepal and Himalayan view.

Ilam Valley -12 days

Buddha Treks also found this trek very special to show its customer/s the real Nepal possible. This trekking route is in the East Nepal. To give the real test of trekking tour in Nepal for a tourist Buddha Treks Agency is always seeking for new trekking routes. Of course it will be better than everybody do the same and talk about the same. Pristine Nature, high Himalayan sights and distinct life style are the best of this trek.

Starting from: Basantapur to the East Nepal after a long bus ride from Kathmandu
Ending at: Ilam Bazar and bus ride back to kathmandu
Grade: Moderate.
Highest access of the trek: Gupha Pokhari(3400m.)
Culture: mixed 
Mode of trekking tour: Camping trek only
Himalayan sights: Kanchenjunga, Makalu and Barunche Himal etc. 
Most Attraction of the trek:

off touristy trekking and real life observation of Eastern Nepalis. The richest zone of rhododendrons in Nepal that 17 species of 22 can be seen here.


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