Nepal has many trekking routes. All routes are carefully graded by topography, duration, and climate. The grades are easy, moderate, strenuous, very strenuous, and challenging. Beginners and those who enjoy adventure can complete the easy and moderate treks, while challenging and strenuous treks call for physical preparedness.
Easy Grade
It is not necessary to have prior mountaineering or rock-climbing experience. You are simply exploring the customs and culture of Nepal's rural communities through village walking. Short daily walks that typically take 4-6 hours. You can enjoy the expansive mountain views, the vibrant village life, and a lovely jungle walk. In Nepal, there are several easy treks. The Nepal Gateway trekking team arranges Nepal Day Tours, a one-day hike around Kathmandu Valley, Nepal Overland Tours, etc. The elevation typically reaches 2000 feet above sea level, usually at lower altitudes, in areas with milder terrain, and on trails that have been well-maintained.
Moderate Grade
It is suitable for trekkers with a moderate level of fitness and some hiking experience. Walking up and downhill, next to mountain views and through gorgeous mountainous forests, is tricky. Ghorepani Poonhill Trek, Everest View Trek, Langtang Valley Trek, etc., are moderate-grade treks in Nepal.
Strenuous Grade
These treks call for exceptional fitness and prior trekking knowledge because they are so physically taxing and trekking through rugged terrain at a high altitude. Trekkers may need to hike for 6-7 hours or longer to reach elevations up to 5500 m. There is a high likelihood of problems caused by elevation, so acclimatization days are essential. Treks like the Everest Base Camp Trek, Annapurna Circuit Trek, Gokyo Lake Trek and Manaslu Circut Trek are all possible.
Very Strenuous
This level is the authentic adventure of mountain climbing. As a result, mental and physical endurance is needed for this trek, which involves walking for an average of 7 hours per day at an altitude that frequently exceeds 5000 meters in a seldom-visited region. Trekkers need to be in good physical shape and have prior experience. The strenuous treks include treks to high passes such as the Everest Three High Passes Trek, Upper Dolpo Trek, Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek, and Makalu Base Camp Trek.
Technical Challenging
The Technical Challenging grade is for those trekkers who truly enjoy extreme adventure. It has an itinerary lasting 15 to 25 days and an elevation reaching 6000 meters and above. Peak climbing in Nepal is considered a technically challenging grade. It requires excellent physical condition. It is appropriate for technically skilled trekkers and mountaineers with extensive experience. Climbing, glacier crossings, and the use of mountaineering gear are frequent components of these treks. Usually, equipment and expert guidance for trekking are needed. Extreme weather is one of the difficulties and high-risk factors.