Why Trek in Nepal

Why Trek in Nepal

Nepal will offer you the world’s most thrilling scenery, friendly people and warm hearted adventures.

Discover with us the diversity of our landmarks, our people and our hospitality. The scale and grandeur of our open spaces will free your spirit; let your minds soar with lofty ideas and take home lifelong memories – and plans for your next trek.

The main road structure is south of the mountain chain and runs to the east, west and south with only a few roads penetrating the northern valleys. Ancient mountain trails link the myriad villages and all goods are carried by porters or pack animals. Only prayer and water driven wheels are seen on trekking regions trails. Between villages, water, wind and birdsong punctuates the silence.

The People 

Current statistics show a population of 29 000 000; growing at around 2%/year (34% <15, 61% from 15-64, 5% >64). Some 50 ethnic groups or sub-groups speak almost as many languages or dialects; but most speak at least some Nepali. 81% are Hindu, 9% Buddhist, 4, 5% Muslim and 1, 4% Christian.

The majority of Hindus live south of the high hills and mountains and include Brahmins (the priestly caste), Chhetri (entrepreneurs and farmers), Newars (noted for the fine architecture and wood carving in the Kathmandu Valley). The large Magar group (farmers and builders) are spread across Nepal: they practise Hinduism or Buddhism.

The Buddhist groups speak Tibeto-Burman languages, and migrated from Tibet over the centuries. They live on higher land than the Hindu communities. They practise various forms of Buddhism. The Dolpopas are sheep, goat and yak herders who trade with Tibet: as do the Lobas of Mustang. Gurungs live in the Annapurna and Manaslu regions (Gurkha soldiers, pastoralists and farmers). The Tamangs farm north of Kathmandu. The Sherpas live in the Khumbu, Solu and Helambu districts (now famed for their skill and involvement as mountaineers and hoteliers in the Everest region during the last century). The Rais and Limbus live in eastern Nepal.

No matter where you are, the people of Nepal will offer you a warm and genuine welcome.