Rhododendron Trek is a famous trekking trail of Nepal. This is the perfect package for someone who wants to witness different species of rhododendrons. The trek is in countryside area surrounded by hills and high mountains covered with gorgeous rhododendrons bushes. You will get to see stunning views of Annapurna I (8,091 m), Mt. Dhaulagiri (8,167 m), Nilgiri (6,839 m), Annapurna South(7,219 m), Himchuli (6,441 m), Fishtail (6,993 m), and many more small peaks throughout the trek. We highly recommend you to travel during spring season because this time of the year the forests get bloomed with hundreds of rhododendrons along with high mountains on the backdrop, which makes the journey even more fascinating. As a matter of fact, you will get to see more than 32 different species of rhododendrons.
Rhododendron Trek usually starts by flying to Pokhara and drive through Galeshwor to continue foothill of the Himalayas towards orange orchard village Baskharka, to Nagi, Mohare danda, Tikot, Baisari, and back to Pokhara. Basically, trek leads you through the various colour of rhododendron forest, amazing views of the high snow-capped mountain, magical landscape, terrace farming fields, and many small villages. If you have some extra time on your hand then you can do Mohare Trek, Poon Hill Trek, Mardi Himal Trek or Langtang Trek.
Tradition & Culture in Rhododendron Trekking region
Rhododendron Trek will include several typical villages resided by Tamang, Gurung, Brahmin, Chhetri, and Magar communities. You will get to see their tradition, culture, lifestyle, and practices during the trek. Every community has its own norms, languages, and assortments. You will get a chance to get close with the locals and experience the warmest hospitality.
Rhododendron Trek difficulty
Rhododendron Trek is a short and easy trek. The trail goes through the forested trail, rivers, crossing several thrilling suspension bridges with several ascends and descends. You will have to trek around 5 to 6 hours every day, which demands good physical fitness and strength. You don’t need to have any prior trekking experience but if you have one it will surely help you a lot.
Why trek with Annapurna Trekking Agency?
With us, Annapurna Trekking Agency you will not only get the comprehensive service but also a chance to contribute to support local communities as most of our team members is from small villages. We will make sure, you are enjoying every moment of your journey trekking with us. Moreover, our company’s main mission is to motivate and connect more females in the travel sector of Nepal, therefore, while travelling with us you will not only get a comprehensive package but also contribute highly in our missions.
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