HCTreks trekking team in the Himalayas

Why Choose Himalayan Challenge Treks for Your Nepal Adventure

Himalayan Challange Treks (HC Treks) is a renowned and trustworthy name in Nepal’s tourism field. With years of experience arranging trekking journeys, climbing expeditions, and other exceptional outdoor adventures, we are proud to announce that we have been chosen by travelers worldwide for offering never-to-be-forgotten experiences in Nepal’s Himalayas. Further, our dedication to quality service and customer satisfaction has built our reputation as a trusted trekking agency.

Whether you’re looking for a challenging trek to the Everest region or want to experience the off-beaten path of Upper Dolpo, we are here to help you with 24/7 assistance. Unlike our name, we make sure to make your journey easy ongoing, even in the rough section, with our expert guides and porters. Contact us to make your journey in Himalayan a never-to-be-forgotten experience.

Popular Nepal Treks

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12 Days Everest Base Camp Trek
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12 Days Everest Base Camp Trek

12 Days

from $2500 $2355 per person

Price varies by group size

Annapurna Base Camp Trek via Poon Hill
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5.0 (7)

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Annapurna Base Camp Trek via Poon Hill

11 Days

from $1800 $1630 per person

Price varies by group size

Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho Lake
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5.0 (6)

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Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho Lake

16 Days

from $2500 $2380 per person

Langtang Gosaikunda Trek
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5.0 (6)

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Langtang Gosaikunda Trek

13 Days

from $1800 $1590 per person

Langtang Valley Trek
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5.0 (6)

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Langtang Valley Trek

8 Days

from $1415 $1095 per person

Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek
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5.0 (6)

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Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek

19 Days

from $2200 $1999 per person

Price varies by group size

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A fantastic and memorable experience that I would like to repeat in the not too distant future. My friend Kulvinder and I had discussed some time ago about doing a trek in Nepal. The lure of majestic mountains, valleys, rivers, lakes, and varied scenery finally drew us, along with another friend, Binesh, to embark on the Annapurna Trek with Tilicho Lake with Himalayan Challenge Treks.From the moment we were collected at the airport by our guide Chatur Man Tarang, to the end of the trek, we were not only provided with useful advice and information, but Chatur also infused the trek with his own special brand of humour.The two porters, 'Ashish' and 'Rajan', quickly became friends and helped fill in the quiet evenings by joining in a few games of Dhumble.The treks were challenging for us, 65+ year olds. Still, Chatur and the porters were always encouraging and provided helpful advice on how to deal with the various challenges of walking up and down safely, dealing with the low oxygen air at altitude, staying safe in rockfall areas, and dealing with the incoming traffic of ponies and local residents carrying bulky goods from one place to another.The locations were absolutely stunning and the local rambling through villages, visiting the Buddhist Stupas and Gumbas and enjoying the hospitality of the tea houses along the trek routes remains truly memorable. I hope to return sometime soon to pick up where we left this trek.
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Macarios
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Scenic Wonder! I had the best time doing the ABC trek! As a solo traveler everything was organised accordingly (transport, hotel, guide, porter, guesthouse, meals)H.C.Y was very responsive in communication from pre trip to the actual trip itself.
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Finn H
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Great trekking company I did the Mardi Himal trek with Himalayan challenge treks and loved it! Our guide Ram was great with over 25 years of experience of leading treks throughout Nepal. He had a great sense of humour and worked extremely hard. I would recommend this company if you're thinking about trekking in Nepal.
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Lucy H
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Mardi himal We did the Mardi himal walk with the most amazing guide ram! He is super friendly and will make you laugh!! He is filled with knowledge that will give you insight into Nepal and he will look after you very well. Everything was so easily organised and made our travels super easy. Would recommend challenge treks to everyone !
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Fatma Ö
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This trip is so beautiful with Himalayan Challenge Treks It was an incredibly beautiful trip...it was difficult but this mental feeling made everything easy..Our loving tour guide was there for us around the clock❤️Without Himalayan Challenge Treks it's half as beautiful.Thank you..Namaste
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Dilara E
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Himalayas I would like to thank the team who hosted us very well from the beginning to the end of the trip and ensured that we completed it with minimal fatigue.
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Filiz I
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Unforgettable Trip to Heaven It was such an amazing trip .once in a life time experience.The company and the guides organizing this trekking trip are so proffesional that they have made everything perfect and easy for all team. Nature is unique holly magnificent. You are as if you are in a different holly land. The scenery and view also worthseeing . Thank you for Himalyan Challenge Treks.
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Day walk with Shirish Some time ago my wife and I did a short day walk with Shirish Tuladhar of Himalayan Challenge Treks and enjoyed the day immensely. We were in Katmandu for only about a week and so had no time for a multi-day trek. Shirish was a great guide and very patient (as I was recovering from surgery and moving rather slowly.) This was pre-Covid, while we were living in Malaysia, but while moving back to the US/EU I found Shirish's card and wanted to commend him and HCT. +David+
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Adam
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Fantastic Tailor Made Honeymoon After establishing an excellent connection with Shirish online, we worked to put together a bespoke itinerary which was absolutely perfect for what we wanted on our honeymoon. Shirish and his team (Ram and Raju) delivered a trip which far exceeded our expectations. Their local expertise provided a personal touch to our trip which made it incredibly special and unique. I thoroughly recommend Nepal as it has so much to offer visitors. We experienced white water rafting, trekking in the Annapurna foothills, sunrises over snow topped mountains, paragliding over Pokhara, safari in Chitwan, the history and culture of Kathmandu and much, much more. The Nepalese people are incredibly friendly and welcoming. I put my trust in Shirish and his team and they delivered something professional, personal and so wonderfully memorable that the trip to Nepal will always have a very special place in our hearts.
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Trek in Annapurna e Raft Super nice time (a full week) spent with the friendly (and very professional) guys of Himalayan Challenge Tr.! Safe trip and Challenge!

Short & Weekend Treks

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Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek – 5 Days
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Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek – 5 Days

5 Days

from $1400 $1195 per person

Price varies by group size

Short Manaslu Circuit Trek
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5.0 (7)

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Short Manaslu Circuit Trek

10 Days

from $1870 $1640 per person

Everest Base Camp Short Trek
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5.0 (6)

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Everest Base Camp Short Trek

10 Days

from $2450 $2140 per person

Price varies by group size

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek
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5.0 (6)

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Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek

5 Days

from $1430 $1195 per person

Price varies by group size

Mardi Himal Trek
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5.0 (6)

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Mardi Himal Trek

7 Days

from $1435 $1220 per person

Khopra Danda Trek
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5.0 (7)

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Khopra Danda Trek

6 Days

from $1502 $1295 per person

Why Book With Us

HCTreks offers unforgettable Himalayan adventures with expert guidance and 24/7 support.

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Experienced, licensed guides ensuring safety and memorable journeys.

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Your safety is our top priority throughout the journey.

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Customizable Trips

Tailor your trek based on preferences, fitness, and time.

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Eco-Friendly Tourism

We promote sustainable, zero-waste, eco-friendly trekking experiences.

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Top-notch service at affordable, transparent, and competitive rates.

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Everest Base Camp vs Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Choosing between the Everest Base Camp Trek and the Annapurna Base Camp Trek is one of the biggest decisions for first-time visitors to Nepal. Both are world-class Himalayan adventures with teahouse lodging, expert guides, and unforgettable mountain views; but they differ in altitude, difficulty, duration, cost, and the type of experience you can expect. Use this side-by-side comparison to find the Nepal trek that best matches your fitness, budget, and travel goals.

Everest Base Camp Trek
Annapurna Base Camp Trek via Poon Hill
Duration
14 Days
11 Days
Price from
$2800 $2570
$1800 $1630
Difficulty
Hard
Medium
Max altitude
5,545 M (Kala Patthar)
4,130 M (Annapurna Base Camp)
Region
Everest Region
Annapurna Region
Best season
Spring (Mar–May) & Autumn (Sep–Nov)
Spring (Mar–May) & Autumn (Sep–Nov)
Getting there
Scenic flight to Lukla (Kathmandu or Manthali)
Drive to Pokhara, then jeep to Ulleri
Culture
Sherpa villages, Tengboche Monastery, Khumbu
Gurung & Magar communities, Poon Hill, Ghandruk
Standout highlight
Sunrise from Kala Patthar & Everest Base Camp
Poon Hill sunrise & Annapurna Sanctuary
Best for
Iconic bucket-list trekkers ready for high altitude
Varied landscapes, moderate grade & shorter itinerary

Which trek should you choose? Pick Everest Base Camp if you want the world’s most famous trek, can handle harder grades and higher altitude, and are prepared for Lukla flights. Choose Annapurna Base Camp for a slightly shorter, more affordable journey with diverse scenery, a moderate difficulty profile, and no mountain flight. Both treks run best in spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November). Contact HC Treks for a personalised recommendation.

FAQ by Recent Travellers

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Best Time for the Everest Base Camp Trek

best time for the everest base camp trek

When planning the Everest Base Camp Trek, one of the most important things to consider is the weather in the Everest region. The higher parts of this EBC trek can be freezing with very harsh weather. However, there are still some times of the month when the weather becomes normal and pleasant, making it ideal […]

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