COUNTRIES VISITED: Nepal
TRIP CODE: LMH
DURATION: 15 Days
TRIP TYPE: Trekking
TRIP LEADER: Local Leader
TRIP GRADE: Demanding
GROUP SIZE: 2 - 10 people
TRIP STYLE: Camping
NEXT DEPARTURE: 05 Oct 2025
REVIEWS: 5 Stars Based On 7 Reviews
TREES PLANTED: 6 Trees Planted for each Booking
Lamjung Himal is a rarely trekked region in the Annapurna region. With this nine day trek you will see a wonderful cross section of Nepal and incredible views of Himalaya.
After a drive from Kathmandu the Lamjung trek starts from the small town of Besisahar. This is the traditional starting point of the famous Annapurna Circuit. Our trail does not follow the Marsyangdi Valley on the more popular trails of Annapurna. Instead our trail heads to the West through traditional Gurung villages and fields. Next you enter the forest zone with rhododendron and bamboo. Further up above the tree line into the alpine zone. We included this trek in our choice of 7 Best Annapurna Treks in Nepal.
Above the village of Ghanpokhara you start walking up a ridge. In Nepal this known as a “danda". We follow this for three days staying at grazing grounds known as “kharkas” on the way up to Valley Camp at 3,717m. From here we walk up Rambrong West Summit (4,384m) and enjoy the viewpoint of Himalayan mountains. From the summit you can see Lamjung Himal (6,983m), Ganesh Himal (7,422m) and Mt Machapuchare known as Fish Tail (6,997m). In the West you can see Manaslu (8,163m) and Himal Chuli in the East.
From Valley camp the trail descends down another ridge. We follow this for three days to Tangting village. Along this ridge we camp at kharkas where there are also superb mountain views. From Tangting we drive to Pokhara. We stay here for two nights to enjoy the town by the lake before flying back to Kathmandu.
There are no lodges in Lamjung Himal region so we organise this trek as a camping style trek. The trails in Nepal with lodges are getting busier. Choosing a camping trek means you access a remote region less frequented by trekkers.
We sent an international leader, Natalie Wilson, to Lamjung Himal in October 2018. We have designed the itinerary based on her experience from this reconnaissance. Natalie came back full of enthusiasm for this trek as she did not see any other trekkers.
We will meet on arrival at Kathmandu airport and driven back to the hotel. Please provide travel plans on booking and we will arrange the pick-up and transfer.
We leave Kathmandu early in the morning by private vehicle. It is a scenic drive with occasional glimpses of mountain peaks. At Dumre we turn off the Pokhara highway and drive north. We follow the Marsyangdi River to Besisahar.
During the months of April, May and October it will be very hot and humid. Temperatures are often more than 30 Degrees Celsius when at a lower elevation. It is important to bring plenty of water, wear a sun hat and apply sun cream.
You follow a trail upwards from Besisahar through farmlands and rice terraces. We pass a Gurung monastery and the lovely village of Chami Danda (1,000m) with its small school. We take the jeep track for a short distance passing by several traditional houses. You can see the jeep track traverse its way around the ridge. At the right-hand bend, we take the trail straight up into the forest. It is quite steep and slippery in places. We cross a jeep track again as we continue walking uphill to the col. In Baglungpani we usually camp on the football pitch.
We make our way through the village. We walk on a rarely used jeep track for fabulous views of Lamjung Himal (6,983m) and Manaslu (8,163m). Turning off the track we take a stepped stone path up the ridge. We pass through the quiet village of Kapurgaon with a small Gurung monastery. The next village of Ghalegaon is larger and it is likely you will have lunch here. You can explore the village while lunch is being prepared and there is a viewpoint and temple to see. We also have to check in at the ACAP office to show the permits. A lot of work has gone into improving the paths and there are many litter bins. The trail keeps going uphill passing the Samba Cheeling monastery. Finally, we reach the village of Ghanpokhara at 2,158m where we camp for the night.
As we leave the village a sign guides us to the start of our hike uphill. We follow a forested ridge with the occasional meadow (known as a kharka). After about 5km we reach a shepherd’s hut where we will stop for lunch. Leaving our lunch spot we head uphill on a stone-stepped path. Further up we reach a couple of kharkas where we will spend the night.
This morning we leave our clearing and again head uphill on a stoney stepped path. We reach a place called Palma Kharka (3,100m) where there are excellent views. We continue on a lovely trail through rhododendron. After a short steeper section we reach Thokyo at 3,400m. After 6km we start heading to the right of the ridge to find a good water supply for camp.
Leaving camp we follow a pleasant undulating trail. This brings us into a lovely valley where we will spend a couple of nights. This is our Base Camp for walking up Rambrong West Summit (4,384m) tomorrow.
We leave Valley camp and follow a faint trail heading towards the shepherd’s hut. We cross over several small streams. By following the path signposted to Dudh Pokhari we zig zag up a hill to a lovely kharka with water at 4,100m. There is a prominent rocky summit straight ahead. There is a path heading up to the left of it before curving around to the right. Follow this until you reach the first Col then follow the path ahead to the next Col. This is the chance to bag a 4,000m summit. It is possible to walk further along the ridge but this would only be suitable for fit and strong walkers. The way is undulating as you need to lose some height and then regain it up steep slopes.
We retrace our steps a little way from our Valley camp, then turn right and start heading uphill to a clearing. From here we traverse around the hillside. We gain height until we reach a saddle. Then we drop down into a lovely valley with water and flat ground for a lunch stop at 3,800m. After lunch, we pick up our route heading South. It is a mix of good paths by streams and through clearings. We descend into the deep forest as we undulate along the ridge. We descend on a steep path to a kharka. Then we ascend up and up to reach a pleasant campsite. There are spectacular views of Mt Machapuchare (6,997m) and the Annapurnas.
The first 7.5km of this day follows the ridge up and down all the while enjoying the mountain views. After a hut and pond we turn right and descend on a steep trail through the forest. This is slippery and indistinct in places. The trail levels out and we arrive at a large kharka where we camp for the night.
From camp we continue downhill along a ridge where we arrive at a holy place that called Nain Fhiji. Leaving here we descend a long steep stone staircase. Finally we see the welcoming village of Tangting. The campsite is at the school. There is beer available, occasional wifi and chance for a well earnt rest.
Drive to Pokhara in a private vehicle. For the rest of the day you can relax and enjoy the lakeside town of Pokhara.
We take the flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu. The view of the Himalayas from the left side of the plane is spectacular.
Important note: there is a safety risk to consider when flying on airlines in Nepal. If you would like to avoid the flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu there is an option to drive and this takes about 6 to 7 hours (depending on the traffic). There are also safety considerations with driving in Nepal as the roads are busy and road traffic accidents happened from time to time. For information about the aviation risk in Nepal read the relevant sections “Threat and Risk Assessment” and “Internal flights in Nepal”. Please get in touch with us if you would like to discuss this further.
This is a one day guided sightseeing tour of the Kathmandu Valley. We visit three out of the seven World Heritage Sites. You will start off by visiting Patan Durbar Square. Then drive to the Buddhist stupa at Boudhanath. Our last stop of the day is at the Hindu shrine of Pashupatinath. The tour is likely to finish around 4pm and the rest of the day is free to further explore Kathmandu.
Three major towns in the valley, Kathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur. Each place has a great artistic and architectural traditions. Kathmandu is the capital and the largest city in the country. Patan, the second largest separated from Kathmandu by Bagmati river. Bhaktapur, the third largest, is towards the eastern end of the valley. Its relative isolation reflected in its slower pace and more medieval atmosphere. In Kathmandu there is a bustle of activity especially in the bazaars and markets. While the city has expanded over the last 10 years it is still possible to see traditional buildings.
Transfer to Kathmandu airport for the flight back home. End of trip.
| Dates | Trip Leader | Price | Single Supplement: Room/Tent | Availability |
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| 05 Oct 2025 to 19 Oct 2025 | Local Leader | US$2,595pp | Room: US$240pp Tent: US$310pp | 2 Left to Guarantee |
| 19 Oct 2025 to 02 Nov 2025 | Local Leader | US$2,595pp | Room: US$240pp Tent: US$310pp | 2 Left to Guarantee |
| 09 Nov 2025 to 23 Nov 2025 | Local Leader | US$2,595pp | Room: US$240pp Tent: US$310pp | Guaranteed |
| Dates | Trip Leader | Price | Single Supplement: Room/Tent | Availability |
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| 05 Apr 2026 to 19 Apr 2026 | Local Leader | US$2,650pp | Room: US$250pp Tent: US$310pp | 2 Left to Guarantee |
| 26 Apr 2026 to 10 May 2026 | Local Leader | US$2,650pp | Room: US$250pp Tent: US$310pp | 2 Left to Guarantee |
| 04 Oct 2026 to 18 Oct 2026 | Local Leader | US$2,650pp | Room: US$250pp Tent: US$310pp | 2 Left to Guarantee |
| 18 Oct 2026 to 01 Nov 2026 | Local Leader | US$2,650pp | Room: US$250pp Tent: US$310pp | 2 Left to Guarantee |
| 08 Nov 2026 to 22 Nov 2026 | Local Leader | US$2,650pp | Room: US$250pp Tent: US$310pp | 2 Left to Guarantee |
| Dates | Trip Leader | Price | Single Supplement: Room/Tent | Availability |
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| 04 Apr 2027 to 18 Apr 2027 | Local Leader | US$2,695pp | Room: US$275pp Tent: US$340pp | 2 Left to Guarantee |
| 25 Apr 2027 to 09 May 2027 | Local Leader | US$2,695pp | Room: US$275pp Tent: US$340pp | 2 Left to Guarantee |
We use both Mountain Hardwear Trango 3.1s and Quechua tents for our camping treks in Nepal.
We have used Mount Kailash Resort in Pokhara for our groups for many years. it is our first choice hotel for trekking groups as we have received positive feedback on their service and location. This property is located on Lakeside and a short walk to the restaurants, shops, and near the lake. The rooms are spacious with attached bathrooms and have television, air-conditioning, and Wi-Fi. They serve an excellent breakfast buffet from 7 am to 10 am. There is an attractive garden with a swimming pool so it is a wonderful place to relax before or after a trip.
We have used Hotel Ambassador in Kathmandu for our groups since it was rebuilt in 2017. Since then we have received positive feedback on their service and location. This is our first choice hotel for trekking groups in Kathmandu. Rooms are well appointed with a reliable supply of hot water for use in the shower. The windows have double glazing so it keeps the rooms very quiet. They serve an excellent breakfast buffet from 7am to 10am. A sundowner on their rooftop bar and restaurant called Foreign Affairs is a must do!
The Gateway Himalaya Resort is the best place to stay in Besisahar and is located a short distance from the town. The buildings are made from local stone and look attractive from the outside. On a clear day, there are mountain views of the Lamjung Himal from the property. There is a garden and a swimming pool so it is a good place to relax before or after your trek. The rooms are basic but the facilities are a step up from a teahouse lodge. We use their AC rooms for our groups.
We provide a comfortable experience on our camping style treks. Our team works hard to support you so that you can relax and enjoy trekking in Nepal. We provide personal tents, mess tent, kitchen tent and toilet tent(s). The camp will be set up and dismantled by the trek crew. We bring along a cook and kitchen helpers to provide the meals.
The day starts with an early morning mug of tea brought to your tent by one of the trek crew. Before heading for breakfast you pack your overnight gear into your duffel bag. During breakfast the trek crew pack away the tents. The porters arrange their loads and set off on the trail in the cool of the morning. After breakfast, between 7am and 8am, we start walking.
The pace of the trek is moderate as there is plenty of time in the itinerary to reach the camp for tonight. There will be plenty of time to enjoy the scenery, take photos and explore the local villages. Lunch will be around midday at a spot by the side of the trail. Our cooks prepare lunch for us and the food is usually ready by the time the group arrives.
After lunch we continue the walk and on most days we arrive to camp by mid afternoon. Some of the trek crew would have gone ahead of the group to set up camp and to put up the tents. On arrival to camp you will get a hot drink and biscuits. In the evening our cook will provide a three course meal in the mess tent around 6pm.
After supper the leaders will discuss the plan for the next day. Afterwards people might stay in the mess tent chatting about the day’s events or playing cards. After a tiring day most people head to their tent quite early for the night. Tomorrow is likely to be very similar as today! The only difference is that if we are crossing a high pass or climbing to a summit we leave camp earlier in the morning.
You can read more about our Camping Treks in Nepal on our Blog. This article explains the advantages of camping versus teahouse lodge treks. It also describes what the campsite set up is like and more about the food provided by our cooks.
While on a camping style trek in Nepal we provide tasty and nutritional food. We make sure there is more than enough quantity to go around as trekkers will be hungry after a long day on the trail. Over the years we have worked on increasing the variety of the menus. We have expanded the list of ingredients provided to the cooks so they have more to work with. Also in 2015 we purchased two food dehydrators with a vacuum sealing machine. We dehydrate a large number of different vegetables in Kathmandu before departure. This has transformed the quality of food especially on longer treks to remote areas.
For breakfast we provide porridge or cereal, toast or chapatis and eggs. There will be hot drinks including tea, herbal teas, hot chocolate and coffee. We provide fresh coffee from our Bialetti Moka coffee machine.
For lunch we stop at a convenient spot with water at the side of the trail. The cook and kitchen walk ahead of the group in the morning and lunch should be ready shortly after our arrival. After lunch we have time to relax before starting to walk again in the afternoon.
On arrival at camp in the afternoon you have biscuits and a hot drink such as tea or coffee. Around 6pm we serve a three course meal in the mess tent. The starter is often soup with popcorn or poppadoms. We have a range of main dishes and carbohydrates including rice, potatoes or pasta.
We cater for a variety of dietary requirements. Our meals are suitable for vegetarians. If there is a meat dish then we also provide vegetarian options as standard. During booking we find out if you have any dietary needs and agree upon meal plans before departure. If you have any questions about the food provided please get in touch with us to discuss further.
We bring a Thuraya satellite phone for logistical, safety and personal use. Personal calls charged at £4 (US$5 or €4.50) per minute and £2 (US$3 €4.50) to send and receive SMS text.
This is the mandatory kit list for the safety of everyone in the group and to ensure a successful trek. You must have the following items tailored for the Lamjung trek. The group leader will check your gear in Kathmandu before departure for the trek.
As a reminder, the weather on this trek will vary from season to season and day to day as you ascend to higher elevations. At the start of the trek you will experience hot conditions with temperatures up to 25 Celsius. You experience the coldest temperatures in Valley Camp at an altitude of 3,717m. Overnight lows here will be down to around -8 Celsius.
You should bring a rucsac or backpack for gear required during the day. Your pack should contain items such as warm clothes, a jacket, a camera, water bottles, a personal first aid kit and snacks. The weight limit is 5kg. A porter will carry the rest of your personal equipment packed in a duffel or kit bag. The weight limit for your duffel bag is 15kg. Please mark your bag on the outside for easy identification.
Print the kit list and tick items off as you pack them then weigh your kit bag before you come on trek.
Footwear
Clothing
Head and Gloves
Personal equipment
Travelling
Personal first aid kit
We provide a comprehensive group first aid kit. Please bring personal medications and other items you might use such as:
You should be aware trekking in a developing country involves a risk of personal injury or death. You must accept these risks and be responsible for your own actions and involvement. Adventure travel requires an open and flexible attitude. You may experience extreme conditions and unpredictable weather. There could be last-minute changes to the itinerary beyond our control. The ability to work in a team is an important aspect of our trips.
We have performed a threat and risk assessment for our Lamjung trek. Our trips have a degree of risk. This is part of the attraction of adventure travel and why so many people choose to join this type of holiday. By identifying the hazards we assess the level of risk. We have control measures in place to reduce this happening or to reduce the impact.
Our risk assessment is available to clients on request. We have listed below a summary of the significant risks and hazards identified by us:
This trip visits a remote area. You are away from the usual emergency services and medical facilities. Evacuation for a serious injury requiring hospitalisation could take up to several days. This delay could impede your ensuing recovery. Helicopters are the usual means of evacuation. They are not always available or hindered by poor weather and flying conditions.
Flights from Nepal’s Short Take-Off & Landing (“STOL”) airstrips are dependent on weather. Delays often happen if there is poor visibility or high winds. For our itineraries with flights to or from STOL, we include one extra day in Kathmandu at the end of the trip. This is in case of delays flying back. If the delays are longer we will help reschedule your international flights. There is likely to be a fee charged by the airline for this. You also have to pay for costs incurred in Kathmandu as a result of the delay such as accommodation and meals.
You should read the Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office (“FCDO”) travel advice for Nepal. For their latest advice take a look at their Safety & Security section under Air Travel. There have been some recent air accidents in Nepal. The European Union has banned Nepalese airlines from flying to Europe. For more information on Nepal’s air safety profile take a look at Aviation Safety Network.
Maps
Annapurna Trekking Map by Himalayan Maphouse. Scale: 1:900,000. We include in your welcome pack when you arrive in Nepal. National Geographic Annapurna Trekking 1:135,000.
Books
Annapurna south face. By Chris Bonnington.
Himalayan Pilgrimmage. By David Snellgrove.
Annapurna. By Maurice Herzog.
True Summit: What Really Happened on the Legendary Ascent on Annapurna. By David Roberts.
The Ascent of Rum Doodle. By WE Bowman.
A Nepalese Journey: The Essence of the Annapurna Circuit (Mountain Photography). By Andrew Stevenson.
Nepali Phrasebook by Lonely Planet.
