Eastern Nepal

From an Australian's point of view, trekking in Eastern Nepal is an adventure that is very different from the known landscapes of Australia. Eastern Nepal is different from the vast, dry outbacks and towns on the coast because it has trekking in the Himalayas, through lush green hills, and through deep valleys.

Eastern Nepal's trekking tracks are less used than those in the Annapurna or Everest regions. This makes the experience more private and real. For trekkers from Australia, the trip to Eastern Nepal is a big change of scenery. The trip usually starts with a flight from a big city in Australia to Kathmandu, then a domestic flight or a long drive to the starting spot of the trek.

When it comes to walking routes, the Kanchenjunga Circuit trek is one of the best in Eastern Nepal. Trekkers can use it to get to the base camps of Kanchenjunga, the third highest mountain in the world. The trek is difficult and goes through remote mountainous areas. It gives hikers a chance to see a wide range of plants and animals, as well as the rich cultural heritage of the area's native people.

As part of the trip, people often walk through rhododendron forests, alpine meadows, and high-altitude landscapes. They may see rare animals like the snow leopard or the red panda. Because the tracks can be steep and the altitude is high, you need to take some time to get used to the altitude.

For Australian trekkers, the trip is also a culture journey because they learn about traditions and ways of life that are very different from their own. Nepalese people who live in the Himalayas can show you how they live by letting you stay in their homes in villages.

Australians should go trekking in Eastern Nepal in the fall, between October and November, when the weather is usually clear and the views of the mountains are stunning, or in the spring, from March to May, when the hills are full of wildflowers in bloom.

In general, hiking in Eastern Nepal provides Australian adventurers with a mix of natural beauty, physical challenge, and cultural enrichment, all set against some of the most beautiful mountain scenery in the world.