With two weeks in Nepal, the trek that fits best is Everest Base Camp (14 days with us, up to 5,545 m at Kala Patthar) or the Annapurna Circuit (14 days, over Thorong La at 5,416 m). Manaslu, Gokyo and Annapurna Base Camp also fit a fortnight. Remote treks such as Nar Phu, Tsum, Limi and Dolpo have 15 to 17 days of walking and take 19 to 22 days door to door. Go in March to May or October to November, and keep a spare day for Lukla flights.
- Fits a 14-day tripEBC, Annapurna Circuit, Manaslu, Gokyo, ABC
- Needs about 3 weeksThree Passes, Tilicho, Nar Phu, Tsum, Limi, Dolpo
- Highest point hereKala Patthar, 5,545 m
- Restricted permitsNar Phu, Manaslu, Tsum, Limi, Dolpo
- GuideMandatory on most routes since April 2023
- Best monthsMar to May, Oct to Nov
This guide is part of our treks-by-duration series: a week or less · under 14 days · two weeks (this page) · three weeks or more. Not sure where to start? Read which trek should I do in Nepal.
Nepal is not a destination people come for on a quick getaway holiday. Government figures put the average stay at about 16 days in 2025, and trekkers often stay three or four weeks. And while there are lots of other beautiful things to do, such as mountain biking in Nepal, wildlife spotting in Chitwan National Park, a Nepal yoga retreat, or even a luxury tour in Nepal, most people come for hiking in Nepal.
Whether you are coming with family, friends, or on your own, trekking in Nepal is a beautiful experience not to be missed! And with many trekkers coming for a month, there is plenty of time to do the best treks – whether off-the-beaten-track treks or those you have heard and read about – Nepal has the proper trekking for you.
If you are not an experienced trekker or want to spend more time exploring other parts of the country, check out my blogs on Best Treks to do in Nepal in a Week or Less and Best Treks to do in Nepal in Less than 14 Days.
Read on if you have more time or want to explore the hills and mountains for two to three weeks. If you have longer still, our treks for three weeks or more go further.
The 10 Treks at a Glance
Days are the length of our own trips, door to door from Kathmandu, including arrival and departure days. Bars show each trek's highest point. Lower Dolpo's Numa La is given as about 5,190 m, and sources range up to about 5,310 m.
| Trek | Days | Highest point | Difficulty | Fits 14 to 16 days? | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Everest Base Camp | 14 | Kala Patthar, 5,545 m | Moderate to difficult | Yes | |
| Everest Three Passes | 21 | Kala Patthar (Kongma La 5,535 m), 5,545 m | Difficult | No | |
| Annapurna Circuit | 14 | Thorong La, 5,416 m | Difficult | Yes | |
| Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake | 20 | Thorong La, 5,416 m | Difficult | No | |
| Nar Phu Valley | 19 | Thorong La, 5,416 m | Difficult | No | |
| Manaslu Circuit with Tsum Valley | 22 | Larkya La, 5,106 m | Difficult | No | |
| Tsum Valley | 19 | Mu Gompa area, 3,700 m | Moderate | No | |
| Limi Valley | 20 | Nyalu La, 4,940 m | Difficult | No | |
| Lower Dolpo | 19 | Numa La, 5,190 m | Difficult | No | |
| Snow Leopard Trek in Dolpo | 20 | Baga La, 5,170 m | Difficult | No |
Which of These Really Fit Two Weeks?
Be careful with the word "two weeks". Only two treks here fit a 14 to 16 day holiday with a flight in and a flight out: Everest Base Camp and the Annapurna Circuit. The other eight run 19 to 22 days with us, because the walking alone takes 15 to 17 days and the remote ones add flights to Nepalganj, Simikot or Juphal. They suit people with three weeks.
Three more Swotah treks also fit a fortnight. The Manaslu Circuit is 14 days, the Gokyo Lakes trek 15 and Annapurna Base Camp 14. If your dates are tighter, see our treks under 14 days.
Around Mount Everest
Everest Base Camp Trek: 14 Days
This is, of course, the most famous trek in Nepal! While I don’t recommend doing it with young children, it has been known to be a family tour in Nepal for some. It is excellent, though, for a small group tour of Nepal.
Starting with a flight to the high-altitude airport at Lukla, the trek starts as soon as you land! The following day, you reach Namche Bazaar, where you have to spend an extra day acclimatizing to the high altitude. But acclimatization days are never boring in Nepal because the best way to acclimatize to altitude is to hike! This is your chance to explore the surrounding area with absolutely no pressure. On the way up you pass the fascinating Tengboche Monastery, with its panoramic mountain views, and a day later you reach Dingboche (4,410 m) for a second acclimatization day. Then, there is the base camp (5,364 m) and Kala Patthar (5,545 m), a tremendous viewpoint over Everest and the surrounding mountains.
- Days14 with us (11 on the trail)
- Highest pointKala Patthar, 5,545 m
- Start / finishLukla / Lukla
- PermitsKhumbu card + Sagarmatha NP, no TIMS
- StayTeahouse
- Swotah tripFrom USD 1,620 / person
Here is how our 14 days fall, with the height you sleep at each night.
| Day | Plan | Sleep |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arrive in Kathmandu | 1,400 m |
| 2 | Kathmandu sightseeing and trek briefing | 1,400 m |
| 3 | Fly to Lukla, walk to Phakding | 2,610 m |
| 4 | Phakding to Namche Bazaar | 3,440 m |
| 5 | Acclimatization day in Namche | 3,440 m |
| 6 | Namche to Tengboche | 3,867 m |
| 7 | Tengboche to Dingboche | 4,410 m |
| 8 | Acclimatization day in Dingboche | 4,410 m |
| 9 | Dingboche to Lobuche | 4,940 m |
| 10 | Lobuche to Gorak Shep and Everest Base Camp | 5,170 m |
| 11 | Kala Patthar at dawn, down to Pheriche | 4,371 m |
| 12 | Pheriche to Namche Bazaar | 3,440 m |
| 13 | Namche to Lukla | 2,860 m |
| 14 | Fly to Kathmandu, fly home |
There is no slack in that plan. Lukla flights get cancelled in cloud, so if you can, keep one or two spare days in Kathmandu before your flight home.
Everest Three Passes Trek: 21 Days
If you have a longer time and want to see more of the Everest Region, the Everest Three Passes Trek takes you to all the same iconic places: Namche, Tengboche, Dingboche, Everest Base Camp, and beyond. As the name suggests, this trek takes you over three high passes: Kongma La, the highest at 5,535 m, Cho La (about 5,420 m) and Renjo La (5,360 m). It also takes you to the beautiful high-altitude Gokyo Lakes. This is a high-altitude and challenging trek, so trekkers should have a good fitness level and be aware of and on the lookout for altitude-related illnesses. But any good Nepal tour agency will be able to brief you on Nepal travel advice and safety, including altitude sickness. This trek follows a loop, so unlike the Everest Base Camp Trek, you do not backtrack, but every day is something new. But the mountains never change, except in their color mood with the rising and setting sun.
- Days21 with us
- Highest pointKala Patthar, 5,545 m
- Top passKongma La, 5,535 m
- PermitsKhumbu card + Sagarmatha NP, no TIMS
- StayTeahouse
- Swotah tripFrom USD 1,955 / person
Our Three Passes trek guide covers each pass day by day.
Around the Annapurnas
The Annapurna mountains lie near the lake town of Pokhara. Being that you can easily reach Pokhara by road and it is such a chilled place to relax after your trek, this area is very popular with trekkers of all ages and levels of fitness. There are short treks around Pokhara – see my Best Treks to do in Nepal in a Week or Less- and longer treks that take you deep into the mountains. Regarding the weather, the best seasons to visit Nepal are also the best for this area – spring and autumn. Some treks fall into the rain shadow so that they can be done during the monsoon (summer) months. In winter, heavy snow can close the high passes such as Thorong La. But if that is the only time you can come – please ask us!
Annapurna Circuit Trek: 14 Days
This is one of the classic treks in Nepal. It starts from Kathmandu and ends in Pokhara, from where you can drive or fly back to Kathmandu. A day’s drive at the start takes you up the Marsyangdi valley to Jagat (1,290 m), from where you start trekking. This is a strenuous trek, but it often makes lists of the best treks in the world! So if you feel your fitness level is up to it, you won’t be disappointed by the scenery, mountains, and overall experience! The trek starts by taking you through the foothills and forests of the Marsyangdi valley, along rivers, and across those suspension bridges, you have seen in every trekking picture of Nepal! The most challenging day is going over the Thorong La Pass at 5,416m. The hike starts in darkness, so you can cross before the high afternoon winds come. Once over the pass, you are in Mustang. The first stop is a look at the Hindu pilgrim site at Muktinath. This is a very revered site with its small temple, 108 water spouts where devotees take a shower - under each one – and its eternal flame.
Our version walks down to Jomsom (2,720 m) and then takes a jeep or a short flight to Pokhara. Longer itineraries keep walking south and side-step up Poon Hill, another iconic viewpoint with astounding views of the mountains, particularly at sunrise. The ending point is Pokhara, with its bars, restaurants, nightclubs, and lakeside cafes. The perfect end to a perfect trip.
- Days14 with us
- Highest pointThorong La, 5,416 m
- Start / finishJagat / Jomsom, then Pokhara
- PermitsACAP + TIMS
- StayTeahouse
- Swotah tripSee trip page for dates and prices
Roads now reach Manang on one side and Muktinath and Jomsom on the other. Most of the time you can walk on the quieter NATT trails away from the jeeps, and your guide will know which sections are worth walking.
Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake: 20 Days
If you want to add a bit extra to the classic Annapurna Circuit trek, consider a trip to Tilicho Lake. At about 4,919 m, it is often called one of the highest lakes of its size in the world. This trek starts and ends the same way as the Annapurna Circuit Trek but takes you to the beautiful Tilicho Lake and Base Camp. The mountains are the key points of interest on this trek through meadows and yak pastures, passed cliffs, chortens, and monasteries. The Kali Gandaki gorge, often called the deepest in the world, is also responsible for those high afternoon winds! If your route continues down the Kali Gandaki, stop at Tatopani with its hot springs. A fantastic way to relieve your aches and pains!
- Days20 with us
- Highest pointThorong La, 5,416 m
- Tilicho LakeAbout 4,919 m
- PermitsACAP + TIMS
- StayTeahouse
- Swotah tripSee trip page for dates and prices
Nar Phu Valley Trek: 19 Days
Another trek that starts with a drive from Kathmandu to Jagat and ends in Jomsom, Mustang, takes you off the beaten trail to the Nar Phu Valley. Once again, the mountain views are spectacular – the Annapurnas, Himlung Himal, Tilicho Peak, and more. In addition, glaciers, narrow canyons, and remote villages are highlights of this trek. Then there is the fact the villages are less visited and retain their ancient culture and traditions. This valley was only opened to trekkers in 2003. Once over the Thorong La Pass into Mustang, the trek ends at Jomsom, where it is a short flight back to Pokhara. Or, if you still have the stamina, you can trek on for a few days more! Please note that there are two high-altitude passes to cross, Kang La (about 5,320 m) and Thorong La (5,416 m), and this is a strenuous trek, so a good level of physical fitness is required.
- Days19 with us
- Highest pointThorong La, 5,416 m
- Start / finishJagat / Jomsom
- PermitsNar Phu RAP (USD 75 to 100 a week) + ACAP
- GuideLicensed guide mandatory
- Swotah tripSee trip page for dates and prices
Around Manaslu
Swotah Travel does a great Lower Manaslu Trek (13 days, from USD 1,400), which is not as demanding as the trek shown below. If you are interested in that, please check out my blog Best Treks to do in Nepal in Less than 14 Days. The classic Manaslu Circuit on its own is 14 days, from USD 1,235.
Manaslu Circuit with Tsum Valley: 22 Days
Suppose you love exploring the hidden valleys and trekking off the beaten track. In that case, this demanding trek will take you near the Tibetan border and show you monasteries, gompas, and chortens in the Manaslu region. This area only opened to trekkers in the 1990s, and the Tsum Valley even later in the 2000s. It is very demanding, with 6 to 8 hours of walking on most days. Much of the trek is over 3,000 m, and there is the Larkya La Pass to cross at 5,106 m (some maps say 5,160 m). It needs no climbing skills, but after fresh snow you may need microspikes, and the pass day runs 8 to 10 hours. So, it is a trek for the adventurous and fit hiker! The mountains on view include Manaslu (8,163 m), Himalchuli, Ngadi Chuli and the Ganesh Himal range, among others. Changing landscapes make the trek more exciting and unique – from sub-tropical forests and green meadows to snow and ice.
- Days22 with us
- Highest pointLarkya La, 5,106 m
- Start / finishMachha Khola / Dharapani
- PermitsManaslu RAP + Tsum RAP + MCAP + ACAP
- GuideLicensed guide mandatory
- Swotah tripFrom USD 1,975 / person
Permit fees for both restricted areas are in our Manaslu permits guide for 2026, and how hard the Manaslu Circuit is covers the pass day.
Tsum Valley Trek: 19 Days
It is possible to trek only in the Tsum Valley. This hidden valley only opened in 2008 and sees very few trekkers. Its pine forests, fast-flowing rivers and waterfalls, monasteries, and villages give a great insight into the countryside and people’s way of life. The people here are Tibetan Buddhists, so there are mani walls (prayer walls), stupas to see, and Milarepa’s Cave to visit. The days of this trek are long, and the upper valley sits between about 3,000 m and 3,700 m, so a good level of fitness is required for this trek. But the views of Himalchuli, Ganesh Himal, Manaslu, and many other mountains make it worthwhile. This trek starts and ends with a day’s drive from Kathmandu.
- Days19 with us
- Highest pointAbout 3,700 m, upper Tsum
- Start / finishArughat / Arughat
- PermitsTsum RAP + MCAP, usually plus the Manaslu RAP for Jagat to Lokpa
- GuideLicensed guide mandatory
- Swotah tripSee trip page for dates and prices
The Far West
There are some beautiful treks in the far west of Nepal. These are not luxury tours in Nepal but are unique and less trekked and will provide you with unforgettable memories and photographs! These treks are more remote, harder to get to, and thus a little more expensive. But the extra effort and cost are well worth it.
You can also extend your trip to the far west with a safari in Bardia National Park, which is two to three hours' drive from Nepalganj airport. This is a different experience from the mountains! Tigers, elephants, monkeys, deer, and a host of other animals and birds in a sub-tropical setting! Maybe the perfect way to relax after your trek!
Limi Valley Trek: 20 Days
The Limi Valley is situated in the Humla district in the far northwest of Nepal, bordering Tibet. This relatively unexplored area was only opened in 2002 to trekkers. It involves two flights, so your anticipation is exceptionally high when you get there. The Limi Valley will not disappoint you! Fly from Kathmandu to Nepalganj, where there is time to explore this lowland border town, before flying out the following day to Simikot in Humla. While we stay in a hotel in Nepalganj, the rest of the trip is camping, which adds to the excitement and feeling of being in an unexplored area. From the Nara La Pass (4,620m), we can see Tibet and are surrounded by barren mountains associated with that country. On another day, we follow the Karnali River, the longest river in Nepal. And, of course, there are plenty of signs this is a Tibetan Buddhist area – from the gompas and monasteries to the prayer flags fluttering in the wind. The high passes look north into Tibet, and on clear days trekkers report views toward the Kailash range. Revered by both Hindus and Buddhists, Mount Kailash attracts thousands of pilgrims yearly. Since this area is remote, there is plenty of rare flora and fauna. You might be lucky to see marmots, wolves, wild yaks, blue sheep, and even the rare Snow Leopard!
- Days20 with us
- Highest pointNyalu La, about 4,940 m
- Start / finishSimikot / Simikot
- PermitsHumla RAP: USD 50 first week, then USD 10 a day
- StayCamping
- Swotah tripFrom USD 3,890 / person
Lower Dolpo Trek: 19 Days
This demanding trek again takes you into an area that is less hiked by trekkers. Again two flights are required to reach here. Kathmandu to Nepalganj and Nepalganj to Juphal in Dolpo. And once again, this is a camping trek. This trek takes you through a desert area in the rain shadow, along the ancient salt trade route, and to Phoksundo, a high-altitude lake sitting at about 3,611 m. Set in Shey Phoksundo National Park, this lake is pristine and mesmerizing and is a designated Ramsar site. As you have probably worked out, this area is also very Tibetan-like in appearance, feel, and local inhabitants. Much of this trek is through the National Park with its pine, fir, and birch forests. Wildlife includes the Himalayan blue sheep, the Himalayan black bear, langur, rhesus monkeys, and the Snow Leopard!
Interestingly the Bon religion is still practiced in some of the villages here. This is one of the few places in the world where Bon, an older faith that looks similar to Buddhism but differs from it, is still practiced. Paths are narrow, passes are high (Numa La and Baga La are both above 5,100 m), and the going is tough. But it is a trek you will never forget.
- Days19 with us
- Highest pointNuma La, about 5,190 m
- Start / finishJuphal / Juphal
- PermitsLower Dolpo RAP (USD 20 a week) + Shey Phoksundo NP
- GuideLicensed guide mandatory
- Swotah tripSee trip page for dates and prices
Snow Leopard Trek in Dolpo: 20 Days
If you have read Peter Matthiessen's book "The Snow Leopard" (1978), you should know he wrote it after walking to Shey Gompa in Dolpo with the biologist George Schaller in 1973. This trek is based on the writer’s experience. Snow leopards live across the high mountains of northern Nepal, in several protected areas. Shey Phoksundo National Park in Dolpa is one of them. Our version stays in Lower Dolpo, crossing Baga La and Numa La and spending three nights at Phoksundo to give you more time to look for wildlife. Shey Gompa itself is in Upper Dolpo, which needs a much pricier permit. The trek begins by either driving to or flying into Nepalganj in the west of the country, then flying up to Juphal, and is again a camping trek. The trek takes you through Tibetan Buddhist landscapes and cultures to Phoksundo Lake and Shey Phoksundo National Park. All the best in spotting a Snow Leopard! Sightings are rare, so treat one as a bonus.
- Days20 with us
- Highest pointBaga La / Numa La, above 5,100 m
- Start / finishJuphal / Juphal
- PermitsLower Dolpo RAP + Shey Phoksundo NP
- StayCamping
- Swotah tripFrom USD 3,800 / person
Other Treks
Nepal has many other treks of around two to three weeks in length. And much more extended and shorter too. Our 10 best treks in Nepal and 30 best treks lists cover the rest, and you can check back into this blog periodically to find out more.
Two Week Treks in Nepal: FAQs
Can I do Everest Base Camp in two weeks?
Yes. Our trek is 14 days from arrival in Kathmandu to the flight home, with acclimatization days at Namche and Dingboche. It leaves no spare day for a cancelled Lukla flight, so add one or two days if you can.
Which two week trek is least crowded?
Manaslu is the quietest of the treks that really fit 14 days. Nar Phu, Tsum, Limi and Dolpo see far fewer people again, but they need restricted area permits and closer to three weeks.
Do I need a guide for these treks?
Yes on all the Annapurna, Manaslu, Humla and Dolpo routes, where a licensed guide has been required since 1 April 2023. In restricted areas the permit is only issued through an agency. The rule is not enforced in the Khumbu, but most people still trek there with a guide.
What is the best time for a two week trek?
March to May and October to November. In the June to September monsoon, Nar Phu, Upper Mustang and Dolpo sit in the rain shadow and stay drier than the rest. Our monsoon trekking guide explains why.
How much does a two week trek cost?
With us, Everest Base Camp starts at USD 1,620 a person and the Manaslu Circuit at USD 1,235. The remote camping treks in Humla and Dolpo start at around USD 3,800, mainly because of the flights and the camping crew.
