Friendship Trek

Why trek in Nepal?

Just as most capital cities are not fully representative of their respective countries, so Kathmandu is not fully representative of Nepal. If you have the time and energy to trek, then don't miss the opportunity to leave Kathmandu and see the spectacular beauty and the unique culture of Nepal. Fortunately for the visitor, there are still only few roads extending deeply in to the hills, so the only way to truly visit the remote regions of the kingdom is in the slowest and most intimate manner - walking.more .......

Welcome to Nepal. Since ancient times, this land has held a fascination for man. Sages and pilgrims came here to explore the mysteries of life and nature more .......

According to mythology, the Tibetan people are the descendents of a male Monkey and a female Rock-demon. This tale may have been invented by outsiders when they witnessed the Tibetan custom of covering or painting their faces to protect themselves from harsh weather conditions. more .......

Bhutan is one of the best-kept secrets in the travel industry. Due to its relative isolation, the country was hardly known to the outside world and until 1960, Western visitors rarely visited the country. more .......

The land of mountain crests lies between the kingdom of Bhutan, Nepal and the plateau of Tibet. This small stretch of rugged land may just be a speck on the world map but its size belies its richness and diversity of culture, customs, heritage, flora and fauna. more .......

Years ago the mountain spurs, on the slopes of which the hill station of Darjeeling now stands, formed a part of the independent kingdom of Sikkim and was covered with dense forest. more .......

If you can trek why not climb??

Just If you can trek why not climb??Friendship Trek is the pioneers of the first mountaineering school for westerners in Nepal. Nepal is the perfect classroom clear skies, warm days and consistent conditions. We do not want to just lead you to the top of a snow - capped mountain. We want to teach you the skills to make you a competent team member of any future mountaineering expedition. Our ratio of one instructor to three when learning skills or being guided, means you will get high level of attention we consider necessary.more .......