15 Best Summer Treks in Nepal

15 Best Summer Treks in Nepal After a long and boring lockdown from the pandemic, we know your muscles are getting stretched up for a nice and peaceful trek in the summer.  So, after quite a research, we will give you ideas on where you can trek during this summer for a nice refreshment.

 Are you ready with your backpacks, we have a nice and long blog on the 15 Best Summer Treks List in Nepal.

 Let’s go down the hill..!!

Everest Base Camp Trek is the Best Summer Trek 

Everest Base Camp Trek is one of our favorite treks to do in the summer. Probably, this trek is unimaginable to do in winter, so Summer is the best season to do the trek.

The trek takes you to an elevation of 5,600 meters in Kalapatthar offering you a nice and clear view of the world’s tallest mountain, Mt. Everest (Sagarmatha).  On average the trek takes about 14 days and is of moderate difficulty.

This Everest base camp trek is also called one of the most beautiful and mostly trekked routes in the world. Due to the magnificent and panoramic view of the mountains, the trek is also known as the best trekking route in Nepal.

Everest Base Camp Trek Information

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What to do:

The most fascinating thing to do during the Everest summer trek is observing and participating in the Dumji Festival. This is one of the greatest festivals of the Sherpa Community of the Everest Region.

This festival falls either in the second half of June or the first half of July. Dumji Festival Trek lets you enjoy the masked dances performed by the monks at the monastery premises for four days.

At this festival, the Sherpa people gather at monasteries of Tengboche, Khumjung, Phakding, Namche Bazar, Pangboche, and Thame. Each family organizes the drinking, dancing, and merry-making each year in turn.

What to see:

The summer weather in the Everest Region is unpredictable. It rains in the summer season in almost every part of Nepal. However, the views after the rainfall stops are spectacular. The snowcapped peaks washed by the heavy rain unleash their beauty to the fullest.

The new leaves and boughs of the spring trees are grown into maturity. The forests of birch, pine, rhododendron, fir, and many other alpine plants look amazingly beautiful.

When the sunrays touch the Giant Mountains, glacial lakes, lush valleys, and green forests, they look dazzling. 

Gokyo Lake Trek 

Gokyo Lake Trek or Gokyo Valley Trek as the name suggests goes around the  Khumbu Pasang Lamhu municipality located at 5,357 m above sea level.

 A few things that make Gokyo Lake Trek a nice choice as a Summer Trek destination are that you can have a clear sky, beautiful rhododendron flowers, and a blooming forest. Along the trek, you can also watch the random frozen waterfalls that escalate from the snow-capped mountains.

 The trek takes around 12 days to complete, and you can also watch Mount Everest, and ancient monasteries, and a lot about Himalayan life in the trek.  Gokyo Lake Trek can also be done through the EBC trek, or also directly. 

Gokyo Lake Trek Information

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Things to See:

Gokyo Lake Trek offers you the chance to observe the natural network of 19 glacial lakes of the Gokyo Valley.

The Fifth Gokyo Lake (4,980m) is one of the vantage points from where you can see four 8,000ers of the Mahalangur Himalayan Range.

From the top of Gokyo Ri (5,357m), you see Mt. Everest (8,849m), Mt. Lhotse (8,516m), Mt. Makalu (8, 481m), and Mt. Cho Oyu (8,201m) respectively.

Another thing to see in trekking to Gokyo Lake Valley is the Ngozumpa Glacier. It is the longest glacier in the Himalayas with 36 km/22 ml length.

Things to Do:

Gokyo Lake Trek is famous for Gokyo Ri Climbing, which is one of the major attractions of this trek. Climbing the 5,357m peak takes from 6-7 hours depending upon your Nepal trekking experience and physical stamina.

Hiking to Cho Oyu Base Camp (5,573m) is another thing to do during the Gokyo Valley Trek. Likewise, you get to be familiar with the authentic Sherpa lifestyle, cuisines, culture, and tradition in the Gokyo Village.

Annapurna Base Camp Trek 

Another destination for the summer trek is our most beautiful Annapurna Base Camp Trek aka ABC Trek. The ABC trek route also falls among the best trekking routes in Nepal, making it a choice for thousands of domestic and foreign tourists before the pandemic happened.

ABC trek comes with a classic trekking route that passes beautiful local villages with perfectly carved terraced fields.  The base camp is located at a height of 4,130 m above sea level and offers a perfect panoramic view of the Annapurna range.

During the trek, you will visit some famous sanctuaries in Annapurna, a bowl-shaped glacier that lies just below the range.  What makes the trek even more exciting is the wide range of flora and fauna that will be blooming as you pass the route mesmerized by its beauty.

Normally, the trek is completed in 7 days, but it also can expand depending upon the situation. You will need both TIMS and Annapurna Conservation Area to complete the trek.

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Things to See:

Trekking to Annapurna Base Camp in summer offers you splendid panoramas of the green forests and lush valleys. The colorful flowering plants including varieties of rhododendrons make the sight more pleasant.

Annapurna Summer Trek lets you know more about the local culture and tradition as in this season they remain in leisure.

Things to Do:

Summer season in Nepal is the time for paddy plantation in the field with irrigation. The people of the Annapurna Region trek are busy planting rice seedlings during this season. Thus, you can participate and learn about the traditional way of paddy plantation in Nepal.

When the rain stops, the surroundings look refreshing with the sparkling peaks peeping out at you.

Upper Mustang Trek

Upper Mustang Trek is a bucket list goal for many people here in Nepal. So, without a doubt, Mustang is a traveler’s paradise. Isolated from the rest of the world and quarantined within the stone walls, Upper Mustang carries primitive traditions, knowledge, and experience to this date.

 Mustang is surrounded by dry mountains in a rain-shadow area because of which people living in Mustang have very difficulties in irrigation.  During the trek in Upper Mustang, you can notice that the culture, dress, and food are mostly Tibetian because of its close location with Tibet.

 The Upper Mustang Trek takes nearly 14 days to complete the trek where you can visit the capital of Upper Mustang Lo Manthang, and learn about monasteries that are more than 100 years old or even the oldest in the world.

 In winter, the path may be obstructed by heavy snowfalls, so doing the trek in Summer is a likable choice. Also, to visit the Upper Mustang, you need to take a TACAP and RAP trek permit. 

Upper Mustang Trek Information

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Things to See:

Upper Mustang Region lies in the rain shadow area of the Dhaulagiri (8,167m) and the Annapurna (8,091m) Massifs. Therefore, Upper Mustang Trekking in summer is the best option for trekking in Nepal.

The splendid views of the snowcapped peaks of the Annapurna Massif and the Dhaulagiri Massif make this trek more fascinating.

The semi-arid landscapes of the Trans-Himalayan Region and the Tibetan Plateau look more magnificent in the summer season.

Things to Do:

Besides the Upper Mustang Tiji Festival Trek, the Yartung Festival is another attraction of this wonderful landscape. Also known as the Horse Riding Festival, you can participate in the Yartung Festival if you plan this trek around August Full-Moon.

You will enjoy the cultural dances performed in the traditional music of the Manangese and the Mustangese people.

Upper Mustang Trek in summer also lets you have insights about their unique lifestyle, culture, and tradition.

Mardi Himal Trek

Although the Mardi Himal Trek captures the most precious gems of sunsets, waterfalls, and forests it is just a 7 day trek making it a short trek.  The best part about doing a Mardi Himal trek in summer is that you can just walk into the forest colored in red by rhododendrons and not worry about getting lost.

 The trek to Mardi Himal Base Camp trek also offers a pristine view of undisturbed landscapes with a few glacial lakes as well.  More importantly, the locals here are unbelievably friendly and hospitable which will make you feel like visiting the place again and again.

Mardi Himal camp Trek Information

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Things to See:

Mardi Himal Trek is one of the most preferred treks in the Annapurna Region. As the maximum altitude to reach is Mardi Himal Base Camp (4,500m), this trek is accessible throughout the year.

Mardi Himal Trek in the summer season rewards you with the renewed scenery of the snowy peaks, green forests, and lush valleys. The summer rains almost always wash up this beautiful region that glows in the sunshine.

The scenic beauty and the snowcapped peaks look breathtakingly magnificent during the summer season.

Things to Do:                                                      

Trekking to Mardi Himal Base Camp in the summer season is the best way to traverse through the less-crowded trails.

You can converse with the local people to know more about their typical lifestyle, culture, and tradition in this season.

While stopping at the Tourism Capital of Nepal i.e. the Lake City Pokhara, you can experience some adventurous sports activities besides sightseeing tours.

You can try out a zip flyer, hot air ballooning, boating on the Phewa Lake, and paragliding in Pokhara during Mardi Trek in the summer season.

Annapurna Circuit Trek

Annapurna Circuit Trek is one of the finest treks in Nepal that will take you through the entire Annapurna range. In the trek, you will achieve a maximum elevation of 5,416 m above sea level at Thorong La Pass.

One specialty about this trek is that it offers a majestic view of the Annapurna range, and Kali Gandaki River, at every turn you take. Along that, the trek also takes you to the Muktinath Temple, one of the holiest temples in Nepal.

Even in the summer, after the trek, you can rest at Tato Pani where a hot spring will be waiting for you to erase your tiredness. 

Annapurna Circuit Trek Information

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Things to See:

Annapurna Circuit Trek Route moves from the Marsyangdi River Valley to the Muktinath Jomsom Valley.

The appealing views of the towering peaks of the Annapurna and the Dhaulagiri Massifs are perhaps the best things to see during the Annapurna Trek in the summer season.

The forests of the ACAP are the home to various birds, animals, and butterflies. The summer trek around the Annapurna Region rewards you with the lifelong experience of biodiversity.

Things to Do:

Annapurna Round Trekking Route moves across the Manang and Lower Mustang Region. Thus, around the full moon of August, you can observe the Yartung Festival, also called the Horse Riding Festival.

Participating in the cultural celebrations of the Yartung Festival is one of the things to do during the Annapurna Circuit Trek in the summer season.

Crossing Thorung La Pass (5,416m) is the most adventurous thing to do in the summer Annapurna Round Trek.

Langtang Valley Trek

Located near the distance from the capital, Kathmandu, Langtang Valley Trek can be started with an 8-hour drive. However, the trek still needs 8 days on average to complete.

Trekking to Langtang Valley in summer offers spectacular views of Langtang National Park. Also, most of the animals are active during summer, so you can see plenty of beautiful creatures on your trek.

One of the soothing things about Langtang is that it offers elegant views of sunrise from Tserko Ri. Other major highlights include multiple Kundas like Gosaikunda, Surya Kunda, and Saraswati Kunda.  In Langtang, you can also get yourself famous cheese products as well as visit the Yak farms nearby. People also visit Langtang for Gosaikunda which carries a very religious belief in Hinduism.

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Things to See:

Langtang Valley Trek leads you to one of the closest trekking regions from the Kathmandu Valley.

You will enjoy the most blissful surroundings while trekking to Langtang Valley in the summer season.

The rain-washed green forests, landscapes, and the gorgeous Himalayas call nature lovers from all over the world.

As it is the planting season, you can see the native people working in their fields to plant many seasonal crops.

Things to Do:

There are a few things to do while making Langtang Valley Trek in the summer season. It is the right time for a bird-watching tour in the Langtang National Park.

If you want to research the flowering and non-flowering plants, you can set out for the summer Langtang Trek.

Langtang Gosainkunda Trek in the summer season lets you participate in the Janai Purnima Festival. The sacred lakes of the Gosainkunda Valley Trek are visited by thousands of Buddhist and Hindu pilgrims in August.

You can learn about the Janai Purnima Festival and its celebration methods in this trek.

Everest View Trek

Everest View Trek is for those people who have limited time on their vacation and choose the easy level of trekking rather than the hard level which can be done through EBC trek.  As the name, the trek will take you to the Everest region and show you some excellent picturesque views of mountains like Thamserku, Kangten, Nuptse, and Kusum Kangaru, including the top of Mount Everest as well.

The trek offers beautiful views of mountains, glacial lakes, and the Sagarmatha National Park. Clear Sky and forest-covered with Rhododendron adds beauty 

Everest View Trek Information

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Things to See:

Everest View Trek in the summer season begins from Lukla, the gateway to Everest Base Camp Trek, Everest Three High Passes Trek, and Gokyo Trek. Then, it reaches up to Tengboche Monastery, the largest of the entire Khumbu Region.

The majestic mountain peaks of the Everest Region including three 8,000ers are the most blissful things to see in summer Everest View Trek.

The birds, butterflies, and animals living in the Sagarmatha National Park are other things to make your trip more meaningful.

The lifestyle, culture, and tradition of the Sherpa community are some other things to see in Everest View Trek in the summer season.

Things to Do:                                                      

Although an international trekker to the Everest Region, you can not only observe but also participate in the Dumje Festival.

Dumje Festival is one of the major festivals of the Sherpa Community celebrated in the summer. You can learn to dance in their traditional music by wearing the Sherpa cultural attire.

Upper Dolpo Trek

If you are a hardcore adventurer who loves to trek in the untouched lands, then Upper Dolpo Trek is for you. Upper Dolpo is one of the remotest places in Nepal, and unlike other treks mentioned above, it usually takes a month to complete the trek. Hence, making it a long trek.

The trek offers you a mesmerizing view of Phoksundo Lake and mountains like Dhaulagiri and Kanjirowa. One of the major highlights of the trek is that you will pass different passes above 5,000 m high sea level

Upper Dolpo Trek Information

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Things to See:

Upper Dolpo Trek takes you around Dolpo Region located in the Trans-Himalayan Region. It is another rain shadow area of Nepal, which receives low or no rainfall even in the summer season or monsoon.

Dolpo Region is famous for growing yarsagumba (Cordyceps Sinensis). So, from mid-May to the end of June, it is time for the yarsagumba collection. You can see yarsagumba in its natural form.

Upper Dolpo Trek in the summer season offers you the authentic form of Bon Po Religion and its practices. Moreover, you can see the Tibetan culture and tradition in the Nepalese territory.

You can also observe a few festivals in the Summer Dolpo Trek. Shey Festival is celebrated in August according to the Tibetan Calendar. However, this five-day festival falls once in twelve years in the Dragon Year.

In addition, a couple of Shamanic festivals are also celebrated in July and August respectively. You can see the Dhamis performing masked dance in these festivals.

Things to Do:                                                      

Among a few things to do in Upper Dolpo Trek in the summer season, you will get to traverse through a section of the Great Himalayan Trail (GHT).

You will cross Jungben La Pass (5,550m) besides visiting more than a thousand years old Bon Buddhist monasteries.

Kanchenjunga base Camp Trek 

One of the popular base camp treks after EBC and ABC is Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek. Surrounded by hills on the northern side, the Kanchenjunga trek route is covered with the beautiful national flower of Nepal, the Rhododendron.

Mt. Kanchenjunga is the third-highest mountain in the world, and the trek to its base camp will be adventurous, thrilling, and exciting.  One of the best highlights of the trek would be encountering the Young Glacier at a height of 5143 meters.

Kanchenjunga base Camp Trek Information

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Things to See:

The first things to see during the Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek in the summer season are four of the highest peaks on Earth! Mt. Everest, Mt. Kanchenjunga, Mt. Lhotse, and Mt. Makalu are seen at their best appearance while traversing through the rugged trail.

The dense green forests of fir and rhododendrons dwelt by various birds, butterflies, and animals are seen in this trip.

You will see the remote tribal villages around the world’s third-highest peak, Mt. Kanchenjunga (8,586m).

Things to Do:                          

Kanchenjunga Trek in the summer is best for those who love camping trekking in Nepal. You will get to walk along the solitude trails while doing Kanchenjunga Trekking in summer.

If you love researching remote ecosphere, KBC Trek is the best option.

The Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trekking Route moves across the Rai and Limbu villages reflecting their culture and tradition. In other words, you will be doing the Kirant Cultural Heritage Trail Tour as well.

Makalu Base Camp Trek

Like the Upper Dolpo Trek, the Makalu Base Camp Trek route is also one of the remote trekking routes in Nepal.  In the trek, you can encounter several peaks that are over 8000 m high including Mt. Everest as well. Along with that, you can also witness some amazing wildlife, rhododendron forests, and more sides of Eastern Nepal.

One of the unique things you may have a chance to encounter during the Makalu Base Camp Trek is the rare Red Panda. 

Makalu Base Camp Trek Information

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Things to See:

Makalu Trek in the summer season is a distinct experience of summer trekking in Nepal. You see the classic hamlets of the Hindus, Buddhists, and Kirant people.

Besides Mt. Makalu, you will also witness the soaring peaks of Everest and Kanchenjunga Regions.

This region is famous for cardamom farming, so you can observe the tracts full of cardamom plantations.

The alpine forests sheltered by diverse butterflies, birds, and animals are also seen during Makalu Base Camp Trek in the summer season.

Things to Do:                                                      

Among the things to do in Makalu Base Camp trekking, you will be crossing Kongma La Pass (5,545m). This pass is one of the highest passes in the Himalayas across the globe.

You will be doing one of the adventurous trekking in Nepal in the summer season. Exploration of the cultural aspects of the Arun Valley is another thing to do in this trek.

Don’t forget to visit the sacred Barun Village located near the Makalu Barun National Park.

Ghorepani Ghandruk Trek

Ghorepani Ghandruk Trek is one of those few short treks that are traveler’s favorite. The trek offers spectacular views of Sunsets and Sunrises along with the magnificent beauty of the Annapurna Range making it a perfect place to trek in Summer. With a clear sky and warm weather, there won’t be many travel delays and changes in the itinerary.

Some major highlights in the Ghorepani Trek would be going through more than 1000 stairs  (ascending or descending) while capturing the panoramic views of the Annapurna ranges, and the golden color during the sunsets.

Ghorepani Ghandruk Trek Information

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Things to See:

Ghorepani Ghandruk Trek in the summer season lets you see the largest rhododendron forests in the world.

From Poon Hill (3,210m), you will enjoy some of the best sunrise views of the Annapurna and the Dhaulagiri Massifs.

Also called Annapurna Sunrise View Trek, the scenery from Poon Hill is said to be some of the best sunrise views in the world.

While doing the summer Ghandruk Trek, you will get to see beautiful villages settled by the Brave Gurkhas. These villages are known for their clean surroundings and well-maintained trekking routes in the Annapurna Region.

Things to Do:

Before and after the Ghandruk Ghorepani Trek, you can do some adventurous activities in Pokhara. You will visit Ghandruk Village, which is one of the largest Gurkha villages in Nepal.

The Gurung Museum of Ghandruk Village is another highlight of this trek. Thus, you will learn about the tools and technology of the Gurung ethnic communities.

Due to the easy trail and low terrain, you can do this trek with your family members of any age. The villages of this region are the best sites for conducting sociological and anthropological research on the Gurung ethnic communities.

Gokyo Chola Pass Everest Base Camp Trek

Naming the trek after the high pass Chola Pass (5,330 m), the Gokyo Chola Pass Trek is undoubtedly one of the most adventurous treks in the Everest Region. The trek starts from Lukla and normally takes around 19 days to complete the trek. However, the duration may alter depending upon the acclimatization period in the trek.

In the trek, you will climb Gokyo Ri (5,480 m) after crossing the Gokyo Lake. To watch a better view of Mount Everest, the trek takes us to Kalaptthaar, where we can enjoy the top view of Mount Everest. 

Gokyo Chola Pass Everest Base Camp Trek Information

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Things to See:

Gokyo Cho La Pass Everest Base Camp Trek in the summer trek is a wonderful combination of nature, culture, and adventure.

You will see the Sherpa religious shrines, culture and tradition, and the gorgeous peaks, flora, and fauna of Sagarmatha National Park.

Since this trek begins from Lukla and moves towards EBC via Gokyo Lake across Cho La Pass (5,420m), you will see the overall surroundings of the Everest Region.

Things to Do:

You take part in and observe the summer festivals of the Everest Region. Climbing Gokyo Ri offers you the spellbinding views of four 8,000ers and high Himalayan Valleys.

Crossing Cho La Pass is another thing to do during the Gokyo Cho La Pass Everest Base Camp Trek.

Manaslu Circuit Trek

Trekking to Manaslu circuit the eighth highest mountain in the world offers you a jaw-dropping view continually in the route. With fast-flowing rivers, lush vegetation, and rare species of flora, the Manaslu region is a hidden gem in Nepal.

Manaslu Circuit Trek is also blessed with a soaring view of Mt. Manaslu, Cheo Himal, Himlung Himal, Nemjung, Gyaji Kang, Kang Guru, and Annapurna II. Normally the trek takes around 14 days, conquering the highest point in a trek at Larkya La Pass (5,167 m). 

Manaslu Circuit Trek Information

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Things to See:

Manaslu Circuit Trek is an off-beat trekking in Nepal located in the historical Gorkha District. The majestic peaks of Ganesh Himal and Manaslu Range, the flora and fauna of Manaslu Conservation Area, and the true flavor of Tibetan Buddhist culture and tradition are some of the things to see in Manaslu Circuit Trek in summer.

The pastoral villages of the magical Manaslu Region are some things to enjoy while traversing through this region.

You will see farmers working in their fields to plant paddy seedlings and many seasonal vegetables.

Things to Do:

Crossing Larkya La Pass (5,106m) is one of the things to do in Manaslu Circuit Trekking in summer.

Before that, you will visit Nubri Valley and Lower Tsum Valley, which are dwelt by mostly Gurung people.

If you love, you can do paddy seedling plantation with the local farmers for a different experience.

Hiking to Manaslu Base Camp (4,700m) and Birendra Lake exploration are the most fabulous things to do in this trek.

Taste the typical food items found on the Manaslu Circuit Trekking Trail to make your trip more distinct.

Tsum Valley Trek

Tsum Valley Trek is located in the Manaslu Region making it the few unexplored places that we have in Nepal. The trek makes you walk in the off-beaten path of the Manaslu region to explore more of its beauty.  Tsum Valley carries a small aura of Tibetian culture resulting from the random appearance of monasteries, chortens, and Gompas during the trek.

The natural rivers, waterfalls, and mountains make Tsum Valley one of the most secluded valleys in Nepal. Overall the trek takes 16 days to complete and covers the highest altitude of the trek at the Nile

Tsum Valley Trek Information

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Things to See:

Since Tsum Valley Trek lies in the Manaslu Region, you will see the things that you see while doing the Manaslu Circuit Trek.

Apart from this, you will see the Bon Po Religion and its unique practices in Tsum Valley. Tsum Valley is also called the Hidden Valley of Happiness.

The birds and animals of this region are other things to see during the Tsum Valley Trek because killing is forbidden here.             

Tsum Valley Trek can also be combined with the Manaslu Circuit Trek. Visiting the ancient Buddhist monasteries is the most interesting thing to do in Tsum Valley Trek.

Tsum Valley Trek in the summer season is a perfect blend of culture, nature, and adventure. The surrounding looks incredibly beautiful after the summer rains stop.

Talk with the local people to know more about their lifestyle, culture, and traditions in your leisure time.

What Not to do:

• Trek alone
• Give money to the beggars
• Say “Hello”
• Enter anyone’s household, temples, and monasteries with your shoes on
•  Public Display of affection
• Be mindful of what you wear
• Talk loudly while in the Public
• Drink tap water
•  Stay alert in a crowded place

What Not to forget:

• Social Etiquette of Nepal
• Adventure Experiences in Nepal
• Water Safety in Nepal
• Nepali Food (Dal Bhat)
• Everest Mountain Flight Tours
• You can extend your Nepal Visa pretty easily 

Nepal Visa on Arrival steps

• Nepal Visa fees
• All tourists require a visa to enter Nepal
• Visa and entry requirements for Nepal