The Great Himalaya Trail (GHT) is the world’s longest and highest trekking route, a vast network spanning the entire Himalayan range (Nepal, India, Bhutan, Tibet), famed for its challenging High Route past 8,000m peaks and cultural Low Route through remote villages, offering unparalleled biodiversity, dramatic landscapes, and deep cultural immersion from lush valleys to arid plateaus, ideal for adventurous trekkers seeking the ultimate Himalayan experience. 

Key Features:

Length & Scope: A proposed network stretching ~4,500 km across the Himalayas; the Nepal section alone is ~1,700 km, from Kangchenjunga in the East to Hilsa in the West.

Routes: Includes a strenuous High Route (over 5,000m passes, technical sections) and a cultural Low Route (mid-hills, villages, less extreme altitudes).

Landscapes: Diverse terrains from tropical forests to alpine deserts, deep gorges, high passes (up to 6,160m), and views of the world’s highest peaks.

Culture: Connects isolated communities, offering authentic cultural experiences with diverse ethnic groups like Gurung, Tamang, and Sherpa.

Challenge: Demands high fitness, extensive experience, and flexibility due to severe weather, altitude, rugged terrain, and remote logistics.

Purpose: Promotes sustainable tourism, supports remote economies, and offers unique adventures for dedicated trekkers. 

The Experience

Immersion: Deep immersion into Himalayan life, ancient traditions, and stunning natural beauty.

Sections: Can be trekked in parts (weeks) or as a multi-month expedition.

Logistics: Requires significant planning, gear, and adaptability, often involving difficult, unmarked sections.