Tea House Trekking in Nepal

3rd May, 2019

Tea House Trekking in Nepal is a popular and accessible way to explore the stunning landscapes and rich cultural heritage of this Himalayan country. But more remote and strenuous trekking routes that require camping and carrying all your supplies, tea house trekking allows you to stay in lodges and tea houses along the trail, where you can enjoy basic but comfortable accommodations and meals.

A Complete Guide to Tea House Trekking in Nepal

Trekking in Nepal is one of the popular destinations in the world to experience about nature beauty and rich culture heritage. There are two types of trekking, Namely Tea house trekking and camping trekking in Nepal. Tea house trekking is known as lodge trekking in Nepal. Tea house trekking especially refers for staying in a lodge for every night of trek. Tea house trekking is quite cheaper and easier option than camping trekking. If you are choosing the tea house trekking in Nepal, it is a best idea because you will have an extravagance of your lifetime. If you are worried about accommodation and food in the high Himalayan areas, you have to expect simple lodge with basic accommodation and food.

Tea House Trekking in Nepal

There are many trekking routes in Nepal but most popular trekking routes are Everest Region, Annapurna Region, Langtang Region and Manaslu region. This Tea house trekking is best option for both internal and external visitors because there are many numbers of tea houses. In most of the places, tea houses are basic and some tea houses are luxurious along the trekking trails.
Almost, most of the tea houses are owned by local families, so they provide you best home cooked local food and cozy accommodation with other basic services. All the accommodations are next to their home in every trekking route. It is great opportunity to interact and know the local peoples culture and lifestyle.
Similarly, every next year there is increase in number of trekkers, tea houses and lodges in all popular trekking routes with Luxury Facilities like 24 hours hot shower, attached bathroom, Wi-Fi networks, laundry service, flush toilets, and special western meal on extra cost. If you will have your meals at the tea house, you can get free accommodation in some tea house.

What is the Tea House ?

If you are confused about “tea house”, the tea house is hotel and lodge at the trekking area in the Nepal. Simply Tea house means like tea and house. Long years ago, trekkers were having refreshments with tea, local food, and room at a cheap cost or even free of cost. Most of the typical tea houses buildings were made up of simple stone and wooden house or shelter with a basic rooms, kitchen room, eating hall and sharing toilet and bathroom.
Times are changing and peoples are also changed so the concept of style of trekking and hotel business is also changed these days. So, nowadays all the basic tea houses consists of small hotels and lodges established along the trekking routes.

Why Tea House Trekking in Nepal ?

Here is some information to choose tea house trekking in Nepal.

Flexible itinerary and affordable:
If you have time you can easily extend more days in the beautiful areas as it is cheaper than camping trekking because it do not purchase much equipment, food and trekking staff.

Light backpack:
not necessary to carry heavy camping gears or food, so it will be lighter and comfortable to carry.
Opportunity to interact and observe the culture and lifestyle of people: most of the tea houses are owned by local peoples, so it is easy to observe local culture and lifestyle.

Benefit for all Trekkers:
it is more beneficial for all trekkers like family group, solo trekkers, students groups and independent trekkers because it is comfortable and budget friendly.

Warm and Comfortable:
almost all tea houses are warm and comfortable along the trekking routes. You will have warm dining hall and bed rooms to sleep and eat well.

Chance to Meet many People:
you can meet many other people during the tea house trekking; it is great chance to explain your culture and history with others trekker.

Popular Tea House Trekking Routs in Nepal

Everest Base Camp Trek
Annapurna Base Camp Trek
Langtang Valley Trek
Manaslu Circuit Trek
Annapurna Circuit Trek
Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek
Gokyo Lake Trek
Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek

Conculsion 

Tea house trekking in Nepal is an excellent way to experience the natural beauty and culture of the Himalayas while enjoying some creature comforts along the way. Before embarking on your trek, it's advisable to research your chosen route, prepare adequately, and consider hiring a guide or joining a group if you're not an experienced trekker.