Megan Maxwell

The mud squished below my boots, as I tried my best to avoid patches of ice and snow that littered the mountain I was descending. The sky was getting darker. My hiking partner Buckey yelled at me from ahead, “I found a stream.” We had walked all day, trying to conserve the murky pond water that filled our water bottles. The pond had been the only water source we had … [Read more...] about Walking Nepal’s Great Himalaya Trail

For most travelers, trekking in the Himalaya is the main reason to visit Nepal. By far the most popular treks in Nepal are the Annapurna Circuit and Everest Base Camp and with good reason. They are easily accessible, developed to suit the needs of trekkers, and there are always fellow travelers around to befriend. However, crowds are common in peak season, and there’s not … [Read more...] about The 5 Best Treks in Nepal