The Nepal School Expedition offers students a unique opportunity to explore some of the country’s most breath taking trekking routes while immersing themselves in its rich culture and natural beauty. Over the past 25 years, students have embarked on treks to Pikey Peak, Poon Hill, and Ama Dablam Base Camp, to name a few, each providing a distinct experience suited to different levels of challenge and adventure.  We try to change our location every couple of years, to make sure that students coming through are able to have a certain level of unique exploration and adventure.

Past Treks Include:

Pikey Peak (4,065m) – Known for its stunning panoramic views of Mount Everest, Pikey Peak is an excellent trek for students seeking a rewarding yet manageable challenge. The trail winds through rhododendron forests, traditional Sherpa villages, and Buddhist monasteries, providing an authentic cultural experience alongside spectacular mountain scenery.

Ama Dablam Base Camp (4,570m) – For those seeking a more challenging adventure, the trek to Ama Dablam Base Camp provides an exhilarating journey into the heart of the Himalayas. With awe-inspiring views of Ama Dablam, Everest, and Lhotse, this trek offers students a taste of high-altitude trekking while also passing through the famous Khumbu region, home to the legendary Sherpa people.

Poon Hill (3,210m) – One of Nepal’s most famous shorter treks. The early morning ascent to the viewpoint offers incredible sunrise views over the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain ranges, making it a truly unforgettable experience. The trail passes through lush forests, terraced farmland, and Gurung villages, allowing students to engage with the local way of life.

We have chosen to embark on long distance treks for many reasons.  Primarily to experience the worlds largest mountain range and be in awe of the people and places that such a journey can take you.  However, there is something that has more and more relevance in the modern world and in particular for young people today.

A long trek...is...well...long!  This sounds odd but much of our young peoples lives are spent at such a fast pace, short snaps and quick routines but the longer treks give enough time to  have to live life in a different way.  After walking for 3 days and realising you are not even half way ,changes everyone's perspective.  It slows life down and draws everyone in to a daily routine, where taking in the surroundings and engaging with the wonderful people in the Himalaya's becomes the sole purpose of the daily routine.

The time away at the beginning of the trip helps bond the team and release some of the pace of life we carry in the UK.

Bistari, Bistari or Slowly, Slowly.

The trek is not a sprint, it is about putting miles in your shoes and taking the days one day at a time.  A good walking fitness is what is needed and those that try to sprint up the mountains will find it more challenging than they expect.

Yes it is tough and yes it has it's challenges but it is important for our young people to not imagine to be like a DofE expedition.  Our belongings for the duration are carried by our amazing porter team, so all we carry during the day is a small backpack with water and jacket and a few essentials.

It is good to prepare for the trek and extra exercise in the months leading up to the trek is important to build that fitness but this can be incorporated with normal daily routines.  Walking to school instead of catching a bus or getting a lift.  After a sports fixture going for a walk at the end of the day as well.  Making sure that on a weekend a steep hill is hiked up.  There are many things that can be added on to daily routines that will help.  If you are not a sporty person you may have to go a few extra miles and engage in something aerobic, that gets your lungs working and heart pumping but I suppose this is no bad thing and may help encourage fitness routines in the future.