Limi Valley Trek - 18 Days Trekking

Limi Valley Trek Overview

Limi Valley Trek in Jumla offers access to rarely visited and mystic Limi Valley is like stepping back in time. Due to the isolated location, the villages are very untouched by modern development. Century-old Buddhist traditions interwoven with shamanistic influences are still an important part of daily life here.

Hidden deep within the Wilderness in the Himalayas of Nepal is Humla: the most northern and isolated district of Nepal. Humla is culturally diverse, settled by highlanders known as Bhotias in the northern part and occupied by Hindu Khasas in the southern valley and riverbeds. You will experience this cultural diversity and rich a local tradition. Trekking through remote villages crossing over 16000 ft high passes and discovering ancient Tibetan Buddhist monasteries in vivid Limi Valley.

You follow the ancient salt trading and pilgrimage route to the border of Nepal and China, crossing the Nara La pass (4620 m) with spectacular views of the Himalayas. From the border town of Hilsa, you turn northeast towards the Limi Valley. During this trek, you have a chance to spot the elusive snow leopard, Himalayan blue sheep, jackals, hyenas, and musk deer. You sleep in authentic, small Buddhist villages and camp in amazing spots amidst the snow-capped mountains.

Due to its remote location, Humla is still an “off-the-beaten trek destination”. Especially in spring and summer,r you’ll see very few tourists.