Treks in the west of Nepal are quite different from treks in other parts of the country. The region is less developed and has fewer facilities available for the visitors. This makes trekking here much more of an exploration type and intending trekkers must be prepared for some delays and other hardships. It is also considerably more expensive to trek in the remote parts of the west.

Popular trekking areas in this region are Lower Dolpo and Upper Dolpo , Simikot, and Jumla Rara Lake . The best time to visit is the traditional trekking seasons of spring and autumn. The northern parts are also suitable for summer.