The Top 20 Gorges in the Himalaya
Gorges are incredibly beautiful places, and you’ve got 20
to choose from in the Himalaya. Just browse our list of the best gorges below and see photos, tips and extra info to help you visit one of these beautiful places on your next adventure in the Himalaya.
to choose from in the Himalaya. Just browse our list of the best gorges below and see photos, tips and extra info to help you visit one of these beautiful places on your next adventure in the Himalaya.
Last updated: December 4, 2025
Marsyangdi Valley
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The Marsyangdi River Valley is beautiful. Although a road has been created connecting Besi Sahar to Manang, this valley has not lost its charm. By walking it is possible to appreciate small villages where life flows slowly.
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Dudh Koshi Suspension Bridge at Phunki Thanga (3,300 m)
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Trekking from Namche Bazar to Tengboche you must cross the Dudh Koshi River. The Namche Bazar exit point is at about 3,600 m. The foot path follows the contour line …
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Marsyangdi Gorge Ascent to Tal
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The ascent to the valley leads over a steep slope with partly huge boulders through the canyon-like gorge of Marsyangdi. During my hike there was a spartan tea house in the middle of the slope, a blessing!
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Landslide area (Pine Trail, Annapurna Conservation Area)
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The 'Landslide Area' is an area of possible landslides. In this part you have to be very careful, and it is advisable to walk these twenty minutes in a group …
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Temple and waterfalls in the Annapurna Conservation Area
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Great view and good for a little break after all the stairs
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Scenic Road Between Chame and Pisang
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The road connecting Chame and Pisang is an engineering jewel. In fact, the road, which passes near the Marsyangdi River, was carved into the rock.
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Taktsang Waterfall
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Before the final climb to the 'Taktsang Palphug Monastery', the path leads down steps into a rock cut. Here, a 100-meter-high waterfall falls deep into the gorge.
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Road to Himalaya
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In the distance, the village of Himalaya appears, a small town under imposing rock faces.
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Kali Gandaki River Valley
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In this place it is possible to admire the valley of the Kali Ghandaki river, splendid even when the river is dry.
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View of Machhakhola River Valley
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Down through the village as if heading to the chainbridge at the bottom of the steps turn left and up through the goat and donkey enclosures.
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