• Nepal among top ten destinations for solo adventure travel

    Nepal among top ten destinations for solo adventure travel

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    Nepal is among the top ten destinations for solo adventure travel in summer 2025 , according to a panel of travel experts.

    As searches for solo active holidays increased by 23% in the last year, many people are looking to explore the world under their own steam.

    In response to this demand, Much Better Adventures has created an expert-led guide to the top 25 countries for solo adventure travel in 2025, shaped by years of experience designing small group adventures for thousands of independent-minded travellers.

    Nepal ranks seventh in the world of best destinations for solo adventure travel in 2025, due to its breathtaking landscapes and once-in-a-lifetime experiences for independent travellers.

    Home to the world’s highest peaks, the Everest Base Camp trek, and the opportunity to go jungle rafting in Chitwan, Nepal is also affordable for thrill-seekers. With a low average meal cost of just £1.40 in GBP, and a biodiversity score of over 100, Nepal combines affordability with rich natural diversity.

    Kirsty Holmes, content manager at Much Better Adventures, recently got back from solo travelling around the country. She said: “While it’s undeniable that arriving into Nepal is a sensory overload, you’ll soon find that the welcoming nature of Nepalis make this a fantastic place to travel solo.

    “In the cities, many people speak English and are well-versed when it comes to helping international travellers. If you’re planning to go trekking, a local guide is mandatory in many of the national parks and protected regions, and they can facilitate your stays at village teahouses in the Himalayas. From hiking in the Annapurna region to travelling by coach to Chitwan, I soon felt at home in this small but diverse nation.”

    Italy ranked top in the index, followed by Japan and Norway in the top three places for solo travel.

    The solo destination guide highlights places that strike the right balance of safety, sustainability, accessibility and adventure, taking into account factors like affordability, safety, and how popular each destination is with their own customer data.

    The top 10 countries for 2025 solo adventure are Italy , Japan ,Norway ,Spain ,Albania ,Portugal ,Nepal , Montenegro , Jordan and Greece , according to a release issued by tank.co.uk

    Sam Bruce, CMO and Co-Founder of Much Better Adventures, says: “There are so many wild corners of the world still to explore, which is as exciting as it is overwhelming. That can make it tough to decide where to go next, especially if you’re travelling solo. This index brings together the places our adventure experts are most excited about for solo travel in 2025, shaped by years of first-hand experience both exploring and helping others do the same.”

    “Some of the most rewarding experiences come when you go beyond the usual tourist hotspots and into the wild places most guides overlook. Escaping the crowds doesn’t just make for a better trip, it also helps tourism have a more positive impact and gives you a deeper connection to the places you’re visiting.”

    ‘Nepal offers solo travellers an incredible combination of breathtaking scenery, deep-rooted spiritual traditions and some of the warmest hospitality anywhere in the world. It’s remarkably affordable and safe, but what truly stays with you is how welcoming and open the people are, from the vibrant streets of Kathmandu to the peaceful teahouses high in the Himalayas, ‘ he added.

    June 25 , 2025 Photo courtesy : tank.co.uk

    For more information : muchbetteradventures.com

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