What is the best season for trekking in Nepal?

Well, Nepal have four good seasons in a year namely Spring (Mid Feb to May), Summer and Monsoon (rainy wet months) from mid June last till mid September, with Autumn / Falls from mid September till November months, and Winter months from December till mid February. Trekking can be of few days to more than a month too. So, if you are looking for trekking in Nepal then choice is yours when to start your trek. If you are planning for short trekking and especially a moderate trekking for few days to a week then you can do it nearly all months of the year. But you should avoid monsoon that means months of July to August. For adventurous and longer trekking which lasts from a week to months and involves high passes, you need to be little aware. These long trekking need more fitness and awareness because they can be little tricky and difficult. So, picking these trek-kings and picking best time of the year to do these trekking matter most for safety trekking. So, March to May and September till December is the best time for doing adventurous trekking in Nepal.

How cold will be trekking and will it be sunny or not?

It depends on which trekking region and which destination you are picking. Well, most of the days in trekking seasons are sunny with bright sunlight till afternoon time. But be aware, Himalayan weather sometimes can be unpredictable and can get overcast with snow and rains with hailstorms on higher areas of Himalaya. However, during March to May most of the days will be sunny. As your reach higher area it can get cloudy in the afternoon bringing chill and cold wind. Morning and night time will be much cooler around march to may at above 2,000 m. While in moths of September to early December day will be clear with sunshine. But days will be short during these months. Morning and night time will be cold as these are the cold months in Nepal. Even in the shades you will feel cold.

How safe is trekking in Nepal?

As long, you join with reputed, local or abroad travel / adventure agents it will be a safe holiday. Because you will be well looked from arrival to departure. We provide expert guides who knows the area of trekking very well with enough knowledge to care of clients throughout the journey. We also provide strong porter who even knows better than guide in some situations.So, you will be well accompanied during your trekking. Thus trekking in Nepal is safe if everything goes well. But sometimes it can be little harsh. The unpredictable weather, lack of well sleep, change of foods and natural calamities can make it really worse. Altitude sickness is one of the major factor of letting you down during trekking in high regions. We used to send first aid kits with our guide, if in case yon need first-aid treatments. In some scenarios first aid treatments wont be enough. If you need medical emergency then we are always ready to provide that with helicopter rescues.

What happens when someone is sick/ get health problem on treks?

All will be taken with well care as per the situations. For normal mild sickness, one can stay in the same place for few days and take time to recover. Do not worry, you will be looked after by our guides/staffs. After feeling better, you can continue or return back to Kathmandu city. As you may know that we used to send first aid kit with our guide/staff.For normal injury and issues the medicines inside kit will be sufficient. For severe illness like AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness), if the symptoms does not improve and gets worse, where our guides/staffs and office in Kathmandu will organize immediate emergency evacuation by any means of transport or with quick helicopter services. The top priority remains in saving life. We will put our all effort to take to nearest medical facilities or back in Kathmandu for proper care.

What age groups do you accept for booking?

Again this depends on the trekking destinations you are picking. If it is not the altitude trekking(more than 3000) then we even allow adult of age less tha 15. People who wants to travel and do treks in Nepal then they need to be medically fit. They also need to have travel insurance. If it is easy and moderate trek then people who are medically advised by doctor to travel will be accepted as client.In this scenario age group will be flexible too. But people who wants adventurous trips and trips in high Himalaya, they might be caught by AMS.(Altitude mountain sickness.)So age group will be vital with sound health condition. For these type of treks we accept booking from age group 16-70. So, if you are travelling to Nepal then before booking with any company ask them whether they will accept you or not. Do not lie about your health issue and travel insurance.

What to expect on treks around Nepal Himalayas?

Nepal is well known and renowned for warm hospitality wherever you trek within Nepal Himalayas. Which literally means villager are friendly who used to respect and welcome tourists into their villages. In lower altitude trekking destinations, your will find different culture and people with mix race. Most importantly you will see the perfect blend of both Hindu and Buddhist religions people. The higher areas will be fully dominated by Buddhism religions with interesting culture and custom. So, you will see simple farm life and cattle herding of people Walking into rural farm villages enriched with old traditions and colorful culture depends on the areas of trek. In Buddhism villages, you will encounter long prayer walls and monuments visiting its impressive old monasteries. Most of the walks includes visit of local villages with friendly people in shade of high Himalayan peaks. Similarly, you will certainly be walking into cool alpine forest of tall rhododendron-magnolia-pines and fir tree lines.

Do all trekking areas have good connection to cell or land line phones?

At present most of the villages and towns even in higher remote areas do have phone communication.Sometimes the network might not work due to Himalayan bad weather or being in deep gorge and valley blocked by hills and mountains. But most of the time it does work. If you have your problem with your cell-phone you can use our staff’s phones or local phones. Some higher areas will have STD and ISTD even Sat Phones. But if you require then they will charge as per minute in using local communication services?

How is electricity on route of trekking?

At present most of the popular trekking areas around Annapurna and Everest do have good power supply to run electricity within villages and town on route. Higher up in some villages, they have their own small hydro project.Furthermore, every lodge have power from Solar too.

Annapurna Circuit Trekking

Trekking the Annapurna circuit will delight all trekkers in this scenic and cultural adventure. Surely, your time will be enjoyable, facing constant views of the alluring panorama of mountains on these beautiful walks.

Annapurna circuit is one of the few areas on this planet blessed with natural wonders. From climate scenery landscapes to varied impressive cultures, you will witness this amazing adventure.

The Trek to Annapurna circuit is listed as world’s top ten adventure destinations. The reason behind this is you will start walking from low warm paddy fields of sub-tropical temperatures to cooler green hills. Furthermore, you will move on toward the arctic zone of ice and glaciers at the magnificent high Manang Valley.

As climate changes while trekking, green vegetation and tall trees are replaced by dwarf bushes of juniper and azalea. This happens within arid and barren landscapes enclosed between the high peaks of Annapurna and Chulus peaks.

Our fabulous Annapurna Circuit Trekking commences with an interesting overland journey from the capital Kathmandu. Head to the Mid-West Himalaya range to begin our walks from the warm low country following the raging Marysangdi River right up to its glacial source at Manang valley.

Then walk into high cooler hills covered with lovely woodland of tall rhododendron-magnolia-pines-oaks to fir tree lines. As well as visit farm hill villages of varied Nepalese old cultures of both Hinduism and Buddhism. When our route leads to higher areas, we enter a country dominated by the Buddhist religion with fascinating ancient traditions and age-old heritage.

On reaching the scenic and beautiful high Manang valley after passing the villages of Jagat-Dharapani and Chame town, tree lines disappear. The deserted and arid country of Manang will provide rest days to get acclimatize before heading over the high and scenic Thorang-la pass.

Manang village is enriched with old colorful Buddhist culture. So, visit its impressive monastery. Then our adventure continues facing views of high snow-clad peaks to reach the highest spot of the journey at Thorang-la pass. Annapurna Circuit trek altitude is 5,416 m at Thorang la pass. From there, enjoy the spectacular panorama of surrounding beautiful landscapes and views of the Dhaulagiri-Annapurna and Chulus peaks.

A long descent brings you to the lower Mustang area in the holy Muktinath temple premises. Explore the sacred Hindu temple, a famous pilgrimage spot for Hindu and Buddhist worshipers. The name Muktinath means a place to liberate yourself.

From this high and exciting village, drop to Kaligandaki River valley to reach Jomsom, the headquarter of Mustang district. And then, head towards warmer areas through the Kaligandaki River gorge, in between the giant peaks of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna. Moreover, Kaligandaki is the world’s deepest gorge (20 times deeper than Grand Canyon in the USA).

As the adventure continues, head low into warmer paddy field areas and the farm village of Tatopani. A place with a natural hot spring to refresh you. Then take a long climb back into the dense rhododendron forest to reach at Ghorepani. And hike to Poon Hill for an awesome panorama of a mountain range with stunning sunrise views.

After eyeing the pleasant panorama of Annapurna-Dhaulagiri and Manaslu range with majestic Machhapuchare Himal ‘Fish Tail and sunrise, get back to Pokhara city. Enjoy its serene Phewa Lake, located on the lap of the massive Annapurna Himalayas.

Pokhara is a lovely tourist and renowned city of Nepal as well as other Himalayan regions. Here are adventurous walks and remarkable journeys complete with wonderful memories and great experiences on Annapurna Circuit Trekking.

Best Seasons for Annapurna Circuit Trekking:

Nearly all months of the year except the monsoon. Wet months from mid June to mid September. The Annapurna circuit trekking best time is March to May for clear views. Till afternoon wildflowers are in bloom with fantastic views of mountains.

At the same time, a pleasant day with cooler mornings and nighttime. Another best time for the Annapurna circuit trek is October to December, because of clear views of peaks with short sunlight days. Morning and night time can be freezing depending upon the altitude and overnight stop.

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Annapurna Circuit Trekking

Destination

Nepal

Durations

16 days

Trip Difficulty

Moderate

Activities

Adventure Trekking

Accommodation

Tea House

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Vehicle

Local Transports

Max. People

10

Trip Mode

Hotels and local lodges.

Areas of Trek

Annapurna Himalaya region.

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