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Monday, August 19, 2019

When is the Best Time for Trekking in Nepal Himalayas

Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek

Nepal Himalayas are the best for trekking and hiking. Those who will not able to climb the mountain can trek to the foothills or basecamp. In Nepal, trekking is possible all the time in a year. Nepal Trekking is possible round the year depending on where you want to go. However, the best season for trekking in Nepal Himalayas are from mid march to mid June and mid September to mid December. These month falls on Spring and Autumn season.

Probably the most commonly asked question is when to go Nepal Trekking or When is the best time for Nepal Trekking Holidays. There are two main trekking seasons, pre-monsoon and post-monsoon.

Pre-Monsoon Season
The pre-monsoon season start around the start of March and continues until the end of May. The weather and climate is pleasant at the lower elevation (between 800m and 2000m). Annapurna trek around Pokhara valley is best during this time.The advantage to hike during the March and April in Annapurna region is that the forest is colorful with the rhododendrons blossom.

Post-monsoon Season
Starting from mid September to the mid of December, Nepal trekking is best with the clear blue skies and beautiful panoramic views of mountains after the monsoon season. This is the best season for photography and videography tour in Nepal Himalayas.

Winter Season
Winter season starting from December to February is not the recommended time for trekking in high elevations above 3000m. However, you can go trekking below 3000m and there are many trekking trails which are short, easy and beautiful.

Summer/Monsoon Season
Monsoon season is also not prefered for trekking but there are some regions which are best during this time. Upper Dolpo Trek and Upper Mustang treks are the best trekking trails during monsoon season.

Autumn Season Trekking in Nepal

Everest Base Camp Trekking in Autumn Season

Generally Nepal trekking season is considered to the best before monsoon and after the monsoon. Starting from the month of september to November ie Autumn Season is the best season for trekking to Nepal Himalayas. During these months, the weather is moderate, visibility is clear and the skies are clear enough to view the mountains.Trekkers feel awesome during the autumn season as there are colorful festivals like Teej, Dashain, Tihar and Chhat falls during the months september, october and november.