December, January and February is known as winter season in Nepal. Winter is in great season for shorter trek in Nepal and lower elevation trek in Nepal.In Winter season, the temperature is colder but if you prepare well then you can enjoy in winter trek in Nepal. For trekking in Nepal, spring season and Autumn season is best season but in winter trek in Nepal also, there are some adjustable trekking packages like Everest View Trek, Ghandruk Ghorepani Trek, Annapurna Panoramic Trek, Jomsom Muktinath Trek which are popular for short and easy trek with low elevation Trek.
Nepal Trekking in Winter
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Nepal Trekking in Winter - Winter Treks in Nepal
Nepal is one of the most preferred tourist destinations for many reasons like Trekking in Nepal, Nepal Tour Packages, Nepal Pilgrimage Tour, Nepal Adventure Tour, Nepal Yoga Tour & Trekking. It has some of the fascinating as well as incredible Mountain View which appeals worldwide traveler. Among the most popular adventures that are quite renowned in Nepal is trekking. People have so much to love being engaged in what would be a lifetime unforgettable memory that they can proud of. Being the ultimate tour destination, Nepal has over the years engage with excited people that reckon the place and country are full of fascinating vibe.
Nepal Trekking got the limelight because of heavy demands and incredible rush of people interest in taking trekking to another level. Trekking is one such sport or activity where there is always a risk involves as a mountain climb and reaches the top of the mountain is never an easy task to implement. However, trekking has been a favorite outdoor sport where in Nepal there is enough popularity simply because of foreign countries influence and acceptance. It makes the high octane trekking gets its due credit. People that closely follow the trekking are thrilled to involve Nepal trekking and experience the excitement that it is renowned for.
The medium best and recommended season to go for trekking is in winter.Winter Treks in Nepal you have plenty of time to take part in mountain climb or involve into popular mountaineering. Nepal trekking has been the most crowd puller as interested trekkers can take part in what would be a thrilling experience for them. There will be some unavoidable hurdles and challenges that trekkers will have to counter. Higher altitude of mountain climb can take lots of guts and determination to reach the summit of Mount Everest. Though it requires a seasoned and vastly skills of trekkers it is no harm to experience what it means to get involved in an exciting phase of life.
Nepal Trekking in winter season is the best time to do trekking in some packages. Winter Treks in Nepal, you will experience snowfall, tough for anyone to use to the condition. But it has the best time to take part in trekking as you can have a great experience in dealing with all the circumstance which you might face during trekking. Winter season has the backing of the global traveler as this time of the year people come to Nepal and engage with highly pleasant trekking activities.
Highlights of Winter Trekking in Nepal
- Snowcapped Himalayan view.
- Fewer crowds in popular trekking routes in Nepal.
- Get some discount in hotel.
- Enjoy in snow / icefalls .
Most Popular Winter Trekking packages in Nepal
Ghandruk Ghorepani Trek
Ghandruk Ghorepani Trek is in Annapurna Region which is north-central part of Nepal. Ghandruk Ghorepani Trekking is one of the most popular trekking in Nepal within Annapurna Region Trekking, which is suitable for those who have short span of time and want to end up with Himalayan Asia Treks . One of the important highlight of this Ghandruk village, Ghorepani village is to make a climb on Poon Hill (3210m), possibly the most spectacular mountain on Earth. When sun rises, it touches the snow-capped summits with the spectacular panoramic view the Himalayan giants, Dhaulagiri (8,167m), Fishtail (6997m),Annapurna (8,091m), Annapurna II, South II, Nilgiri, Tukche, Dhampus peak, Butterfly mountain and Himachuli and all mountain range of Annapurna region along with a maze of other peaks, there gradually appear, just like something magical .
Short Itinerary of Ghandruk Ghorepani Trek:
Day 01:Arrival.
Day 02:Kathmandu (1320m) to Pokhara (914m - 7 hrs) .
Day 03:Drive to Nayapul and trek to Tirkhedhunga (1577m - 6hrs)
Day 04:Trek to Ghorepani (2855m - 6hrs).
Day 05:Trek to Poonhiil (3180m.) and Trek to Ghandruk(1900m - 8hrs).
Day 06:Trek to Nayapul(1113m - 4hrs) Drive to Pokhara.
Day 07:Drive or fly Kathmandu.
Day 08:Departure.
Everest View Trek
Easy trek to the Mount Everest region is a classic Himalayan mountain trek to give you many incredible views and plenty of rewards. Our Everest Easy Trekking or known as Short Everest Trek or Everest View Trek offer is famous in Nepal because of its ability to provide you a close view to the highest mountain peak of the world. The complete Short Everest trek or Everest View Trekking involves an ultimate combination of unique culture of the local Sherpa people and high mountain ranges belonging to the entire Himalayan region with our experienced trekking team.
Short Itinerary of Everest View Trek:
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu.
Day 02: Trek Preparation and Sightseeing Kathmandu Durbar Square, Patan Durbar Square.
Day 03: Flight to Lukla, Trek to Phakding (2610m - 4hrs).
Day 04: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m - 6hrs).
Day 05: Acclimatization day at Namche Bazar.
Day 06: Trek to Tengboche, (3867m - 6 hrs)
Day 07:Trek to Khumjung village (3789m - 5hrs).
Day 08: Trek to Monjo (2835m - 5hrs).
Day 09: Trek to Lukla.
Day 10: Lukla fly to Kathmandu, End of the trek. Dinner with cultural programme.
Day 11: Departure.
Tamang Heritage Trail
What to pack in winter in Nepal?
- Cap
- Warm fleece or manufactured cap that covers your ears.
- Balaclava – lightweight
- Ear-muffs
- A neck hotter
- Gloves
- Warm glove
- Shell gloves or gloves waterproof
- Shirts
- Light and campaign weight warm tops
- Wool coat
- Wool Wind-Stopper coat (discretionary)
- Waterproof shell coat
- Down Jacket
- For ladies, engineered sports bra, no cotton
- Climbing shorts
- Engineered Boxers for men-convey a couple
- Shell gasp
- Trekking pants, ideally with a flash on the knee (convertible jeans)-
- Hard Shell pants-Waterproof/breathable
- Cotton pants (free pants/khakis this is for lower height)
- Engineered liner socks
- Heavyweight socks
- Lightweight socks
- Climbing gaiters
Company Profile
Himalayan Asia Treks and Expedition P Ltd is an ideal partner when it comes to trekking Packages in Nepal/Nepal Tour Packages or any other any tourism activities in Nepal, Bhutan and Tibet. The company was established in 2004 AD by individuals who have spent an entire life working as guides, for mountaineers and as well as trekkers. We know exactly what makes or breaks a trek. One of the best things about us is that we focus on client satisfaction. And in order to achieve that, we even allow our clients to make changes to the itinerary. If you’re planning to go on the Nepal Trekking Packages/Nepal Tour Packages, and are looking for a travel service provider, make sure to choose Himalayan Asia Treks and Expedition P Ltd. The one thing that is certain is, with us beside you; you can get the best out of the Nepal Trekking Packages/Nepal Tour Packages including Bhutan and Tibet.