Planning a trip to Nepal between December and February? Winter is a fantastic time to visit, as the country offers its iconic sights in cooler weather, making the experience even more enjoyable.
Despite the clear skies and stunning landscapes, Nepal tends to have fewer tourists during the winter months, as many of its popular treks close or become too challenging due to the extreme cold. However, Nepal still offers several winter treks that provide an amazing experience and breathtaking views of the Himalayas at their most spectacular. Keep reading to explore the best winter treks in Nepal.
The Poon Hill Trek is one of the most stunning and popular treks in Nepal. Those sunrise views from Poon Hill are truly spectacular, an experience-of-a-lifetime, and this attracts hordes of visitors each year, so you often feel that you’re jostling for space. The excess crowds somewhat diminish your experience in paradise, and that’s why a winter trek makes so much sense. The crowds are far lesser, and you’ll often get to pass through forests and villages without coming across another tour group. This trek presents outstanding views of some of the highest peaks of the Himalayas such as the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna without forcing you to ascend to gravity-defying altitudes. The Poon Hill Trek can be accessed from Pokhara.
Not the first option that comes to mind when you think of winter treks in Nepal, but a relatively handy one during the winter season. The Chitwan National Park has always been known for its rich wildlife and elephant safaris, but try something different this winter. Take another look at low-altitude trekking. The trail goes up to Siraichili Hill, located at a height of 1945 meters, and it introduces you to great sunrise views, iconic Himalayan peaks and amazing scenery. The weather can get quite cold, but it’s never snowy like the Himalayas.
Sure, you could embark on the Everest Base Camp trek under bone-chilling conditions, but what if we told you there is something equally spectacular, but something that doesn’t feel as challenging during the winter season. Everest is synonymous with trekking in this part of the world, and if you’re a die-hard fan of the region, you don’t need to bear chilly conditions to experience its fabled beauty. Simply embark on an Everest Panorama Trek, one that covers most of the highlights of the region, without ever feeling impossible. This trek starts from Lukla and proceeds to the beautiful Namche Bazaar to give you a whiff of the ancient Sherpa culture. With Namche Bazaar as your base of operations, you can trek nearby villages and cliffs, continuing your journey to the iconic Tengboche. Visit the world-famous monastery and enjoy unparalleled views of some of the most beautiful mountains on the planet.
Winter treks in Nepal certainly present cold temperatures and the odd snowfall, but with lesser crowds, clearer views and beautiful scenery, you simply cannot say no to the experience. We’d recommend the lower elevation areas for a trek during the winter season, where the weather feels like spring and you get to enjoy some warm afternoon sunshine, peace and solitude while trekking.
Don’t forget to check-out Bookmundi‘s list of the Top 6 Best Short Treks in Nepal – Snapshot Overview of the best short treks in Nepal that has everything that you could possibly imagine of.
We have done in December khopra Trek 2016.it was nice moments with clear Mountains views and Rhododendron trees.And we had celebrated Christmas also on the way it was unforgettable moment in our life.For Winter we recommend Khopra Trek in Nepal.We can design itineraries as per clients need and interest. Enjoy Nepal Treks.