Nepal is the kingdom of the Himalayas and offers hundreds of trekking in the spring, summer, autumn, and winter. The best time to trek in Nepal is during the spring and autumn seasons. However, there is the possibility of trekking during the summer and spring seasons as well. So here is the list of the best summer season treks in Nepal.
The summer season is the rainy and humid season. So each day there might be a lot of rain and unclear weather. That is why the summer season is not a good time to visit Nepal for trekking. Normal trekking routes such as Everest Base Camp, Annapurna Base Camp, Langtang Valley Trek, Mardi Himal, Khopra Danda, etc.
As already mentioned Nepal is the place in the world where you can do all year trekking in the different parts of the country. Because there are various types of places where we can find different types of weather conditions all year long. For treks lovers, who can do treks in all seasons, here is the list of the best summer treks in Nepal.
Upper Mustang Trek – The best summer treks in Nepal
Upper Mustang is a part of the Trans- Himalayan land located on the northern side and borders Tibet China. Walking to this land is called Upper Mustang Trek and it’s 10 days of trekking into the dry land in the Himalayas of Nepal. Upper Mustang Trek is one of the summer season treks in Nepal because this area is in the shadow of the two giant peaks Annapurnas and Mt. Dhaulagiri.
To do this trek needs a special trekking permit and an ACAP permit (Annapurna Conservation Area Permit) Special permit will cost USD $500 for 10 days and after 10 days it will cost USD $50 per person per day. An ACAP Permit will cost USD $30 and you can use it as much as you want but you need to buy it for those days.
Upper Mustang Trek Itinerary.
Day 1 | Fly to Jomsom and trek to Kagbeni. If you drive then directly drive to Kagbeni |
Day 2 | Kagbeni to Chaile |
Day 3 | Chaile to Syangbochen |
Day 4 | Syangbochen to Tsarang Village |
Day 5 | Tsarang to Lomanthang and explore the Lomanthang |
Day 6 | Lomanthang to Chhoser Village and back to Lomanthang |
Day 7 | Lomanthang to Dhakmar via Ghar Gumba |
Day 8 | Dhakmar to Syangbochen |
Day 9 | Syangbochen to Chhusang |
Day 10 | Chhusang to Muktinath |
Day 11 | Muktinath to Jomsom |
Day 12 | Jomsom to Pokhara flyback or drive back |
Dolpa Trek
Dolpa region is another trans-Himalayan region and also, the best Summer Season Treks in Nepal. It has similar types of Landscapes and surroundings to Upper Mustang. Trekking throughout the Shay Phoksundo National Park to explore the typical culture, tradition, flora and fauna, religion, and lifestyle of the local people.
Dolpa Trek is longer than Upper Mustang Trek so it’s the longer version of summer season treks in Nepal. So if you have a long summer vacation and want to explore the remote part of Nepal then Dolpa Trek is the best choice for you. Most of the trekking regions are getting modernized but the Dolpa region is still far away from the modern lifestyle and facilities. So this trek will give you a real trekking experience in Nepal.
Annapurna Circuit Trek
The lower part of the Annapurna Circuit Trek is not the summer season trek in Nepal. However, the upper part of the ACT Trek is the very best time to do it during the summer season as well. Annapurna Region is the second most popular trekking destination after the Everest region. This trek is popular for its outstanding mountain view, local Himalayan culture and tradition, landscapes, nature, flora, fauna, and many more.
During the summer season, the upper part of the Annapurna Region will be green and it will reflect the greenery. So this greenery scenery will add extra beauty to the giant snowy peaks. During this trek, even you can hike to the world’s highest Lake Tilicho Lake, and other lakes and attractions of Annapurna trekking.
Annapurna Circuit Trek Itinerary
Day 1 | Drive to Besi Sahar and drive to Khudi |
Day 2 | Khudi to Shree Chaur |
Day 3 | Shree Chaur to Taal |
Day 4 | Taal to Timang |
Day 5 | Timang to Chame |
Day 6 | Chame to Pisang |
Day 7 | Pisang to Manang |
Day 8 | Rest day in Manang |
Day 9 | Manang to Yak Kharka |
Day 10 | Yak Kharka to High Camp |
Day 11 | High Camp to Muktinath via Thorong La Pass |
Day 12 | Muktinath to Jomsom |
Day 13 | Drive back to Kathmandu or Pokhara |
Nar Phu Trek – The second-best summer trek in Nepal
Nar Phu Trek is one of the short and combinable summer season treks in Nepal and this trek will offer the unique culture, tradition, and amazing lifestyle of the local people of the Himalayas. This trek is inside the Annapurna Conservation Area and is one of the restricted trekking trails in Nepal. This trek is also in the shadow of the Himalayas and the less rainy region of Nepal.
As this is a restricted trekking region, this trek also requires a special trekking permit and a normal ACAP permit. The special permit will cost US$ 100 for a week during the autumn season and US$ 75 during the spring season and this permit is for a week only. And normal ACAP Permit will cost US$30 and you can use this permit for Annapurna Circuit Trek as well.
Nar Phu Trek Itinerary
Day 1 | Kathmandu to Besisahar drive and drive to Jagat |
Day 2 | Jagat to Dharapani |
Day 3 | Dharapani to Koto |
Day 4 | Koto to Metha |
Day 5 | Metha to Phu Village |
Day 6 | Explore the Phu Village |
Day 7 | Phu Village to Nar Village |
Day 8 | Nar Village to Nawal via Kangla Pass |
Day 9 | Nawal to Chame |
Day 10 | Drive to Besisahar and drive back to Kathmandu. |
Chisapani Nagarkot Trek
Chaispani Nagarkot Trek is a kind of hiking near Kathmandu Valley for 2 nights and 3 days. This is an absolutely short but amazing journey the nature. The summer season is the rainy and muddy season and doing this trek is to have a real trekking experience in Nepal for a short time. Doing a trek inside the Shivapuri Nagarjuna National Park during the monsoon season stands just spectacular.
While walking around Kathmandu Valley you will witness the beautiful forests, Flora, and fauna, local people, and their culture and traditions. Even during the clear weather, you can enjoy the panoramic vistas of the world’s highest peaks such as Annapurna, Manaslu, Everest, and many more.
Chisapani Nagarkot Trek Itinerary
Day 1 | Drive to Sundarijal and trek to Chisapani |
Day 2 | Chispani to Nagarkot |
Day 3 | Trek to Chanjunarayan and drive back to Kathmandu |
Tiji (Tenji) Festival Trek
The Tiji Festival Trek is a trek inside the Upper Mustang to explore the cultural celebration at the Lomanthang. The Tiji Festival trek is one of the best summer treks in Nepal to do trekking during the summer season. This is an annual celebration in the desert of Nepal Upper Mustang and it will celebrate for 3 days. While celebrating this festival there will be thousands of local and foreign people gather in the walled city of Lomanthang.
Lomanthang used to be the last forbidden Himalayan Kingdome and still, there is the king and royal palace. Tiji Festival celebrates the purification and clarification of the Mustang region. As the legends once there was a demon and he was going to destroy the whole region. When that is known by a monk that monk fights with the demon and kills that demon and saves the whole region from that deadly catastrophe.
Tiji Festival Trek Itinerary
Day 1 | Fly to Jomsom and trek to Kagbeni. If you drive then directly drive to Kagbeni |
Day 2 | Kagbeni to Chaile |
Day 3 | Chaile to Syangbochen |
Day 4 | Syangbochen to Dhakmar |
Day 5 | Dhakmar to Lomanthang and observe the day first of the Tiji Festival |
Day 6 | Lomanthang village – observe the day second of the Tiji Festival |
Day 7 | Lomanthang – observe the day third of the Tiji Festival |
Day 8 | Lomanthang to Ghami |
Day 9 | Ghami to Samar |
Day 10 | Samar to Tangbe |
Day 11 | Tangbe to Jomsom |
Day 12 | Jomsom to Pokhara flyback or drive back |
Helambu Trek
Helambu Trek is another famous trekking trail in Nepal, located in the Helambu area, north of the capital Kathmandu. It is known for its picturesque beauty, traditional villages, and prosperous cultural legacy. The trek goes through terraced fields, dense jungle, and delighting Sherpa and Tamang townlets, providing a remarkable trekking and authentic experience of the Nepalese countryside.
Helambu Trek offers a peaceful and less crowded alternative to some of the more popular trekking routes in Nepal. It allows you to experience the beauty of the Himalayas and nature, witness rural life, and appreciate the cultural variousness of the area. This area is in the lower elevation and on the lap of the snowy peaks and offers a great trekking experience in the summer season as well. That why Helambu Trek is one of the best summer season treks in Nepal.
The normal Helambu Trek Itinerary
Day 1 | Kathmandu to Sundarijal (Drive) to Chisapani Chisapani – 2300 m / 7545 ft – 4 to 5 hrs |
Day 2 | Chisapani to Kutumsang Kutumsang – 2446 m / 8024 ft –6 to 7 hrs |
Day 3 | Kutumsang to Thadepati – 3650 m / 11975 ft – 5 to 6 hrs |
Day 4 | Thadepati to Tarke Ghyang – 2560 m/ 10925 ft – 5 to 6 hrs |
Day 5 | Tarke Ghyang to Sermathang – 2610 m / 14632 ft – 3 to 4 hrs |
Day 6 | Sermathang to Melamchi Bazaar– 846 m / 2775 – 3 to 4 hrs |
Day 7 | Melamchi Bazar to Kathmandu (Drive) Kathmandu – 1300 m / 4265 – 3 to 4 hrs |
Langtang Valley Trek
The Langtang Valley Trek is a popular trekking route in Nepal, located in the Langtang region of the Himalayas. It is a relatively short and accessible trek, making it a great option for those with limited time or trekking experience. The trek takes you through beautiful landscapes, including lush forests, terraced fields, and picturesque villages, with stunning views of snow-capped mountains.
It’s worth noting that the Langtang Valley was impacted by a devastating earthquake in 2015 AD, and the trekking infrastructure has since been rebuilt. However, it’s always a useful concept to review for the most up-to-date information before scheduling your excursion.
Overall, the Langtang Valley Trek offers a rewarding understanding for nature and adventure enthusiasts. Showcasing the natural beauty of the Himalayas and the rich cultural heritage of the Langtang region of Nepal. Langtang Valley Trek is a kind of all-season trek in Nepal. Therefore this trek is considered as the best summer season trek in Nepal.
Normal Langtang Valley Trek Itinerary
Day 1 | Drive from Kathmandu to Syaprubesi |
Day 2 | Syaprubesi to Lama Hotel |
Day 3 | Lama Hotel to Langtang Valley |
Day 4 | Langtang Valley to Kyqngin Gumba 3800m and Hike to Kyqngin Ri |
Day 5 | Kyangin Gumba Exploration |
Day 6 | Kyangin Gumba to Lama Hotel |
Day 7 | Lama Hotel to Syaprubesi |
Day 8 | Drive Back to Kathmandu |
June, July, and August are the Summer seasons in Nepal.
Nepal has four seasons, spring, autumn, summer, and winter. March, April, and May are known as the spring season in Nepal. During these months the weather will be clear and perfect for trekking in Nepal and these months are one of the best times to visit Nepal to do a trek. Additionally, the perfect time to travel to Nepal for trekking is the autumn season. The autumn season is September, October, and November. During these months the weather will be crystal clear and the temperature will be good to walk in the Himalayas.
On the other hand, the summer and winter seasons are considered the worst time to visit Nepal. The summer season is between June to August month. During these months usually rain and unclear weather for trekking. However, there are some treks in Nepal that are popular as the summer season treks as well. During winter is very cold and frozen everything in the high Himalayas which is why this season is also considered the bad time to visit Nepal to do the trek.
In Conclusion,
After reading this article you gotta know that Nepal is always the best place for trekking. Any season and any time you can pack your trekking gear and head off for the different mountains. Among up-listed trekking trails, there are even some more trekking that can be done during the summer season. For me, Dolpa, Upper Mustang, and Mustang Tiji Festival Trek are some of the best summer season treks in Nepal. However, it can be different for you and your choices.
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Nice information about the several seasons and treks Raby👍
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