Why Choose Winter Treks in Nepal?
Just imagine trekking for more than 5 hours every day in a negative temperature. It does get harder. But there are a lot of trekkers who are willing to do it. The Trek Nepal has also been fulfilling their trek demands. It might be tough to do the winter trek but it is fun.
With less crowd and cleaner roads and weather you will have a different vibrant experience. On the other hand, you will need to carry extra clothes which could be a challenge in itself. All in all The Trek Nepal would like to point out some of the famous winter treks in Nepal.
Mardi Himal Trek
The name of the first trek in the list of winter treks in Nepal is the Mardi Himal trek. It was only discovered recently and the value and beauty of Mardi Himal have been pushed to newer levels.
It is one of the easier treks as the weather gets absolutely cold during the winter seasons. After the completion of the trek, you will be at the foothills of Machapuchhre mountain which is one of the most beautiful mountains.
You will need to be fully dressed up to beat the cold at Mardi Trek. Some of the most beautiful mountains you can view during the trek are the Hiunchuli, Dhaulagiri, Machapuchhre, and Annapurna ranges. The temperature during the day is 1.4 degrees Celsius while the night temperature is -14.6 degree Celsius.
Pikey Peak Trek
One of the underrated and hidden gems in the Everest region is the Pikey Peak trek. You will be diving towards the southern region of Everest with beauty being on the abundant. Interestingly Pikey Peak trek is silent even in the autumn season.
With less footfall, this is one of the beautiful treks to view the tallest mountain in the world. During the trek, you will be up with the Sherpa people. As you reach an altitude of 4000m you have an opportunity to view Everest, Lhotse, Machapuchhre, Gaurishanker, Makalu and Dorje Lakpa.
A total of 9 days will be needed to complete this trek. You will be up close with cold weather as the temperature drops to -6 degrees during the night and remains at 6 degrees during the day. Being hidden from many this trek is a newer experience.
Ghorepani Poonhill Trek
Whatever the weather is Ghorepani-Poonhill is one of the most beautiful and easy treks in Nepal. As a result, you find this trek even in the list of best winter treks in Nepal. With wide trails and beautiful views, Ghorepani-Poonhill is on the list of plenty of people.
An easy trek Poonhill extends to an altitude of 3210m with the most stunning sunrise from the top. Through the journey, you will be supported by bamboo, rhododendron, and also lush green trees.
Spending nights in the Gurung villages you will have to walk at least 6 hours every day. Moreover, the weather remains between -2 degrees to -6 degrees during the winter season at low and 7 degrees to 10 degrees at high. Fair to say this isn’t a tougher trek even during winter.
Khopra Danda Trek
Being a new trail not a lot of people talk about the beauty of Khopra Danda Trek. Similar to Poonhill this trek also lies in the Annapurna region. With the climate being favorable all around the year, Khopra Danda Trek might just be the one you are looking for.
Appreciating the beauty of the trek, you will be able to view Machapuchhre, Nilgiri, Hiunchuli, and all of the Annapurna ranges. Before reaching the top of the trek you have the opportunity to enjoy the Kaire Lake.
As we trek in the winter the reflection of snow in the mountain peak through to the lake is a delightful view to suppress. A total of 6 days needs to be separated for this trek. The lowest temperature during winter is -6 degrees at Khopra Danda. It is easily colder for everyone.
Kathmandu Valley Trek
An easier trek with so much religious, spiritual, and cultural importance attached to it is the Kathmandu Valley trek. The reason to include a trek in the best winter treks in Nepal is due to the vibrant colors that prevail.
The temperature in Kathmandu during winter doesn’t go below 1 degree Celsius. It doesn’t matter how cold it is you will see sunlight during the day which makes it beautiful. From Nagarkot to Chisapani, Dhulikhel to Gosaikunda there are plenty of options during the Kathmandu Valley trek.
If you aren’t willing for any trek or hike, you can travel around Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, and Lalitpur to enjoy the views. There are plenty of UNESCO World Heritage sites in Kathmandu that highlight peace and spirituality. You can even enjoy the local Newari cuisine during your stay.
Langtang Gosaikunda Trek
A religious trek to behold, the Langtang Gosaikunda trek has value both for Hindus and Buddhists around the world. With better weather conditions even during the winter season a lot of the tourists book The Trek Nepal for it.
Crossing the brilliant forest cover along with the beauty of Langtang National Park there is much more to admire and peek through. You will also have an opportunity to view Langtang Lirung, Gang Chenpo, Naya Kanga, Dorje Lakpa, Kimsung, Yansa Tsenji, etc.
The most important aspect of this trek is the glaciers like Lirung and Kim Sung. In the end, you will reach Gosaikunda which will be fully frozen. Light snowfall during the winter brings brilliant viewing for the tourists.
In conclusion, trekking in winter is never an easy task. Although The Trek Nepal organizes winter trek, we don’t motivate beginners to go on the trek.
However, if you have experience in trekking you can manage through. The experienced guides from The Trek Nepal however will guide you right through the journey.
Besides the above-mentioned ones, there are other treks during winter as well. They include:
- Tamang Heritage Trek
- Everest View Trek
- Ruby Valley Trek
- Phoksundo Lake Trek etc.
If you are willing to know more about these treks, you can contact The Trek Nepal or also visit our website containing detailed information. Happy trekking.