Trekking in Nepal will expose you to beautiful vistas, mountain views, ancient customs and cultures, and variable temperatures. Dressing in layers that wick away sweat, protect you from rain, and provide warmth will ensure that you are comfortable in any weather condition. Many people say the best months for trekking in Nepal are October and November, and March through May, because the temperatures are generally pleasant and the views are typically good.  However, these months are considered high season and a bit more crowded.  Talk to a Nepali guide and they’ll extol the virtues of hiking in December when most days are crystal clear but significantly colder. No matter when you trek, you should always dress for unexpected weather. Below are some basic tips for dressing in layers for comfort, and you can also get our trekking clothing and equipment list. Read more

On our last trip to Nepal we had less time than we would have liked for a Himalayan trek, certainly not enough to get high into the Everest region, so we decided to head to do a Helambu trek for 7 days . The Helambu region lies north of Kathmandu, with our trailhead just an hour’s car ride out of the city. The first morning’s trek ascends almost 1000 meters through a national park to a ridge at 2500m that gave us the first views of the high Himalayan peaks to the north. Read more

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Portland, OR May 24, 2008

Summary: For trekkers wanting to experience Tibetan culture as it has existed for thousands of years ITrekNepal will begin offering trips to the highly restricted area of Mustang this summer. This is an exclusive opportunity as Nepal limits the number of outsiders allowed into the region each year. Read more

Annapurna Base Camp Trek, Ms Lisa Collaby Sept/Oct 2007

The Nepalese trekking season begins in earnest in October. The advantage of heading off into the mountains before then is that the trails are blissfully quiet. The disadvantage is that the weather can be a little unpredictable…It was late September when I set off to trek the Annapurna Sanctuary trail. Read more