Monsoon Treks in Nepal - Is it Safe To Trek in Nepal in monsoon? - Nature Explore Trek

When is the monsoon in Nepal?

We Nepalese welcome the Monsoon, timing which slightly varies by a few weeks each
year, but normally starts in mid-June and peters out in the last days of September.
During these months, it is expected to see heavy rains every day, mostly in July and
August. During June and September, rain is considerably thinner. With that, the good
news is that the spell of monsoon rains simply only lasts for a couple of hours and their
timing is quite foreseeable. So it’s easy to experience the grand trip to Nepal during the
monsoon. All we need to do is, select your destinations and itinerary carefully,
especially if trekking tops the list of your to-dos.
No doubt! The monsoon doesn’t affect entire parts of Nepal equally. Instead, areas in
the trans-Himalayan region, rain shadows, such as Dolpo and Humla in western Nepal

and the Mustang region north of Annapurna, experience the downfall in a bit different
way.

FYI:- The Pokhara periphery is the wettest part of Nepal during monsoon.
Besides, the major thing to remember about the monsoon season is that we should be
more flexible with our travel plans. In few areas, flights, bus tickets may be delayed or
canceled due to heavy rainfall. Natural calamities such as landslides can happen,
causing road blockade. So, we must always check our hotel or guesthouse before
embarking on a road trip in monsoon. 
Tip: Most importantly, when the rain stops, it will still be hotter and sunny, so travelers
can get and discover the majestic country vistas.

Why the monsoon season is the best time to travel and explore Nepal ?

At first, glance, saying Monsoon- as the best time to travel may sound a bit weird. But when it comes to reality and experienced level, YES! Monsoon is the best time to travel and explore the Shangri- La of the real world, Nepal. 

Not only that, but lower elevation hill treks are also still possible on the perfect trails. Also, we shouldn’t forget that it doesn’t rain every day. And if it does most of the rain falls at night too. Mainly, Mustang and Dolpo regions are exceptions as both places lie in the rain shadow portion of Nepal. As these two places in the lap of Himalayas hold the (high) definition of trekking in Nepal, Monsoon is undeniably the best time. 

To be honest:- Leeches may bother few trekkers. (No worries, they are also the creatures of Mother Nature) 

Reasons why it is best to trek in Monsoon in Nepal

1) Clear and Clean Environment

As the monsoon is the rainy season, the dust from the atmosphere, gets cleared with the drizzling rain. It further helps trekkers to witness the purest form of Nature. On the other side, it also helps us to refresh because one can get clear photos and videos too. Hence from the side of memories and content creation too, the clean and clear environment of monsoon is boon for travelers. 

2) Magical Vistas of Hills and Himalayas

There is no doubt; during Monsoon the views are supreme. In other words, Monsoon is not just a season of nature, but it’s more like a profile i.e. a cleaner version of the atmosphere itself. 

The view after a spell of rain is a real blessing. Portraying the current scenario in the technical term, it is just like a detailed and sharpened image of Nature. Hence, to witness the magical vistas of hills and Himalayas extending to the horizon, Monsoon is the best time. 

3) Comparatively Less Colder

YES! It is less cold in Monsoon as it also refers to the Summer. The downpour of Monsoon while hiking up the hills is also great stuff to be cherished. During the uphill hike, our body gets warmer and when it starts to rain gently we can enjoy it, capture it and soak up on the rhythm of rains.

On the flip side, due to less cold in winter and other seasons, hikers can walk easily on higher-altitude too. Hence, Monsoon is also the best season to not only for hiking and trekking but also for exploring too. 

4) Eye Pleasing Greenery

Who doesn’t like greenery? In the season of rainfall, all the places including plains, jungles, pastures, and Kharka (Grasslands) get its full greenery. It, in turn, refreshes hikers, is more photogenic and so welcoming at the same time. 

Just imagine the herds of Yaks, horses and sheep, grazing in and around trekking trails, and you ended up capturing them in a selfie or just a landscape capture. 

So if you are planning a trip to Nepal, be ready to get arrested with the sublime greenery! 

5) Access of High Altitude

As mentioned above, due to greenery, light rainfall, the presence of locals in the region, longer days in summer contributes the explorers to explore more in this season, unlike others. As all the facilities are available up there in the Himalayas, a wandering soul may find him/her comfortable, and as a result, they can access higher limits, explore more, and research deep. 

Hence, exploration is your cup of tea. Remember us!

(6) Photogenic Waterfalls and springs en route

Monsoon- The season of rainfall or indirectly water is a photogenic season at all. The continuous flow of waterfalls originating from the Jungles get their way to the lower parts and act as the painting of nature, to those who seek. In Nepal, in Manang, Myagdi, Mustang, Dolakha there we can find legendary springs not only to capture surreal shots but also to get wet and get rejuvenated. 

For instance, suppose, you are a Vlogger and you are going to witness numerous waterfalls en route to your trekking destination. We bet your memory will be full of watery shots. :) 

7) Interaction with Local Inhabitants of Himalayas

Another unnoticed yet the hidden reality is the ‘presence of locals in the region’. In the winter season, inhabitants of high hills and Himalayas, temporarily migrate to the lower lands, but in summer, the villages are vibrant with full of villagers. Hence, we are more privileged, secure as well as we can have direct interaction with the members of communities. 

And tell us one thing! Besides interaction with the locals, which is the best way to explore that place? Yeah! Fellow travelers! The best way to know more about the place is the “demographics”. People are the assets and living treasures of a certain place. 

8) Exploration of Culture, Art and Festival

It doesn’t mean we can’t explore these things in other seasons, but what it specifically denotes is “in monsoon, there are ways to explore. As just mentioned above, the presence of inhabitants in the particular region makes smoother to explore, understand, and research culture, arts, and festivals. Also, in this season, weddings happen frequently hence this is the best time to uncover the local traditions.

For those who are always up for a challenge, conquer your fear of leeches by exploring Nepal on Monsoon. 

Best Monsoon trekking destinations in Nepal

(1) GhorepaniPoonHill Trek

Ghorepani PoonHill Trek is a short, sweet, and relatively easy trek into the Annapurna region of Nepal. Suitable for those newbies and wandering souls who do not have much time to spend, this trek stands out as the best. If you have a burning desire to relish upon the sublime beauty of snow-capped mountains, terraced hills, this trek is highly recommended. Nature Explore Treks organizes this trek in 4 to 5 days from Kathmandu or Pokhara.

(2) Phoksundo Lake Trek

It is one of the most visited trekking destinations in Monsoon. Located in the Dolpa district, trekking to Phoksundo is the most exotic experience in Nepal. The largest territorial district, Dolpo is the yet to be discovered district of Nepal and welcomes comparatively more tourists these days. It is a short and smooth journey to one of the most beautiful and deepest lakes of Nepal. In other words, Phoksundo Lake is an alpine freshwater natural pool that also is treated sacred by the Buddhist and Bon-Po religions and their followers which in turn makes the trek best and amazing mix of nature and culture. 

3) Lower Mustang Trek

Trekking in lower parts of Mustang is a great option. Especially, if you're short on time and still have great zeal to experience the stark beauty of the desert of Nepal, Mustang, it is the way to go. We'll take a mild-moderate trek that passes through the regions bordering Annapurna and Mustang with the awe-inspiring vistas of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Mountain. Also, Mustang is part of an ancient trade route to Tibet, along the bank of Kali Gandaki river, and boasts one of the most developed trails with comfortable tea houses operated by Gurung and Thakali communities.

(4) Annapurna Circuit Trek

Annapurna Circuit Trek a.k.aThorang La trekking is an adventurous trek that offers a lifetime experience. To be more specific, it’s a complete scenic journey under the shadow of the world’s 7th and 10th highest mountains Annapurna 8,091 and Dhaulagiri at 8,167 meters. The most popular trek in west Nepal plunges below Kali Gandaki River, resulting into the world’s deepest gorge at Dana, Myagdi, 

It is funny as well as thrilling to make steps on both sides of the massif Annapurna mountain range, hiking towards North and ending on the southern area on this amazing trekking trail. 

5) Nar Phu Trek

Nar Phu Valley Trek is also known as the “Trekking towards the lost valley”. It is a fantastic journey into the wild and unexplored northern periphery of Annapurnas. The rugged and secluded trek takes hikers to the exotic and enthralling valley of Nar Phu. 

Nar Phu Valley Trek commences from a place named Jagat, following the famous trekking trails of Annapurna Circuit Trek. Then gets detached from Koto to proceed with the off-the-beaten trail to Nar Phu valley in the northside of Manang and passes via the Kang La pass with staggering panorama featuring the Annapurna massifs.

Not only that, but the Kang La pass also connects Nar with Manang and three other Bhotia settlements in the Neyshang valley. The valley itself above opens up to the immense expanse of high snowboarded peaks, ancient villages and high altitude grazing areas with settlements. Trekking to this yet to be revealed mountain valley, offers medieval Tibetan culture in untainted form, dramatic mountains eyesight and great alpine landscapes. 

6) KailashMansarovar Trek

Last but not the least, Kailash Mansarovar Trek is also one of the top-listers of monsoon treks in Nepal. It is considered as the center of the Universe, and revered by people of all ages and all over the globe.

Mt. Kailash and Mansarovar region in Tibet is truly an optimum bliss! It is widely said that only those fortunate few who have the purest of hearts can make it to this almost impossible terrain. From the Humla valley of Nepal, we enter to Tibet during our Kailash Mansarovar Trek. 

The adverse weather status and disastrous pathways also compound to make it a less visited place. And to date, tourism hasn’t hit hard Kailash Mansarovar yet. It’s no wonder that only a few thousand people are able to make it to the Kailash Mansarovar. 

Do you know? The holy voyage to Kailash Mansarovar is a life-changing experience for most of the pilgrims.

It’s the ultimate yet hard journey of life, with a sense of self like nothing else can. 

Nature Explore Treks offers you all for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity of embarking on this divine journey to Kailash Manasarovar. For more, you can contact us. We have got everything a wandering soul seeks for. 

THANK YOU

Hence, when you are planning to visit Nepal in 2020? The monsoon of this
season is approaching, and Nepal is hosting the #VisitNepalYear2020, you can
plan your trip to Nepal, this monsoon. 
Please let us know when you are coming to visit us, explore the rain shade
portion of Nepal. We would be happier to welcome you with your friends and
families too.