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EVEREST BASE CAMP TREK IN DECEMBER

“Enjoy the treks in the low, and off-season different ways to experience”

Everest Base Camp Trek in December is the starting season of the winter months around Nepal and all Himalayan regions. Despite the cold time of December, trekkers will experience the adventures more than in high seasons. The reason is that the mass flow of trekkers and mountaineers will be much less in December. This makes the winter walk quite special to spring and autumn high seasons, avoiding large groups of trekkers.

Everest Base Camp Trekking in December is a great and exciting way to enjoy the Christmas and New Year Holidays. Most people might not be aware, that trek to Everest Base Camp and other moderate adventures around the Himalayas are possible. Although it is a cold month, most days are bright with crystal blue skies for views and pleasant walks. December is also the best time to catch a glimpse of
some mountain wildlife. All the wild animals come to graze around the lower areas to escape the harsh winter cold.

December with a few good advantages then joining in the main peak seasons. It will be less crowd of trekkers, most settlements with only a few lodges are available for the trekkers. The lodges and Inns will be almost empty so that you can enjoy the best of the best. Enjoying the nice warm comfort of a lodge with a great variety of meals. The services in the lodges will be much faster than in the busy seasons of spring and autumn/fall times.

The best thing about Everest Base Camp Trekking in December is to enjoy pleasant walks with fewer trekkers. The views of towering Snow-Mountains ranges are visible most of the days throughout the walks. Great chances of flying in and out of Lukla, on time as per the itinerary days. During high times all domestic flights to Lukla will be overbooked and can get delayed or cancellations. It is due to the unfavorable weather conditions that may hamper the trekking itinerary schedules sometimes.

THE WEATHER FOR EVEREST BASE CAMP TREK IN DECEMBER

Trekkers joining for the trek to Everest Base Camp treks in December will enjoy the pleasant and exciting scenic walks. In the cold winter season, most of the villages seem deserted. As the highlanders, Local Villagers migrate to lower warm regions to escape the cold winter. But it will be a different scenario during December with few numbers of trekkers to encounter on daily walks.

Most trekkers might think it will be cold to enjoy the walk with overcast days in December. But to their surprise, they will be amazed at bright sunny days, especially from the late morning till afternoon.
Although most days are fine, the weather is full of sunshine, but the daylight is
short and gets dark soon. The sun rises late from 6 a.m. and sets by 5:30 p.m. The nights are clear and bright with shining stars. In the mornings, and on shades away from sunlight, including the late afternoons till night are freezing. Minimum temperatures of -5° to -10° Celsius as altitude-
wise from above 2,800 m to 5,000 meters. The maximum temperatures on a clear day from late morning till mid-afternoon are -15° to -20° Celsius.

Sometimes the sunshine can be very bright with strong UV rays, during the day sometime, especially with reflection from snow. As the walks reach higher away from vegetation and above the tree lines, it gets windy. Add much cold with an extra wind-chill factor, where trekkers need to be equipped with warmer clothing, to fight against the cold. Nevertheless, as the walk progresses one will feel warm with steady paces reaching the overnight destinations.

ROUTE FOR EVEREST BASE CAMP TREK IN DECEMBER

The trail from Lukla is gradual with downs and ups to reach the first overnight halt at Phakding Village. It is located on a Dudh Koshi glacial river gorge, in a shady place away from the bright sunlight. The next morning as the sunlight strikes, enjoy the pleasant walks from one smaller village to another. Cross bridges with a slower climb to Chumo and lovely Monjo Villages, then enter the Sagarmatha
National Park. Located on a shade within a gorge, the route follows a bridge to the last village of Jorsalle. The walk leads to the river bank amidst a lovely shade of tall rhododendrons, oaks, hemlocks, and fir with pine trees.

Get cooler as you cross the last suspension bridges with a slow climb on a winding trail to Namche Bazaar. The major hub of Khumbu Villagers is the only place in the high Khumbu where a colorful and busy Saturday Market is held. Namche Bazaar is also an ideal place for rest days with a perfect altitude for acclimatization at 3,440 meters high. From Namche Bazaar the sunlight gets stronger as you reach higher heights to Tengboche. It is a beautiful spot with a colorful majestic Monastery surrounded by arrays of snow peaks.

From Tengboche leaving the forested areas for sheer mountain wilderness, as the air gets thinner with cold winds. It is a great walk with fewer trekkers to come across on a serene scenic trail to Dingboche, another lovely settlement. Dingboche, although with bright sunshine hours, mornings are cold and in the late afternoon till night time. The adventure follows higher terrains but the walk is pleasant with short steep climbs with the glorious view to enjoy. Enjoy the lovely walks to Lobuche, one of the coldest places, situated on a corner away from sunshine. Finally, the adventure reaches you at the foot of the world’s highest peak Mt. Everest. The morning is pleasant and cooler as the trail follows
above the massive Khumbu Glaciers with views of Mt. Pumori.

As well as Mt. Everest, then reaching the last remote and isolated settlement of Gorakshep. From here a few hours of steady walks to the foot of Mt. Everest at base camp. It is one of the highest spots at 5,364 m/17, 598 feet before the climb of Kalapathar high ridge. The daytime is full of sunshine for perfect views of the surrounding towering peaks with great views of Khumbu Icefall. The afternoon gets quite cold with wind chill as you reach Gorakshep for the overnight stop.

The next early morning climb of a few hours with a steep haul to Kalapathar at 5,643 m/18,514 feet. The most popular and famous, the highest viewpoints around the Khumbu region. From the top of Kalapathar offers mind- blowing views of the giant peaks including Mt. Everest at a close distance. Morning weather is fine and pleasant and can get snowy sometimes, after Kalapathar and Gorak Shep on the trail to Lukla. In the wintertime of December with fewer groups of other trekkers, flight back to Kathmandu is much easier. To get the first flight to and from Kathmandu to Lukla with fewer passengers.

CONCLUSION:

Everest Base Camp Trekking in December will be the best for trekkers who want to avoid crowds of trekkers. It will be a great adventure holiday for those interested in celebrating Christmas and New Year around the foot of Mt. Everest. Most people are unaware that visitors can enjoy moderate walks around the Himalayas in wintertime. The winter month of December is not too harsh, it can get snowed sometimes. But most days are fine and crystal clear for the views and scenic walks.

Enjoy, the unparalleled vista of the Himalayan chain of peaks on flights both ways. It is a different way to experience the serene walks to Everest Base Camp, amidst tranquil surroundings. Where one comes across fewer trekkers than in the peak times of spring and autumn seasons. During the December trek to Everest base camp can get overcast sometimes. But most days the weather remains perfect with clear blue sky, despite the freezing mornings and night times.

THE BEST TIME FOR TREKKING IN NEPAL

The best time for trekking in Nepal is season-wise, but moderate treks can be enjoyed nearly all seasons. However, Himalayan Friendly would like to recommend the best time to venture around the Nepal Himalayas. The treks to enjoy delightful moments depend upon one’s physical fitness level
and stamina to cope with steep uphill. As well as health conditions, trekkers from beginners to veteran adventurers are required to be medically fit.

Nepal has four main seasons spring, summer with monsoon, autumn/fall, and winter. Trekkers can book during these seasons, depending on the regions, grades, and duration of the treks.  Nepal has the world’s highest peaks, namely Mt. Everest, Mt. Kanchenjunga, Mt. Lhotse and Mt. Makalu. Includes Mt. Cho-Oyu, Mt. Dhaulagiri, Mt. Manaslu and Mt. Annapurna with hundreds of 7,000 m and above
6,000 meters peaks. Making Nepal, a premier country for all activities from moderate to adventurous adventures.

The influx of visitors to Nepal is especially for trekking around its various Himalayan regions. The country offers boundless destinations around the Himalayas from moderate, adventurous, challenging to demanding. From leisure hiking for a few days to moderate walks of a week or more to adventurous treks.

Trekking In Nepal

Nepal and its Himalayas offer a wider range of trekking destinations, from the Far East of Kanchenjunga and Makalu. Extends towards the Mid-East around Everest, Rolwaling Valley to Langtang and Ganesh Himal with Ruby Valley. The Himalayan range continues towards Manaslu, and Lamjung Himal towards the west with Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Himal. Includes the Far Wild West of Mustang, Dolpo, and Limi Valley to Nepal’s largest Rara Lake.  The most popular and favorite trekking destinations are around the Mid-West and Nepal’s Mid-East regions. Likewise, Annapurna ranges with dozens of trekking destinations, following different routes around the southern hills and north of the

Annapurna. Next is the Everest region the popular treks are to Everest Base Camp and the climb of high Kalapathar Viewpoint. The Everest areas of Solu-Khumbu have more to offer for eager adventurers and trekkers from the scenic Gokyo Valley of Lakes. It includes traverses over various high passes towards the east to west of Khumbu, and Everest regions.

The other favorite and popular trekking destinations are around the Langtang Himal regions. The main flow of trekkers enjoys a week Langtang Valley Trek, and visiting the holy Gosainkunda ponds. Trekkers can extend the journey to Helambu before reaching Kathmandu, after concluding Langtang and Gosainkunda trekking. The other exciting and popular is the Annapurna Circuit involves a high Thorang-La Pass above 5,416 m high.   The treks around Nepal’s Mid-West include the Manaslu Circuit, Ganesh Himal, the Ruby Valley, and Tsum Valley. Adventure continues towards Nepal Far West to Upper Mustang, following the old Trans Himalayan Trade and Caravan route to Tibet.

The other adventures around Western Nepal are Around Dhaulagiri including treks to Dhaulagiri base camp and French Pass. Then visit the Hidden Valley before completing the treks at Jomsom with a flight to scenic Pokhara city. Trekkers can also enjoy off-the-beaten routes around the Himalayan region.  Venture to the Far Wild West Nepal, and adventure to Lower and Upper Dolpo, as well as trek to Jumla and Rara around Nepal’s largest lake. The far west adventure extends to Humla and Limi Valley, located closer to the Tibet border.

VARIATION OF TREKKING GRADES AND BEST SEASONS TO CHOOSE:

The best season for trekking in Nepal also depends on the trekking regions from moderate to adventurous and challenging. Moderate treks will be ideal and perfect country walks around the Himalayas, especially for beginners. The moderate treks are a few days to a week for all types of people and age groups can join. The moderate-grade treks, do not involve high altitude and will
be safe from catching HAS (High Altitude Sickness). Which can occur in other high- altitude treks that involve passes above 4,500 to 5,000 meters. A moderate trek takes you to an average height above 2,500 m to 3,000 meters and can be enjoyed nearly all seasons. The next is adventurous treks of more than a week walks or more to 2-3 weeks. Most adventurous treks lead to moderate and pleasant walks, it is adventurous to reach higher altitude destinations.

Most adventurous walks are to base camps and include a few high passes to cross. For adventurous treks, choose the right seasons, spring and autumn/fall. Late March to May and September to November are the best for longer trekking adventures. Adventurers and expert trekkers, in search of challenging adventures can enjoy around the hidden corners of the Himalayas. The challenging treks involve traversing high passes above 5000 m to near 5, 5000 meters.

The deep snow conditions crossing over the high passes make it challenging and demanding. For the challenging grade treks, it is best to venture during the season of late spring to May and early summer of June. Include autumn/fall seasons from September to mid-November, before the winter times of heavy snowfall.  The best times for trekking in Nepal, are spring from March to May and autumn/fall of September to November.

THE BEST AND RIGHT SEASONS FOR ALL TYPES OF TREKKING:

Nepal has four main seasons, the spring (March to May), summer/monsoon (June to August), and autumn/fall (September to November). Winter (December to February).
Spring begins in March and ends in May, a lively time when vegetation gets slowly greener after the winter. The springtime days are much longer with sunlight hours
from early morning 6 a.m. till late dusk 6 p.m. Most days are fine and clear for scenic views of surroundings landscapes and snow-capped peaks. It can get overcast with a cold afternoon breeze, and light rains with snowfall above 2,500 meters high. Mornings and nights are cold including the late
afternoon, but it is the peak time for trekking in Nepal Himalayas.  The spring season is best for pleasant walks with wildflowers in seasonal bloom. Especially the rhododendrons of various species and colors from tall trees to bush. In spring temperatures rise according to altitude, an average of a minimum of 05° to a maximum of 20° Celsius, above 1,500 m high. Around 3,000 m above will be a minimum of – 5° to a maximum of 20° Celsius, excluding the extra wind chills.

AUTUMN / FALL SEASON FOR TREKKING IN NEPAL HIMALAYAS:

Autumn/ fall is the next best season for trekking in the Nepal Himalayas. Days are fine with clear weather for views and pleasant walks. Autumn/fall, from mid-September to November is one of the right seasons to venture around the Himalayas.  The autumn season is a perfect time to choose for all types of adventures around the Himalayas. Most days are full of sunshine for excellent views of the snowy peaks.

But cold mornings, late afternoons, and nighttime gets dark soon due to shorter daylight hours. Sun rises late morning at 6 a.m. and sunset by 5 p.m. From 6:30 a.m. onwards till mid-afternoon, the sun gets bright making the day walks more enjoyable. Expect snowfall above 2,500 meters high sometimes during the autumn/fall season.

WINTER SEASON FOR TREKKING IN NEPAL HIMALAYAS:

Winter times December to February, are considered the low times for tourism and trekkers in Nepal. Few travelers visit Nepal for various short trekking and other leisure adventures during the winter season. It is also an enjoyable time around the Himalayas, where trekkers encounter fewer trekkers, than in high seasons. Winter is the best time for moderate trekking around the high scenic foothills of the Himalayas. Although, cold mornings and night time, days are full of sunshine and crystal clear
for views of towering peaks. Wintertime makes a great Christmas and New Year Holiday in the Himalayas when most days are bright and clear. A few trekkers also enjoy treks to Everest Base Camp, Annapurna Base Camp, and Langtang Valley, during the winter time. Trekkers can enjoy the pleasant walk, and being away from the large crowd of trekkers on high seasons. During winter times expect snowfall above 2,000 meters high, a perfect time for short and moderate treks.

Annapurna Circuit Trek Distance

Annapurna Circuit, also known as  Annapurna Circuit Trek distance depends upon the starting and ending points of trekking. In the early days, when motorable roads were not built it took nearly three weeks to complete the whole circuit. At present one can complete the Annapurna Circuit in just within a week or less. Depends upon where you start the adventure from and to the finishing points. Most trekkers at present start the walks from Dharapani onwards to Manang, after crossing Thorang-La Pass. Which is the boundary between Manang and Mustang district, then reaches to Muktinath at Mustang areas. From Muktinath, trekkers enjoy the comfort of a jeep drive to reach the lower warm area at Tatopani Village. Then continue the uphill trek to Ghorepani and Poon Hill then conclude the trek either at Ulleri Village. Some people walk to Nayapul for the drive to Pokhara city, to complete the Annapurna Circuit.

The Annapurna Circuit trek,  distance between 160–230 kilometers (100–145 miles). It entirely depends on the route and available transportation to the starting point of the trek. As well in the end of the journey on concluding the Annapurna Circuit after 12 to 22 days.

Annapurna Circuit or Around Annapurna Trekking Routes:

The Annapurna Circuit or Around Annapurna trek can be done in two ways, clockwise or anticlockwise. The most popular and the best is using the anticlockwise, starting from Bhesishar the headquarters town of Lamjung district.

Then entering the Manang district from Talbesi onward following the trail towards Dharapani, Timang, Chame, and Pisang to Manang Village.

The distance covered approx. 98 km/61 miles, the adventure continues towards higher regions reaching Pisang Village at 3,240 m. From here the Manang picturesque valley starts after an overnight stay in Pisang village.

The distance from Lower Pisang to Manang Village is approx. 12 k.m./ 7.5 miles walking distance. It takes about 4-5 hours through the villages of Humdre and Braga, where trekkers may take time visiting Braga Monastery. As well, the walk gets slower due to spectacular views of snow-capped peaks that encircles the Manang Valley.

Some travelers takes the comfort of 4WD Jeep from Bhesishar Town to Manang, a drive of about 3-4 hours. Covering a distance of 98 km/61 miles, which is not good, altitude wise. The best ways to reach Manang Village and onwards is walking from Dharapani or Chame. Allows trekkers time to get acclimatized as well as to enjoy cultures and views of surrounding landscapes and snow peaks.

Nevertheless, on reaching Manang Village all trekkers needs an extra day at leisure for acclimatization at 3, 540 m/11,614 feet. Manang offers several short and long hike to enjoy the day amidst scenic surrounding. The best is hike to Gangapurna Himal Ice fall, the trail follows across Masrsyangdi River. Then short climb to the top of a high ridge for exciting views of Gangapurna Himal Ice-Fall and glaciers.

Includes close views of Annapurna II and III, with Chulu peaks.

Options for hike Ice Lake and 11th Century saint Milarepa Meditation Cave, a long distance walks. Takes more than 5-6 hours both ways, a tiring walks with touch of high altitude.

From Manang next destination is Yak Kharka or Ledar at 4,110 m altitude.

Distance of approx. 10 km / 6.5 miles takes about 3-4 hours to enjoy lunch and overnight stops.

The adventure continues next morning to Thorang Phedi or Upper High Camp.

Most trekkers prefers with short steep climb to High Camp above Thorang Phedi.

Which is at above 4,900 m/16,076 feet high covering 8 km/ 5 miles.

Walks from Yak Kharka to High Camp, it is the highest overnight stops of the adventure.

The next stop is Muktinath at Mustang district, from High Camp to Muktinath is approx. 15 kilometers / 9.5 miles. From High Camp to the top of Thorang-La Pass at 5,416 m/17,700 feet, the highest point of the trek. Takes more than 2-3 hours depending upon one’s fitness level to cover approx. 7 km/ 4.5 miles. Due to the rapid gain in altitude with cold morning breeze, in snow condition can take more than 4 hours.

Annapurna Circuit Trek Distance

Thorang-La Pass is the mid-way of Annapurna Circuit, as well as the boundary between Manang and Mustang district. From the top of Thorang-La a long descent to Muktinath Temple premises. Then short walk to Rani Pawa, the main village around Muktinath, located on the motorable road.

The distance from Thorang-La Pass is approx. 8 km or 5 miles takes more than 3 hours. Walking on steep downhill to another Phedi of Muktinath and Mustang district. From this west Phedi, less than hour to overnight stop at Rani Pawa in Muktinath area.

Most trekkers ends the Annapurna Circuit Trekking in the mid-way at Muktinath with drives to Jomsom. Covering 18 km/11 miles from the village of Rani-Pawa, Muktinath to Jomsom Town. For last overnight stop before flying to Pokhara from Jomsom or taking a drive.

The total Trekking distance will be approx. 96 km/60 miles, without drives. From Dharapani in Manang to Jomsom Town at Mustang district.

OPTIONS FOR 4WD DRIVES TO TATOPANI, VIA JOMSOM FROM MUKTINATH:

Most trekkers opts for drives from Muktinath to reach lower warm areas at Tatopani Village with natural hot spring. Distance of 64 km/40 miles on drives following the Kaligandaki River Valley through Jomsom, the headquarters of Mustang district. Then heading down to Ghasa via Marpha, Tukuche and Kalapani to reach Tatopani Village. After an overnight at Tatopani village driving to Pokhara, distance of 90 km / 56 miles via Baglung and Beni Towns.

ANNAPURNA CIRCUIT TREKKING MILAGE:

Starting from Bhesishar, Lamjung on drives to Dharapani at Manang to start the Annapurna Circuit trek. Distance of 34.8 km/22 miles from Bhesishar to Dharapani.

Dharapani to Chame Town on foot. 15 km/5 miles takes more than 5 hours.

Chame to Pisang Village 12 km/7.5 miles walking distance.

Pisang to Manang approx. 13 km/ 9 miles.

Manang to Yak Kharka or Ledar Approx. 10 km / 6.5 miles.

Yak Kharka to Upper Phedi or High Camp. 8 km/5 miles.

High Camp to Muktinath via Thorang-La Pass 15 kilometers / 9.5 miles.

Muktinath to Tatopani via Jomsom 64 km/40 miles driving distance.

Tatopani to Ghorepani approx. 15 km/ 10 miles.

Ghorepani to Hille Village via Ulleri Approx. 12 km/7.5 miles.

Hille to Nayapul end of the walk approx. 9 km/5.5 miles.

Nayapul to Pokhara on drives 40 km/25 miles the end of Annapurna Circuit.

Total distance with drives from Bhesishar to Dharapani, and from Muktinath to Tatopani drives with trek to Ghorepani. Then walk to Hille and Nayapul with last drive to Pokhara is 247 km/154 miles.

Langtang Valley Trek Difficult

The difficulty level of Langtang Valley Trek depends upon its grades, routes, and terrains, with elevation gain. Nevertheless, all Himalayan landscapes appear the same, with steep ups and downs and a few gradual sections. However, Langtang Valley Trekking routes are much easier and straightforward than those in other mountainous regions around the Himalayas. The difficulty level of Langtang Valley Trekking leads to moderate adventures with a slight touch of high altitude. It is a great, wonderful alpine country walk, suitable for all age groups. As well as for beginners interested in trekking around the Himalayas. The altitude gains on Langtang Valley Trekking rise gradually paces as you progress on daily walks.

On these treks, trekkers can acclimatize slowly to the high altitude, blending well with the mountainous surroundings. This makes the difficulty level of Langtang Valley Trekking much less than other high-altitude Himalayan destinations. Trekkers can enjoy daily walks of an average of 5-6 hours to designated overnight stops. The itinerary planned by Himalayan Friendly Adventures makes the adventure more altitude-friendly and enjoyable.
The guide and trekking staff also make the trek more exciting throughout the trek. Will overcome the few difficult sections on walks, especially with uphill climbs and on free days at Kyanjin Gompa. Where you have options for the steep climb to Kyanjin or Tserko-Ri high ridge top. The stunning viewpoints that Langtang Valley has to offer on these wonderful moderate adventures.

The Route and Trail on Daily Walks to langtang valley Trek.

Difficulty level on Langtang Valley Trekking to encounter, on daily walks as the terrains and altitude wise. Some trekkers might feel uneasy driving for long 5-6 hours covering a distance of approx. 140 kilometers/87 miles. It also depends on transportation, options for a regular local bus, private coach, car, or four-wheel drive. The overland journey is necessary to reach the start of the trek, as well as the end of returning to Kathmandu. Travelers need to cope with the situation and an easy and enjoyable drive costs more for better transport. Like a 4WD Jeep or Land-Cruiser, it will make the journey, much more comfortable reaching Syabrubesi. The starting and ending points of the Langtang Valley trek, are completed in a week time frame.

The route is straightforward following the HF guide, with many climbs on the first few days. To reach Kyanjin Gompa, located in the scenic Langtang Valley at 3,870 m/12,697 feet. Kyanjin Gompa is the final destination on the Langtang Valley trek, the return journey is much more pleasant on a long descent. The trail from Syabrubesi follows to Lama Hotel, Langtang Village towards Kyanjin Gompa. To enjoy the rest day, to marvel at the glorious vista, with options for hike and climbing. These two viewpoints are popular Kyanjin Ri 4,773 m and Tserko Ri 5,033 meters to capture the Central Himalayan ranges.

FOOD AND ACCOMMODATION EN ROUTE TO MAKE THE TREKS ENJOYABLE:

Food and lodge accommodation on overnight stops are important to most trekkers. Not all travelers are aware of what to expect but for one’s delights even though this remote Himalayan settlement. Provide an excellent food menu to choose from, as well as some fresh home bakeries products at Kyanjin Gompa. Most of the lodges en route have rooms with common bathrooms and toilets.
Only a few places provide rooms with attached baths and toilets, it is due to
harsh terrains and cold climatic conditions. It can make some trekkers uncomfortable, to cope with the small rooms. But, trekkers need to understand the situations, that you are trekking in the remote corners of the Himalayas. The food and accommodation also depend on the trip cost, from budget to standard lodges. As well as for single room supplement, as most trips cost the rooms are on twin sharing basis.

THE SEASONS TO CHOOSE FROM ALSO MAKE THE TREKS MORE DELIGHTFUL:

The difficulty of Langtang Valley Trekking or any other adventures, around the Himalayas is booking at the right seasons. Choosing the right times of the season makes the Langtang Valley Treks more delightful, enjoying the perfect temperatures. Nepal with four main seasons spring, summer/ monsoon (wet months of June to August), autumn/fall, and winter. The spring of March to May is one of the best seasons days are much warmer and have longer sunshine hours. It is a perfect time to ease difficulties for some trekkers, with pleasant temperatures to cover the average distance of walking. In springtime, the hills and valleys are lively with wildflowers, are around in season, the magnolia, and rhododendrons. A paradise for nature and flower lovers to enjoy the trek during springtime from March to May.

The next best season is autumn/fall, from September to November, an enjoyable time for scenic walks and views. However, with cold mornings and the late afternoon till nighttime, most days are bright with sunshine. It is the right time for some trekkers who find the walks quite difficult. But the views of the surrounding scenery make the difference, healing the tiredness from day walks.
Trekkers can also venture during the winter of December to February, the low season for trekking in the Nepal Himalayas. Despite the cold mornings, late afternoons, and nights, most days are crystal clear with blue skies.

The low and off-season of winter will be the best for trekkers; who want to avoid the mass groups of travelers. Coming across only a few trekkers, the lodges will be quite empty with only a few travelers.
During winter, expect snowfall sometimes from 2,000 meters above, which makes the whole scenario different, then in high season. Days are short with limited sunshine hours, with late sunrises, and early sunsets with freezing temperatures.
But an enjoyable and exciting season of winter trekking to Langtang Valley with fewer trekkers. This leads to a pleasant walk, the only difficulty is reaching the designated overnight stops before it gets dark.

CONCLUSION:

Difficulty in Langtang Valley Trekking entirely depends on the trekker’s aspects. Langtang Valley is a moderate-grade walk, all trekkers have to be moderately physically fit and in sound medical health. The rest is the itinerary chosen, non-outdoor types of people can request customized or tailor-made itineraries also. It will be suitable for all visitors, having enough time to marvel at the views with fewer hours of walking.

Langtang Valley Vs Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Langtang Valley VS Annapurna Base Camp Trek, both areas are magnificent for enjoying pleasant country walks. Without the hassle and problem of catching HAS (High Altitude Sickness), these trekking destinations are altitude-friendly.

Where all age groups can enjoy the walks, the trekking grade is from moderate to adventurous. Both these treks offer stunning views from the start to the end of trekking, completed in a week time frame.

Langtang Valley VS Annapurna Base Camp: The difference between these two wonderful adventures is regional. Langtang Himal falls within the Central Himalayan range, between the Jugal and Ganesh Himal ranges.
Annapurna Base Camp is located within the heart of the massif Annapurna Himalayan ranges, between Dhaulagiri and Manaslu Himalayas.
Langtang Valley and Annapurna Base Camp are about 174 km / 109 miles aerial distances apart. Langtang Valley is between the mid-east and mid-west, whereas Annapurna Base Camp is located Far North and Mid-West.
The Langtang Valley Trek takes you to the maximum altitude at Kyanjin Gompa above 3,830 meters or 12,565 feet. The trek to Annapurna Base Camp takes you at 4,130 m/13,550 feet on these treks. The altitude gains gradually, which makes Langtang Valley and Annapurna Base Camp popular adventure destinations.

SEASONS FOR LANGTANG VALLEY AND ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP:

The best seasons for these treks are right times are spring and autumn/fall. The springtime from March to May is lively with wildflowers in seasonal blooms, making the countryside vibrant. Rhododendrons flower of various species from tall trees to bushes and different colors. Expect light rain and snowfall above 2,000 meters high, with cold morning and nighttime.

The next best time is autumn/fall most days are bright, and full of sunshine, but it gets dark soon. Due to limited sunlight hours with late sunrises and early sunsets, it is an enjoyable and exciting season to venture into. Langtang Valley and Annapurna Base Camp can enjoy the trek, during the winter time of Christmas and New Year to February. However, it is cold with freezing temperatures during morning, late afternoon, and nighttime with late sunrise. It gets dark soon from 5 p.m. Expect snowfall sometimes. Despite the cold winter, most days are fine with crystal clear blue sky for views and pleasant walks.

Langtang Valley trek 8 days
LANGTANG VALLEY: Langtang Valley is one of the most popular moderate trekking in the Nepal Himalayas after the Annapurna and Everest regions. The Langtang Valley trek can be done within a week; the walk follows with scenic views of the Central Himalayas in the harmony of local cultures.
The trek involves driving, from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi Village and then walking towards higher terrains. The trail follows through a deep gorge covered in a dense forest of rhododendrons, pines, oaks, and fir trees. Soon the tall tree lines disappear as the route leads towards the mountain wilderness at Langtang Valley.

The lovely settlement of Kyanjin Gompa is situated amidst picturesque scenery, so have time to explore its scenic viewpoints. Climb to Kyanjin-Ri at 4, 773 m / 15, 655 feet offers spectacular views of Langtang and Central Himal ranges. Interested people can enjoy a long day hike and climb to Tserko-Ri 4,985 m/16, 355 feet high. It offers an incredible panorama of all the surrounding peaks of Langtang Himal, with mountains, across the border in Tibet.
After a fabulous time at Kyanjin Gompa, an enjoyable experience amidst the giant Himalayan peaks. The return journey follows the same route to Syabrubesi for an interesting drive back to Kathmandu.

ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP:

The Annapurna Base Camp trek leads you to the heart of the massif Annapurna Himalayas within a picturesque sanctuary. It is an exciting short moderate adventure of a week to enjoy the spectacular scenery of landscapes and majestic snow mountains. Annapurna Base Camp is the most popular and favored adventure destination in the Himalayan regions. It is due to its easy accessibility from the nearby motorable road, with a pleasant drive from scenic Pokhara city.

The shortest and altitude-friendly 8,000-meter mountain base camp in the whole Himalayan region. Also, the first above 8,000 meters peaks summit was conquered in mountaineering history. Summited on June 3rd June 1950, three years before Mt. Everest was climbed on May 29th, 1953.
Annapurna Base Camp Trek with the historical background and amazing location amidst a sanctuary of staggering snow-capped peaks. The trek is not too tough altitude-wise, but it leads to steep climbs and downhill. Trekkers can experience dramatic changes in the climate, vegetation, and landscapes. Starting from semi-tropical to cooler hills, and ends towards an arctic zone of rocky moraine, glaciers with arrays of peaks.

LANGTANG VALLEY AND ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP DIFFERENCES:

It is hard and beyond comparison between Langtang Valley and Annapurna Base Camp. As these regions have their special charms and beauty, the only difference is the walking distances and distance. To cover each day for overnight stops at respective destinations, as itinerary days. Langtang Valley is within Langtang National Park it is the first national park established in Nepal’s Himalayan region.

Trekkers often have the opportunity to catch a glimpse of this wildlife. Apart from the scenic walks and stunning views of snow-capped peaks and beautiful landscapes. Annapurna Base Camp and all Annapurna regions are under the control of ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Project). Langtang Valley and Annapurna Base Camp, need trekking permit TIMS (Trekking Information Management Systems).

The difference between Langtang Valley and Annapurna Base Camp is solely a trekkers’ choice. After a great experience visiting these wonderful trekking regions, then only one can find the perfect differences.

CONCLUSION:

Langtang Valley Vs Annapurna Base Camp leads to moderate adventure,
The only difference is the gain in altitude. However, these treks seem equal with a touch of local cultures and scenic views.
Annapurna Base Camp trek takes you to the heart of gigantic mountain ranges of the massif Annapurna Himalayas. Whereas the Langtang Valley trek takes you to the Central Himalayas of lesser 8,000 meters peaks. Both trekking destinations provide exceptional views and the traditional hospitality of the local natives.

Various Ways to Explore Experience On Everest Base Camp Trek

Everest Base Camp is located east from the center Kathmandu, Travelers around the world are greatly interested in stepping at the base of the towering world’s tallest peak, Mt. Everest. They can enjoy the thrill of exciting experiences throughout the trekking days to Everest base camp. There are various ways to explore and experience Everest Base Camp trekking for all age groups of travelers.

As well as in Tibet, China the National Geographic has named as the Third Pole. Due to its location straddling the borders of two nations, it is also called Friendship Mountain of both Nepal and China. Mt. Everest towers high as the world’s tallest peak at 8,848.86 m or 29,031.69 feet. The most popular trek and mountaineering expeditions are done from Nepal the Khumbu area. Where trekkers can reach Everest Base Camp at a height of 5,364 m/17,598 ft. Similarly, the North base camp from Tibet/China is at 5,150 m/16,900 feet high.

The south Nepal side is the favored treks to Everest Base Camp among trekkers and adventures. Due to its accessibility and various good facilities for visitors to Khumbu and Everest Base Camp. Including its utmost scenery of varied landscapes with views of many famous mountain ranges. The trekking to Everest Base Camp with many exciting places to explore and enjoy in the comfort; of a nice and cozy lodge. Along with glorious majestic views of world’s tallest peaks with warm traditional local hospitality. Various ways to explore and experience Everest Base Camp trekking is a great adventure to enjoy once in a lifetime.

Enjoy the Scent Short Flight to Lukla

Most flights to take’s off for Lukla early morning from 6:30 a.m. onwards.Enjoy the scenic flight on a small aircraft either Dornier, Twin Otter or similar airplanes. Soon as the flight takes enjoy the panorama of Kathmandu city and the surrounding valley. Enclosed by tiers of green hills dotted with amazing farm terraces and rural villages. As the plane reach higher views of snow-capped mountain ranges appear, overlooking Langtang, Jugal and Ganesh Himal. The views extend as far as Manaslu and Annapurna range towards far west.

The flight to Lukla diverts towards east with more perspective to enjoy views of Gaurishankar, Numbur and Everest. Includes grand scenery of Nepal’s diverse landscapes of green hills and valleys with spread out farm villages.

The grand vista of the Snow Mountains ranges towards north with views of majestic Everest, Lhotse and Nuptse. Stretches towards Mt. Makalu and Barun Himal, as the plane heads high above Dudh Koshi River. Then slowly nooses to land on a unique runway of Lukla’s Tenzing and Hillary Airport.

Everest Base Camp

PLEASANT FIRST DAY SCENIC WALK FROM LUKLA:

On reaching Lukla at 2,860 m/9,400 feet high, start the first day walk to respective overnight destination. As set by Himalayan Friendly itinerary, enjoy the pleasant first day trek, walking through the town of Lukla.

A nice gradual to start on the first day, the trail follows through Lukla town, observe the local activity. Lukla is a busy town due to its airport, it is the starting and ending point of all treks around Khumbu. A moderate size town lined with shops, stores, restaurants and hotels. As the walk leads at the end of Lukla town just by the Pasang Lhamu Memorial Gate. Tribute to the Nepali first lady to step on top of Mt. Everest on April 23, 1993.

Where every houses decorated with Buddhist prayer flags, as a symbol good of goodwill and guarding against evil spirits. The walk follows on winding path with few short steep ups and down to Phakding. Spend the afternoon and overnight halt at 2,610 m high, located by the Dudh Koshi River. A moderate sized village full of nice lodges and restaurants as well with few shops and stores.

EXCITING TREK TO FAMOUS NAMCHE BAZAAR:

Morning walk starts heading towards the famous Namche Bazaar, the hub of Everest and Khumbu. Enjoyable walk for few hours until lunch time, walking across the exciting bridges to enter Sagarmatha National Park. The park established in 1976, and designated as the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 1979.

The walk gets better on leaving the park entrance crossing bridges towards the last village at Jorsalle. An ideal spot for lunch break located on the Dudh Koshi River gorge, after a good lunch and
refreshing stop. Afternoon walk continues heading due north following the river bed covered by dense forest of pines, firs and rhododendron trees. Then the trail leads to a short steep climb to cross the last bridge of the day. Getting across above the tributaries rivers of Dudh Koshi, the Bhote Koshi and Imjatse Rivers.

The walk then heads towards winding uphill with glorious views of snow-capped peaks, Kongde, Kusum Khanguru and Thamarsaku. After hours of good walk reaching a small clearing and resting spot at Thoph Danda. An opportunity for first glimpse of Everest in the north, depending upon if afternoon is clear for the view. Slowly with short rest enjoying the surrounding views of the river valley and snow peaks. Then enter the amazing town of Namche Bazaar, steeped with lovely big houses that serves as hotels and lodges. The guide will take you to a nice hotel or lodge for relaxing stops for two nights.

Namche Bazaar at 3,440 m/11.286 feet high a perfect height for acclimatization before heading towards Everest base camp. Enjoy the pleasant rest day exploring its great view-points. The best and short hike for acclimatization, as well as for the grand vista is climb up above Namche Bazaar. The walk follows towards National Park Headquarter with fabulous bird eye views of Namche Bazaar. The next best for views is climb up for an hour or more towards Syangboche. A place with an old airstrip, the walk leads to gradual uphill path to Everest View Hotel. The first luxury hotels of Khumbu and Everest areas, listed in Guinness World Record as the highest hotels on earth. From the hotel views of Mt. Everest and Ama Dablam, located on a serene forest surrounding. Rest of the afternoon after lunch, explore the Namche Bazaar lined with shops, stores and fancy restaurants, café, bakeries.

The other great day hike is visiting the sleepy villages of Khunde and Khumjung, situated on a glacial valley. It is a moderate sized villages quite different from Namche Bazaar, and less commercial. Trekkers can observe the true traditional heritage and cultures, the hike of few hours up to Syangboche to Khumjung Village.

At Khumjung besides grand views of towering snow peaks, enjoy the tour of 500 years old monastery. The only place that treasures the scalp believed to be of a Yeti. An interesting holy Buddhist complex, steeped with ancient prayer books, tapestry and murals with vibrant religious arts and paintings.

Khumjung Village with the only High School supported by Himalayan Trust and late Sir Edmund Hillary. From Khumjung a short slow uphill walk to the adjoining Khunde Village, situated at 3,800 m/ 12,602 ft high. Khunde with the first hospital of Khumbu also built by Sir Edmund Hillary and Himalayan Trust.
The views of the Himalayan from Khunde is also spectacular, after an interesting visit of Khumjung and Khunde. Hike downhill to Namche Bazaar for overnight halt, after a great wonderful experience visiting the best places of Khumbu.

The name Namche Bazaar is due to its busy colorful Saturday market held once a week. From Namche Bazaar onwards slaughter of animals is completely restricted. Merchants and traders brings the fresh meats to Namche Bazaar, from lower areas of Solu Khumbu.

EXCITING TREK TO LABUCHE

From Namche Bazaar, after an interesting well worth extra days for acclimatization. The next overnight destination takes you to picturesque spot at Tengboche and its colorful majestic monastery. A moderate distance walks full of beautiful views of snow-capped peaks, first few hours on gradual scenic path. Afternoon walks after lunch few hours of steady climb through lovely cool forest of pines, rhododendrons, firs and junipers. Slowly the exciting uphill walk brings you on top of spectacular location at Tengboche and the monastery.

Tengboche is one of the best place for super panorama of Everest and array of snow-capped mountain ranges. It is also the vantage spot for excellent views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse and majestic looking peak Ama Dablam.

Tengboche is one of the major highlights for trekkers to enjoy the exciting gorgeous mountain panorama. Including the beautiful colorful Monastery and its large complex, it is also an important monastery around Khumbu.

An annual festival is held at Tengboche Monastery in the month of October or November, as per Buddhist Lunar Calendar. The glorious festival is called Mani Rimdu, the event where all monks and priest dressed in colorful attire. The dances and chanting wading the evil spirits and for the goodwill of all Khumbu Villagers and its lively surroundings.

Tengboche at 3,867 m /12,687 feet high is one of the most spectacular spot around the Himalayas. Trekkers can enjoy the comfort of a nice and cozy lodges staying overnight in a room with amazing views. As well enjoying the tour of the famed monastery of great cultural, religious and heritage interest.

ON THE TRAIL TO EVEREST BASE CAMP VIA DINGBOCHE:

Enjoy the morning glorious scenery of Himalayan range of peaks with Mt. Everest while having breakfast. The walk to Dingboche is fair distance ofApprox. 5 hours, start the morning hike heading downhill. Reaching the iron bridge above Imjatse River with a deep gorge, from here slowly the vegetation and tree lines disappears. As the trail heads to gradual uphill to Pangboche, the last permanent village en route Everest base camp. The other places like Dingboche, Pheriche, Lobuche and Gorakshep are temporary settlements to cater the needs of trekkers.

From Pangboche Village onwards, walk leads amidst windswept terrains, but pleasant trek with exciting close views of Ama Dablam. The trail heads to slow climb through Somare a small place with number of simple lodges and restaurants. An ideal spot for lunch break with grand vista of towering close look of Ama Dablam. Afternoon walk leads to gradual up reaching the midway of Pheriche and Dingboche. The route to Dingboche leads the lower path with short down to a stream. After the bridge, climb leads for an hour or more to enter the beautiful Imjatse Valley where Dingboche is situated.

Dingboche is a moderate sized settlement with many good lodges to enjoy overnight stops. Dingboche at 4,410 m, located west end of scenic Imjatse Valley and close beneath Ama Dablam north face. Another perfect place and altitude for acclimatization, before heading towards Everest base camp. Dingboche due to it scenic location amidst beautiful Imjatse Valley, a perfect place for another acclimatization and rest day.

Enjoy the extra day at Dingboche before heading towards higher terrain unto Everest base camp.
Various best places to explore on rest day for short and longer hiking to support acclimatization. The best and short hike is to Nagkartshang ridge top, one of the popular viewpoint for arrays of snow-capped peaks. Nagkartshang at 5,083 m high offers spectacular views of Ama Dablam, Island Peak, Nuptse, and Lhotse at close distance. Includes views of Mt. Makalu towards east with chain of snow-capped peaks.

Interested and strong energetic people can enjoy the long hike and climb up to Chukung-Ri at 5,546 m. Although the views is almost similar as from Nagkartshang but with closest views of Island Peak, Lhotse and Nuptse. For the long hike to Chukung the last settlement of Khumbu, and climb of Chukung-Ri. Takes about 6 to 7 hours both ways from Dingboche, lunch at Chukung before the climb or after Chukung-Ri.

TREK TO BASE CAMP

Enjoying rest and acclimatization days at Dingboche, the true adventure begins from Dingboche onwards. The walk leads to top ridge of Dingboche with another aspect for glorious morning views of snow mountain ranges. From the top a pleasant walk with gradual up leads to Thugla, a small settlement and ideal spot for lunch. Located in between the route of Dingboche, Pheriche and towards Everest base camp via Lobuche. Afternoon climb for less than hour with steep up to reach Thugla high ridge. After a good rest the walk continues for few hours with slow up to Lobuche. A nice settlement with number of good lodges for overnight halt with views of Lobuche and Nuptse Peaks.

TREKKING TO THE ULTIMATE DESTINATION EVEREST BASE CAMP:

Today the adventure takes you to the ultimate destination at Everest Base Camp. Enjoy the morning cool walk from Lobuche on gradual path for short while, and then short steep climb. Reaching across moraine of rocks, ice above Khumbu Glacier to reach Gorakshep, a small settlement. Gorakshep with few lodges located en route Everest Base Camp and beneath Mt. Pumori and high Kalapathar rocky ridge. Gorakshep at one time was a base camp for Everest mountaineering expeditions, as the glaciers receded.

The present base camp were shifted further east about 6 km from Gorakshep, the last final settlement before base camp.From Gorakshep, enjoy the pleasant and dramatic walk of few hours following the gradual path, above Khumbu Glacier. Then reaching Everest base camp amidst arctic zone terrains landscapes, standing beneath the world’s highest peak, Mt. Everest. Enjoy the magnificent views of surrounding giant peaks that towers between Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse and Lingtrin. Includes Khumbu Ice Fall at close distance, however, the views of Mt. Everest is obstructed by the adjoining peaks.

But truly an ever exciting place to experience, from base camp back to Gorakshep. Enjoy the last overnight, on the highest spot of the adventure enclosed by mighty snow peaks. The next early morning before breakfast, enjoy a steep climb up to the top of Kalapathar rocky ridge. One of famous and most popular viewpoints in all the Himalayas with views of Mt. Everest at a mere distance. Kalapathar the highest spot of the adventure at 5, 5,643 m /18,514 feet, after a glorious morning incredible views. Descend to Gorakshep and for onwards journey back to Lukla via Pheriche Valley, another lovely settlement.

The walk continues to Namche Bazaar and then down with short ups to Lukla for last overnight around Khumbu regions.

CONCLUSION:

Everest base camp with various exciting places to explore and experience including its fascinating Buddhist heritage cultures. Trekkers needs to obtain trekking permits and Sagarmatha National Park entrance tickets.

 Where all age groups can join in, but needs to be in good physical shape and in sound health. It is best to purchase Travel and Medical Insurance on booking Everest Base Camp Trekking. As a precautionary measures against sudden unfortunate incidence and accidents, in this case your insurance can cover the extra expenses.

The other important is choosing the best time for Everest base camp trek, the best is spring (March to May). As well as autumn/fall (September to November where days are mostly fine and clear for the views. Trekkers can enjoy walk to Everest base camp in winter time also, despite the cold weather. But most days are fine with sunshine, cold morning and night time with chances of snowfall sometimes. ‘enjoy the thrills and exciting places around Everest the roof of the world’