Christmas and New Year trekking in Nepal is a wonderful holiday. If you want to spend your holidays in Nepal and want to go trekking in the mountains, there are many treks that can be done during your holiday which are easy and short. Generally, Christmas time is also considered as the best time for treks/tour in Nepal.
Short treks like: Annapurna Pun Hill Trek, Langtang Trek, Mardi Himal Trek, Khopra Ridge Trek, Annapurna Base Camp Trek and Everest Panorama Trek, Pikey Peak Trek, Nagarkot Trek, Mini Annapurna Circuit Trek etc… These are trekking routes that can be done in a short time!
AlpineTrav Treks & Expeditions welcomes you for a short trip during Christmas and New Year holidays and we are proud to make your Christmas holidays unforgettable for the rest of your life. We are here to understand your time and needs and we will give you the best options for your precious time and efforts. Here we have presented some of the best holiday options for your Christmas and New Year holidays.
Christmas and New Year celebrations in Nepal
In Nepal, cities like Kathmandu and Pokhara celebrate the festival with great enthusiasm, while in Pokhara there will be a street festival from Christmas to New Year for one (1) week. At that time, people from different countries come to Pokhara and they Christmas and New Year the holiday. So if you are planning to come to Pokhara, Nepal to celebrate Christmas, you can make a short trek before and after the schedule and you can enjoy the festivals in Nepal. If that is not right, you can enjoy your holiday with nature.
The weather during Christmas and New Year in Nepal
December to February (winter) brings snow which sprinkles over the mountains and makes it great for viewing the snow-capped peaks. However, bad weather makes it difficult to reach the destination. Popular treks like Annapurna Base Camp, Everest Base Camp can be done during this time of the year. The weather will still be clear offering views of the mountains, the trails will be less busy, and it is a good time for photographers with fresh snow on the mountains but the only significant downside is the cold temperatures. The daytime temperatures can be between 9-12 degrees Celsius, and the evening temperatures can drop to sub-zero. High pass treks are often closed during this time of the year due to heavy snowfall. Annapurna Pun Hill Trek, Langtang Trek, Mardi Himal Trek, Khopra Ridge Trek, Everest Panorama Trek, Pikey Peak Trek, Nagarkot Trek, Mini Annapurna Circuit Trek etc. These are suitable for travelers looking for shorter treks.
The best treks for Christmas and New Year in Nepal
Annapurna Poon Hill trek and Annapurna Base camp trek is considered the best trek for the Christmas and New Year trek because it is most scenic and suitable for the time frame of the Holiday period and easy and medium, grade trek. All of you can do this trek and enjoy the breathtaking views of the Himalayas however there are many other treks which may attract your interest too if you wish to do something different than the other people do then there are other routes which are described here too. Langtang Trek, Mardi Himal Trek, Khopra Ridge Trek, Everest Panorama Trek, Pikey Peak Trek, Nagarkot Trek, Mini Annapurna Circuit Trek and many other treks can be done during the Christmas and new year.
Annapurna Poonhill Trek Best Christmas & New Year Trek
Annapurna Poonhill Trek is the best Christmas and New Year trek in Nepal. This short and easy trek will take you to the height of Poon Hill 3210 meters with panoramic views of the Himalayas. From 3210 meters you will get the most amazing view of the isolated mountains Dhaulagiri 8167 meters and Annapurna 8091 meters and many other peaks above 7000 meters. Sunrise over the Himalayas is one of the best sunrises. The trek is quite easy trek but there are many stairs on the trekking trail. This trek is also very interesting for the local around the trekking trail. Many Gurung and Magar tribes live here, you can also get to know about their culture and traditions. More importantly, it is a pure trekking in a well-diverse nature trail that gives you all the experience you are looking for from trekking. The walk through the pleasant rhododendron forest will take you to the point from where you can see the picturesque Himalayas like you have never seen before.
Langtang Trek Another Best Christmas & New Year Trek in Nepal
Langtang Valley Trek is a short and amazing trek that can be your Christmas and New Year trek in Nepal. Langtang Valley is located north of Kathmandu. You will takes can be reached in a 7-hour drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi. Syabrubesi is the gateway and starting point of the trek to Langtang Valley. Langtang Valley Trek takes you to the most beautiful valley in Nepal, which has everything a mountain lover would look for. During the trek, trekkers will be able to witness incredible views of the Himalayas and glaciers. Mountains like Langtang Lirung (7,345m), Gang Chenpo (6,388m) and many other peaks can be explored. You can enjoy the hospitality of the local people and their unique culture. Langtang Valley is inhabited by the Tamang tribe. If you are looking for a Christmas and New Year trek in Nepal, then you can go for a week-short trek that is easy and scenic.
Annapurna Base Camp Trek Best Christmas & New Year Trek in Nepal
Annapurna Base Camp Trek can also be the best Christmas and New Year trek in Nepal for trekkers. It is one of the short and amazing treks starting from Pokhara and can be done in a week or less through several routes. This popular one is the Annapurna Base Camp which gives you the best view of the mountains. Like, you will enjoy the panoramic view of Annapurna Himal 8091 meters, Annapurna South 7219 meters, Mt Fishtail 6993 meters, Tent Peak, Annapurna III, Gangapurna, Hiunchuli 6,441 meters and many other mountains. You will gain an altitude of 4130 meters at the base of Annapurna Himal. This is a medium level trekking route which can be suitable for trekkers who are looking for a short adventure in the Himalayas. You will also see the holy mountain Fishtail and Annapurna range and the giant Dhaulagiri Himal. The trek through bamboo thickets, oak, pine and rhododendron forests makes the trek more enjoyable.
Khopra Ridge Trek Is Also An Option For The Christmas Trek
Khopra Ridge Trek is a newly opened virgin trail trek in Nepal, and it is also a less crowded trek. It is located at the between of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna. Khopra Ridge Trek is also known by trekkers as Khayer Lake Trek and Dhaulagiri, Annapurna Trek. From here, the Khopra trek is unparalleled for seeing the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Himalayan ranges up close. Khopra Danda or Khopra Ridge trek is the final point of the trek which falls entirely within the Annapurna South range. From here, the views of Annapurna South, Nilgiri, Dhaulagiri, Dhaulagiri 2, Dhaulagiri 3, Dhaulagiri 4, Gurja Peak, Tukuche Peak, Dhampus Peak, Thapa Peak, Machhapuchhre and many other peaks are mesmerizing and can be seen from here alone. Similarly, the view of Kaligandaki Valley is even more amazing. The ultimate goal of the trek is to reach the 4500-meter-high Khayer Lake and experience a spiritual experience. This lake is also known as the holy lake located southwest of Annapurna.
Useful Tips For Trekking In Nepal During Christmas & New Year
- – Do not visit high altitude places and high passes during wintertime on your own as the trails will be fully covered in snow and it will be hard to navigate.
- – Re-check your equipment list and make sure you have brought good winter gears.
- – The days are shorter during winter so start your journey early.
- – Bring a good thermos and a cover for your water bottles to keep the hot water last warm for a longer period.
- – Pack extra batteries for your camera as the battery tends to deplete very quickly
- – Get updated information about the region you are going to tread
- – Pack extra socks and inner wears as it will take longer time than usual to dry your clothes after a wash.
- – Check the weather forecast and plan accordingly.
If you want to spend your Christmas and New Year holidays in Nepal trekking and go on a mountain trek, please contact us, your Christmas and New Year excitement will be very exciting and entertaining. If you have any inquiries, please send us a message, we will get back to you within 24 hours.
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