Looking for something extraordinary in the Khumbu Region? Check out our 14-day Gokyo Valley with Renjo La Pass trek for a unique Everest region experience. This trek offers stunning, less-crowded mountain vistas, including views of Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu from Renjo La Pass and Gokyo Ri. Within 2 weeks, witness Gokyo Lakes and the Ngozumpa Glacier. Learn more about Sherpa culture in more authentic villages. Best for trekkers seeking a less crowded, adventurous, yet manageable introduction to high-altitude passes.
Gokyo Renjo La Pass Trek - 14 Days
The very first one that falls to your mind when you are thinking of a trek in the Everest region is the Everest Base Camp, right? Let us do something a bit different, then, why not? We come with a thrilling trekking package, the Classic Gokyo Lake Renjo La Pass Trek, that gives you a totally different exposure with a beautiful, thrilling trek experience to the innermost part of the Khumbu region in Nepal.
Gokyo Lakes Trek via Renjo La Pass Trekking Package is an alternative to the popular Everest base camp Trek with an emphasis on colorful mountain scenery, with dense woods and terracing leaning towards alpine meadows, glacial alpine lakes, and wavy mountain passes. Magnificent Gokyo Lakes, and the challenge of crossing the unbelievably scenic Renjo La Pass. These high lakes, together with the daunting nature of conquering the pass all the way to the top, provide truly mesmerising views of some of the world's tallest mountains.
We also guarantee you the trekking experience of a lifetime in Gokyo Lake Renjo La Pass Hike with our Index Adventure's finest service. The trek is a unique experience for trekkers looking forward to fun, serenity, and discovery in isolation from the more crowded trek to the Base Camp of Mount Everest.
Why choose Everest Gokyo Lakes Via Renjo La Pass
- View flight to Lukla, which has one of the shortest landing strips in the world, Kathmandu-Lukla
- Spend a few days in the rich culture of the Sherpa people on your journey through traditional Sherpa villages, where one is treated to their warm hospitality and gets to stay as a guest of their unique Sherpa way of life
- Explore the Sagarmatha National Park- a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Treat yourself to the local cuisine of the Sherpa and Tibetan cuisines. Moreover, befriend local Sherpas
- Be amazed by the beauty of its glacier in the Nepal Himalayas Ngozumpa glacier which is the largest in Nepal
- Visit the holy Gokyo Lakes, which are a row of freshwater lakes at high altitude with the view of glaciers and massive mountains all around
- Immerse yourself in the panoramas of the majestic mountains like Cho Oyu, Lhotse, and Makalu as you ascend to the renowned viewpoint- Gokyo Ri
- Traverse the challenging and satisfying Renjo La Pass
- Visit the ancient Buddhist monasteries of Thame Valley
- Experience the calm and tranquility of the Himalayas by walking through remote and undeveloped landscapes that have not yet been snatched by the crowds
Gokyo Valley - Breathtaking panoramas of the Globe’s highest peaks
Gokyo Valley is a perfect trekking destination whose serene lakes and beautiful mountain views make it a world-recognized destination. The valley hosts the sacred Gokyo Lakes, which happen to be the highest in the world, sitting at a freshwater lake in the world, and it is surrounded by massive mountains. Close to this valley is a huge glacier called the Ngozipmpa glacier, the largest in Nepal, which adds extra magnificence to the valley's majesty and also creates amazing scenes in the valley.
Stunning landscape, great culture, and a certain lack of ferocity compared to the other trails, Gokyo Valley is the perfect place to go trekking to provide oneself with a combination of adventure and leisure in the Himalayas.
Gokyo Renjo La Pass Trek Itinerary
You will be welcomed with a board of “Index Adventure" by one of our staff once you touch down at your destination, Tribhuvan International Airport. You will then be transferred to the Kathmandu hotel. The remaining part of the evening should be spent at leisure or by wandering.
Your Everest Gokyo Renjo La trip begins in Kathmandu as you fly to the town of Lukla, where you will be taking the initial steps on the trail. The initial part of the journey is not that hard, and you will make your way through beautiful forests to a little village in the area called Phakding. During the visit, you would visit the Sagarmatha National Park to include an ascent to the busy town of Namche Bazaar. At this point, you will allow your body to get adjusted to the high altitude and will trek to the Everest View Hotel.
Once you have had a day to acclimatize at Namche, you will carry on your trek to the distant villages of Dole and Machhermo. Once you arrive at the sight of Gokyo Lakes, you will spend a day exploring and doing preparations for the following day's hike to the renowned viewpoint, Gokyo Ri.
Now you will climb up towards the Renjo La Pass, which is at a height of 5360 m, to Lunden. You will now be heading towards Thame village and further onto Namche Bazar. Moving back to the same way you arrived in Lukla, you will stay here on your last night out. At last, you will fly back to Kathmandu and complete your memorable Nepal Everest Renjo La Pass with Gokyo Tour experience of the Himalayas.
Best Time to Hike Gokyo Valley and Renjo La
Gokyo Renjo La Pass Trek is a breathtaking adventure and sightseeing adventure in the core of Nepal Himalayas that will give you the best opportunity to explore what mountaineering in Nepal is all about. However, the real issue is at what time is the most appropriate time to explore? The solution is simple: the Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-November) seasons, therefore, are the ideal seasons to perform the trek.
September and October are the best months of the year as far as trekking in Nepal is concerned, and the Gokyo Lakes Renjo La Pass Trek is not an exception. It is filled with the warm sun rays in autumn, and the temperature is bearable during these weather conditions- this is the perfect moment to roll into this adventure. Whereas you spend the beginning of the spring season, the trek will turn into a true garden of hues, as rhododendrons and other wildflowers sprout, providing the already breathtaking scenery with an added lushness of colors.
Gokyo Renjo La Pass During Summer and Winter 2025/26
The Gokyo via Renjo La Pass trek can also be done during the monsoon season, and this can be treated as a chance to see the less congested trails. However, throughout this time, the presence of unfavorable weather circumstances, a lesser number of services, and higher expenses can affect your trekking experience. We are not recommending you take this trail in the winter months. The weather is also harsh at this period, and the trails are slippery, which considerably increases the level of risk, especially when one is passing through the Renjo La Pass.
How Challenging Is The Gokyo Ri with Renjo La pass Hike?
The trek to Gokyo Renjo La Pass is a moderate-to challenging grade trek with spectacular views, serene cultural experiences, and the feeling of accomplishment. The Gokyo Lakes via Renjo La involves long days of hiking (79–84 km (49–52 miles) in total ), steep hills, and downhills, and therefore, good physical condition and stamina are needed. The peak altitude that trekkers will be challenged to is a high of 5,360 meters at Renjo La Pass. There is also the fatigue that comes as a result of altitude sickness, which requires the trekkers to be lifted to higher altitudes.
In this way, we have arranged a perfect Gokyo Lake through Renjo La Itinerary 14-day schedule giving more than enough acclimatization days so that your body can be acclimatized to high altitude and contract less illness. You will have a very knowledgeable and qualified guide to travel within the trek. Where evacuation is necessary as a result of the emergency, they shall organize the evacuation process and liaise accordingly with the teams in Kathmandu.
Alternatives Gokyo Lake via Renjo La pass Itineraries
Come along with us and experience this great trekking adventure to the Himalayas in Nepal. Nonetheless, in case you feel the Gokyo Renjo La pass package is not to your taste, you always have the option of opting for other packages in the Everest region.
If you need a less demanding trek, you could consider the Everest Gokyo Lake Trek without crossing Renjo La Pass. The Gokyo lakes are so beautiful that you do not have to cross the challenging Renjo La Pass.
Desire even more trekking possibilities? We have another one of them. If you have an adventurous soul and you want to test yourself more, investigate the Everest Chola Pass Trek. This trek package will offer you a chance to reach the base camp of the highest mountain in the world, and that too by crossing one of the high passes in the Everest region, Cho La Pass.
2025 Everest Gokyo Lakes with High Altitude Pass with the Top Agency
We at Index Adventure operate all our Everest region routes with complete support from our experienced guides, dependable porters, and our dedicated 24/7 logistics coordination team. Our tour-trekking leaders and guides are highly skilled and disciplined.
We design every trek, including the 14-day Everest Renjo La Itinerary, with altitude considerations as our primary concern. Moreover, we constantly modify our pacing to match trekkers' comfort level and needs during the full trip of the Everest Gokyo Lake Hike. We provide the best reliable logistics support for trekking to ensure a safe and enjoyable trek to Gokyo Valley with Renjo La Pass.
Whether you join one of our Renjo La Pass Trekking with Gokyo Valley group departures or arrange a private trek, we commit to making your best trekking experience safe, adaptable, and memorable.
Join our 2025/26 Everest Gokyo Lakes via Renjo La Pass trek with Index Adventure.
Gokyo Renjo La Pass Trek - 14 Days Itinerary
Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, one representative from our team will greet you at the airport with a warm welcome. Then, you will be transferred to your hotel in the heart of the city, where you will check in and take some time to rest and recover from your journey. You may even explore the vibrant streets of Thamel, filled with cafes, shops, and cultural vibes.
The trekking leader or guide will meet you at the hotel after breakfast & to brief you about the trek, and free and easy for the day with last-minute shopping.
After an early breakfast, you will be transferred to the domestic airport in Kathmandu, or during peak seasons, take a drive to Manthali Airport in Ramechhap. You board a 25-30 minute flight to Lukla, the main gateway to the Everest region, where you are treated to stunning views of the nearby Himalayas. Upon landing in Lukla, you begin your trek to Phakding, passing through forested valleys, Sherpa villages, crossing several suspension bridges, and walking alongside the Dudh Koshi River. Arriving at Phakding, a small village located in a quiet river valley, offers a perfect place to rest after the first day of the trek.
After breakfast at your teahouse in Phakding, you begin your trek along the Dudh Koshi River, crossing multiple suspension bridges and passing through charming villages and a steep uphill climb through pine forests towards Namche. Today’s trek can be challenging yet mesmerizing because of the increasing altitude, but with the first glimpse of Mount Everest, your journey gets even more captivating. Reaching Namche, the bustling Sherpa capital and main trading center of the Khumbu region, is surrounded by stunning Himalayan peaks.
Today is a rest day in Namche Bazaar to help your body adjust to the increasing altitude, reducing the risk of altitude sickness. On this day, you take a short hike to Hotel Everest View, treated with stunning panoramic views of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, and other peaks. You may even visit the Sherpa culture museum and learn about Sherpa history, and take a well-deserved rest at a local bakery or cafe.
Today, you leave Namche and head towards Dole, following the trails that gradually climb out of the town, providing some of the spectacular views of Ama Dablam, Everest, and Lhotse. From here, you take a steady climb through dense forests with dense trees, waterfalls, and a chance to spot musk deer or the Himalayan mountains. The journey brings you to Dole, a small settlement with a few teahouses, situated at an open ridge with beautiful views of Khumbila and Tawache peaks.
Trekking from Dole to Machhermo is a relatively short and steady climb, passing through open landscapes and alpine shrubs, offering you breathtaking vistas of Cho Oyu and nearby peaks. You pass through several small streams and pass through Lhabarma and Luza. Upon reaching Machhermo Village, a small settlement area with teahouses, a health post, and stunning views, it becomes a perfect place to enjoy the scenery. This place is an excellent spot for acclimatization.
Making your journey from Machhermo to Gokyo involves a gradual uphill section through alpine meadows, offering a moderate trek; however, the higher altitude makes it more demanding. Along the way, you are rewarded with breathtaking views of Cho Oyu, Ngozumpa Glacier, and turquoise lakes. You can also have the opportunity to witness wildlife like the Himalayan tahr and the snow pigeon, making the way peaceful with fresh mountain air. As you reach Gokyo, a scenic village located beside the third lake, surrounded by massive peaks and the glacier, making it one of the most beautiful spots in the Everest region.
The journey from Gokyo to Gokyo Ri and return to Gokyo Lake can be challenging in the morning, with a moderate descent afterward. The best part about today’s journey is the best panoramic views seen, including Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu, along with surrounding views of the Gokyo lakes, Ngozumpa Glacier, and surrounding valleys. Having a full day's rest around Gokyo Valley.
One of the main highlights of this trek, crossing the Renjo La Pass, is quite thrilling and challenging as we descend towards the remote northern valley through the rugged landscapes and terrains that remind us of the Tibetan valleys across the border. The journey begins slightly uphill through the grassy areas and gets steeper as we approach our destination. After passing through Renjo La Pass, we trek downhill through the lush meadows to Bhote Koshi Valley to reach Marulung.
We’ll take a morning walk downhill to Thame Village, located west of Namche Bazaar. In Thame, we’ll visit an old monastery that is over 500 years old. This village, known as the "Everest Summiters' Village," is the birthplace of Kami Rita Sherpa and home to many other legendary mountaineers. After having lunch, heading to Namche Bazaar.
As we come to the final day of our trek, be sure to capture as many pictures as you want because the following day, you will be on your way to the capital. The trek from Namche to Lukla takes us as we follow the trail along the Dudh Koshi River. Overnight stay at Lukla.
In the early morning, we’ll take a short walk to Lukla airport for our return flight to Kathmandu, enjoying the aerial views of the Khumbu region. Upon arrival at Kathmandu’s domestic terminal, we will transfer to your hotel, wrapping up a wonderful adventure at the Gokyo Renjo La Pass Trek.
After breakfast (depending on your flight time), one representative from our team will transfer you to the Tribhuvan International Airport for your final departure. As you drive through the streets of Kathmandu one last time, you may find yourself reflecting on the incredible journey. You will be leaving Nepal, but the memories of the Himalayas, the Sherpa culture, and the jaw-dropping landscapes will stay with you long after your journey.
Cost Details
Includes
- International airport pick up and drop off by private vehicle.
- 3 Nights 3-star Hotel in Thamel, Kathmandu with BB Plan.
- Both-way domestic flight ticket (Kathmandu -Lukla- Kathmandu) including airport transfer to the domestic airport ( Note: Domestic Lukla flights will be diverted from Ramechhap Manthali due to Big seasons such as April to May & October to November.
- Ground transportation in a private vehicle as per the itinerary.
- 10 nights' Trekking lodge / Teahouse accommodations during the trek(twin sharing).
- 3 times meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner), a cup of tea or coffee during the trek.
- Government register expert with a professional English-speaking trekking guide, including accommodation, food, transportation, equipment, and salary.
- All necessary paperwork and Sagarmatha National Park entry permit, Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Entrance Ticket, including local Tax, Government tax & official expenses.
- (if needed) Sleeping bag, down Jacket & Duffel Bag (to be returned after trip completion).
- Duffle bag, and a company T-shirt (complimentary).
- Free luggage storage at the Index Adventure Store.
- Farewell Dinner & Trekking Achievement Certificate.
- Exclusive Medical Kit Bag.
Excludes
- International airfare, all kinds of travel insurance, and the Nepal visa fee. (You can apply online, or you can easily issue the visa on arrival at the International Airport in Kathmandu. ( For a Nepal Visa, 15 days - $25-30, 30 days- $40-50and 90 days- $100-110).
- Extra nights' accommodation & lunch, and dinner in Kathmandu city.
- Personal expenses such as all kinds of drinks, hot showers, battery charging, extra meals, and wifi laundry.
- Travel and rescue insurance (necessary).
- Additional Costs or delays caused due to Circumstances beyond our control. Example: bad weather conditions, landslides, illness of government policies, strikes.
- Porter to carry your luggage during the trek. If you would like to take a porter, you can check our Add-ons Details option.
- Tips for guides and porters.
Add-ons & Options
Porter Service - US$225
Hiring a skilled porter in the Gokyo Renjo La Pass Trek at this rate will give the much-needed support to your whole trip. Each porter can carry up to 25 kg of equipment (mostly a duffel bag), allowing you to travel light and not worry about heavy baggage. When traveling with another person or friends, one porter has to be shared between two, effectively dividing the load to approximately 12.5 kg per person.
Kathmandu to Lukla Heli Flight - US$400 to US$500
Lukla serves as the starting gateway for treks in the Everest region. An option is a 45-minute helicopter flight out of Kathmandu, which is extremely picturesque and quick, but can cost around US$400 per seat on a shared flight. Every helicopter can hold a maximum of five passengers and a combined luggage weight of 450 kilograms.
Lukla to Kathmandu Helicopter Flight - US$400 to US$500
On the way back to KTM after completing the trek, you may opt for a helicopter ride between Lukla and Kathmandu, which is a fast and comfortable 45-minute journey. It is 400 USD for a shared flight.
FAQs for Gokyo Renjo La Pass Trek - 14 Days
- Private Guide + Porter
- Private Guide + No Porter
- Porter-Guide (Combined Person)
- Small Group Trek with Guide + Porter or Yaks
Tips are highly expected by every porters and guides whom you go with. It is nice and acceptable way of saying thank you for their support and help during your whole journey. Normally, we suggest to tip around 10-20% of total trip cost. And, they feel happy when you pay tip in Nepali rupees because they felt difficulties to exchange while you pay them in your currencies.
Nepal Standard Time (NPT) is the standard time zone for Nepal. With a time offset from Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) of +5:45 all over Nepal, it is one of only three time zones with a 45-minute offset from UTC.16.
You will find good toilet facilities in the lodges and hotels and you will get to shower and wash your hair in hotels/lodges where you will stay. Our tour leader will orient you about all thinks when you reach here in detail too.
Our representative will be there at airport to receive you with your nameplate who will carry your luggage and place it to private vehicle and then he/she will drop you to the booked hotel where your tour leader will be waiting you for a meet. And, also be aware that when you proceed out of the Airport, some Nepali carriers might try to help you to carry your luggage, and ask you for a tip. So you need to say 'Not needed' and wait to find our representative.
You can book the trip through our website, phone, or via email. It is always a good idea to book your trip in advance because some of trekking regions we need reserved the domestic flight and we accommodate last minute bookings also even you arrive and want to organize.
About the payments terms you need to pay 20% of total price as advance deposit to confirm reservation before arrive to Nepal after remaining balance of the payment shall be paid when you arrive to Kathmandu.
Normally, you should bring extra money for alcoholic and soft drinks, hot shower, tipping for staffs and shopping around the trek. We suggest to you bringing $ 250 to $ 300 Dollars which you can change in different currencies converting outlets. In Kathmandu and Pokhara cities you can withdraw Nepali rupees from ATM’s Booths too, credit cards can be used to purchase expensive items but there is additional Charge for this service. Undeniably, Kathmandu city is the shopper’s paradise. One can treasure trove the real work of art and memento. Some of the most prevalent things that foreigners usually shop in Nepal are weaved garments, Tibetan carpets, pottery, mask and manikins, statues, Khukuri (traditional knife), and Thanka paintings.
Everything relies upon the time and elevation of your trek. However, if you are trekking on higher elevations, you should carry with yourself a down jacket and a pair of warm clothes. In other occasions, carry trekking jeans and shorts, sleeping bag, a pair of trekking boots, and camera and gears that you may require. Counsel a checklist of clothing and gears on our site, but remember to pack light clothes & gears. Normally, you need to carry a small day pack where you can put your light water proof jacket, 1 liter water bottle, sunglasses, cap/hat, your personal medicine and some money. A porter will carry your luggage, and you should pack your clothes and sleeping bag on plastics and keep into your rucksack which should be below 12 KG/25 pounds. In long days trek your luggage will kept back to hotel where you will came back after your trek.
Normally you can purchase SIM cards to use in your smart mobile phones in Kathmandu, Pokhara and other major cities too. To purchase SIM cards you need to provide a passport size photo and copy of your passport. It cost you very cheap to purchase such SIM cards.
Normally, all hotels and restaurants in city grant access to free internet services to their guests.Since you will be in the mountainous region, Wi-Fi might not work everywhere or for many days. However, most of the guesthouses offer Wi-Fi for free or for a little charge. It is better not to rely on the internet and enjoy your trip. Else, you can use mobile internet after acquiring a Nepalese SIM cards like 'NTC SIM Cards' or 'NCELL SIM cards',in mountains until you get signal of Cello phone.
Yes! It is highly recommended to get a travel insurance before travelling to Nepal. Most of the travel insurance covers your emergency flights, medical expenses, and theft or loss of possessions but in the mean time while you are trekking in Nepal you should buy mountain helicopter evacuation insurance up 5500 m. We suggest you to buy insurance policy in your country because we don’t have mountain rescue insurance here in Nepal.
There is high chances of getting altitude sickness while trekking above 3000m but there will be no worry because you will be taken care responsibly. Our guides are trained enough to handle this kind of situationIf the situation is harsh then guides promptly, moves you to a lower elevation first, and will be given medical aid as the quick treatment to recover. In case of emergencies the guide will take immediately action transfer to the nearby hospital utilizing your travel insurance. Remember to keep calm during such situations, also trust your guide, who is also trained in first aid.
Our Guides carry a Normal medicine & emergency First Aid Kit. But “Prevention is always better than cure”, so it is always a good idea to bring your personal medicines along with you when you come to Nepal. Despite the fact that there are numerous drug stores in Kathmandu, Chitwan, and Pokhara, and major cities of Nepal. It is highly suggested to carry some essential restorative stuff like insect repellent, sunscreen, lip balm, eye drops, and swathes etc.
Firstly, Nepal is referred as one of the safest countries in the world, so Nepal indeed is safe for solo female Trekkers as well. Besides, while you're on one of our treks, we assume individual liability for your prosperity, a responsibility we regard genuinely.
Nepal is the safest place to travel. Nepal lies in the safest place or destination for every foreigners who wants to travel Nepal. Travelers needs to fallow basic rules so that they can explore the Nepal freely. A reputed and legally register travel company used to organize and manage your whole trip. So there will be no any problem during your visit. During your long trip there will be one Nepali Guide with you and he/she will handle your all issues and tells you do's and don'ts during your visit. Some of the basic rules are listed below.
- Do not trek alone.
- Do not display your cash and expensive items.
- Ask your immediate queries with us and our representatives.
- Have your travel insurance and leave a copy to us.
- Leave a copy of your passports and other important document to us.
- Don’t hesitate to ask any questions to your travel planner and your travel partner.
We are here to support you to make your travel memorable. You should fully believe on us.
If you are travelling through air then you can only enter Nepal through Tribhuvan International Airport; is the only international airport in Nepal that operates several international flights on a daily basis. The airport is located in the capital city: Kathmandu, which is a popular hub for tourists visiting Nepal.
If you are travelling through road ways then you can either enter from China Border and India Boarder but before entering Nepal you should report yourself to Nepal Entry/Exit Points. Some of road entry/exit points are:
From China: Rasuwagadi Border & Kodari Border.
From India: Dhangadi, Kanchanpur, Nepalgunj, Birgunj, Kakarvitta, Bhairahawa
Reference: http://nepalimmigration.gov.np/content/immigration-offices--entry--exit-points-1.html
If you want to make your trip considerably comfortable and hassle free, you ought to hire a porter or a guide. A porter will carry your belongings while a guide will lead you to your destination conveniently, and they aid you in any kind of emergency, so it would be an ideal decision to take a guide with you.
Since there are numerous restaurants serving vegetarian foods in Nepal, there is no problem in being a veggie lover. You can easily get vegetarian food even when you enter normal restaurants.
The meals and water available in lodges and camps are hygienic enough while trekking in Nepal.The predominant daily food of people in Nepal is lentil soup and curried vegetables with rice, typically called "Daal, Bhat,Tarkari” in Nepali. You might find the curries often spicy and oily which might bring out stomach problems to the foreigners. Along the Trekking trail will be simple, mix of local and international cuisine.Hence, we would suggest you to stick with normal, less spicy food. Another thing that one ought to know about while visiting Nepal is to drink packaged mineral water unless you are sure that the water is boiled, filtered or you can refine with water medicine tablets.
Tea house trekking refers to a trek where all your accommodation and meals are organized in a lodge/house with subtle services.
Camping trekking is a trekking where we furnish you with tent settlement and full board with dinners to be cooked by proficient trekking cook in a versatile camp, outfitted with a kitchen and with satisfactory care staff of kitchen assistants, aides and porters.
The duration of your trek and the choice of the destination determines the difficulty and length. Generally, the duration lies from a minimum of 5 days to a maximum of 30 days or even more. This relies upon the Trekking route that you've chosen however; normally we will be walking close to five to six hours per day. There are different types of trekking grading from easy, moderate and changeling.
One must possess a moderate level of physical fitness, past hiking experience, should not retain any chronic or subtle health issues especially in leg functions, and must be able to mentally adjust for multi-day treks in the remote areas. If you match all of the above criteria, then you are ready to trekking Nepal.
This relies upon where you go and in which season you travel. Nepal has 3 different regions for climate where Himalayan region is mild cold in summer and freezing cold in winter, in Hilly region all whole year climate is suitable for travel but in Terai region the summer is very hot and in winter is too cold.Weather in the Himalayan region is unpredictable. Around the morning, evening and night, it normally gets cold yet the days are warm. Winter (December to February) will be bit colder however the days will still be very delightful and comfortably warm if the sun is out. There might be some snowfall during the winter in high elevation places. You should always carry some warm clothes while trekking in the higher elevations, whatever the season.
You will be able to do all these activities in Nepal, yet they completely differ from each other. Trekking is a multi-day walk where you stop at various destinations along the trail. Generally, hiking refers to one day walk up from 2 hours to eight hours which might be a one or two day event. Mountain climbing is an adventurous activity which requires special gears and training, and is more risky than that of trekking and hiking as you climb the summit of mountain peak.
Trekking in Nepal can be done anytimeof the year, except for monsoon. During monsoon (June-August), trekking becomes a bit difficult due to heavy rainfall and unpredictable weather. However, the best time of the year for trekking in Nepal lasts from month of March-May (Spring Season) and September-November (Autumn Season).
Upon your arrival, you can exchange your currencies at Tribhuvan International Airport but it might be low rate than other exchange places. However, banks do accept other countries' currencies too. All major banks of Nepal provide currency exchange services. Or the other option might be, exchanging your currency with the licensed money exchangers in major citieslike Kathmandu & Pokhara and mostof the commercial banks have ATM machines in major cities and towns of Nepal like Kathmandu and Pokhara where you will be able to withdraw money from your home country bank using your ATM card.
Yes! Nepal is the safest country for the travelers around the world.
Yes! Except for the citizens of India, you need to get yourself a Nepalese visa to enter the territory of Nepal. If you are an Indian citizen a valid identity would be enough to enter Nepal via the entry points.
Nepalese visa is easily available upon your arrival at any entry points (ref Q.N 1). Yes, you can get on arrival tourist Visa at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu there are some countries visa will needed $ 25 for 15 days, $ 40 for 30 days and $100 for 90 days tourist visa from the dates of issue.For Tourist Visa, you need to bring along your valid passport ( must be valid up to 6 months ,just in case extra photocopies of passport ) and few copies of passport sized photograph.
You can apply online visa also. https://online.nepalimmigration.gov.np/
Necessary Documents to bring/carrywhile traveling in Nepal are:
- Copy of your travel insurance,
- Emergency contact numbers of insurance agent and family members/friends
- Immediate cash and
- And any special medicine.
Note: The resident of countries like Nigeria, Ghana, Afghanistan, Zimbabwe, Somalia, Cameroon, Swaziland, Iraq, Ethiopia, Liberia, Palestine do not get visa in the entry point of Nepal.