December is the start of the winter season. December is regarded as a good month for hiking plans in Nepal. From the end of December to February, the climate is pleasant during the day time. The days are dry and sunny. But in the uphill region, the temperature can fall up to particularly at night. Hiking in Nepal during the month of December is likely to happen the full month. But the initial part of the month is normally more convenient and selected by hikers.
Nepal’s plain side is not much cooler but the warmth intends to decline as we go to higher regions. This indicates that some of the higher altitude hiking is not suggested in the month of December. Only hikers below 4000m will be more convenient and protected.
Majority of the Annapurna, Everest and Langtang hikes are likely to trek in the month of December. But some of the other famous hiking regions like Mustang and Simikot will be closed in those areas after the snowfall begins. Since Nepal has a short winter, the travelers can visit the nation at the time of initial December for hiking in the mountainous areas. This month, Nepalese agriculturists harvest unmilled rice and begin growing wheat. They will also start to grow potatoes and maize.
The visitors will also get an opportunity to experience the friendliness of the nearby residents in the uphill. Because of the divergent topographical characteristics, Nepal’s weather also differs from one location to another. Towards the north, summers seem to be cool on the other hand winter is harsh. During the time in the south, summers are hot and winter seems too modest. To the hilly areas (Kathmandu Valley), the weather is decent with standard temperature of 2 0 C to 12 0 C during the winter season. But, in the mountainous region, the temperature will decrease to freezing degrees.
Focal points of Trekking in Nepal in December
Spring and Autumn seasons are the most famous seasons for hiking in Nepal. Nevertheless, trekking in Nepal during the winter season has its own different benefits. It hardly rains in December, so the skies are translucent. At the time of winter season, there is snowfall only in the high altitude regions. But at the lower altitudes, the climate is convenient for the hike. The tourists can even have fun with the magnificent landscape of mountains with snow covered on the top.
In Nepal, winter is the off season for hiking. So, the visitors will not encounter any problems linked to lodging at tea houses. It is because even the most active hiking routes are not very crowded during the month of December. Nepal is a famous tourist place. Matter of fact, many people would like to go for vacation in Nepal at the time of Christmas and New Year. Hence, hiking in December provides the visitors an excellent chance to accomplish the vacation dream in the country with mountains.
Best hike place in Nepal during the month of December
There are some locations in Nepal where the visitors can hike even in the month of December. In Spite cold climate, this month provides transparent skies, stunning sunrise, and magnificent uphill.
Here are the few stunning hikes in which the visitors can go for hiking in the month of December.
1. Everest Panorama Trek in December
Everest Panorama Trek is a short and easy trek in the Everest region in Nepal. This short hike presents the visitors with a spectacular landscape of top mountains that includes Everest, Lhotse, Thamserku and many more. This beautiful trek begins through a beautiful flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. The trekkers will pass by thick rhododendron forests on the other hand riverside. The trekkers will reach the popular cultural Sherpa village of “Namche Bazaar”. Namche Bazaar is the significant attraction of the Everest view.
2. Ghorepani Poonhill Trek in December
Ghorepani Poonhill Trek is a short and simple expedition hike across Annapurna region. This hike begins and ends in Pokhara, the second largest city in the nation. It is one of the most popular hikes since it is quick, smooth and appropriate to all types of trekkers.
This short hike in the highlands of the Annapurna region will provide the visitors a beautiful view of the mountains covered with the snow on the top. On the routes, the visitors will also get an opportunity to visit beautiful Gurung villages and talk with friendly locals. This hike begins from Nayapul subsequently, passing the Modi Khola on the way to Hile. The route will direct the visitors to the interesting Ghorepani Village.
3. Langtang valley Trek in the month of December
Langtand is the third most famous hike in Nepal after Annapurna and Everest regions. This hike is situated in the closest mountainous region from Kathmandu. This magnificent hike directs the visitors to different parts of the Langtang area. Langtang Valley Trek starts through a drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi. At the time of hike, the trekkers will walk through lower parts of the Valley directing past various settlements and panoramas.
As the trekkers move ahead, it will direct them to kyanjin Gompa. At the time of the hike, the trekkers will climb up Kyanjin-RI and experience the beautiful landscape of Mt. Langtang and other mountainous regions. This trek presents the trekkers with the high waterfalls, mountains with snow on the top, and glaciers. On this route the trekkers will get an opportunity to visit the rich tradition of Tamang people.
Important Tips for Trekking in Nepal during the month of December
At the time of winter in Nepal it is not as harsh compared to other places in the world. The mountainous and hilly parts have cold mornings and evenings. Nevertheless, afternoons are warm and sunny. Despite the cold weather, there are more advantages to hiking during this time of the year. Hence, trekking is enjoyable even in the month of December up until the altitude of 3000m.
• Since December is in winter, the visitors are required to prepare themselves for cold and snowfall. Hence, the trekkers need to dress up with even warmer clothes and thick jackets.
• If the trekkers are competent and with low experience then the trekkers should trek in lower altitudes.
Author: khojnu
Nepal Local Travel and Tourism Promotion ( Local Business )