Trekking in Nepal in Monsoon Season

For trekking in Nepal, people choose either Spring or Autumn season because of the mild temperature and clear visibility during the seasons. And Trekking in Nepal in Monsoon season (June-August) is the least preferred one as it rains most of the time and the visibility is poor. But there are many places in Nepal in the trans-Himalayan regions where trekking is possible during Monsoon as well. Travelling to the trek start point can be a bit of hassle due to rain in the other parts of the country, but once you reach the region, you will find places filled with heavenly pleasure and beautiful adventures. As trans-Himalayan region lies beyond the Himalayan frontier, it receives very little rain. Places like Upper Mustang, Annapurna Circuit, Nar Phu, Dolpo and Limi Valley are some of the best destinations to trek during the Monsoon season.

Best Destination for Trekking In Nepal in Monsoon Season

Embarking on a monsoon trek in Nepal unveils a world of untamed beauty and cultural richness. Beyond the well-known Annapurna Circuit, there are three other remarkable destinations. These destination offer unique experiences during the rainy season: Nar Phu Valley, Dolpo, and Limi Valley.

Upper Mustang Trek in Monsoon Season

Upper Mustang lies in the rain-shadow area, so it doesn’t get affected by rainfall. It is also called the desert land of Nepal. Due to the unique geography, this place receives less rain. Upper Mustang lies on the north of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Himalaya ranges. Trekking to Upper Mustang is like experiencing the unique landscape, culture and environment. The landscape of Upper Mustang has inadequate vegetation, unusual rock formation and heavy winds. Travelers visit this region for its great Himalayan views, unique geographical structure & typical highland culture.

Annapurna Circuit Trek in Monsoon Season

Major parts of Annapurna Circuit Trek lie in the rain-shadowed region in the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri region. The paths offer the scenery of Trans Himalayan region as most of the trail is beyond the Himalayan belt. Due to less rainfall or no rainfall, the trail is just perfect during the monsoon season. Annapurna Circuit is an adventurous trekking trail &one of the most popular trails that offers the chance to witness the high altitude lake Tilicho, wildest high pass Thorong La Pass, amazing landscapes and panoramic views of the gorgeous peaks.

Nar Phu Valley Trek in Monsoon Season

Nar Phu Valley is off the beaten destination and a restricted area lying towards the north of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. As it lies beyond the Himalayan range, this place also receives less rainfall. Nar Phu Valley is totally untouched by modernity. Nar Phu Valley comprises of two villages Nar and Phu that offer unique and unspoiled nature and culture. As it’s a rarely visited trail, Nar Phu Valley offers you the real wilderness where you can explore the most remote villages, lush dense forest, high passes, ancient Buddhist culture and gorgeous views of the Himalayas.

Dolpo Trek in Monsoon Season

Dolpo Trek is also a restricted area situated in the trans-Himalayan region in western Nepal. Trekking to Dolpo is the best during monsoon as this area also receives very scanty rainfall. Dolpo region has Shey Phoksundo National Park, cultural gompas, cliffs, canyons, ancient villages, sparkling lakes and magnificent views of the Himalayas. Due to less rainfall, the landscape is semi barren, which makes trekking easy even during the monsoon season.

Limi Valley Trek in Monsoon Season

Limi Valley trek is an off-beaten trek to the remote area of the far western region of Nepal. As it is ideally located beyond the Himalayan ranges, Limi Valley doesn’t get affected by rainfall. So, trekking in this destination is possible during monsoon as well. Limi Valley is a high narrow mountain valley, which comprises of unique landscape, the longest river in Nepal Karnali, authentic highland culture & breathtaking Himalayan views.