Low Altitude Winter Treks in Nepal for Clear Mountain Views

Winter season is always the fascinating as well as off season time for trekking in Nepal. Fascinating is because the season has the months of snowfall which can make any landscape beautiful. The hills draped in fresh snow can be the most enticing sight to behold. However, there are risks of trekking to the higher elevation places. So, today’s blog is about the low altitude winter treks in Nepal for clear mountain views.

At the end of the blog, you will be able to make decision to go on the low altitude winter treks in Nepal. We have listed top 10 low altitude winter treks in Nepal for clear mountain views. Please go through all the brief introductions of these trekking trails.

Winter Trekking in Nepal

Generally, the winter season (December – February) is considered as the off season trekking period in Nepal. However, the season can be so fascinating if you plan the trek properly. Surprisingly, you can get outstanding scenery of mountains with clear skies even during the winter season. Trekkers must be cautious while embarking on the higher elevation trekking trails like the Everest Base Camp Trek, the Manaslu Circuit Trek, and the Annapurna Circuit Trek. These trails require an experienced trekking guide and experienced trekkers with proper gear and equipment.

Top Low Altitude Winter Treks in Nepal for Clear Mountain Views

Nepal has countless trekking routes where trekkers can get the mesmerizing scenery of cascading hill, mountains, valleys, rivers, forests, and villages throughout the year. You need to be smart enough to pick the right trek for right season.

Let’s find out in brief about the various low altitude winter treks in Nepal. Note down that the low altitude means the areas around 3000 m to 3500 m altitude. Places around the altitude above sea level are considered low altitude trails especially in the Nepalese Trekking field. Therefore, don’t get surprised if you see the trekking trail which has maximum altitude around 3900 m to 4500 m in this list. Similarly, you should know that the overnight camps in these trekking trails are around 3500 m above sea level at max.

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek

The most popular among the short trekking routes of Nepal is the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek. It is also called as the honeymoon trekking route of Nepal. The highlight of this trekking route is the sunrise experience from Poon Hill (3210 m), green lush forests, and Gurung – Magar villages. In about 3 to 5 days itinerary, trekkers can get mesmerizing scenery of mountains from Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, and Machhapuchhre Himalayan range. The fun fact is that the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek route is in the Annapurna Base Camp Trek route if you follow the regular itinerary.

Mardi Himal Trek

What’s more viral than the Mardi Himal Trek among trekkers from across the globe? Yes, the Mardi Himal Trek is relatively new trekking route of Nepal, but it is getting lots of popularity nowadays. The tranquil forests, open grassy meadow, and chance to witness the best scenery of cascading hills above clouds including the sight of the Annapurna Himalayan range can surely be the top low altitude winter treks in Nepal.

Khopra Ridge Trek

Are you looking for less crowded yet beautiful trekking trail in the Annapurna region of Nepal? If yes, then look no further than the Khopra Ridge Trek. The place is at an altitude of 3660 m above sea level and offers breathtaking scenery of mountains especially the Annapurna South and Dhaulagiri. During winter season, it may not be possible to trek up to Khayer Lake but it is mesmerizing up to the Khopra Hill top too.

Mohare Danda Trek

The trio hills of the Annapurna region are Mohare Danda, Khopra Danda, and Poon Hill. In fact, these hills are adjacent to one another and offer breathtaking scenery of the mountains. If you are looking for easy, cultural, and scenic trekking route in the Annapurna region, then the Mohare Danda Trek is an ideal choice. The trail traverses through the authentic Magar Villages where trekkers can experience the home stay lodge operated by the local Magar community. Therefore, it is also called as the Mohare Community Trek.

Chisapani Nagarkot Trek

Just outside the Kathmandu Valley, you can experience Tamang culture, green lush forests, terraced farmlands, and mountain scenery including the sight of the world’s tallest mountain Mt. Everest. Moreover, the Chisapani Nagarkot Trek is an ideal weekend trekking route where you can accumulate the wonders of Mother Nature in just 2 nights 3 days itinerary. Sunrise or sunset from Nagarkot is so refreshing and enticing that includes the scenery of more than a dozen mountains. Please note down that you may not experience snowfall in this trekking route.

Langtang Valley Trek

Among the list of the low altitude winter treks in Nepal, the Langtang Valley Trek is the major route on par with the treks like Everest Base Camp and Annapurna Circuit in terms of popularity. The trail is definitely one of the cornerstones of Nepalese Trekking industry. The winter trek to Langtang Valley can be exciting as you can see the valleys draped in the snow. Similarly, the trail becomes less crowded and you can get chance to find solitude in the mystical valleys of the Langtang region. Usually, the Langtang Valley Trek is crowded during the peak spring and autumn season. Therefore, it is the smart decision to do the Langtang Valley Trek in winter.

Besides the Langtang Valley Trek, you can also add the side route of the Tamang Heritage Trail Trek during winter season. It gives you best chance to explore the cultural, rural, and mountainous sides of the Langtang region.

Everest View Trek

Trekking to the Everest Base Camp requires lots of experience during the winter season. However, you can comfortably do the Everest View Trek in winter season. The maximum altitude during this trek is 3880 m which the elevation of the world’s highest situated hotel, the Everest View Hotel. Trekkers spend overnight in the famous Sherpa town the Namche Bazaar which is at an altitude of 3440 m above sea level. The things that you must consider while doing the Everest View Trek in winter season is the Lukla flight as the flight may cancel or postpone due to weather conditions.

You don’t need to worry about the scenery or visibility. As mentioned above, the skies are clear during the winter season. Furthermore, trekkers can also do the Sherpa Village Trek during the winter season while on the Everest View Trek journey. Places like Thame Village, Khumjung Village, and Khunde Village are the biggest villages of Sherpa People. Moreover, the monastery in Khumjung Village has the scalp of Yeti which is the mystical creature of the mountainous region of Nepal. The route is the best option to explore the Everest region without the risk of altitude sickness.

Pikey Peak Trek

Sir Edmund Hillary himself validated the fact that the Pikey Peak Trek is the best low altitude route to get mesmerizing scenery of Mt. Everest. In about 3 to 5 days of itinerary, you can comfortably complete the Pikey Peak Trek. The top is about 4065 m above sea level but the base camp is around 3640 m above sea level. If followed the correct trekking guidelines by eating soupy food, maintaining uniform pace, and using proper gear/clothes, then you can comfortably reach the top of the Pikey Peak.

Get astounding scenery of mountains like Everest, Makalu, Lhotse, Kanchenjunga, and Annapurna I which are the top 10 mountains of the world. Similarly, other famous mountains like Langtang Lirung, Gaurishankar, Numbur, Nuptse, Thamserku, Amadablam, etc. are also visible from the Pikey Peak summit.

Annapurna Royal Trek

Follow the trail once trekked by the current king of the Great Britain, King Charles. Yes, the Annapurna Royal Trek traverses through several Magar and Gurung villages around the Pokhara Valley. The majority of these people served as British Gurkha Soldiers. Besides the history and cultural significances, the trail covers two iconic lakes of Kaski district of Nepal. They are the Rupa Lake and Begnas Lake. The lakes are separated by a hill and if viewed from top, the scene looks like two eyes and nose. It is truly spectacular sight which you can’t miss. The Royal Trek is probably the best low altitude winter treks in Nepal if you are looking to not go beyond 2500 m altitude above sea level.

Dhampus Australian Camp Sarangkot Trek

Another spectacular short weekend trekking trail to trek in winter season is the Dhampus Australian Camp Sarangkot Trek. The trail is in the outskirts of the Pokhara Valley and you can do the side trek during the Pokhara Tour. 1 night 2 days itinerary is enough for this trek which offers breathtaking scenery of mountains, Pokhara Valley, and cascading hills including the terraced farmlands. Sunrise from Sarangkot, grassy meadows of Australian Camp, Gurung – Magar communities of Dhampus, and green lush forests in just 2 days are definitely the highlights of this wonderful short trek route.

Hello travelers, contact this blogger or the travel planners of the Everest Trekking Routes Pvt. Ltd. if you are looking for an idea or tips to do winter trekking in Nepal’s top higher elevation trekking destinations.