Trekking Blogs for Nepal

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Nepal weather update, 28 October 2026: treks pause from Thursday 29 to Saturday 31 October for heavy rain and mountain snow, and treks can start from Sunday 1 November, weather permitting, with Monday 2 November as a spare day for high passes
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Nepal Weather Warning, 29 to 31 October 2026: Trekking Paused, Start From 1 November

Rain and mountain snow from the remnants of Cyclone Arnab are forecast for Nepal from Thursday night 29 October to Saturday 31 October. The Department of Immigration has asked trekkers not to start high treks for those three days and has paused restricted-area permits. It is a short storm. You can start your trek from Sunday 1 November, keeping the weather in mind.
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Nepal Weather Warning, 29 to 31 October 2026: Trekking Paused, Start From 1 November
Trekkers on the Annapurna Circuit trail beside the Marsyangdi river
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Annapurna Circuit Trek Guide 2026: Route, Itinerary and Permits

The Annapurna Circuit crosses Thorong La at 5,416M between the Marsyangdi and Kali Gandaki valleys. This guide covers the route and map, our 10-day itinerary, the crossing day, permits and the guide rule, cost, the road, teahouses and the best time to go.
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Annapurna Circuit Trek Guide 2026: Route, Itinerary and Permits
Sunrise on Annapurna I seen from Annapurna Base Camp at 4,130M
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Annapurna Base Camp Trek: The Complete 2026 Guide

Annapurna Base Camp sits at 4,130M inside the Annapurna Sanctuary. This guide covers the height, the 7 walking days from Kimche, the hardest day, permits and the 2023 guide rule, cost, best time, teahouses and what to pack.
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Annapurna Base Camp Trek: The Complete 2026 Guide
Kala Patthar below Mount Pumori, seen from Gorak Shep on the Everest Base Camp trek
Trekking Blogs for Nepal

Everest Base Camp vs Kilimanjaro: Which Is Harder?

Kilimanjaro is higher and faster, so its summit night is harder; EBC is longer and gentler. Compare altitude, days, cost, lodges vs tents and which first.
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Everest Base Camp vs Kilimanjaro: Which Is Harder?
Manaslu trail status after the Budhi Gandaki flood, updated 31 October 2026: Manaslu Circuit, Tsum Valley and Manaslu Tsum Valley treks open again. Trekking resumed on 25 October according to TAAN, 4 temporary bridges in Tsum, a 10 minute detour at Yaru Bagar, at least 4 people missing
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Budhi Gandaki Flood in Manaslu on 11 October 2026: Is It Safe to Trek?

A landslide dam burst on the Budhi Gandaki before dawn on 11 October 2026 and flooded the lower Manaslu trail from Philim down to Soti. Houses, hotels and at least four bridges were lost, and at least four people are missing. On 25 October TAAN said trekking had resumed on the Manaslu Circuit and in Tsum Valley after temporary repairs.
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Budhi Gandaki Flood in Manaslu on 11 October 2026: Is It Safe to Trek?
Gangapurna Lake and the Annapurna range above Manang on the Annapurna Circuit
Nepal Trekking News

Is the Annapurna Circuit Open? Thorong La in October 2026

Yes. ACAP lists Thorong La open, and Nar Phu reopened on 15 October. Tilicho is unconfirmed, and Chame to Bhratang was walk-only on 7 October.
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Is the Annapurna Circuit Open? Thorong La in October 2026
Everest Base Camp Trek -EBC
Trekking Blogs for Nepal

Best Treks in Nepal: 15 Routes by Days, Altitude and Cost

Our 15 best treks in Nepal, ranked by a Kathmandu operator: Everest Base Camp, Annapurna, Manaslu and quieter routes, with days, altitude and cost for two.
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Best Treks in Nepal: 15 Routes by Days, Altitude and Cost
Morning view over the forested hills from the Ghorepani Poon Hill trail
Trekking Blogs for Nepal

Easy Treks in Nepal: 6 Beginner Routes Below 3,300 m

Six easy treks in Nepal below 3,300 m, with days on foot, top altitude and the price for 2 people: Poon Hill, Sikles, Chisapani, Nagarkot and more.
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Easy Treks in Nepal: 6 Beginner Routes Below 3,300 m
Mardi Himal Trek
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Short Treks in Nepal: 9 Treks of 5 to 8 Days

Nine short treks in Nepal of 5 to 8 days, compared by walking days, altitude, start and price for 2 people: Poon Hill, Mardi Himal, Langtang, Everest.
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Short Treks in Nepal: 9 Treks of 5 to 8 Days
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