Trekking in Nepal in May is very common as it let you observe the clear view of the mesmerizing view of mountains. May is nearly the end of spring and the beginning of rainstorms in Nepal. If you need to travel in the greenery, at that point the may is the greatest month of the year for trekking in Nepal. Generally, the morning is clear and the evening is shady and may rain tad at night.
May is the best ideal opportunity for the mountain expedition in Nepal as well. The Everest was submitted on 29th May 1954 unexpectedly. Presently even the greater part of the undertaking groups of Everest or different mountains climb and take the highest point in May. Thus, we can say that this may is an acceptable time for traveling in Nepal.
Best trekking destinations in Nepal in May
There are many trekking routes in which you can spend your holidays by exploring different parts of Nepal. Here are some of the famous and top-rated trekking trails that you are recommended are:
Everest Base Camp Trek
Highlights:
- Biggest monastery in the Khumbu region, Tengboche Monastery
- Get a chance to spend the night in the lap of the world’s highest mountain
- Diverse flora and faunas
- Sagarmatha National Park
- Namche Bazar- the gateway of Mt.Everest
- Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the most famous and challenging journeys on the planet.
You can encounter great mountain vistas and get a look into the life of the world-popular individual’s Sherpa climbers. The Sagarmatha National Park, a world heritage site is likely to be one of the best places for an outing. You can visit likewise high-height Buddhist monasteries which carry different ancient beliefs.
From March to May is a great month for trekkers who loves nature. There are a few Everest undertakings that will gather around the headquarters in April. In this way, you will have the chance to interact with the world’s famous mountain climbers during your trek.
Along with the mountain, you will get a chance to observe the biggest monastery in the Khumbu region, Tengboche Monastery.
Annapurna Circuit Trek
Highlights:
- One of the highest pass in Nepal, Thorong La Pass (5614m)
- Unique ancient monasteries and Gompas
- Popular and famous religious site of Hindu, Muktinath Temple
- Highest altitude lake, Tilicho Lake (4919m)
- Glorious view of Annapurna massif, Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Tilicho peak, Lamjung Himal, and Machhapuchhre.
Annapurna Circuit is one of the popular and top-rated trekking destinations in the nation. Furthermore, May is counted as the most well known month to complete Annapurna Circuit Trek. Out of the absolute vacationers journeying the circuit yearly, about 20% of yearly guests come in April-May itself.
It is likewise one of the most differing and decent teahouse journeys in the Himalaya. You get the chance to observe the ethnic gatherings like Gurung, Manage with their assorted language and convention. You can get a chance to observe sunrise and sunset view with an amazing mountain view includes Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. Stunning!
This journey is otherwise called the ‘Annapurna Round Trek’. Annapurna Circuit begins from Beshisahar in the Marshyangdi waterway valley and winds up in the Kali Gandaki gorge, which is the most profound gorge on the planet. The time taken to finish the excursion is normally 12 to 16 days.
Langtang Valley Trek
Highlights:
- Typical Sherpa settlement with unique culture and tradition
- Dhunche, known as the gateway of Gosaikunda-Helambu trek
- Cheese factory
- Langtang National Park
- A holy place for Hindu people, Gosaikunda
Langtang is one of the short and easy treks which is near from Kathmandu valley. Tibetans are local people around there. Thus, it very well may be an ideal spot to encounter the Tibetan culture and way of life.
Langtang Valley Trek begins from the lower Langtang Valley, it’s called Sybrubeshi. Langtang National Park is another large resource of this course. It will allow you to see untamed life, for example, Gray langur, monkeys, deers, and the “Red Pandas” if you are fortunate!
From Langtang valley to Kyangjin Gompa, another fascinating site is the Yala Cheese Factory. You should attempt to visit the Yala Cheese Factory since it is astounding. You can arrive at Yala inside a large portion of a day stroll from Kyangjin Gompa.
Likewise, you can get a chance to hike up to Kyangjin- Ri observing the awesome view of mountains and clear skies. This trek might be the best for those who haven’t travel any trekking trails in Nepal to the date.
Upper Mustang Trek
Highlights:
- The mesmerizing view of Annapurna massif and Dhaulagiri.
- Known as the city of wall
- High walls are there from several years ago for the protection of the city
- Diverse culture and tradition
- Typical Sherpa settlements
May is a decent season to visit Upper Mustang. Upper Mustang is an uncommon rare spot in the Himalayas, and home to Lo-Manathang. Lo-Manathang is the capital of Mustang and the main walled city in Nepal.
Its name in Tibetan interpretation signifies “fields of yearning”. In any case, it additionally has its own King, so it is a realm inside a nation.
Local people of this territory are Loba individuals. Upper Mustang is as yet a confined territory and opened for traveling just before fifteen years. To enter Upper Mustang, you will require a special permit as it is a restricted area. Additionally, a government selected official should go with you.
The near individuals are of Tibetan plummet and conventional. You will see the crowd yaks, farm their food, and exchange products. This is an incredible opportunity to abandon the cutting edge world and mix in with the old way of life.
Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek
Highlights:
- Easy and Short trek that any age group can complete
- Amazing sunrise and sunset view
- Magnificent view of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and Manaslu
- Typical Magar communities with unique culture and tradition
- Diverse flora and faunas
The trip begins from Pokhara and on the off chance that you need to find a portion of Nepal’s enormous tops very close, it’s the most ideal alternative for a short journey. The path makes a consistent move between the little Magar towns up to Ghorepani. Similarly, you climb to Poon Hill to get the dawn on the Himalayas.
After investigating the poon slope, it’s an ideal opportunity to return to Ghorepani and begin the journey to Tadapani after the morning meal. The view from Poon Hill 3210 meters takes in Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South, Annapurna I, and Fishtail and that are only the tips of the iceberg.
Making a plan for Tadapani which offers extraordinary perspectives on Annapurna II, Annapurna South, Himchuli, and Machapuchare which is otherwise called “Fishtail. This journey is feasible round the year, anybody can do this trip with typical physical wellness since it’s short a simple.
What to wear in Nepal in May?
Before visiting you should know that Nepal is a conservative country and you should have this in mind when planning what to wear. If you’re a girl, bare shoulders or knees can be seen as disrespectful and will make it difficult if you’re visiting ancient temples of UNESCO heritage sites. Nepalese women usually wear saris and kurtas or jeans with moderate tops in urban cities.
In Nepal, most trekking routes are near or in the Himalayas. Typically, the temperature there is in every case low. In winter, it is cold during the night and foggy in the early morning. Along these lines, for having trekking in Nepal in May, you have to pack a sweater, downy coat, woolen pants, gloves, thick and light socks, down coat, wind and waterproof coat, tracksuits, and climbing boots with lower leg uphold.
The weather at higher altitudes is highly unpredictable. It is always advisable to dress in layers while trekking. Wear layers of clothes so that you can take off a layer if the weather gets warmer and add a layer if it gets colder.
Here are some of the lists of trekking clothes that you can carry while trekking in Nepal in May are:
a. Upper Body – Head / Ears / Eyes
- Shade hat or baseball cap to protect yourself from the sun
- Warm wool or synthetic hat that covers your ears.
- Balaclava – lightweight
- Ear-muffs (optional).
- A neck warmer (optional).
- Hand
- liner gloves- 1
- Warm gloves-1
- Shell gloves or mitts-1- waterproof
b. Core Body
- T-shirts-2
- Light and expedition weight thermal tops-2
- Fleece jacket-1
- Fleece Wind-Stopper jacket (optional)-1
- Waterproof shell jacket-1
- Down Jacket- 1
- For women, synthetic sports bra, no cotton!
c. Lower Body – Legs
- Hiking shorts-1
- Synthetic Boxers for men- carry a few
- Shell pants-1
- Trekking pants, preferably with a zip on the knee (convertible pants)- 2
- Hard Shell pants-Waterproof / breathable- 1
- Cotton pants (loose jeans/khakis)- 1 (this is for lower altitude)
d. Feet
- Best Hiking Socks to prevent blisters
- Synthetic liner socks- 4 pairs
- Heavyweight socks- 3 pairs
- Lightweight socks-1 pair
- Hiking gaiters – these will help you keep your legs very warm.
Tips for Trekking in Nepal in May
- The weather in high altitude is unpredictable so that it is better to start your trek early
- Make sure to reach your destination before rainfall catch you
- Always carry trekking poles, umbrella, or raincoat during your trek
- Due to bad weather, there might be the cancellation of the flights or delay in the flight
- Always carry waterproof bags and if possible clothes too
Tips for food and Accommodation in May
In Nepalese the travel industry part, for many years, individuals are utilizing the term ‘Tea house’ for little eateries with convenience facilities. These facilities are normal at the edge of high height journeying trails.
Mainstream journeying courses of Everest, Annapurna, and Langtang locales have satisfactory quantities of ‘Teahouses and Lodge’. All in all practically all trailside eateries/lodges offer both food and accommodation. Mainstream journeying courses have all around kept up and sensibly agreeable Tea Houses, frequently called Hotel and Lodge. The ‘Tea House Trek’ itineraries are intended to oblige adventurers in the accessible tea houses along the trailside.
Since tea house organizes your food and convenience locally, you can plan your program and have your movement. As you are subject to the offices gave by Tea house, it is astute to pick intensely journeyed and better-realized locales to travel.
While having trekking in Nepal in May, you don’t have to fear about the accommodation but you might not get proper accommodation as per your wish.
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