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Best time for the Api Himal and Saipal treks

3 min readUpdated 23 Oct 2026By the Base Camp Hikes trek team

The best seasons for the Api and Saipal treks are April to May and September to November. Winter brings snow, and the monsoon brings heavy rain and landslides in the far west.

Spring

April and May are warm, with flowers and good views.

Autumn

September to November are dry and clear. Late October is a favourite.

Winter

Cold, with snow on higher trails. Not recommended.

Monsoon

Heavy rain, leeches and landslides. Avoid.

Temperatures

Lower valleys are hot in spring and cooler in autumn. Higher camps are cold at night in every season.

Flights and roads

Flights and roads are most reliable in the dry months. Avoid the monsoon.

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Tents pitched at a high camp below glaciated peaks

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