Annapurna Base Camp Trek in December

Tips for Annapurna Base Camp Trek in December

• Starting your trek earlier is essential if you are doing Annapurna Base Camp Trek in December. During this time of the year, you will encounter short days. Thus, it would help to start your trek quite early to get to your destination in time. Otherwise, you will have a trek in the dark, which can be very problematic.
• Choose the appropriate trekking route. Since the days are short, choosing the right way is very crucial. Plus, the temperature starts to drop drastically in the evening. So, please choose an appropriate route and reach the teahouse before dark.
• Make sure you have a comfortable backpack. When you are carrying a comfortable backpack, you ease your trek. An uncomfortable pack may ruin your trek and cause back pain. So, carry convenient trekking bags while trekking.
• Pack warm and comfortable trekking gear. As the region gets quite cold during December, carrying warm and comfortable clothing is essential. Then, the cold weather won’t be a problem for you.
• Be aware of the weather change. Weather conditions can be unpredictable during winter. So, make sure that you are updated on local weather forecasts.
• Carry sturdy boots for trekking. Since the region may get snowfalls, standard boots won’t work on snow. Thus, it would help if you carried sturdy hiking boots. It will keep your feet warm.
• Be cautious about altitude sickness. When you are on a high-altitude trek, anyone can have altitude sickness. Thus, you must be aware of the symptoms. Don’t neglect if you find any signs of altitude sickness. Seek help. The symptoms include a headache, vomiting, nausea, etc. Stroll and take enough rest during the trek. Descend immediately to the lower altitude region as soon as possible.
• Always stay hydrated. When you are trekking in cold weather, you might feel thirsty. However, you must drink enough water. Drink plenty of water to keep your body hydrated.

Conclusion

If you’re thinking about trekking at Annapurna Base Camp in the winter season, it is a gorgeous time to trek. There is significantly less rain in December and most days are sunny, offering crystal-clear views of the majestic mountains.

With proper trekking gear and equipment, you can complete the trek successfully. Furthermore, please contact us if you have any more questions or queries regarding this trek or any other treks in Nepal.