Trip Additional Info:
Difficulty: Moderate to Hard
Since most of the days we need to walk for longer hours i.e. 5-6 hours in general, this trek can be quite difficult for beginners. Since this is a very long trek, this trek is actually for the experienced trekkers. Medium physical fitness is required for ones to go on this trek. We recommend all the travellers to start basic training before going to this trek.
Best Time:
The best seasons to visit the Saribung Peak are spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November). In the spring you can see the national flower of Nepal Rhododendron, which will make your trek even more beautiful.
During the monsoon season you need to stay very cautious while going on the trek because of the high risk of landslides and floods. This trek might be relatively easy for the experienced trekkers, but it does demand a certain level of physical fitness from the newcomers. If you’re planning to go for this trek, start exercising a little bit in advance.
Weather and Temperature:
You can never say what the weather will be in the mountains. So while going on the trek you need to choose the seasons when the weather interference and fluctuations are the least. To help you understand the basic features of weather and temperature in the mountains, here are some meteorological fundamentals.
Spring(March / April / May / June): With a maximum of 25 degrees C (77 degrees F) on bright days and a low of 0 degrees C (32 degrees F) in the morning and at night for places over 2500 meters, the average temperature is 20 degrees C (68 degrees F).
Monsoon (July / August through Mid-September): The temperature during this season ranges from 5 degrees Celsius (41 degrees Fahrenheit) in the morning and at night for areas over 2500 meters to a maximum of 30 degrees Celsius (86 degrees Fahrenheit) on bright days.
Autumn(End of September / October / November): Fall temperatures range from 20 degrees Celsius (68 degrees Fahrenheit) on average to 25 degrees Celsius (77 degrees Fahrenheit) on sunny days, with places over 2500 meters altitude experiencing minimum temperatures of -5 degrees Celsius (23 degrees Fahrenheit) in the morning and at night.
Winter (December/January/February): For places above 2500 meters height, the wintertime average temperature is 10 degrees Celsius (50 degrees Fahrenheit), with maximum temperatures of 17 degrees C (62.6 degrees F) on bright days and lowest temperatures of -10 degrees C (14 degrees F) in the morning and at night.
Permits: Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP), Restricted Area Permit (RAP) and TIMS Entry Permit are required during the trek. We will manage the permits required and the fee of the permits is included in the cost. The permit charges varies with the season from 30-40$.
Insurance: You can never say what could happen in the mountains. So we advise you to take different health insurances to minimize the risks.
FAQs
1. What fitness level do I need to have for this trip?
This is a challenging Himalayan journey. Before considering any trek, anyone with a pre-existing illness or condition should consult a doctor. If you feel uncomfortable while doing high altitude treks you need to take some rest to acclimatize and only then continue your journey further.
You should start training at least three to four months ahead you set out on challenging treks. As a general rule, three to four times a week, one hour of strenuous exercise would be regarded as the minimum required.
2. Are the guest house heated?
There are no heaters or air conditioners in the local lodge and guesthouses. However, they do have the option of heating the dining room by supplying kerosene or metal heaters as the temperature drops above 2,500 meters. To use this service, you may need to pay the guesthouse between USD 1 and USD 3 per person.
3. What is the best season for this trekking?
We advise you do the Saribung Peak Trek in the spring and autumn during the months of April-May and September-October. These are the standard months in Nepal for the visitors to do the different treks in Nepal. The weather interference is to minimum and you can enjoy yourself to the fullest during these times.
4. Do you use porter during the trek?
For your own comfort we advise you to take a porter along with you on your trek. One porter can in general carry up to 18 kilos of weight. Our porter will look after your luggage while you are on the walk. You only need to carry a modest day bag with you to store your personal items like a camera, water bottle, sunblock, etc.
5. Can I use credit card during the trek?
You can only use your credit card facilities in big cities like Kathmandu. You need to take cash before leaving Kathmandu to the remote areas of Nepal, as there is no internet or digital facilities in the Himalayas. Before you set out on your journey, please exchange your money for local Nepali rupees.
1. Do you need to have trekking equipment for this trek?
Yes, for your own comfort during the trek you need to take all the basic trekking gears with yourself.
