Nepali is the ultimate destination for adventure tourism and tracking flicks. Although there are many trekking routes throughout Nepal the best of the natural beauty of Nepal is reserved in the far western region. The far western region has the best virgin trekking routes including the Api Himal Base camp trek.
Mt Apil is located in northwest Nepal, the farthest end of the corner. This 7,132m peak is the highest in the Far-Western of Nepal and is protected under the Api Nampa Conservation Area. This Api conservation area is spread over 1,903 sq. km on Dharchula and homes animals such as clouded/ snow leopards, musk deer Himalayan black bears, and more, making your Api Himal trek exciting.
This 15-day Api Himal Base Camp trek Itinerary includes 7 days of arrival time and drive time while we will be trekking for 8 days. A 15-day trek in one of the most beautiful trekking routes is the ultimate spot in Nepal. It’s going to completely change your perception of life and money. Upon completion of the Api Himal trekking trail, a stronger and more confident version of yourself emerges in Nepal.
It’s exciting, isn’t it?
The beauty of Api Base Camp Trek lies not only in the destination, but the journey is also equally captivating. Right from the Mahakali Valley, you get to witness many beautiful steep gorges, waterfalls, and lakes throughout the Api Himal trek route. The subtropical/ alpine vegetation and the terraced farmland of local people provided you with an opportunity to indulge in the local culture and tradition.
Best time for the Api Himal Trek
The Api Himal trekking trail is a beautiful trek in the remotest land of Nepal. So, you must travel during the right season when there are other fellow travelers to accompany you. Only Spring (March to May) and Autumn (September to November) are fit for the Api Base Camp trek. While Autumn has beautiful views of mountains with clear surroundings, spring is rather popular for wildflowers and natural beauty. In summer you can trek until April with good preparation to protect from the rain, but the views might be blocked, not the very best time for Apil Himal trek. In comparison to the East, the west of Nepal gets very little rainfall but it's still worth considering. Winter trek is not suggested.
Api Himal trek difficulties
Yes, this trek is going to be difficult. This is a long trek in the remotest part of Nepal with many challenges. However, most of the path is leveled and there are not any technical spots. The high altitude is Api Himal Base camp at 3,861m, so the risk of altitude sickness is also less. There is no need for any technical mountain climbing skills or training, but all you need is good physical strength. Some stamina-building training a few months before the trip is going to be enough. Other than physical training, also be prepared for the mental stress one goes through while living in a very remote camp with limited facilities. The lack of washrooms, hot showers, laundry, etc makes such a long camping trek Apil himal trek difficult. Thankfully, the beauty of mountains makes you forget all of that.
Weather and temperature
The mountains of Nepal are going to be cold and breezy. The Api region far west of Nepal experiences four kinds of weather. And summer i.e. June to July receives a moderate amount of rainfall. In September, the sky begins to clear up and the temperature drops slightly to around 10°C. Everything is great until December when the snowfall begins. In the far west, winter is very cold due to frequent snowfall and rainfall with the temperature dropping up to -10°C. From March, the snow starts to melt and the temperature reaches up to 15°C in May.
