February is considered to be Off-season for trekking in Nepal due to cold temperatures and foggy weather in the whole country. If you are thinking of Everest Base Camp Trek in February but have some dilemma on your mind, this is the right place where you will get all your answers.
Why trek Everest Base Camp in February?
As already mentioned above, it’s a cold season as it continues off-season for trekking in the mountain area. But Everest Base Camp Trek in February also has plenty of advantages.
Free of Crowd
The main advantage of the February Everest Base Camp Trek is that there will be a very less number of travelers that you will encounter on the trail. If you are a person who likes to avoid the crowd and wants a peaceful trek, then February can be the right time for you to trek EBC.
Better Accommodation
As there will not be many people staying at teahouses, you will get a high chance of getting better rooms and quality services. On contrary, most probably the teahouses will be full of travelers during the trekking season.
Travel Agencies’ Off-season Offers
When you travel to Nepal in the off-season may offer you budget-friendly services everywhere such as hotel accommodation, domestic air tickets, tour packages, etc. However, food and accommodation in the teahouse often have fixed-price as they should transport every necessity at high altitudes. So the budget of Everest Base Camp Trek may appear to decrease this month.
Why avoid Everest Base Camp Trek in February
In February, you will feel severe cold in the mountain areas. The minimum temperature falls at -16 to 20 degrees Celcius while the maximum temperature reaches up to 6 degrees Celsius.
Heavy snowfall and foggy weather can ruin your trip you even may not find the trail. However, the daytime usually appears to be clear, and few clouds in the sky.
Things to be considered for Everest Base Camp Trek in February
- Find the best trekking agency to make your trip worthwhile. Otherwise, it is better to hire a guide and porter (At least a guide cum porter). Unfortunately, if your fall into some kind of trouble, s/he will be there to help you.
- The best preparation for trekking gear including warm-insulating clothing and a sleeping bag
- Make sure to check weather forecasting
- If you find worse weather or the weather gets worse, it is wise to descend down or stay at a teahouse or lodge near you.
- Don’t rush while you trek – Keep going slowly because you may fall into acute mountain sickness.
