Nepal in January 2025: Best Places to Visit, Things to Do, and Weather

Nepal is a prominent tourist destination that is a blend of natural beauty. The tourists have the chance to enjoy the beauty of mountains and greenery. Not only is this but for the adventurer person, there are plenty of adventurers and thrilling activities to do.

These activities include trekking, camping, skiing, paragliding, skydiving, rock climbing, and so on. Additionally, you can explore the fascinating places of Nepal. All you need to do is make a list of the best places to explore and make the trip memorable.

Nepal Weather in January:

If you are making a plan to visit Nepal in January, you must know the weather. Due to this, you will not face any problems in packing and Nepal too.

• January is one of the chilled months in Nepal.
• There is dry weather in the daytime and the temperature is near the mid-20s.
• In late January, you can enjoy the wildlife in Chitwan.
• There are chances of snowfall at a higher altitude.
• The temperature can reach -7 degrees calcium at night

List of the Top 6 Places to See in January in Nepal:

Traveling to Nepal mainly in January is a golden opportunity because you will enjoy the warm sun and cold weather. Even, in winter, there are fewer tourists and low prices. So, the tourists will organize a budget-friendly trip.

Apart from that, there are plenty of places in Nepal that you can visit. Do you know all these places? If not, the information is ideal for you. Here is the list of the best places that you can explore in January.

1. Kathmandu Sightseeing

Kathmandu is a blend of various attractive places in Kathmandu. You can explore the different historical sites including Basantapur, Patan, and so on. These tourist places are prominent among the locals and tourists.

Additionally, you can pay obeisance to the Pashupatinath temple. If you are a nature lover, you can enjoy the trip to Godawari Botanical Garden and Garden of Dreams.

How to reach Kathmandu: 

You can easily reach Kathmandu by bus. Take the bus from the Charikot. Even, you can consider a private vehicle such as a jeep too.

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2. Nagarkot

Add the Nagarkot to your wish list when you are making a plan for the Nepal trip. You can enjoy the Himalayan views from the hotel balcony and eight mountain ranges. These ranges include:

• Annapurna
• Ganesh Himal
• Manaslu
• Langtang
• Everest
• Numbur
• Rolwaling
• Jungal

If you are a nature lover, you will get the chance to become a witness to breath-taking sunrise and sunset.

How to reach: 

Nagarkot is located at a distance of 32 km from Kathmandu. You can easily reach your destination by considering the bus from Kathmandu. There are plenty of tourist buses available on the spot. If you love adventure, you can consider trekking and cycling.

Also, read articles on Nagarkot:

• Top 10 Things to Do in Nagarkot, Nepal
• 6 Best Hotels in Nagarkot for an Exotic Vacation in Nepal

3. Kalinchowk

Kalinchowk is located in the Dolakha district. If you are making a short trekking plan, you can consider this place. Winter is the best season to explore the Kalinchowk. The tourists do not need to put extra effort into enjoying the sightseeing views. Do not forget to enjoy the bonfire in the Kalinchowk.

How to reach: 

You can hike for hours to reach Kalinchowk. Apart from that, you can take the buses from Kathmandu to Charikot. After that, you can hire a private vehicle such as a jeep.

4. Poon Hills

Poon Hill is an eye-catching and breathtaking viewpoint in Nepal. If you are considering a short trip to Nepal, it is a prominent trekking destination. This land looks more graceful in the winter. You can click the plenty of photographs here.

How to reach:

The distance between the Kathmandu and Poon hills is around 117 km. You can take the flight to Pokhara. After that, when you reach Pokhara from Kathmandu, you get the buses and cabs to reach Tikhedhunga. Further, you need to commence trekking for Ghorepani.

5. Kakani

Are you looking for a peaceful place in Nepal? If it is so, you can consider the Kakani. It is known for the Shivapuri National Park which is nearer to the Kakani. Apart from it, you can do several activities there.

How to reach: 

You need to travel around 24 km from Kathmandu via the Trishuli Highway. You will not face any problems in finding buses and cabs. It will require only thirty minutes.

6. Chitwan

Apart from the Chitwan National Park, it has numerous tourist attractions. It is known for its palaces, shopping, adventure activities, and so on. You can try numerous prominent cuisines of Chitwan like momos, dal baht, and so on.

How to reach: 

You can consider the tourist AC bus to Chitwan from Kathmandu. It will take around seven hours to reach Chitwan.

Things to do in Nepal in January:

Nepal offers plenty of fascinating activities to tourists such as trekking tours. If you do not have any clue what kinds of things you can do in January, the below-mentioned information is great to read.

1. Trek the Himalayas

Whether you know trekking or the professional trekker, Nepal has the best trekking routes. You have myriad options for trekking tours such as:

• 4 days Poonhill Trek
• 12 days Everest Base camp

2. Take the flight over the snow-capped mountain

Taking a flight of near about fifty minutes will give you unforgettable memories. You will get the chance to witness the majestic and breathtaking views of the mountain range. You can consider flight tours such as

• Mt. Makalu
• Mt. Gosaithan

3. Visit the Chitwan National Park

Are you looking for the top location in Nepal to explore? If it is so, you can consider the Chitwan National Park. The park provides shelter to over 50 species of birds, Bengal tigers, and so on. When you visit this park, you will get the chance to see bears, crocodiles, and other animals.

4. Go for mountain biking

Mountain biking brings the lucrative opportunity to enjoy jaw-dropping scenes. There are various bike-friendly locations that you can explore. The tourists have the option of selecting Annapurna Circuit on the mountain bike. So, to make your Nepal trip exciting, you can opt for the option of mountain biking.

5. Choose the rafting

Your trip to Nepal is incomplete without the rafting in Bhote Koshi. It offers a two-day rafting package and a short trip. You can spend the two days in the Bhote Kashi. River rafting will surely give a unique kind of experience that will be beyond your thinking level. So, add this place to your bucket list.

Conclusion 

To make your Nepal trip more interesting, you must explore the above-mentioned places and do all these activities. So, whether you are going with friends or with family, do not forget to explore the major attractions of Nepal.