Nepal in September

September to November is the cool and dry autumn, and one of the best times to visit Nepal as the climate stabilizes and the monsoon rains have left the landscape vibrant green and the views spectacular. The stunning verdant landscapes following the rains are ideal for photographers looking for that perfect shot. Visibility is excellent, and so an ideal time to take on the highest mountain peaks on Earth. Autumn temperatures range between 15 and 24 °C(59-75 °F) in Kathmandu. Nepal's wildlife is worth exploring during the drier months. Chitwan and Bardia are two of the better protected national parks, and offer a fine chance to see rhinos, monkeys, rare birds and elephants. Nepal also celebrates the biggest Hindu festivals at this time, such as Dashain and Tihar, when the bright colors and the burning of incense form an assault on the sense.

Suggested Itineraries

Exploring Tibet's Untouched Holy Land

This eleven-day guided tour takes you on a journey of enlightenment through one of the world’s most mysterious places: Tibet. Starting from the capital, Lhasa, you’ll pass over breathtaking mountain roads, explore spiritual monasteries and witness quaint, untouched village life that has barely changed over hundreds of years.

Duration
11 days / 10 nights
Price Per Person
From $10,000
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Following Buddha's Footsteps Across the Himalayas

This 19-day itinerary promises to immerse you deep into the local culture and religious beliefs throughout the Himalayas by exploring beautiful ancient religious monuments and sacred sites of worship. Follow in the footsteps of the revered Buddha, from his birthplace, to where he was believed to have gained enlightenment, and the site of his death.

Duration
19 days / 18 nights
Price Per Person
From $15,600
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Golfing the Himalayas: Kathmandu and Pokhara

Trekking the Himalayas is not the only way to get active in Nepal while experiencing the famous scenery; golf, too, has become a hugely popular activity nationwide. This five-day tour takes you to some of the best courses, from the capital of Kathmandu to the towering snow-capped peaks of Pokhara - and back again.

Duration
5 days / 4 nights
Price Per Person
From $4,000
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Kathmandu Culture Trail to the Heights of Jomsom

This nine-day tour of Nepal finds a perfect balance between sightseeing, trekking, and mountain road trips. Get to know the capital of Kathmandu, then move onto the country’s second largest city of Pokhara. Fly to Jomsom, with trekking and road expeditions heading out to some of the Himalaya's most spectacular spots. 

Duration
9 days / 8 nights
Price Per Person
From $5,200
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Mustang: Luxury Found in a Lost Kingdom

This 11-day itinerary explores Kathmandu’s ancient temples, Pokhara’s serene beauty, and the remote Mustang region’s dramatic cliffs and monasteries. Experience Nepal’s heritage and landscapes while enjoying luxurious accommodations throughout.

Duration
11 days / 10 nights
Price Per Person
From $15,000
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An Intimate Himalayan Adventure: Through China, Nepal, Bhutan and India

Explore the world’s most majestic peaks on this 22-day Himalayan adventure. You’ll trek through China, Nepal, Bhutan and India, staying at luxury hotels and lodges like the Amankora or Uma by COMO. You’ll walk along the Great Wall of China, visit the ancient Potala Palace, and search for Bengal Tigers in Chitwan.

Duration
22 days / 21 nights
Price Per Person
From $21,500
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Recommended Festivals For Nepal in September

Krishnashtami

Krishnashtami

August-September

This festival is a celebration of the Hindu god Krishna’s birthday, celebrated throughout Nepal around the end of summer. It involves dramatic enactments of the life of Krishna, as well as fasting, devotional songs, dance, readings of religious scripture, and the exchange of gifts.

Location Countrywide, Nepal

Teej

Teej

July-September

Celebrated by the Khas women of Nepal to promote the wellness of their husbands, Teej is dedicated to the Hindu goddess Parvati. This three-day festival involves fasting and feasts. Both married and unmarried women participate, the latter group in hopes of being blessed with a good husband in the future.

Location Countrywide, Nepal

Indra Jatra

Indra Jatra

September

The celebration of god Indra’s day is marked by masked dances of deities and demons, among other religious imagery to honor the god. The festivities take place at Kathmandu Durbar Square, and together with the Kumari Jatra festival, which celebrates the goddess Kumari, go on for eight days.

Location Kathmandu, Nepal

Dashain

Dashain

September-October

This 15-day-long Fall festival is Nepal’s longest and most auspicious, worshipping the goddess mother in all of her manifestations. Taking place throughout Nepal, there’s a strong emphasis on family and community gatherings during the event, and on honorable principles of truth, justice and virtue.

Location Countrywide, Nepal

Durga Puja

Durga Puja

September-October

This annual six-day Hindu festival celebrates the Hindu goddess Durga, marking the victory of the goddess over an evil buffalo demon, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil. The important religious event includes worship of nature, as well as the display of idols and imagery to commemorate the goddess.

Location Countrywide, Nepal

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