Past Northern India-Nepal Tour Advice - December Timeframe
Hi everyone...looking for advice from anyone who has taken this tour during the mid-December timeframe.
I'm a bit confused on weather and winter gear recommendations. The guide book indicates mild temperatures and when I look online the average temps appear to be mild; however, most folks I talk to tell me it will be very cold in Nepal.
I took the Portrait of India in mid-December 2018 and I'm not concerned about the weather in Delhi and Agra; however, I welcome recommendations for Bandhavgarh and Chitwan National Parks.
Also, does anyone remember if it was warm enough to use a bathing suit at Dwarika's Resort in Nepal--based on the itinerary, it appears this will be a day of relaxation. I remember we had 2 days like this on the POI tour in Kerala and it was quite warm and the bathing suit came in handy.
Any suggestions/recommendations are welcomed...Countdown 27:00:02:52
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https://weather-and-climate.com/averages-Nepal-December
How was ur trip Dec 2023. I’ll be going Nov 2024.
JoWeber
The trip was FANTASTIC...I truly enjoy visiting India. Looking forward to a new itinerary (our TD hinted Tauck was looking to explore other regions of India). I'm all in!
You'll enjoy this tour.
@JoWeber We will be doing this tour in 2025 with a 12/20 departure. Weather apps aside, how ultimately did you find the weather, particularly the Nepal part? Any pointers to consider? Thank you.
@sevenseas looks like we will be traveling at the same time:-). Looking forward to this trip!
sevenseas I traveled during the December timeframe - mid-December into the New Year. The weather was great. Despite what they tell you, It wasn't too cold in Nepal (for me) as a southern girl. I say this because I met a Nepalese woman in New York in December before my trip and she told me it was going to be very cold. I traveled with a collapsable down jacket, a hat, gloves, cashmere wrap--this was mainly for the game drives in the national park. When we were out and about walking around, I wasn't bundled up. I wore merino wool base layer tops. I was comfortable. The resorts are very cozy. During bed turn-down service, they leave hot water bottles in your bed, there were electric mattress pads and weighted blankets and one resort even had cashmere bed throws--which were wonderful.
The pool wasn't heated at the resort overlooking Mt. Everest. I wanted to get the perfect shot but the water was too cold for me. There were a few folks who jumped in. It's all relative I guess.
Pointers: For the game drives, wear comfortable, easy to maneuver out of clothing and leave camera gear and anything bulky (jacket/scarves/gloves) in the 4x4 if by chance you need to use the restroom during the breakfast in the bush. I say this because there is no "proper" toilet. You will squat over a hole in the ground. BTW, don't pass up the coffee in the bush. It's wonderful French press. The breakfast in the bush was meh...Grab a piece of fruit, danish or a quick bowl of prepared oatmeal before you leave on the morning drive and eat breakfast at the resort upon your return..
It's a FABULOUS trip...You'll really have a special treat if Sid is your TD!
was it very cold when u flew over mt everest? was that the coldest day on ur trip?
Hi!
Yes, it was chilly; however, we had \use of the coach to the airport and then a private charter flight. We arrived at the airport and boarded the flight. Perhaps the first evening we arrived in Nepal was a bit chilly as we walked to the area to witness the burial ceremony. Layers are key. The early mornings on the safari ride in India were a bit chilly but it warmed up nicely and quickly. They also provide blankets and hot water bottles in the 4x4 vehicles.