The temperatures are comfortable, the skies are clear: November is the last chance to enjoy the year’s prime hiking period in the Himalayan ranges. You’ll get high-definition mountain views this time of year, but this draw also means Nepal’s major routes like Everest Base Camp and Annapurna Circuit get crowded. If you want to avoid the throngs, try less popular – but no less spectacular – areas like Langtang, Gosainkunda and Helambu.

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The place to be this month: Nepal
Why November is the perfect time to try trekking in Nepal
3 November 2017