Everest Base Camp trek for Malaysians 

Everest Base Camp is one of the remarkable journey to the Malaysian trekkers.You will love to explore the Everest Region and witness the beauty of Everest Base Camp(5,364) and climb Kala Patthar(5,545). Kala Patthar is one of the perfect destination to watch the majestic Mount Everest(8,848m).Also, explore the Sherpa villages like Namche Bazaar, Tengboche while you are at Everest Region.

Everest base camp trek in nutshell 

Cost details breakdown 

Your costs totally depends on the seasons you are about to trek (peak season is expensive), type of trek( inclusive, independent or guide only) or the route you wish to cover(Jiri route is quite cheaper than the Lukla route.

Lets see a quick cost breakdown for our Malaysian trekkers:

Flights to Kathmandu $400 (MYR 1,720) Round trip from KL, AirAsia or similar

Flights to Lukla $380 (MYR 1,634) Round trip from Kathmandu

Permit $70 (MYR 301)     National Park ($30), Khumbu ($20), TIMS ($20)

Accommodation   $170 (MYR 731) Kathmandu hotel: $60 (2 nights).       Teahouses: $110 (11 nights).

Meals & Drinks   $350 (MYR 1,505) Kathmandu: $30. Trek: $320 (11 days)

Guide & Porter               $280 (MYR 1,204) Guide: $180, Porter: $100, shared.

Insurance               $125 (MYR 537)

Total cost: $1,350 (MYR 5,805) + flights ($400, MYR 1,720)

Tips:

• Visa: $30 (MYR 129), pay on arrival.

Distance detail breakdown for Everest Base Camp

You can check the distance breakdown for the standard Everest Base Camp (EBC) trek, starting from Lukla and returning to Lukla.

Day 1:Day 1: Lukla to Phakding
Distance: 8 km (4.9 miles)

Day 2:Phakding to Namche Bazaar
Distance: 11 km (6.8 miles)

Day 3: Acclimatization in Namche Bazaar
Distance: 4-6 km (2.5-3.7 miles)

Day 4: Namche Bazaar to Tengboche
Distance: 10 km (6.2 miles)

Day 5:Tengboche to Dingboche
Distance: 12 km (7.5 miles)

Day 6:Acclimatization in Dingboche
Distance: 3-5 km (1.8-3.1 miles)

Day 7: Dingboche to Lobuche
Distance: 8 km (4.9 miles)

Day 8: Lobuche to Gorak Shep, then EBC
Distance: 12 km (7.5 miles) total

Day 9: Gorak Shep to Kala Patthar, then to Pheriche
Distance: 15 km (9.3 miles) total

Day 10:Pheriche to Namche Bazaar
Distance: 20 km (12.4 miles)

Day 11:Namche Bazaar to Lukla
Distance: 19 km (11.8 miles)

Total Distance (Round Trip): ~108-112 km (67-69.5 miles)

Best Seasons for Everest Base Camp Trek for Malaysians (2025)

Spring(March-May)

Spring is the ideal month for trekking to Everest Base Camp. You can witness the blue skies,minimal rain and good visibility. The blooming rhododendrons are mesmerizing to make you exciting.The temperature is 10-15°C lower altitudes, 0-5°C at Everest Base Camp (5,364m) making it an ideal time to trek.

Autumn(September-November)

The temperature at Everest Base Camp is 12-18°C lower altitudes, 0-5°C at Base Camp. You will see the clear post-monsoon skies . The temperature gets  (-5 to -10°C) during cold nights.Trekkers will find the stable trails , low risks of landslides and the most stunning views everywhere making it the perfect timing to explore EBC.

Note: April/October is the peak season for Everest Region. Make sure you book your teahouses and Lukla Flights early.

Seasons to skip for Malaysian Trekkers

Monsoon(June-August)

Monsoon comes with heavy rain, muddy trails making the routes slippery and risky. The visibility is very poor with high risks of landslides as it is off-season of the year. 

Even if you plan on trekking to monsoon, make sure you are safe from leeches. Consult with the local agencies like Himalayan Odyssey or professional travel guide before you start your trek.

Winter(December-February)

The weather in winter is very challenging for not just Malaysians but for everyone. Its very cold (-10 to -20°C at Base Camp) with the snowy trails and fewer teahouses for accommodations.

Annapurna  Base camp trek for Malaysians 

Annapurna Base Camp is one of the splendid destination for Malaysian trekkers. You will love the Annapurna Region as Annapurna Base Camp(4,130) offers the panoramic views of Annapurna I, Machhapuchhre and Hiunchuli.

Enjoy the Gurung villages like Ghandruk and Chhomrong while you are at Annapurna Region.

Fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu and then Pokhara by flight or a drive of 6-7 hours to reach Annapurna Base Camp.

Annapurna  base camp trek in nutshell 

Cost details breakdown

Before you make your bookings make sure you are aware of all the expenses to avoid minor inconveniences. Lets see the cost details breakdown for the trekkers:

Flights to Kathmandu $400 (MYR 1,720) Round-trip from KL, AirAsia or similar.

Flights to Pokhara $240 (MYR 1,032) Round-trip from Kathmandu.

Permits $45 (MYR 194)      Annapurna Conservation Area ($25), TIMS       ($20).

Accommodation $110 (MYR 473) Kathmandu/Pokhara hotels: $60 (2 nights).

Teahouses: $50 (7 nights).

Meals & Drinks $200 (MYR 860) Kathmandu/Pokhara: $30. Trek: $170 (7 days).

Guide & Porter $180 (MYR 774) Guide: $110, Porter: $70, shared.

Insurance $100 (MYR 430) Covers high altitude (4,130m).

Total Cost: $875 (MYR 3,763) + flights ($400, MYR 1,720).

Tips:

• Visa: $30 (MYR 129), pay on arrival.

Distance detail breakdown for Annapurna Base Camp

Check out the distance breakdown for the standard Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) trek, starting from Nayapul and returning to Nayapul below:

Day 1: Nayapul to Ghandruk
Distance: 8 km (5 miles)

Day 2: Ghandruk to Chhomrong
Distance: 10 km (6.2 miles)

Day 3: Chhomrong to Bamboo
Distance: 11 km (6.8 miles)

Day 4: Bamboo to Deurali
Distance: 9 km (5.6 miles)

Day 5: Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp
Distance: 8 km (5 miles)

Day 6: Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo
Distance: 14 km (8.7 miles)

Day 7: Bamboo to Jhinu Danda, then Nayapul
Distance: 15 km (9.3 miles) total

Note:

Bamboo to Jhinu Danda: 8 km (5 miles)

Jhinu Danda to Nayapul: 7 km (4.3 miles)

Best Seasons for Annapurna Base Camp Trek for Malaysians (2025)

Its equally necessary to choose the ideal month for Annapurna Base Camp Trek. People from Malaysia can choose the following months for Annapurna trek:

Spring(March-May)

The temperature is 15-20°C lower altitudes and 5-10°C at Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m).You will see the beautiful flora and fauna. The weather supports clear skies has minimal rain and offers the trekkers a very good visibility.

Autumn: 

The temperature at Autumn is 15-22°C lower altitudes, 5-10°C at Base Camp.The sky is clear, the trails are stable and there is very low risk of landslide. 

Note: Like Everest Base Camp April / October are the peak season at ABC. So, make sure you book teahouses and Pokhara transport early.

Seasons to avoid EBC for Malaysians

Monsoon (June-August)

Avoid Monsoon(June-August) as it has heavy rain, muddy trails and has high risk of landslides. The leeches might make you panic and disturbed as they are everywhere. Likewise, the poor visibility in monsoon is not much of a worth time to trek.

Avoid winter (December-February) as Annapurna Region is extremely cold (0 to -10°C at Base Camp). The trails are  snowy making the region very slippery to walk.You will also find  fewer teahouses to accommodate in winter.

• Notes: Spring/autumn suit Malaysia’s climate.Make sure you choose this time of the year.

Annapurna circuit trek for Malaysians 

Annapurna Circuit trek encircles the Annapurna Massif, crossing Thorong La Pass(5,416m) where Malaysians can witness the panoramic views of Mount Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and Manaslu.

You will love to witness the challenging trails through Manang, Pisang and Chame with Gurung and Tibetan cultures.Fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu, then travel to Besisahar by 6-7 hour drive or flight. There are fewer things that you need to know while starting the trek like:

Annapurna Circuit trek in nutshell

Cost details for Annapurna Circuit for Malaysians

Let’s delve more into what costings Annapurna Circuit has to offer the trekkers:

Flights to Kathmandu $400 (MYR 1,720) Round-trip from KL, AirAsia or similar

Transport to Besisahar $25 (MYR 108) Round-trip bus/jeep from Kathmandu

Permits $45 (MYR 194) Annapurna Conservation Area ($25), TIMS ($20)

Accommodation $160 (MYR 688) Kathmandu/Pokhara hotels: $90 (3 nights). 

Teahouses: $70 (10 nights)

Meals & Drinks $280 (MYR 1,204) Kathmandu/Pokhara: $40. Trek: $240 (10  days)

Guide & Porter $270 (MYR 1,161) Guide: $160, Porter: $110, shared

Insurance $125 (MYR 537) Covers high altitude (5,416m at Thorong La).

Total Cost: $905 (MYR 3,892) + flights ($400, MYR 1,720)

Tips:

• Visa: $30 (MYR 129), pay on arrival

Distance detail breakdown for Annapurna Circuit

Visit the day-by-day distance breakdown for the standard Annapurna Circuit Trek, starting from Besisahar and ending at Nayapul. 

Day 1: Besisahar to Bhulbhule
Distance: 8 km (5 miles)

Day 2: Bhulbhule to Jagat
Distance: 14 km (8.7 miles)

Day 3: Jagat to Dharapani
Distance: 15 km (9.3 miles)

Day 4: Dharapani to Chame
Distance: 16 km (9.9 miles)

Day 5: Chame to Pisang
Distance: 14 km (8.7 miles)

Day 6: Pisang to Manang
Distance: 12 km (7.5 miles)

Day 7: Acclimatization in Manang
Distance: 4-6 km (2.5-3.7 miles)

Day 8: Manang to Yak Kharka
Distance: 10 km (6.2 miles)

Day 9: Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi
Distance: 8 km (5 miles)

Day 10: Thorong Phedi to Muktinath via Thorong La Pass
Distance: 16 km (9.9 miles)

Day 11: Muktinath to Marpha (via Kagbeni and Jomsom)
Distance: 22 km (13.7 miles)

Day 12: Marpha to Kalopani
Distance: 18 km (11.2 miles)

Day 13: Kalopani to Tatopani
Distance: 20 km (12.4 miles)

Day 14: Tatopani to Ghorepani
Distance: 17 km (10.6 miles)

Day 15: Ghorepani to Poon Hill, then Nayapul
Distance: 20 km (12.4 miles) total

• Ghorepani to Poon Hill and back: 3 km (1.8 miles)

• Ghorepani to Nayapul: 17 km (10.6 miles)

Total Distance (Round Trip):  174-180 km (108-112 miles)

Best Seasons for Annapurna Circuit Trek for Malaysians (2025)

Choose the favourable timeframe for your trek like:

Spring(March-May)

The temperature is  15-20°C lower altitudes, 0-5°C at Thorong La Pass (5,416m) offering the trekkers clear skies, minimal rain and good visibility .

Autumn(September-November)

The cold nights has (-5 to -10°C) during autumn. Malaysians can easily trek on stable trails. The early September might be slightly wet but still this is the best time of the year.

Note: April/October is the peak season of the year so book teahouses and your Besisahar transport early to avoid minor inconvenience.

Seasons to avoid in Annapurna Circuit

Monsoon(June-August) .

 The Annapurna Region has muddy trails, heavy rain and has high risks of lives. The trails are steepy and slippery with leeches everywhere.

Make sure you skip Winter as the Annapurna Circuit is extremely cold  (-10 to -20°C at Thorong La). There are less teahouses open during winter which might be a problem.

Mardi Himal trek for Malaysians 

In Annapurna Region, Mardi Himal Base Camp( 5,500m) offers you the stunning views of Annapurna, Machhapuchhre(Fishtail) and Hiunchuli.

You can fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu and then travel to Pokhara by flight or 6-7 hour drive. Then you can drive 1 hour to Kande. Malaysians will love to explore the moderate trails through Gurung villages.

Mardi himal  trek in nutshell 

Cost details for Mardi Himal Trek

Malaysians can trek to Mardi Himal on their finest budget. Let’s see what the details has to offer:

Flights to Kathmandu $400 (MYR 1,720 Round-trip from KL, AirAsia or similar

Flights to Pokhara $240 (MYR 1,032) Round-trip from Kathmandu

Permits $45 (MYR 194) Annapurna Conservation Area ($25), TIMS ($20).

Accommodation $100 (MYR 430) Kathmandu/Pokhara hotels: $60 (2 nights).

  Teahouses: $40 (6 nights)

Meals & Drinks $170 (MYR 731) Kathmandu/Pokhara: $30. Trek: $140 (6 days)

Guide & Porter $150 (MYR 645) Guide: $90, Porter: $60, shared

Insurance $100 (MYR 430) Covers high altitude (4,500m)

Total Cost: $805 (MYR 3,462) + flights ($400, MYR 1,720)

Tips:

• Visa: $30 (MYR 129), pay on arrival.

Distance detail breakdown for Mardi Himal Trek

You can see a day-by-day distance breakdown for the standard Mardi Himal Trek, starting from Kande and ending at Siding Village below:

Day 1: Kande to Deurali
Distance: 5.5 km (3.4 miles)

Day 2: Deurali to Forest Camp
Distance: 8 km (5 miles)

Day 3: Forest Camp to Low Camp
Distance: 7 km (4.3 miles)

Day 4: Low Camp to High Camp
Distance: 4 km (2.5 miles)

Day 5: High Camp to Mardi Himal Base Camp, then to Siding Village
Distance: 14 km (8.7 miles) total

• High Camp to Mardi Himal Base Camp and back: 6 km (3.7 miles)

• High Camp to Siding Village: 8 km (5 miles)

Total Distance (Round Trip): ~38-42 km (23.6-26 miles)

Best Seasons for Mardi Himal Trek for Malaysians (2025)

The best time to trek to Mardi Himal Trek is on :

Spring

The temperature is 15-20°C lower altitudes, 5-10°C at Mardi Himal Base Camp (4,500m). This time is perfect to trek for people of malaysia as there is less rain, clear skies and good visibility to witness everything.

Autumn

The routes are very safe with no landslide risks . You might love cool nights (0 to -5°C) at Mardi Himal during Autumn.

Note: April/October are the peak season in April/October. Make sure you book the teahouses and Pokhara transport early.

Seasons to avoid Mardi Himala  trek for Malaysians:

Monsoon (June-August)

The trials at Monsoon might be too muddy and high risks of landslides for Malaysians. Monsoon brings heavy rain making the visibility unclear and difficult to walk.

Winter(December-February)

This has the temperature of coldness (0 to -10°C at Base Camp) making it unfavourable for Malaysian trekkers. The teahouses here are very less in number with the snows all over the place.

This does not match the Malaysia’s climate so better skip winter season.

Ghorepani Poonhill trek for Malaysians 

Ghorepani Poonhill trek lastS for 4 or 5 days depending on the pace of your walk.The perfect viewpoint here is Poon Hill(3,210) where you can witness the Annapurna range, Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Tukuche, Varaha Shikhar and Lamjung Himal.

 Malaysians can hike through the colorful villages and Rhododendron forests. The menus are not disappointing and accommodations are very comfortable here.

Fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu, then travel to Pokhara by flight or 6-7 hour drive, and drive 1-2 hours to Nayapul for the start of this mesmerizing trek.

Ghorepani Poonhill  trek in nutshell 

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek Costs for Malaysians (2025)

You can look the cost details below for Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek:

Flights to Kathmandu $400 (MYR 1,720) Round-trip from KL, AirAsia or similar.

Flights to Pokhara $240 (MYR 1,032) Round-trip from Kathmandu.

Permits $45 (MYR 194) Annapurna Conservation Area ($25), TIMS ($20).

Accommodation $90 (MYR 387) Kathmandu/Pokhara hotels: $60 (2 nights).

Teahouses: $30 (4 nights).

Meals & Drinks $130 (MYR 559) Kathmandu/Pokhara: $30. Trek: $100 (4 days).

Guide & Porter $80 (MYR 344) Covers trekking altitude (3,210m).

Total Cost: $695 (MYR 2,989) + flights ($400, MYR 1,720).

Tips:

• Visa: $30 (MYR 129), pay on arrival.

Distance detail breakdown for Ghorepani Poonhill Trek

Below is a day-by-day distance breakdown for the standard Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek, starting from Nayapul and ending at Nayapul:

Day 1: Nayapul to Tikhedhunga
Distance: 8 km (5 miles)

Day 2: Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani
Distance: 10 km (6.2 miles)

Day 3: Ghorepani to Poon Hill, then to Tadapani
Distance: 10 km (6.2 miles) total

• Ghorepani to Poon Hill and back: 3 km (1.8 miles)

• Ghorepani to Tadapani: 7 km (4.3 miles)

Day 4: Tadapani to Ghandruk, then to Nayapul
Distance: 15 km (9.3 miles) total

Tadapani to Ghandruk: 7 km (4.3 miles)

Ghandruk to Nayapul: 8 km (5 miles)

• Total Distance (Round Trip): 43-45 km (26.7-28 miles)

Best Seasons to Trek Ghorepani Poonhill

Malaysians can trek to Ghorepani Poonhill during:

Spring( March-May)

The temperature at Ghorepani Poonhill is 15-22°C lower altitudes and  5-10°C at Poon Hill (3,210m). The trekkers will love to witness the mesmerizing flora and fauna. The sky is very clear with good visibility to witness anything during spring.

Autumn(September-November)

The temperature is 15-20°C lower altitudes and  5-10°C at Poon Hill. Like spring the sky is very clear skies with  cool nights (0 to -5°C).There is very less risk for landslides.Malaysians can easily walk on stable trails. The early September is slightly wet but yet is fun to trek.

Note: There is moderate crowd during April/October as this is the peak season of the year.Make sure you book the teahouses and Pokhara transport early for Malaysian trekkers.

Seasons to avoid Ghorepani poonhill trek for Malaysians

Monsoon(June-August)

This season has heavy rain, muddy trails and much more risks of landslides.Better skip this time of the year. Monsoon surely blocks all the visibility that the trekkers would love to witness and the leeches even may be of trouble on the trails.

Winter (December-February): 

Ghorepani Poonhill is extremely cold (0 to -10°C at Poon Hill).Malaysian trekkers might be disappointed as there are very less teahouses for accommodation. There are high chances of snow making the routes unable to trek.

Note: Make sure you make your bookings on Spring/Autumn as it suit’s Malaysia’s climate.

Langtang valley trek for Malaysians 

Unlike Everest Base Camp Trek, Annapurna Base Camp Trek , only fewer recognize Langtang Valley Trek.

The routes of Langtang will take the Malaysian trekkers to an altitude of  4,000m /13,123 ft. 

If you want more of heights,you wouldn’t want to miss out the sunrise from Tserko Ri at  4,980m / 16,338 ft.The ancient monastery of Kyanjin Gompa, situated near Tserko, upholds the Buddhist traditions . The spectacular views on this trek include Dorje Lakpa (6,990m / 22,933 ft), Langtang Ri (6,370m / 20,898 ft), and Langtang Lirung (7,245m / 23,769 ft).

Fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu, then drive 7-8 hours to Syabrubesi and enjoy your trip.

Langtang Valley trek in nutshell 

Facts on Langtang for Malaysian Trekkers

The Langtang village was destroyed during April 2015 earthquake.

The  locals here have been rebuilding teahouses and lodges since then  and are now works on finest to accommodate trekkers. 

The best way to get more help is by exploring this area.

Langtang valley is the perfect spot if you want to explore off-beat track .

This is a perfect trek for those who want to explore this off-beat track and see something completely different from many of the country’s more touristy areas.

Similarly, this is the perfect introduction for those discovering Nepal for the first time.

Langtang Valley Trek Costs for Malaysians (2025)

Make sure you don’t miss out the costs before starting your trek:

Flights to Kathmandu $400 (MYR 1,720) Round-trip from KL, AirAsia or similar.

Transport to Syabrubesi $25 (MYR 108) Round-trip bus/jeep from Kathmandu.

Permits $50 (MYR 215) Langtang National Park ($30), TIMS ($20)

Accommodation $110 (MYR 473) Kathmandu hotels: $60 (2 nights).  

                                                                            Teahouses: $50 (7 nights).

Meals & Drinks $190 (MYR 817) Kathmandu: $30. Trek: $160 (7 days)

Guide & Porter $180 (MYR 774) Guide: $110, Porter: $70, shared.

Insurance $100 (MYR 430) Covers high altitude (3,430m).

Total Cost: $755 (MYR 3,247) + flights ($400, MYR 1,720).

Tips:

• Visa: $30 (MYR 129), pay on arrival.

Distance detail breakdown for Langtang Valley on:

Starting from Syabrubesi and returning to Syabrubesi ,visit the detailed distance breakdown for Langtang Valley below:

Day 1: Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel
Distance: 12 km (7.5 miles)

Day 2: Lama Hotel to Mundu (via Langtang Village)
Distance: 14 km (8.7 miles)

Day 3: Mundu to Kyanjin Gompa
Distance: 7 km (4.3 miles)

Day 4: Acclimatization in Kyanjin Gompa
Distance: 4-6 km (2.5-3.7 miles)

Day 5: Kyanjin Gompa to Lama Hotel
Distance: 21 km (13 miles)

Day 6: Lama Hotel to Thulo Syabru
Distance: 12 km (7.5 miles)

Day 7: Thulo Syabru to Syabrubesi
Distance: 7 km (4.3 miles)

• Total Distance (Round Trip): ~77-81 km (47.8-50.3 miles)

Best time to visit Langtang Valley for Malaysians

Spring

The temperature during spring gets upto 15-20°C lower altitudes, 5-10°C at Langtang Valley (3,430m).It is the perfect timeframe to watch the scenic beauty as there are no obstructions here.

Autumn

Langtang at Autumn has the temperature of ,5-10°C at Langtang Valley (3,430m) with cool nights (0 to -5°C). It’s the same as spring making trekkers perfect timing  to explore this valley.

Note:Book teahouses and Syabrubesi transport early as April/October is the peak season of the year.

Seasons to avoid for Malaysian people

Monsoon

The trails are very slippery with muddy trails, leeches and heavy rain.The roads are risky and less-enjoyable at monsoon.

Winter (December-February)

Its Cold (0 to -10°C at Valley) and the trails are snowy during winter.There are fewer teahouses. It’s best to ignore this season.

Gokyo Lake  trek for Malaysians 

Gokyo Lake trek is the perfect destination in the Everest valley. The Gokyo Valley at 4,790m offers the marvellous views of Mount Everest, Cho Oyu and the Gokyo Lakes. Malaysians will love to explore the challenging trails and Gokyo Ri(5,357m).

Fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu, then to Lukla to begin your amazing journey.

Note: As it is located in the Everest Region and not the Annapurna Region,you will require Sagarmatha National Park Permit and involves flights to Lukla and not Pokhara.Best time for Malaysians to visit Gokyo Lake 

Gokyo lake trek in nutshell 

Cost breakdown for Gokyo Trek Lake

Himalayan Odyssey has a simple cost breakdown for the Gokyo Lake Trek, see them below:

Flights to Kathmandu $400 (MYR 1,720) Round-trip from KL, AirAsia or similar

Flights to Lukla $380 (MYR 1,634) Round-trip from Kathmandu

Permits $70 (MYR 301) Sagarmatha National Park ($30), Khumbu ($20), TIMS ($20)

Accommodation $170 (MYR 731) Kathmandu hotels: $60 (2 nights). 

Teahouses: $110 (11 nights).

Meals & Drinks $350 (MYR 1,505) Kathmandu: $30. Trek: $320 (11 days).

Guide & Porters $280 (MYR 1,204) Guide: $180, Porter: $100, shared.

Insurance $125 (MYR 537) Covers high altitude (4,750m at Gokyo Lakes)

Total Cost: $1,350 (MYR 5,805) + flights ($400, MYR 1,720).

Tips:

• Visa: $30 (MYR 129), pay on arrival.

Distance detail breakdown for Gokyo Lake  trek

Don’t miss out the distance detail breakdown starting from Lukla and returning to Lukla below:

Day 1: Lukla to Phakding
Distance: 8 km (5 miles)

Day 2: Phakding to Namche Bazaar
Distance: 11 km (6.8 miles)

Day 3: Acclimatization in Namche Bazaar
Distance: 4-6 km (2.5-3.7 miles)

Day 4: Namche Bazaar to Phortse Thanga
Distance: 9 km (5.6 miles)

Day 5: Phortse Thanga to Machhermo
Distance: 10 km (6.2 miles)

Day 6: Machhermo to Gokyo
Distance: 7 km (4.3 miles)

Day 7: Acclimatization in Gokyo (Gokyo Ri)
Distance: 4 km (2.5 miles)

Day 8: Gokyo to Dole
Distance: 12 km (7.5 miles)

Day 9: Dole to Namche Bazaar
Distance: 14 km (8.7 miles)

Day 10: Namche Bazaar to Lukla
Distance: 19 km (11.8 miles)

Total Distance (Round Trip): 98-102 km (60.9-63.4 miles)

Seasons to visit Gokyo Lake Trek

Spring (March-May)

You will experience the mild temperatures (5-15°C at lower elevations, 0-10°C at Gokyo, 4,750 m), occasional rain at lower altitudes. The vibrant wildflowers(Rhododendrons), clear skies and excellent mountain views are the major spotlight for spring season.

Autumn (September-November)

The weather is very cool and stable  (5-15°C at lower elevations, -5 to 8°C at Gokyo). It is one of the busiest season so make sure you have your permits and make pre-early bookings.

Manang tour  for Malaysians 

Manang is a scenic valley  and a gateway for Annapurna Circuit at 3,540m with Annapurna peaks and Tibetan-influenced culture. Malaysians will love to explore the Gangapurna Lake and Praken Gompa while they are here.  

Fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu, then travel to Besisahar by flight or 8-10 hour drive. 

Best Time to visit Manang for Malaysians

Spring (March-May)

The temperature is very mild (5-15°C in Manang, 3,519 m) with occasional rainfall at lower elevations. Malaysians will be thrilled to watch the vibrant landscapes with blooming flora and fauna making spring the perfect season.

Autumn

The weather is cool and stable  (0-12°C in Manang) where you can view the Annapurna and Gangapurna peaks. Autumn brings dry trails, busiest season for high- altitude exploration.

When to avoid Manang Tour?

Winter (December-February)

The weather is very cold  (-5 to 8°C in Manang) with possible snow at higher elevations. You might witness the visibility clear on sunny days but snow can obscure views .

Hence, winter is not suggested for Malaysian trekkers.

Monsoon (June-August)

There is heavy rain at lower altitudes and wet (5-15°C in Manang).It includes high landslide risks, leeches at lower elevations making everywhere slippery and difficult to walk.

Manang  tour in nutshell 

Manang Trek Costs for Malaysians (2025)

You have to know the costs  before traveling anywhere. Check the Manang costs below:

Flights to Kathmandu $400 (MYR 1,720) Round-trip from KL, AirAsia or similar.

Transport to Besisahar $25 (MYR 108) Round-trip bus/jeep from Kathmandu.

Permits $45 (MYR 194) Annapurna Conservation Area ($25), TIMS ($20)

Accommodation $110 (MYR 473) Kathmandu hotels: $60 (2 nights)

Teahouses: $50 (7 nights)

Meals & Drinks $190 (MYR 817) Kathmandu: $30. Trek: $160 (7 days)

Guide & Porter $180 (MYR 774) Guide: $110, Porter: $70, shared

Insurance $100 (MYR 430) Covers high altitude (3,519m).

Total Cost: $755 (MYR 3,247) + flights ($400, MYR 1,720).

Tips:

• Visa: $30 (MYR 129), pay on arrival.

Distance detail breakdown for Manang Tour

Here is the detail distance breakdown starting from Soti Khola and ending at Besisahar:

Day 1: Soti Khola to Machha Khola
Distance: 14 km (8.7 miles)

Day 2: Machha Khola to Jagat
Distance: 20 km (12.4 miles)

Day 3: Jagat to Deng
Distance: 19 km (11.8 miles)

Day 4: Deng to Namrung
Distance: 18 km (11.2 miles)

Day 5: Namrung to Samagaon
Distance: 18 km (11.2 miles)

Day 6: Acclimatization in Samagaon
Distance: 4-6 km (2.5-3.7 miles)

Day 7: Samagaon to Samdo
Distance: 10 km (6.2 miles)

Day 8: Samdo to Dharmasala (Larkya Phedi)
Distance: 12 km (7.5 miles)

Day 9: Dharmasala to Bimthang via Larkya La Pass
Distance: 15 km (9.3 miles)

Day 10: Bimthang to Tilije
Distance: 16 km (9.9 miles)

Day 11: Tilije to Tal
Distance: 14 km (8.7 miles)

Day 12: Tal to Syange
Distance: 17 km (10.6 miles)

Day 13: Syange to Jagat
Distance: 15 km (9.3 miles)

Day 14: Jagat to Besisahar
Distance: 14 km (8.7 miles)

Total Distance (Round Trip): ~166-172 km (103-107 miles

Upper Mustang tour for Malaysians 

Upper Mustang tour is located in the Himalayan rain shadow. Means to say, it has desert -like terrain featured highly for Tibetan Buddhist culture and monasteries like Lo Manthang.

Fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu, then to Pokhara and Jomsom to begin.

It is a restricted area and requires an Upper Mustang Permit(USD 500 for 10 days ) .

Upper Mustang tour  in nutshell 

Distance detail breakdown for Upper mustang trek

Below is the detail distance breakdown starting from Jomsom and returning to Jomsom for Upper Mustang Trek:

Day 1: Jomsom to Kagbeni
Distance: 10 km (6.2 miles)

Day 2: Kagbeni to Chele
Distance: 16 km (9.9 miles)

Day 3: Chele to Syanbochen
Distance: 14 km (8.7 miles)

Day 4: Syanbochen to Ghami
Distance: 12 km (7.5 miles)

Day 5: Ghami to Charang (Tsarang)
Distance: 11 km (6.8 miles)

Day 6: Charang to Lo Manthang
Distance: 13 km (8.1 miles)

Day 7: Acclimatization in Lo Manthang
Distance: 4-6 km (2.5-3.7 miles)

Day 8: Lo Manthang to Drakmar
Distance: 14 km (8.7 miles)

Day 9: Drakmar to Chele
Distance: 18 km (11.2 miles)

Day 10: Chele to Jomsom
Distance: 20 km (12.4 miles)

• Total Distance (Round Trip): ~132-136 km (82-84.5 miles)

Upper Mustang Trek Costs for Malaysians (2025)

See the cost price for Upper Mustang Trek below:

Flights to Kathmandu $400 (MYR 1,720) Round-trip from KL, AirAsia or similar.

Flights to Pokhara/Jomsom  $400 (MYR 1,720) Round-trip Kathmandu to Pokhara to Jomsom

Permits $500 (MYR 2,150) Upper Mustang Special Permit (10 days, $50/day extra).

Accommodation $255 (MYR 1,097) Kathmandu/Pokhara hotels: $90 (3 nights)

Teahouses: $165 (11 nights).

Meals & Drinks $350 (MYR 1,505) Kathmandu/Pokhara: $40. Trek: $310 (11 days).

Guide & Porter $280 (MYR 1,204) Guide: $180, Porter: $100, shared. Guide mandatory.

Insurance $125 (MYR 537) Covers high altitude (3,840m).

Total Cost: $2,110 (MYR 9,073) + flights ($400, MYR 1,720).

Tips:

• Visa: $30 (MYR 129), pay on arrival.

Best Seasons for Malaysians 

The perfect time to explore Upper Mustang Tour is :

May-October

The temperature is 15-25°C in Lo Manthang (3,840m) with clear visibility for desert landscapes and Himalayan views. Mustang is very dry with minimal rain due to rain-shadow region

Its best to book Jomsom flights and permits early as May and September-October are the peak seasons here.

Seasons to not trek for Upper Mustang Tour

Winter (November-April):

Mustang is extremely cold with (-5 to -15°C). There are limited teahouses and a risk with snowy trails. The high winds might even make the Malaysians trekkers difficult to walk.

Monsoon(June-August)

Like winter, Malaysia people can skip monsoon. Comparatively to other reasons there is less rain but occasional showers and muddy trails in the lower areas makes it more challenging.

Note: Do not forget dust masks and sun-protection.

Chitwan jungle safari for Malaysians

The name chitwan itself means the ‘heart of the Jungle’ and is a country’s treasures to explore. Malaysians can explore all the animal heritage of Nepal.You will visit the Chitwan National park, a UNESCO World Heritage site established in 1973 AD.

This spot is a home to the one-horned rhinoceros, Royal Bengal Tiger , Spotted Leopard, Wild Elephant , Gharial Crocodiles, Blue bull and other wild animals including 650 bird species.The atmosphere here is very wild for the tourists.

Our Chitwan Jungle Safari includes adventure activities like Bird watching, Canoeing, Elephant Back Safari, Jungle walk, and much more.

Fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu, then take a 5-6 hour drive or 20-minute flight to Bharatpur.

Enjoy jeep safaris, elephant-back rides, canoe trips on the Rapti River, or guided walks. Stay in Sauraha’s eco-friendly lodges and experience Tharu cultural shows and village tours while you are in Chitwan.

Chitwan Jungle Safari  in nutshell 

 Chitwan Jungle Safari Costs for Malaysians (2025)

If you are wondering about the cost for Chitwan Jungle Safari, you can dive below for short cost breakdown:

Flights to Kathmandu $400 (MYR 1,720) Round-trip from KL, AirAsia or similar

Transport to Chitwan $120 (MYR 516) Round-trip flight to Bharatpur or bus ($20).

Permits $20 (MYR 86) Chitwan National Park entry

Accommodation $200 (MYR 860) Kathmandu hotels: $35 (1 night).

Chitwan lodges: $165 (2 nights).

Meals & Drinks $50 (MYR 215) Kathmandu: $15. Chitwan: $35 (2 days, some meals included).

Guide & Activities $100 (MYR 430) Safari guide, jungle walks, jeep safaris, canoe rides.

Insurance $75 (MYR 323) Covers jungle activities.

Total Cost: $565 (MYR 2,430) + flights ($400, MYR 1,720).

Tips:

• Visa: $30 (MYR 129), pay on arrival.

Distance detail breakdown for Chitwan Jungle Safari

Below is a day-by-day distance breakdown for a standard Chitwan Jungle Safari, based in and around Chitwan National Park, starting and ending at Sauraha, the main tourist hub:

Day 1: Sauraha to Jungle Walk and Canoe Trip
Distance: 8-10 km (5-6.2 miles) total

• Jungle Walk: 5-6 km (3.1-3.7 miles)

• Canoe Trip: 3-4 km (1.8-2.5 miles)

Day 2: Jeep Safari and Visit to Elephant Breeding Center
Distance: 30-35 km (18.6-21.7 miles) total

• Jeep Safari: 25-30 km (15.5-18.6 miles)

• Walk to Elephant Breeding Center: 4-5 km (2.5-3.1 miles) round trip

Day 3: Bird Watching and Village Walk
Distance: 6-8 km (3.7-5 miles) total

Total Distance (Round Trip): 44-53 km (27.3-32.9 miles)

Best Seasons for Chitwan Jungle Safari for Malaysians (2025)

Let’s check out the ideal months for this tour:

October-March

The temperature is 20-30°C, has low humidity and the visibility for wildlife spotting (rhinos, tigers and elephants is excellent).This is perfect timing for jungle walks,jeep safaris and canoe rides as Malaysians are used to tropical climates.

Note: Its safe to book lodges and tours early as November-February are the peak seasons

Seasons to not trek for Malaysians

Monsoon(June-September)

Monsoon brings heavy rain, leeches and flooded trails. The humidity is very high with less wildlife sightings.This place is a mosquito risk too during monsoon.

Summer(April-May)

This season of the year is very hot  (30-40°C) with high humidity and very less comfortable for Malaysians.

Don’t forget the Malaysian visa (128.32 MYR approx for 15 days, on arrival).

At last

There are several other trekking destinations that can dive in Nepal.

Contact Himalayan Odyssey to plan your trekkings. We are happy to make your bookings and give you a life-time experience.