March Trekking in Nepal! Holi Festival and Rhododendron

Mar 12: Arrive in Kathmandu, airport transfer, free time after check-in
Mar 13: Celebrate Holi Festival with CocoRun's local guide or explore on your own
Mar 14: Kathmandu to Pokhara, free time after check-in (6–8 hours by luxury bus)
Mar 15: Drive from Pokhara to Ulleri to Ghorepani (2,880 m)
Mar 16: Ghorepani to Poon Hill to Tadapani to Chuile (2,309 m)
Mar 17: Chuile to Sinuwa (2,310 m)
Mar 18: Sinuwa to Deurali (3,230 m)
Mar 19: Deurali to Machhapuchre Base Camp to ABC Base Camp (4,120 m)
Mar 20: ABC Base Camp to Sinuwa (2,310 m)
Mar 21: Sinuwa to Jhinu (carpool) to Pokhara (8–9 hours)
Mar 22: Pokhara to Kathmandu (6–8 hours by luxury bus)
Mar 23: Airport transfer in Kathmandu, end of tour
📅 Highlights
✅ Holi Festival: Celebrate in Kathmandu or Pokhara on Mar 13, a colorful cultural experience!
✅ Rhododendron and Snow-capped Mountains: Mid to late March is the best time to see rhododendron in bloom from Ghorepani to ABC, a visual feast!
✅ Poon Hill Sunrise: A classic photo spot, surrounded by snow-capped mountains and a sea of clouds, worth all the effort!
💡 Other Key Tips
Holi Festival Safety:
Wear old clothes and use a waterproof bag to avoid staining valuables;
Confirm the event area in advance and avoid crowded streets.
Trekking Gear:
Nighttime temperatures in high-altitude areas (e.g. ABC) may drop below 0°C in March, bring warm clothes and a sleeping bag liner;
Sunscreen and sunglasses are essential, UV rays are strong in the snow!
Snow is still possible in March, crampons are essential
🌟 Recommended Extras
Mar 21 Jhinu Hot Spring: Soak in a natural hot spring after trekking to relieve muscle soreness! (20-minute walk from the village to the hot spring)
Free Time in Pokhara: Boating on Phewa Lake, paragliding (March has stable air currents and a high success rate, but you will need to fly back to Kathmandu).
Cultural Experience in Kathmandu: Durbar Square, Swayambhunath, and other temples, we recommend extending your trip by half a day.
📝 Pre-trip Checklist
Visa: E-visa/visa on arrival (passport only)
Insurance: Travel insurance covering high-altitude trekking (e.g. Allianz, AIG)
Cash: Only NPR is accepted along the ABC route, Chinese restaurants in Kathmandu offer the best exchange rates
Rhododendron, snow-capped mountains, sunrise, and Holi Festival—everything you want is here! 💥
Poon Hill