Thame-Khumjung Alternate Route side trek (2 days)
Everest Region, Nepal

If you’d like to experience a different village on your return you can stay in Khumjung rather than Namche Bazaar. While you won’t find the shopping, bars, restaurants, and other amenities of Namache Bazaar, Khumjung located about two hours above, does have beautiful views of Ama Dablam and a quieter laid back vibe since it is bypassed by most trekkers.

Weather Conditions in March

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March is the start of the ‘Spring Season’ when temperatures begin to rise from their winter lows. By the end of March, temperatures are significantly warmer at lower elevations and hot air from the valleys tend to create clouds in the mountains during the afternoons. Mornings are generally clear, with the clearest weather coming just after sunrise. At high altitudes, while generally warmer than the previous months snow is still possible, and heavy snow storms in March are not unheard of. Mornings and nights are still cold.

At a glance
On average there are 4 days with precipitation in March. The highest point on the trek is Thame at 3820 m. During March, expect high temperatures of around 10.5°C (51°F) and lows down to -6.5°C (20°F) at Thame.

Extra rest days and overnights can be added once the itinerary is created. However any side trips must be added in this step before the itinerary is created.

Fri Mar 6 (day 1)
Thame (3820 m) About 3 hours from Lungdhen Expect typical high termperatures of about 10.5°C (51°F) and lows of about -6.5°C (20°F) in March. hide images more info on Thame
Khumjung (3790 m) About 5-6 hours from Thame Expect typical high termperatures of about 10.7°C (51°F) and lows of about -6.3°C (21°F) in March. Overnight

Sat Mar 7 (day 2)
Namche Bazaar (3440 m) About 1.5-2 hours from Khumjung Expect typical high termperatures of about 12.8°C (55°F) and lows of about -4.2°C (24°F) in March. hide images more info on Namche Bazaar