Kathmandu, August 16, 2026
Nepal's ongoing monsoon is creating difficult conditions for trekkers. The country is facing with heavy rainfall causing landslides, floods and road blockages across several major trekking regions.
The latest reports show that the Annapurna region is currently among the most affected trekking areas.
Similarly, the access routes toward Langtang, Mustang and Dolpo have also experienced serious disruptions. Nepal Police and local authorities continue to report road closures as rainfall remains active across the country.
Annapurna Region Faces Major Disruption in Nepal
The Annapurna trekking region has seen significant disturbance following heavy rainfall around Birethanti in Kaski.
According to the Trekking Agencies' Association of Nepal (TAAN) Gandaki, flooding in the Modi Khola has damaged a road section that was connecting Nayapul, Ghandruk and Muktinath.
Annapurna Circuit access also affected in Nepal
The situation is also difficult on the Besisahar-Manang road. Besisahar-Manang route is an important access section for the Annapurna Circuit. A landslide at Kharkhare in Besisahar Municipality-6 completely blocked the road, according to a report based on Nepal Police information.
This does not necessarily mean that every section of the Annapurna Circuit trekking trail is closed.
However, trekkers using road transport to reach different sections of the route may face delays or changes to their itinerary. Trekkers are advised to be prepared for any kind of scenery if they are traveling in Monsoon.
Beni-Jomsom Route Blocked by Landslides in Nepal
The Beni-Jomsom road, which provides access to the Mustang and Jomsom area, has also been seriously affected.
Two landslides were reported at Baiseri in Raghuganga Rural Municipality-2 and Mahabhir in Annapurna Rural Municipality-7 of Myagdi, completely blocking the road at the time of the report.
The disruption is particularly important for travellers heading toward Jomsom, Muktinath and the Upper Mustang area, because road conditions can directly affect the beginning or ending of trekking and jeep itineraries.
Langtang Access Under Pressure
The Langtang region is also facing difficult access conditions because of landslides and river erosion in Rasuwa.
The Trishuli-Mailung-Syaphrubesi road was reported completely blocked after the Trishuli River eroded the road section in Uttargaya Rural Municipality. This is an important access corridor for travellers heading toward Syaphrubesi and the Langtang Valley.
The current road disruption means trekkers should verify the latest transportation conditions before travelling toward the trailhead.
Dolpo Access Disrupted by Floods
Remote western Nepal has also experienced serious monsoon damage. Flooding damaged a suspension bridge at Tasugad Khola along the Jajarkot-Dolpa section of the Bheri Corridor.
The road has been completely obstructed, disrupting movement between Jajarkot, Rukum West and Dolpa. Officials said the road would remain closed until the water level decreases.
Because Dolpo is a remote trekking destination with limited alternative access, such road and bridge damage can create major logistical challenges for trekkers, staff and supplies.
What About Everest and Manaslu?
At present, the latest reports reviewed do not provide enough evidence to say that the entire Everest Base Camp or Manaslu Circuit trekking trail is currently closed because of landslides.
Trekkers should therefore avoid treating every monsoon road closure as a complete trekking-route closure. Conditions can vary significantly between the trailhead, lower valleys and higher sections of a trekking route.
Why Monsoon Landslides Are a Serious Concern ?
Nepal's monsoon remains active, and the overall disaster risk is still high.
The Kathmandu Post reported that 85 people had died in monsoon-related disasters between April 14 and August 14, including 35 deaths from landslides and 19 from floods. The report also noted that the risk of further floods and landslides remains high.
For trekkers, the biggest problems are not limited to landslides directly hitting the trail. Heavy rain can also:
- Block roads to trekking trailheads
- Damage suspension bridges
- Trigger flash floods
- Wash away sections of trails
- Make steep paths slippery
- Delay jeeps and buses
- Force changes to trekking itineraries
Advice for Trekkers
Anyone planning to trek in Nepal during the current monsoon should check conditions immediately before departure rather than relying on an old itinerary or a previous day's information.
TAAN Gandaki has specifically advised trekking operators to brief trekkers and staff about current weather and road/trail conditions and to coordinate with local authorities and relevant agencies when alternative routes are needed.
For now, the Annapurna region requires particular caution, especially around the Nayapul–Ghandruk–Muktinath corridor, Besisahar–Manang access and Beni–Jomsom road. Conditions can change quickly when heavy rainfall continues.
This update reflects reports available as of August 19, 2026.
Note : Road and trail conditions in Nepal's mountain regions can change within hours, so trekkers should obtain a local update immediately before travelling.
