Gorkha vs Tansen (Palpa)
Pick Gorkha for
a spiritual journey, family trips, adventure
Pick Tansen (Palpa) for
peace and quiet, photography, nature, an easier walk
| Gorkha | Tansen (Palpa) | |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Nepal, Gorkha, Gandaki | Nepal, Palpa, Lumbini |
| Highest point | 1,450 m | 1,500 m |
| Difficulty | Easy–moderate | Easy |
| Trek distance | about 6 km | No trek needed |
| Days on the ground | 1–2 | 2–3 |
| Best months | Oct, Nov, Dec, Feb, Mar, Apr | Oct, Nov, Dec, Feb, Mar, Apr |
| Snow likely | Rarely | Rarely |
| Crowds in season | Quiet | Quiet |
| Daily spend | about ₹2,200 | about ₹2,200 |
| Gateway | Kathmandu / Pokhara | Pokhara / Bhairahawa |
| With kids | Good | Good |
| With seniors | Possible | Great |
| Permits | None for Indian citizens. | None for Indian citizens. |
Gorkha: when to go
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely
Tansen (Palpa): when to go
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely