Short answer: yes – most of the trekking region in Nepal is normal. But not all of it. The two regions have been hit hard by 2026 October floods, and a couple more have road damages. So, no route to travel from there and you should know this before you book any transport to that area.
As a Kathmandu-based agency we are monitoring these routes and if we get any new updates, we will post in our news section. As for now here is the quick version of which region is open and closed in Autumn.
Everest region – Still open and running normally. No flood impact.
Annapurna region – Trekking fine, but some access roads are one-way after landslides. Only safest way to travel Pokhara from Kathmandu is through Plane.
Manaslu / Larke Pass – Effectively closed. Hit by two floods, the latest on October 11. Don’t plan this one right now. The route is also facing some landslides and is dangerous.
Langtang, Gosaikunda, Tamang Heritage – Still recovering from the August flood; road access is the problem, not the trail.
Tibet overland route – Closed since August.
As you can see, these are the conditions of the trekking areas right now.
Everest Region: Open, and the Safest Bet Right Now
So, if your heart is set on Everest, good news – you have nothing to worry about. The Everest region was not touched by any of the 2026 floods. The trails, the Lukla flights, the teahouses: all running as they do every October.
However, due to sudden changes in weather – the flight cancellations, flight delays are still seen in Everest Region. We recommend all the trekkers to have multiple leisure days in their visa.
So, with Manaslu and Langtang disrupted, Everest is where most of the autumn traffic is heading, and conditions up there are exactly what you’d want in peak season – clear mornings, big views, dry trails.
If you’re choosing a trek this autumn and you want certainty, the Everest Base Camp Trek is the safe call. Short on time or not sure about the altitude? The Everest View Trek gets you the Everest panorama in 8 days without going past 3,880m.
If you still have less days left then, we recommend you to trek to Everest View Hotel to have a beautiful scenery of mountains including Mount Everest.
Manaslu & Larke Pass: Closed – Avoid for Now
This is the one to stay away from. Manaslu has been hit twice this autumn and for this Autumn season, it might stay closed.
The first flood came in early September and took out two bridges near Namrung. The route was suspended, then people started moving again. Then on October 11, a far worse flood hit the Budhigandaki River – debris blocked the Syar Khola, it burst, and the surge tore through the valley.
The damage is serious: multiple bridges gone (including the iron bridge at Soti), the Arughat – Dhading road blocked, houses destroyed, and at the time of writing, five people missing. The Nepali Army evacuated 82 people, including nine foreign trekkers, by helicopter and there will be still more numbers coming.
Also, the road into the region is completely blocked and the District Administration had already suspended the route. If you have a Manaslu Circuit trek booked for the next few weeks, talk to your operator about rescheduling or switching regions. This isn’t a “wait a few days” situation.
Langtang, Gosaikunda & Tamang Heritage: Access Still Recovering
Here’s the thing most headlines get wrong about Langtang: the trail is fine. The problem is getting to it.
The August flood down the Bhote Koshi wrecked the road and the trailhead town of Syabrubesi – the spot every Langtang, Gosaikunda, and Tamang Heritage trek starts from. The walking route above Syabrubesi was never damaged.
So Langtang isn’t “destroyed,” but the normal drive-in is disrupted, and some operators are routing trekkers in on foot via Helambu instead – which adds days and changes the altitude profile. If you’re set on Langtang this autumn, it’s doable with the right plan, but confirm current road status with your agency before you book flights. Don’t trust an old blog or map for this one.
Annapurna Region: Trekking Normally, Roads a Bit Rough
Good news here – Annapurna is running, and tourist numbers on the Annapurna Circuit are actually climbing. The trails are open.
The catch is the roads. A few access routes are limited to one-way traffic after monsoon landslides: Beni – Jomsom (lower Mustang side), Besisahar – Khangsar (the Circuit road in Manang), and the Kaligandaki Corridor. None of this stops the trek – it just means your drive in or out might be slower, or your operator may fly you Kathmandu – Pokhara instead of driving. Worth asking about when you book.
What About Tibet?
If your plan included the overland route to Tibet (Rasuwagadhi – Kerung border): that’s closed. The August flood destroyed the bridge and customs infrastructure on both sides, and it’s not passable. Tibet trips are going by air for now.
So – Is It Safe to Trek in Nepal This Autumn?
For most people, on most routes, yes. October is peak trekking season for a reason – and clear weather is forecast for the days ahead.
The honest rule this year: pick your region with the floods in mind. Everest and Annapurna are solid. Manaslu is out for now. Langtang needs a conversation about access before you commit.
If you’re not sure which trek fits your dates and the current conditions, that’s exactly the kind of thing we sort out for people every day – message us and we’ll give you the straight answer for your specific trip.