For those parks located in the mountain regions additional trekking permits are also required. It is possible to stay in some of the parks, either in lodges or camp grounds and to participate in organized treks, hikes or elephant rides with knowledgeable guides. Some parks are wilderness areas that should only be visited as part of organized trekking trips and expeditions. The Himalayas offer many challenges, some of which may be attempted by novices, others should only be undertaken with a well prepared team of expedition guides. However, sadly many trekkers have left their mark on this once pristine area .
Religious festivals are part of the way of life in Nepal.
There is always something going on somewhere, some festivals lasting over a few days, others over an entire month. Commonly they fall on or around the new and full moons throughout the year. For more details on specific events, check out the event calendar . Due to the great topographic range of this amazingly diverse country it is difficult to generalize weather patterns. However, it should be noted that the highest amount of rainfall occurs during the monsoon season, between June and September.