Thinking of trekking in Nepal this February? Clear skies, crisp mountain views, fewer crowds, and a real sense of wilderness make February an excellent — if chilly — month to explore the Annapurna, Langtang, Manaslu, or lower Everest approaches. Himalayan Adventure Intl Treks gives a full, suggested itinerary, full package example cost, and a detailed line-item of guide + porter fees, permit fees, food & lodge budgets, transportation costs, and the February weather you’ll face — one by one — so you can budget and plan with confidence. 

Why February? Pros & cons in one short scoop

Pros

• Superb visibility: clear mountain views after winter storms subside.

• Fewer trekkers: quieter trails and teahouses; better photo opportunities.

• Off-peak prices on some services and easier permit availability for restricted areas.

Cons

• Cold at altitude — expect sub-zero nights above ~3,000 m and possible snowfall on higher passes.

• Some high passes (e.g., Thorong La, Larkya La) may be closed or technical due to snow; route flexibility is needed.

• Shorter daylight and limited teahouse heating in remote areas.

(Weather specifics for February and how that affects gear and itinerary are detailed in the Weather section below.) 

About Himalayan Adventure Intl Treks

Himalayan Adventure Intl Treks & Expedition Pvt. Ltd. is an established Nepali trekking operator offering customizable packages across Nepal’s main trekking regions. Their advertised group-join packages typically range between USD $800–$1,500 depending on region, duration, and services included — we use that range as a baseline and then show a fully itemized example package for February treks below. 

Quick glossary (terms used in the cost breakdown)

• Package price — what you pay the company for the itinerary, including their service fee, guide, some logistics, and usually accommodation/food in teahouses on trek (depending on package).

• Guide fee — daily salary paid to your licensed Nepali guide (doesn’t normally include their meals/accommodation unless stated).

• Porter fee — daily fee per porter to carry luggage.

• Permits — government conservation fees and administrative permits (TIMS, ACAP, Annapurna, Langtang, Sagarmatha, restricted area permits).

• Food & lodge — daily expense for your meals and teahouse room while trekking (can be included in some full-board packages).

• Transportation — domestic flights, tourist bus, jeep transfers to/from trailheads.

Example: Full 12-day Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) Package for February — Itemized

To make things practical, here’s a detailed illustrative package for a 12-day Annapurna Base Camp trek in February sold by Himalayan Adventure Intl Treks. The figures are realistic for 2025 and combine published company package ranges with current market rates (guides, porters, permits, food/lodging, and transportation). This is an example — Himalayan Adventure Intl Treks will customize prices per group size and exact itinerary. 

Total illustrative package price (per person, twin share): USD 1,250
(Breakdown below — agency fee + pass-through costs + local supplier fees.)

Core package base (what you pay the company)

Himalayan Adventure Intl Treks handling & profit fee: USD 350

• Includes trip design, booking teahouses, airport pick-up/drop-off, leader logistics, local taxes, emergency support, and company overhead. (Agency fees vary; this is a sample within the company’s published range.) 

Guide & porter (recommended & required since solo trekking is restricted)

Licensed guide: USD 30 / day × 12 days = USD 360

• Professional Nepali guides commonly charge about USD 25–35/day for standard routes; February rates are similar, and many agencies include the guide’s salary in the package or pass it through. The daily rate does not normally include guide meals and accommodation; the company covers/arranges those while on trek.

Porter (optional but recommended): USD 20 / day × 12 days = USD 240

• Porters typically cost USD 18–25/day depending on ability to carry loads and remoteness. For comfort and local employment, we recommend one porter per 1–2 trekkers.

Subtotal (guide + porter): USD 600

Permits and official fees

• ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Permit): NPR 3,000 ≈ USD 23

• TIMS / Trekkers’ Information Management System: approx USD 20–30 (many sources list USD 20–30 for foreign trekkers; exact fee and TIMS policy updates can occur).

• Total permits estimate: USD 45–55 (we’ll use USD 50 in the final math). 

Food & lodge (teahouse) while trekking

• Average per person per day: USD 12–20 for a meal + dorm-style twin room ~USD 5–10/night in lower teahouses, rising in remote areas and at base camp.

Conservative budget for February (12 days): USD 20/day × 12 = USD 240

• Many full “package” trips include breakfasts and dinners on trek; if not included, budget USD 15–25/day depending on menu choices and hot water/charging fees. 

Transportation (Kathmandu ↔ trailhead & domestic flights)

Kathmandu → Pokhara (tourist bus or private car): approx USD 8–80

• Tourist buses range from USD 6–20 depending on class; private jeeps or cars can be USD 100–250 for a group. If the itinerary requires a domestic flight (e.g., to Jomsom/Lukla), prices rise substantially. For ABC, most groups take Kathmandu → Pokhara by tourist bus or flight. 

• Pokhara ↔ trailhead (drive/jeep): approx USD 10–30 per person (shared jeep).

• We’ll budget (round-trip transport): USD 40 for bus/jeep combo (if you select internal flights, expect USD 60–150+ additional). 

Miscellaneous (tips, hot shower, Wi-Fi, charging)

• Tipping (guide & porter at trip end): A typical tip is USD 8–12/day, to be split between the guide & porter on a multi-person trek. For our 12-day example, we recommend a total of USD 120–150 per group member (split appropriately).

• Extras (hot showers, battery charging, snacks, alcohol): Budget USD 40–80 for the trek.

Final example math (per person, twin share) — 12-day ABC, February

• Core company fee: USD 350

• Guide + porter: USD 600

• Permits: USD 50

• Food & lodge on trek: USD 240

• Transportation (Kathmandu–Pokhara–trailhead roundtrip): USD 40

• Miscellaneous & tips (recommended buffer): USD 120

Total (example): USD 1,400 per person

Note: This sample falls inside the company advertising range when you factor variations; many travelers will see a final package between USD 1,000–1,600 depending on group size, inclusion of domestic flights, and whether the company provides meals on trek. Himalayan Adventure Intl Treks publishes group prices typically in the USD 800–1,500 window for many itineraries; the example above assumes a higher-service (guide + porter + comfortable teahouses) February departure. 

Costs explained one by one (detailed)

Full package cost — what you actually pay the operator

A full package can be structured in multiple ways:

• “Basic” package (company handles permits, guide, some logistics; you pay for food/lodges on trek): often USD 800–1,100 for shorter treks.

• “Full-board” package (company includes guide, porter, all meals on trek, accommodation & internal transport): typically USD 1,100–1,800, depending on length and region (Annapurna vs Everest vs remote restricted permits).
  Himalayan Adventure Intl Treks lists group join prices and customizable options within this range. Always request a precise inclusions list — whether domestic flights are included, if tips/insurance are extra, and whether hot showers or Wi-Fi charges are covered. 

Guide cost

• Expect USD 25–35 / day for licensed trekking guides on common routes (Annapurna, Langtang, lower Everest). Guides for technical/remote areas (e.g., Dolpo, Mustang, high-season Manaslu with restricted permits) command higher fees, USD 35–70/day. Guides' cost is often shown as a per-day rate and may be included in a package. 

Porter cost

• Typical porter fees: USD 18–25 / day. Porters carry ~20–25 kg; porter-guides (who can lead and carry) are slightly more expensive. Hiring one porter per 1–2 trekkers is common practice. Porter wages, their insurance, and accommodation are your responsibility if hired directly — many operators bundle them. 

Permit cost (region by region)

Important permits you’ll likely need:

• TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management System): roughly USD 20–30 (policies and fees occasionally updated).

• ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Permit): NPR 3,000 ≈ USD 23 for foreign nationals.

• Langtang Conservation Area Permit / Lamtang fees: similar range (check region).

• Restricted areas (Mustang, Manaslu, Upper Dolpo): can be USD 70–100+ per week, depending on area and nationality.
  Always confirm current permit fees before booking (local authorities update fees periodically). 

Food & lodge cost on trek

• Budget: USD 10–15/day (simple meals, budget teahouses).

• Comfort: USD 18–30/day (hot meals, better rooms, hot showers extra).

• Notes for February: heating fuel is scarcer and operators may add small surcharges for hot water or thicker blankets; tea/coffee and simple meals remain available, but expect slightly higher charges in very remote or high-altitude tea houses. 

Transportation cost

• Kathmandu–Pokhara: tourist bus USD 6–20; deluxe tourist bus USD 15–30; domestic flights USD 105–120 one way, depending on carrier and seat availability.

• Kathmandu–Lukla flight: Lukla flights are region-specific and can be USD 150–250 one way (seasonal variations, cancellations possible in winter).

• Jeep transfers to remote trailheads: USD 25–100 per vehicle (split across passengers). 

Tipping, insurance, and contingency

• Tipping: Plan USD 8–15 per day per group member as a guideline for guide/porter tipping pools; most groups collect tips and split them fairly.

• Travel & rescue insurance: strongly recommended; premiums depend on age, duration, and coverage (make sure it covers high-altitude rescue and helicopter evacuation).

• Contingency buffer: at least 10% of the trip cost for unexpected flight changes, extra accommodation, or different route requirements.

Weather in February — what to expect (region by region)

February sits in Nepal’s late winter / early pre-spring window. The big picture:

• Low-altitude & Kathmandu valley: cool daytime temps (5–20 °C), chilly nights; mornings crisp and clear.

• Annapurna / Manang / Mustang approaches (~2,000–3,500 m): daytime temps are comfortable when the sun shines (up to 10–15 °C), but nights can drop well below freezing. Expect snow at higher elevations or after storms.

• Higher passes (Thorong La 5,416 m, Larkya La 5,106 m): very cold; passes may be snowbound and require crampons/ice axes; some passes are not recommended in February due to avalanche risk or deep snow.

• Visibility: Generally good after high-pressure systems move in — excellent mountain panoramas on clear days. But be prepared for sudden winter storms and icy trail sections. 

Practical February packing & safety tips:

• Warm sleeping bag rated to at least -15°C to -20°C for higher altitudes.

• Insulated down jacket, layered clothes, waterproof shell, warm gloves and hat, gaiters, and crampons if your trek crosses high snowfields.

• Traction devices (microspikes) help on icy trails; for technical passes, agencies bring ropes and ice gear.

• Book flexible itineraries: in February, itineraries that avoid the highest passes (e.g., ABC, Mardi Himal, Ghorepani Poon Hill, lower parts of Langtang) are safer and more reliable.

Region-by-region quick guide (what February best suits)

• Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) — excellent choice: lower altitude than some high passes, relatively accessible, and teahouses usually open in winter. 

• Ghorepani – Poon Hill — ideal short trek for views without huge altitude exposure.

• Mardi Himal — quieter; good winter option.

• Langtang Valley — possible but watch for avalanche risks in higher parts; local conditions matter.

• Everest Base Camp (EBC) — feasible but very cold; flights to Lukla are weather-dependent in winter, and cancellations are more likely.

• Manaslu / Restricted regions — February is colder, and access can be limited; permits and local conditions make autumn and spring preferable.

Booking & negotiation tips (save money, support locals)

• Book a group-join departure if you travel solo — group-join trips by Himalayan Adventure Intl Treks often bring down per-person costs. 

• Ask for a detailed inclusions list — confirm whether the package includes guide & porter salaries, their meals, permits, domestic transport, and teahouse meals.

• Negotiate porter ratios and rooming — one porter per two trekkers is standard; single rooms in teahouses cost more.

• Support fair wages — always confirm that guides and porters will be paid fairly (you’re in a position to ensure safe livelihoods for local staff). 

Safety & health notes for February treks

• Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS): still a risk. Even in February, ascend slowly, hydrate, and communicate symptoms to your guide.

• Hypothermia & frostbite: real hazards — ensure proper gear and keep extremities covered at night.

• Weather cancellations: winter flights (Lukla) are more likely to be canceled; always keep a day or two buffer for schedule changes.

• Solo trekking policy: Nepal’s regulations require trekkers to be accompanied by a licensed guide in most areas (policies tightened in recent years) — plan accordingly and book a guide through your operator. 

Quick Answers

Will teahouses be open in February?
Many teahouses on popular routes (ABC, Poon Hill, parts of Langtang) remain open in winter; however, choices are more limited the higher and more remote you go. Expect fewer amenities and intermittent heating. 

How much should I tip my guide/porter?
A common guideline is USD 8–15 per trekker per day, total to be pooled; on a 12-day trek, aim to tip USD 100–180 split between the guide and porter, depending on service and group size.

Is travel insurance required?
Most reputable operators require proof of travel & rescue insurance that covers high-altitude trekking and helicopter evacuation. Make sure your policy covers the highest altitude you’ll reach.

Final checklist & next steps (book with confidence)

• Decide your region (ABC is a great February option).

• Choose service level: basic (cheaper) vs full-board (comfort).

• Request a custom quote from Himalayan Adventure Intl Treks, including an itemized list (agency fee, guide, porter, permits, transport, food/lodges). Their website lists sample package ranges and fixed-departure group options — ask them to produce a written quotation for your exact travel dates.

• Confirm what’s included: domestic flights, hotels in Kathmandu/Pokhara, guide & porter wages, permit fees, and emergency evacuation procedures.

Sources & further reading (selected)

• Himalayan Adventure Intl Treks — official company pages (package ranges & destinations). 

• Guide & porter daily rates — industry overview & recent posts. 

• Trekking permits & fees (TIMS, ACAP, restricted regions) — updated permit guides. 

• Transportation costs (Kathmandu ↔ Pokhara, buses & flights). 

• February weather and trek-season notes. 

Ready to book?

If you want, I can now:

• Produce a customized 10–14 day February itinerary (ABC, Langtang or Everest approach) with daily altitude profile and day-by-day plan and a fully itemized quote in USD/NPR that you can send to Himalayan Adventure Intl Treks — I’ll base it on the exact service level (basic vs full board), group size, and whether you want domestic flights included.

• Or draft an email/quote request template you can send to Himalayan Adventure Intl Treks to get an exact written price and availability for February departures.