Nepal’s monsoon season has brought a fresh wave of floods, landslides and road disruptions, raising concerns among tourists planning trips to the Himalayan country. While Nepal remains open to visitors, the current conditions have made road travel and trekking more challenging, with several routes affected by landslides and flooding.
Nepal’s monsoon toll remains high
Nepal has witnessed a severe monsoon season this year. Government disaster data shows that more than 250 people died in over 5,000 disaster incidents across the country between mid-April and late August 2026, with landslides among the leading causes.
Nepal Police figures put the monsoon-related death toll since April at 85, including nearly three dozen deaths from landslides and 19 from floods. Authorities have warned that the threat of further flooding and landslides remains high as rains continue.
Several major roads disrupted
For travellers, the biggest concern is road connectivity. Landslides, mudflows and road collapses have disrupted several major highways and mountain routes.
The Mechi Highway at Rajduwali in Ilam is completely blocked following a severe mudslide, while the Arniko Highway in Sindhupalchok remains closed at Iku and Liping.
The BP Highway between Khurkot, Nepalthok and Katunje Besi is open only during daylight hours. Movement on Kanti Lokpath in Makwanpur is restricted between 5 pm and 5 am.
The Pasang Lhamu Highway at Khalte has also become effectively impassable after the Trishuli River eroded part of the road.
Other affected routes include the Bheri Corridor, Koshi Highway, Besishahar–Manang Road and Beni–Jomsom Road.
Authorities have advised travellers and transport operators to check road conditions before starting their journey. Real-time updates are available through Nepal Police at 100 or the toll-free number 16600141516.
What tourists should keep in mind
Kathmandu and Pokhara, two of Nepal’s major tourist centres, continue to function. The broader security situation has also stabilised compared with last year, with the US lowering its travel advisory for Nepal to Level 2, "exercise increased caution", in April.
However, the monsoon remains a major travel concern. Tourists travelling by road may encounter sudden closures, restricted timings and damaged routes. Trekking and mountain roads can also become unsafe or inaccessible with little warning.
For anyone travelling during this period, checking local conditions before setting out is particularly important.