✓ In season — great time to go

Benog Tibba Trek in March

Weather, temperatures, packing and honest advice — from the team that runs this trail.

The quick answer

Yes — March is one of the best months for the Benog Tibba trek. It falls squarely in the trail's prime season (Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr). The trek runs 2 days from Mussoorie, Dehradun, reaching 7,500 ft at its highest point, and is graded Easy (1/5). The fee is ₹4,499 + 5% GST with permits, meals, camping and certified trek leaders included.

Weather & trail conditions in March

The snowline retreats through these weeks, so you often get the best of both worlds — snow patches up high and rhododendron blooms in the forest sections. Trails are firm and days are comfortably cool. On Benog Tibba, expect daytime temperatures around 15°C on the trail and roughly 0°C at the highest camps after dark in March.

March in the Himalayas

Daytime

~15°C

Night at camp

~0°C

Highest point

7,500 ft

Grade

Easy

What to pack for March

✓ Light thermal base layer for camp evenings
✓ Fleece plus a light padded jacket for early starts
✓ High-ankle trekking shoes — trails can hold old snow patches
✓ Cap, sunglasses and sunscreen for strong spring sun

Don't own the gear? Rent shoes, jackets and more on our rentals page — sanitised after every trek.

Booking notes for March

Holi week batches sell out first; the rest of the month usually has good availability. The best months for Benog Tibba are Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr.

Frequently asked

Is March a good time for the Benog Tibba trek?

Yes — March is one of the best months for the Benog Tibba trek. It falls squarely in the trail's prime season (Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr).