Everest Base Camp Trek in October

October fills up faster than any other month on our Everest Base Camp booking calendar, and there's a simple reason for it: the weather actually delivers what the photos promise. Skies clear after the monsoon, the peaks stand out sharp against a deep blue background, and the trail is dry from Lukla all the way to Kala Patthar. It's not a secret — which is exactly why it's also the busiest month in the Khumbu.

This guide covers everything you need to plan an October trek with your eyes open: real temperature ranges village by village, how early versus late October actually differ, what the crowds mean in practice, how Nepal's biggest festival season affects logistics this year, and what to pack for a month that's warm at midday and genuinely cold before sunrise.

Quick Answer: Is October the Best Month for Everest Base Camp?

Yes — October is the single most reliable month of the year for weather, visibility, and trail conditions on the Everest Base Camp trek. Our internal rating: 9.5/10. The half-point we hold back is entirely about crowd management, not weather risk — you'll want to book teahouses, flights, and your guide well ahead of time, and accept a busier trail and dining room than you'd find in a shoulder month.

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Why Trek Everest Base Camp in October

Stable weather. October sits squarely in the post-monsoon window, after the rains clear and before winter's cold fully sets in. Rain days are rare, and when precipitation does occur it's usually a brief afternoon shower rather than a multi-day system.

The clearest mountain views of the year. The monsoon washes dust and haze out of the atmosphere, and the winter jet-stream turbulence that can cloud peaks in December–February hasn't arrived yet. This combination is why the vast majority of the postcard-perfect Everest photographs you've seen were taken in October or November.

Dry, stable trails. No mud, no leeches, minimal landslide risk in the lower forested sections — the trail conditions that make trekking genuinely unpleasant in the monsoon months simply aren't a factor.

Comfortable daytime temperatures. You'll trek in a base layer and a light fleece through most of the day at lower altitudes, only adding real insulation once the sun drops or you climb above Dingboche.

A vibrant, social trekking atmosphere. Teahouses are full, dining rooms buzz in the evening, and you'll meet trekkers from all over the world at every stop. For some people this is the appeal; for others it's the trade-off — see the crowds section below.

Exceptional photography conditions. Clear skies, crisp air, and — this year — the added bonus of Tengboche's Mani Rimdu festival falling inside the month if your dates align.

Weather in October: Village by Village

Temperatures drop steadily as you gain altitude and as the month progresses from early to late October. These are typical ranges based on multi-year averages — exact days vary, and your guide will always have the most current read on conditions.

Dingboche's official long-term climate average puts the October daily mean at roughly 1.8°C with a mean daily maximum near 8.9°C — broadly consistent with the ranges above, and a useful anchor point since it's one of the few Khumbu villages with published long-run climate data.

How conditions shift through the month: early October can still carry a trailing edge of monsoon humidity and the occasional afternoon shower, especially in the first week. By mid-October the air is reliably dry and skies are at their clearest. Late October brings the first real bite of pre-winter cold, particularly at night above Dingboche, and occasional early snow is possible at the highest points — though it rarely disrupts trekking.

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Early vs. Mid vs. Late October

Who suits which window: early October suits trekkers who want slightly thinner crowds and don't mind a touch more humidity. Mid-October is the sweet spot for weather but the single busiest stretch, compounded this year by Dashain travel. Late October offers the clearest skies of the month and, in 2026, the rare chance to be near Tengboche during Mani Rimdu — at the cost of colder nights and the tightest teahouse availability of the year.

Mountain Visibility in October

Mornings are the reliable window. Cloud builds through the Khumbu valleys from late morning onward, meaning the clearest views of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Ama Dablam come before roughly 10–11 AM most days. This is exactly why the Kala Patthar sunrise climb and the early-morning viewpoint hikes (Hotel Everest View, Nangkartsang Hill) are scheduled at dawn — not for tradition, but because that's genuinely when the sky is clearest.

Afternoons often bring a build-up of cloud around the highest peaks, sometimes clearing again briefly toward sunset for a second, shorter photography window. Night skies in October are exceptional for stargazing — low humidity and minimal light pollution above Dingboche make for some of the best amateur astrophotography conditions on the route, Milky Way included on clear, moonless nights.

Trail Conditions in October

The trail is at its best this month: dry, firm, and free of the mud that defines the monsoon season. The main practical annoyance is dust on the busier, more heavily trafficked lower sections (Lukla to Namche) during dry, windy stretches — a buff or bandana over the nose and mouth handles this easily.

River crossings and suspension bridges present no additional risk this month; water levels are receding from monsoon highs rather than rising. The one seasonal caveat is late October, when an early cold snap can bring light snow to the highest sections (Lobuche to Kala Patthar) — rarely enough to require crampons, but worth checking current trail reports with your guide if you're trekking in the last week of the month.

Lukla Flights in October

October is peak demand for Lukla flights, and Kathmandu's domestic terminal gets genuinely congested. Expect one of two realities depending on your exact dates:

Direct Kathmandu–Lukla flights, when congestion allows, run the standard 30–35 minute route in the early morning window before cloud builds.

Manthali (Ramechhap) diversions are common during peak October weeks. When this applies, expect a hotel pickup around 1:00 AM, a 4–5 hour road transfer to Ramechhap, and a shorter flight into Lukla from there. This isn't a sign of anything going wrong — it's routine peak-season traffic management, and your guide handles all of the logistics.

Booking recommendation: book your trek (and by extension your flights) at least 2–3 months ahead for an October departure; earlier if your travel dates are fixed around a specific window like Dashain or Mani Rimdu, since flight and teahouse capacity both tighten fastest in the two weeks around October 15–28.

Helicopter alternatives exist if you need to guarantee a return date around an international flight — at meaningfully higher cost, but worth discussing with your guide if your schedule has no flexibility.

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Crowds in October

This is peak season, alongside November, and it's worth planning around honestly rather than pretending otherwise.

• Teahouses fill up, especially in Namche, Tengboche, and Dingboche during the second half of the month. Rooms booked ahead through a registered agency are rarely an issue; showing up unannounced in peak week is a real gamble.
• Popular viewpoints — Kala Patthar at sunrise, the Hotel Everest View terrace — see meaningfully more people in October than in shoulder months. The view is unaffected; the solitude is not what you'd get in, say, early December.
• Trail congestion is mostly a non-issue on the walking sections themselves — the trail is wide enough and trekkers naturally spread out — but you will notice more foot traffic at bottlenecks like the Hillary Bridge and around Lukla itself.
• How to soften it: an early start each morning gets you to viewpoints and teahouses ahead of the day's bulk of trekkers, and a 16-day itinerary with an extra buffer day gives you flexibility if a particular teahouse is genuinely full.

The honest trade-off: October's crowd level is the cost of its weather reliability. If solitude matters more to you than clear-sky odds, consider late November or early March instead — both offer thinner crowds with a modest step down in visibility reliability.

Choosing the right season can make your trek unforgettable. Check our Everest Base Camp Trek Season Guide before planning your journey.

Accommodation in October

Book ahead — this is the one piece of October-specific advice we'd underline twice. Teahouses along the busier stretch of the route (Namche through Dingboche especially) can fill entirely during the second and third weeks of October, particularly with Mani Rimdu drawing extra visitors to Tengboche in the festival's final week.

Room standards don't change with the season — twin-sharing teahouse rooms, attached bathrooms and hot showers at lower villages, shared facilities and paid showers higher up — but dining halls are noticeably livelier in October, with wood stoves going most evenings and a genuinely social atmosphere among trekkers comparing notes on the day's walk.

Food in October

Standard teahouse fare applies — dal bhat, noodle soups, momos, pasta, porridge, and eggs, with the widest menu selection in Namche Bazaar and simpler options above Dingboche. October's post-monsoon harvest means fresher vegetables are more available at lower-altitude teahouses than during the dry pre-monsoon spring months, though this advantage fades the higher you climb. Hygiene practices don't change with season — stick to fully cooked, hot food and treated water throughout.

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Does October Affect Trek Difficulty?

Not fundamentally — the trek's core difficulty (altitude, daily walking hours, terrain) is identical year-round. What October changes is the margin for error: stable weather means fewer forced rest days from storms, but the cold mornings above Dingboche and the genuinely busy trail both take a small amount of extra planning. Overall, October is considered one of the two or three easiest months to manage logistically, even though the physical demands of the trek itself don't change. 

Altitude Sickness: October's Good Weather Doesn't Change the Risk

This is worth stating plainly: clear skies and dry trails have no bearing on how your body handles reduced oxygen at altitude. Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) is caused by ascending faster than your body can adapt — a purely physiological process that stable October weather does nothing to prevent.

The same rules apply in October as in any other month:

• Follow a gradual ascent profile, with acclimatization days at Namche (Day 4) and Dingboche (Day 7) on the standard 14-day itinerary.
• Drink 3–4 litres of water daily; avoid alcohol above 3,000 m.
• Recognize early warning signs — persistent headache, nausea, unusual fatigue, disturbed sleep — and report them to your guide immediately rather than pushing through.
• Consider Diamox (acetazolamide) under medical guidance, particularly on faster itineraries.

Good weather can create a false sense of security — it's tempting to feel invincible under a perfect blue sky at 4,000 m. The itinerary's pacing matters exactly as much in October as it does in a rainy July.

Photography in October

October is, without much competition, the best month of the year for Everest region photography.

• Golden morning light hits the peaks cleanly most days before cloud builds, your best window between sunrise and mid-morning.
• Night sky and Milky Way photography are genuinely excellent above Dingboche, where low humidity and minimal ambient light combine with thin, clear air — a tripod and a wide-aperture lens are worth the extra pack weight if this interests you.
• Snow-capped peaks against deep blue sky are closer to guaranteed in October than in any other month.
• Autumn colour at lower elevations (Phakding to Namche) adds warm tones to the forest sections that spring and monsoon treks don't offer.

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Festivals During October 2026

Two major cultural events fall inside or near this year's October trekking window, and both are worth planning around rather than being surprised by.

Dashain (11–21 October 2026, with informal celebrations continuing toward Kojagrat Purnima October 25). Nepal's longest and most important festival sees millions of Nepalis travel home to celebrate with family — this includes trekking staff, so expect some porters and support crew to prioritize family time around the festival's peak days (roughly the 7th through 10th day, and Vijaya Dashami itself on October 21). Reputable agencies plan staffing around this well in advance, but it's worth confirming your specific departure dates account for it if you're booking close to mid-October. Kathmandu itself is quieter during Dashain, with many shops closed in the capital even as the mountains stay fully operational for trekking.

Mani Rimdu at Tengboche Monastery (public celebration days expected around 26–28 October 2026, dates confirmed closer to the event via the Tibetan lunar calendar). This 19-day ritual cycle — of which only the final three days are open to the public — features masked Cham dances, a sand mandala, and fire rituals at one of the Khumbu's most significant monasteries. If your itinerary happens to place you in Tengboche during these dates, it's a genuine cultural highlight; it also means teahouse capacity in Tengboche (and to a lesser extent Namche and Dingboche) tightens further than usual, so this is the single best reason to book several months ahead for a late-October departure.

Advantages of Trekking in October

• The most reliable clear-sky window of the year
• Dry, stable trail conditions throughout the route
• Comfortable daytime trekking temperatures at lower altitudes
• Exceptional photography, including night sky and Milky Way opportunities
• A lively, social trekking atmosphere with trekkers from around the world
• Genuine chance to witness Mani Rimdu at Tengboche in 2026
• Lower rainfall and near-zero landslide risk compared to monsoon months
• Autumn colour in the lower forest sections

Disadvantages of Trekking in October

• The busiest month of the year alongside November — expect company on the trail and in teahouses
• Advance booking is essential, not optional, for flights and accommodation
• Kathmandu–Lukla flights are more prone to Manthali diversions due to congestion
• Some staffing flex needed around Dashain's peak days if your dates overlap
• Nights above Dingboche are genuinely cold, requiring proper gear rather than minimal packing
• Slightly higher demand can mean less flexibility if your plans need to shift last-minute

October vs. Other Months

In short: October and November are close competitors for "best month," with October offering marginally milder temperatures and November offering marginally thinner very-late-month crowds. September is a solid, slightly quieter alternative if you can trek in the back half of the month once monsoon clears. April and May trade October's crisp autumn air for rhododendron blooms and warmer daytime temperatures, at the cost of some pre-monsoon haze by late May.

Who Should Trek Everest Base Camp in October?

Beginners: Yes — October's stable weather removes one major variable, letting first-timers focus on pacing and acclimatization rather than storm-driven itinerary changes.

Families: Workable with older children and a longer, slower itinerary; the crowded trail and full teahouses are worth weighing against a quieter month if traveling with younger kids.

Solo travelers: Excellent month for solo trekkers — the social teahouse atmosphere at its peak makes it easy to meet other trekkers along the route.

Couples: A strong choice, particularly for the clear-sky photography opportunities, though privacy in teahouses is more limited during the busiest weeks.

Senior trekkers: Well suited, provided a realistic, longer itinerary is chosen — the stable weather reduces one source of physical stress, though cold mornings above Dingboche still require proper preparation.

Photographers: The single best month of the year for this trek, full stop.

First-time visitors to Nepal: A strong pick — October's clear skies mean your first Himalayan views are very likely to be the ones you came for.

Cost: Does October Affect Everest Base Camp Trek Pricing?

Trek package pricing itself doesn't change by season with most reputable agencies — our own EBC departures run the same per-person rate whether you book for October or February. What does shift with October's peak demand:

• Flights — both international flights into Kathmandu and, occasionally, Lukla helicopter charter rates — can carry a modest peak-season premium.
• Independent accommodation in Kathmandu (if you're extending your stay) sees higher demand and pricing during October.
• Porter and guide availability is tightest in peak weeks, which is a scheduling consideration more than a cost one if you book through an established agency — though last-minute, unplanned bookings in mid-October can command a premium from smaller operators scrambling for staff.

The trek itself — permits, teahouse lodging, meals, guide fees — holds steady; it's the surrounding travel logistics where October's popularity shows up in the numbers.

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Expert Tips for an October EBC Trek

1. Book your trek at least 2–3 months ahead — 3–4 months if your dates fall in the October 11–28 window.
2. Layer for a 20–30°C daily temperature swing, not just the daytime forecast.
3. Start each day's walk early — the clearest mountain views come before mid-morning cloud builds.
4. Carry a buff or bandana for dust on the busier lower sections.
5. Pack a proper -15°C-rated sleeping bag; teahouses above Dingboche are unheated at night regardless of how mild the days feel.
6. If Mani Rimdu dates align with your itinerary, build in flexibility — Tengboche accommodation tightens fast around the festival.
7. Confirm your travel insurance covers helicopter evacuation to at least 6,000 m before departure, independent of season.
8. Expect — and plan for — a possible Manthali flight diversion if your dates fall in peak October weeks.
9. Bring a tripod if night sky photography interests you; October's clear, dry air is genuinely excellent for it.
10. Don't let clear skies tempt you into rushing the itinerary — altitude risk is identical regardless of weather.
11. Withdraw sufficient cash in Namche; ATMs become unreliable above it, and October's crowds mean higher demand on the ones that work.
12. Pack SPF 50+ sunscreen and reapply often — October's clear skies mean stronger UV exposure than hazier months.
13. Bring liner gloves under heavyweight gloves for the pre-dawn Kala Patthar climb.
14. If trekking during Dashain's peak days, confirm your specific crew's availability directly with your agency in advance.
15. Choose a 14–16 day itinerary rather than a compressed 10–12 day version — the acclimatization math matters as much in perfect weather as in any other month.
16. Expect busier dining halls in the evening — bring a book, cards, or downloaded entertainment for the (shorter) wait for dinner during peak weeks.
17. If solitude matters more to you than weather certainty, consider late November or early March instead.
18. Buy or top up a Nepali SIM in Thamel before departure — connectivity is genuinely useful even if patchy on the trail.
19. Break in your boots on training hikes well before October, not on the trail.
20. Reserve teahouse rooms through your agency rather than assuming walk-in availability during peak weeks.
21. Bring a headlamp with spare batteries — cold drains battery life faster than expected, especially for pre-dawn starts.
22. If you want a quieter version of October's weather, consider trekking the first week of the month before the Dashain travel surge.
23. Keep a flexible buffer day at the end of your itinerary for Lukla return-flight delays, which remain possible even in October's generally reliable window.
24. Respect monastery photography etiquette if your dates overlap Mani Rimdu — ask before photographing ceremonies.
25. Pack a lightweight down vest or extra mid-layer for Tengboche and Dingboche evenings — the exposed, open terrain there feels colder than the thermometer suggests.
26. Trust your guide's read on current trail and weather conditions over general seasonal averages — conditions can vary meaningfully year to year even within a historically reliable month.

Common Mistakes Trekkers Make in October

1. Assuming great weather means less need for acclimatization days — altitude risk is unchanged by weather.
2. Booking flights or teahouses less than a month ahead — October fills up faster than any other month.
3. Packing for daytime temperatures only — the day/night swing above 3,500 m is severe.
4. Underestimating pre-dawn Kala Patthar cold — -15°C to -20°C surprises even prepared trekkers.
5. Not accounting for Dashain's effect on trekking-crew availability if booking close to mid-October.
6. Skipping sunscreen because it "doesn't feel that sunny" — high-altitude UV is intense regardless of temperature.
7. Assuming a direct Kathmandu–Lukla flight is guaranteed — Manthali diversions are common in peak weeks.
8. Rushing to beat the crowds — pushing pace to avoid busy teahouses increases altitude risk far more than it saves time.
9. Not booking a buffer day after the Lukla return flight — delays remain possible even in a reliable month.
10. Bringing a 3-season rather than 4-season sleeping bag — teahouses above Dingboche are colder overnight than daytime conditions suggest.
11. Ignoring dust on the lower trail sections — a minor but avoidable discomfort with a simple buff.
12. Overpacking camera gear without extra batteries — cold drains batteries fast, and charging costs rise with altitude.
13. Assuming solo trekking without a guide is an option — a licensed guide is legally required on this route year-round.
14. Not confirming insurance covers 6,000 m altitude and helicopter evacuation — a year-round essential, not an October-specific one, but easy to overlook amid festival planning.
15. Walking with headphones on busier trail sections — reduces awareness of yak trains and other trekkers at bottlenecks.
16. Underestimating how full Tengboche gets around Mani Rimdu — book significantly ahead if your dates overlap.
17. Choosing a compressed itinerary to "make the most of good weather" — the acclimatization schedule shouldn't flex based on forecast.
18. Not withdrawing enough cash in Namche — ATMs are less reliable above it, and October's crowds add pressure on working machines.
19. Assuming October pricing is discounted — it's peak season; if anything, ancillary costs (flights, extensions) trend upward.
20. Forgetting that afternoon cloud is normal even in a "clear" month — don't panic if Everest disappears by noon; it's the expected pattern, not a bad-weather sign.
21. Skipping travel insurance shopping because "the weather looks fine" — insurance covers altitude risk, not weather risk.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is October too crowded for Everest Base Camp? It's the busiest month of the year alongside November, but the trail itself accommodates the volume well. The main practical impact is needing to book teahouses and flights further ahead than in quieter months.

Does it snow in October at Everest Base Camp? Rarely, and mostly in the last week of the month at the highest elevations (Lobuche and above). Early October essentially never sees snow; late October occasionally does, without disrupting trekking.

Can beginners trek Everest Base Camp in October? Yes — October is considered one of the most beginner-friendly months precisely because stable weather removes a major source of itinerary disruption.

How cold are the nights in October? Roughly 0–2°C in Namche, dropping to -8°C to -12°C at Gorakshep, and as cold as -15°C to -20°C on the pre-dawn Kala Patthar climb.

Is October better than November for Everest Base Camp? Both are excellent. October is marginally milder; November is marginally colder but sees crowds ease slightly toward the back half of the month. Weather reliability is comparable between them.

Should I book teahouses in advance for October? Yes, strongly recommended — especially for the second half of the month, and especially in Tengboche if your dates overlap Mani Rimdu.

What is the best week in October for Everest Base Camp? Mid-October (roughly the 12th to 20th) offers the best balance of clear skies and stable temperatures, though it's also the busiest week of the year given the Dashain overlap. Late October offers similarly excellent weather with a slight edge in clarity, at the cost of colder nights.

Is travel insurance required for an October trek? Not legally mandated by Nepali law, but practically essential and required by most reputable agencies — confirm coverage for 6,000 m altitude and helicopter evacuation regardless of season.

Are Lukla flights reliable in October? Generally yes, though congestion at Kathmandu's domestic terminal during peak weeks often means flights are redirected through Manthali (Ramechhap) instead — a routine logistics adjustment, not a safety concern.

Does Dashain affect my October trek? Potentially the staffing side — some trekking crew prioritize returning home for the festival's peak days (October 11–21, 2026). Booking through an established agency well ahead of time avoids any disruption.

What is Mani Rimdu, and will I see it in October 2026? It's a significant Sherpa Buddhist festival at Tengboche Monastery; the 2026 public celebration days are expected around October 26–28. If your itinerary places you in Tengboche then, it's a genuine highlight — confirm exact dates closer to departure.

Is October good for photography? It's the best month of the year for this trek's photography, combining clear daytime skies with excellent night-sky conditions above Dingboche.

What should I pack that's specific to October? A 4-season sleeping bag, a proper heavyweight down jacket, and sun protection — October's daytime warmth and clear skies mean stronger UV exposure than many trekkers expect.

Is the trail muddy in October? No — October is dry throughout, one of its main advantages over the monsoon and early-September shoulder period.

How busy are teahouses in October? Very busy, particularly Namche, Tengboche, and Dingboche in the second half of the month. Advance booking through your agency largely solves this.

Is early October or late October better? Early October can carry slightly more residual monsoon humidity and marginally thinner crowds; late October offers the clearest skies of the month but colder nights and, in 2026, the Mani Rimdu crowd bump at Tengboche.

Does altitude sickness risk change in October? No. AMS risk is driven by ascent rate, not weather or season — good visibility has no bearing on how your body adapts to reduced oxygen.

Is a guide required for Everest Base Camp in October? Yes — a licensed guide has been legally required for foreign trekkers on this route since April 2023, year-round, regardless of season.

What's the coldest point on an October EBC trek? The pre-dawn Kala Patthar climb, where temperatures commonly sit between -15°C and -20°C before sunrise.

Can I see Everest clearly from Base Camp itself in October? No — Everest's own summit isn't visible from Base Camp regardless of season, due to the mountain's bulk blocking the sightline. Kala Patthar, visited the following morning, is where the clear October skies deliver the classic summit view.

Are there festivals other than Dashain and Mani Rimdu in October 2026? These are the two major events overlapping the month; smaller local observances occur throughout the Khumbu but don't affect trekking logistics.

Is helicopter return a good option in October? It's available and popular, particularly for trekkers wanting to guarantee a return date around a fixed international flight during the busiest booking weeks of the year.

How many days should an October EBC itinerary be? 14 days is the standard, well-tested itinerary; 16 days adds extra acclimatization buffer, which is worth considering for first-timers regardless of October's favorable weather.

Do I need microspikes in October? Optional — snow is rare and usually confined to the last week of the month at the highest elevations. Worth packing if you're trekking in the final week and want the extra margin.

Is Kathmandu quiet during Dashain? Yes — many shops and businesses close in the capital during the festival's peak days, even though trekking operations in the mountains continue as normal.

What's the biggest planning mistake for an October trek? Booking too late. Flights, teahouses, and guide availability all tighten fastest in the two weeks around mid-to-late October — plan 2–4 months ahead.

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Conclusion

October earns its reputation honestly: it's the most weather-reliable month of the year on the Everest Base Camp trail, with the clearest mountain views, the driest trails, and — in 2026 — a rare overlap with both Dashain and the Mani Rimdu festival at Tengboche. The trade-off is real too: this is peak season, and the crowds, booking pressure, and cold pre-dawn climbs all deserve honest planning rather than being glossed over.

If October's weather profile matches what you're looking for, our 14-day Everest Base Camp itinerary has the full route and cost breakdown, and our Everest Base Camp safety guide covers the altitude and acclimatization details that matter regardless of which month you choose. Get in touch early if you're set on an October date — this is the one month of the year where booking lead time genuinely determines which teahouses and flights are still available.