Helambu Trekking

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At a Glance
9 Days
Duration
Moderate
Trip Grade
Nepal
Country
3,650 m
Maximum Altitude
2 - 3
Group Size
Sundarijal
Starts
Sept - Nov and Mar - May
Best Time
Overview

Helambu Trekking is truly quiet and the perfect goal for a short trek in the Kingdom of Nepal. It's set to the north, a part of the capital of Nepal. Helambu Trekking is an incredibly far-acclaimed and past local village. On a "homestay" trek, you will find an incredibly direct stop that is shockingly closer to Nepal's capital. "Kathmandu," however, is an advancing area in Nepal. Trekking in Helambu is highly suitable for them. While not going on the mountain crest trek, you'll acknowledge and conjointly analyze the Sherpa people's lives and their society inexhaustibly. Nepal Helambu Trek isn't occupied like Annapurna and the mountain top way; however, the scene is prototypical mountain chain foothills with bunches of sensational ascents and falling plunges at intervals. Each week you might arrive and pass numerous mountains with elevated glades, colorful modest settlements, and Buddhist villages to enter, and the outlets of this trek are amazingly direct. You’ll take any transport to the outing reason and consumption reason by transport or particular.

Helambu Valley Trek stands generally at an elevation of 3640 meters. From the Tharepati, you've got amazing perspectives of Langtang, Ganesha mountain range extent, Dorjelakpa, Gaurisankar, and Mt. Shisapangma, and PanchPokhar can additionally be seen on charming greeneries and faunas with different fluctuates of sensible, unpracticed, despondency bush woodlands and the removed skyline of the frigid top. At the interim one-week trek in Helambu, you might study and gather the lifetime smoothness of the "Yolmo" society of high mountain villages, wonder about vistas of bereft high mountains, and watch excitedly since the ranchers work inside the fields. We tend to have jointly extraordinary bundle programs with all the required information and team, moreover.

Helambu Trek is a greatly direct and charming trek. You'll take a transport or individual transport from the capital of Nepal to Sundarijal, a gorgeous waterway with verities of greenery and bush woodland through Shivapuri. Then, a watershed natural life store climbing uphill strolling to Chisopani a couple of 194m from wherever you've got one around the astonishing perspectives of Langtang mountain chain ranges, Ganesha Himal, Annapurna mountain range extents and mountain crests or mountain chains go on the methods. We will see some Tamang villages too. Proceed uphill stroll to Kutumsang and Tharepati, its appalling consideration getting to structure snap in your Polaroid with unpracticed dejection and the best rustic zone overalls sees.

Tharepati is extra stupendous down the distance down to Melamcegaun and is extra clear and unadulterated Sherpa and Tamang villages. They're made and accepted with Buddhist order and Buddhist sanctuary even at Tarkeghyang, then outing downhill using Sermathan to Melamchi Bazaar is moreover an extra staggering and enjoyable walk. People around here are warm and agreeable. At that point, your Helambu Valley Trek is set to be over from Melamchi Bazaar, and we will repel to Kathmandu. The Helambu Circuit Short Trek either starts from Sundarijal Kathmandu or Melamchi Bazaar and visits rural villages with picturesque landscapes and dissimilar cultures and lifestyles. 

Nepal Mother House is a local organization of talented aides, guides, porters, and staff who will give careful consideration to every part and procurement matter all through this trek of the excursion. To boot, they require glorious regard for the blessed mountains and treat them legitimately, working properly on Helambu Circuit Trek. Let the local masters reveal to you the adventure of a time inside the Mountain Chains.

Highlights

  • 75 kilometers northeast of Kathmandu, the ancient city, is a short and easy trek.
  • Scenic grandeur and a pleasant climate with brilliant green valleys and misty rhododendron forests.
  • Snowy peaks and the color contrast of Hindu and Tibetan Buddhist cultures.
  • An ideal destination for short-haul visitors in Nepal is a cultural trip.
  • Buddhist monasteries and enchanting landscapes, as well as superb mountain views.
  • Picturesque Sherpa and Helmo settlements, friendly people, and unspoiled local traditions.
  • 45 minutes to 1 hour’s drive from Kathmandu to Sundarijal by local bus or private vehicles.
Day-to-day

Helambu Trekking Itinerary

Upon arrival at international airport, our waiting support team will meet and greet you at the airport assist and transfer to the Hotel. Trekking preparation and permit organize day. Please, check your insurance details and have a copy of your travel medical insurance policy with you.

Day Highlights

We drive from Kathmandu to Sundarijal on the northern edge of the Kathmandu valley for about an hour by private transport and then start to hike through the Shivpuri Watershed and Wildlife Reserve. The first settlement we will come to is the sprawling Tamang settlement Mulkharka. The trail continues on a gentle climb through the forests ridges before it drops down to Chisopani (cold water) (2,300m) situated on the ridge from where you can see countless snow peaks. The sunrise on the Himalaya, from Annapurna to Everest, is particularly outstanding from here. Stay overnight there.

Day Highlights

After breakfast the trail continues to drop down on and crosses meadows and fields to Pati Bhanjyang. Here are Brahman and Chhetri villages on a saddle at the bottom of the ridge at 1860 meter. Then the trail begins climbing up again on a series of steep switchbacks to Chipling (2170m) where we can stop for lunch. At the upper end of this village the trail leads us up another steep 200 meter climb on a stone staircase to the top of the Jhogin Danda ridge. From this ridge the trail descends through forest to a large Chorten (round Buddhist monument) overlooking the Tamang village of Gul Bhanjyang, which is a delightful hill village with a pleasant main street.

Day Highlights

Today the first part of the trail climbs up a steep eroded trail through rhododendron forest passing only a few shepherds’ huts to a pass at 2580 meter. The trail proceeds north up the Yurin Danda ridge and affords views of Langtang and Gosaikund Peaks. Then we will cross the pass at 3510 meter before we descent to Magen Goth where we stop for lunch. Afterwards, the trail goes ascending and descending again, passing through forests, across flower-strewn meadows and crossing streams till we reach Tharepati (3640m). We stay overnight at a tea house.

Day Highlights

After breakfast the trail turns east and drops steeply into a narrow valley from the northern end of the village. The vegetation changes to large firs, then oaks and rhododendrons, as we rapidly reach lower altitudes. Then the trail goes in descending order from Tharepati to Melamchi Gaun through the pine and rhododendron forest with good views down into the Helambu valley. The ridge directly above the village gives you a marvelous view of the Jugal Himal and Numbur in the Solu Khumbu. Cross the village and enter a forested area, again descending to Melamchi River followed to the Malemchigaon for overnight. Melamchi Gaon is surrounded by beautiful forests, which is mainly inhabited by Sherpa people with their distinctive culture and some Buddhist monasteries.

Day Highlights

The early part of the trek descends until you cross the stream named as Melamchi. Now you enter a cultural destination it call Helambu Region. Then the trail goes gently up to beautiful Sherpa village Tarkeghyang passing through Sherpa old settlements and big monasteries. The stone houses are close together with narrow alleyways separating them. Stay overnight at guesthouse.

Day Highlights

Today the trail is quite easy through flat land with beautiful forests. The trail leads us crossing a small forest with the view of beautiful village of Helembu region. The trail makes a sweep around the wide valley end between Parachin and the pretty Sherpa village of Gangyul. The people of this village practice Drukpa Kagyu Buddhism, the same as the national religion of Bhutan. This is another pretty Sherpa village where you can visit many ancient monasteries and view of Jugal Himal range at the north face of Shermathang village.

Day Highlights

After breakfast the trail gradually descends all the way to Melamchi Pul Bazaar through meadows and cultivated fields. Along the way, you come across several old villages with their own particular traditions. Walking today is quite pleasant with mountain views and the possibility of interacting with friendly local people. After having lunch we will drive back to Kathmandu through the road passing terraces, streams, rivers, local settlements and high hills. It takes about 3/4 hours (conditional) to reach your hotel in Kathmandu by bus/ private car.

Day Highlights

In this pleasant day you may have full day at leisure either relax at hotel or explore the around Thamel. Today is day of ending your journey, so we would like offer you farewell dinner in Nepali typical Restaurant and hand over you Trip Certificate, Trekking Permit and TIMS Card for memory of Nepal trip. Today is free or last minute shopping for souvenirs or gift to your family, friends or relatives for you until departure flight/drive. Our assist will be transfer to the International Airport for your departure flight to your onwards destination, taking with you the memory of a life time.

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Included

Helambu Trekking Cost Details

Includes

  • All transportation is picked up and dropped off at the airport (airport to hotel to airport).
  • Star level 2 nights accommodation in Kathmandu twin bed sharing with BB Plan.
  • Necessary paperwork and trekking permit for Shivapuri National Park.
  • TIMS (Trekkers Information Management System) Card for the Trekking.
  • All ground transportation is by private vehicles and local buses from Kathmandu to Sundarijal and back from Melamchipul to Kathmandu.
  • Trekking equipment (worm-down jackets, sleeping bags, & duffle bags) during the trek, if needed.
  • Nepal Mother House T-shirt/Cap and Appreciation Card of Trip (after the trip ends).
  • three meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek.
  • Soft & comfortable private accommodation entire mountain twin bed sharing with a shared toilet.
  • English-speaking friendly guide (government license holder) for his/her food, accommodation, transportation, salary, and equipment.
  • A porter (between every 2-person basic) carries a maximum of 20–25 kg. Plus their food, accommodation, wage, insurance, and all transportation.
  • Guide & Porter insurance for their happy journey.
  • A Trekking Map of Langtang Trip for a Group.
  • Supplementary snacks (cookies, fresh fruits) on the Trek.
  • 1 Sherpa (assistance guide) if the group size is more than 10 people. Plus their food, accommodation, salary, insurance, and equipment.
  • First Aid medical kit during the trip, including an oximeter to measure oxygen and pulse at high altitude.
  • Welcome and farewell program.
  • Tourist service charge, VAT, government tax, and official expenses if necessary.

Excludes

  • All kinds of cold and hot drinks, including drinking water, tea, coffee, chocolate, cookies, dessert, phone calls, laundry, and hot showers.
  • Insurance and evacuation for travelers (compulsory).
  • If, in case, the flight is canceled and a charter helicopter or plane is.
  • Tipping for the guide and porter for your meals at Kathmandu.
  • Personal expenses like shopping, souvenirs or gifts, and personal mountaineering gear.
  • Optional trips and sightseeing if extended.
  • International airfare, airport departure tax, and visa fee.
  • Things that we don’t mention above in our services (trip cost includes).
  • Visa fee: you obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu.
Availability

Departure Dates

Except for the fixed departure date, we have every day departure according to your requirements.

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Good to Know

Essential Information

Few things are worth arranging while you are at home. Please note down these list details before your departure. These tips will help to make your trip enjoyable:

  • Read travel advice, inform yourself before traveling, and get advice locally when you arrive.
  • Make sure your passport is valid during your travels, and consult about visa processing.
  • Estimate your budget and fixed holiday period, then choose a suitable destination.
  • Before leaving home, make a note of the travel checklist and make the necessary preparations.
  • Inform your friends and family about your trip and itinerary details.
  • Make copies of your important documents as a backup in case you lose the originals.
  • Buy a guide book and study Nepal’s general information (culture, custom, politics, people, geography, weather, festivals, religion, rules, and regulations).
  • Buy insurance that will cover all overseas medical, emergency evacuation costs.
  • It is better to know at least a few Nepali words while traveling in Nepal.
  • Make reservations with advance payment, especially during peak season, for trips, accommodations, and local guides.
  • Call your bank for debit and credit cards to let them know about fees and your travel destination. Get your bank’s emergency phone number if you have a problem.
  • Visit the doctor for your health report and take medicine and vaccines accordingly.
  • Remember, the local laws apply to you as a visitor and it is your responsibility to follow them.
  • Be sensitive to local customs, traditions, and practices, as your behavior may be seen as improper, hostile, or even illegal.
  • Never step over anyone's feet/legs, and pull in your own legs when somebody wants to pass.
  • Never touch anybody with your feet, and never point in a direction using your feet. The feet are considered the most impure parts of the body.
  • When entering a house, somebody's kitchen, temple, or monastery, take off your shoes.
  • As a woman, you should always be dressed to avoid provocation, so keep your shoulders and legs covered.
  • It is very polite to give and accept with your right hand, and even more so when you use your left hand to support the elbow of your right hand.
  • When in doubt about how to behave in certain situations; keep a low profile, do not shout, and keep your dignity.
  • It is better not to touch offerings or people when they are on their way to shrines.
  • Beef is prohibited among both Hindus and Buddhists. No female animal is killed for food.
  • You may not be allowed entry to the inner sanctuaries of temples and stupas.
  • You may be interested in taking snaps of temples, stupas, and monuments. Generally, and monuments are permitted to be photographed, but it is better to have permission before using your cameras.  

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