Helambu Cultural Trek Highlights
- Magnificent view of Dhaulagiri (8,167 m) (from west through), Mount Everest (8,848 m), Ganesh Himal (7,422 m)
- UNESCO world heritage site sightseeing in Kathmandu.
- Amazing Hospitality of Sherpa and Tamang people.
- Visit to sacred Buddhist monasteries, shrines and prayer flags.
Helambu Cultural Trek
Helambu shares close proximity with the capital city. Besides the closeness between Kathmandu and Helambu, the region is relatively unspoiled. Helambu Cultural Trek is one of the easy treks you can accomplish in 5-6 days time.
Helambu Trek offers you some of the astonishing view of Himalayan scenery with the backdrop of Tibet border. While setting your foot in this finest creation of Nature, you will be witnessing the blooming rhododendron dancing in their spring color. Bamboo forest, subliming waterfalls, and of course enthralling snowy mountains are other attractions. The region is not only appealing in its natural offerings but you will be seeing the architectural masterpiece in the form of monasteries and Gompas accompanied by rich hyolmo culture of the region.
Trekking Trail
This captivating trekking trail starts from Sundarijal, hour drive from Kathmandu city area. From Sundarijal, you will be doing one hour walk to Shivapuri National Park. Then your trekking trail will take you to the amazing villages and places like Chisapani, Kutumsang, Tha depati and Sermanthang, ending the trek ultimately at Melamchi Pul Bazaar of Helambu region. You will be observing the stunning rice terraces. Other major attraction of the trekking is the sweet climatic condition for apples. The region is resided by Sherpa and Tamang community , giving you peculiar chance to dot the Buddhist culture.
Helambu Cultural Trekking altitude varies 1370m to 3490m. There are enough lodges, hotels and camps to provide you that much needed relaxation after the tiring trekking. As there is enough resting place along the trekking trail, it is good to pack easy and light.
Almighty mountains you can behold are Dhaulagiri (8,167 m) (from west through), Mount Everest (8,848 m), Ganesh Himal (7,422 m), Langtang Lirung (7,227 m), Sishapangma (8012 m), Dorje Lhakpa (6966 m) and Gauri Shankar (7,134 m). Moreover, you can experience and witness all these serenity of nature and humans with Duke Nepal Treks and Expedition as we hereby offer you best 9 days Helambu Cultural Trek.
- Hotel / Airport pick up & drop by our car, van and bus
- Accommodation as required by you or as specified in the appropriate itinerary
- City tour with our guides in private car, van or bus if appropriate
- All typical Meals during the trek (Breakfasts, Lunches, Dinners)
- 3 Cup of teas during the trek
- English speaking Guide depending on the place
- Local staff and porters to carry your luggage during the trek
- Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment and medicine for all staff
- Airfares including taxes as appropriate for internal flight transfer which is a part of trekking itinerary
- All our government taxes
- Official expense
- First aid kits
- Map
- Availability of Duke Nepal Personnel in emergency
- Certain lunches and dinners as explained in the trekking itinerary
- Your travel insurance which is compulsory
- Your International Plane fare and airport taxes
- Appropriate visa fees
- Sightseeing not listed in the itinerary
- Sightseeing not listed in the itinerary
- Meals not listed in the itinerary.
- Personal expenses such as room service, internet charge, laundry, drink, fax, telephone call, optional activities, etc
- Personal trekking equipment and gear
- Certain sightseeing entrance fees
- Gratuities, tips to guides, porters, drivers, etc. (not compulsory)
- Day 1 Arrival at Kathmandu
- Day 2 Drive to Sundarijal and Trek to Chisapani(2,300m)
- Day 3 Trek to Kutumsang(2,446m)
- Day 4 Trek to Tharepati(3,650m)
- Day 5 Trek to Melamchi Gaun(2,560m)
- Day 6 Trek to Tarke Gyang(2,590m)
- Day 7 Explore Tarke Gyang
- Day 8 Trek to Sermathang
- Day 9 Trek to Melamchi Pool(1,100m)
- Day 10 Drive back to Kathmandu