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Helambu Trekking-10 days

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Helambu Trekking

Helambu Circuit Trek is an easy trek to get from Kathmandu. It takes a week so it is the best trip for those trekkers who do not have a long holiday in Nepal. The sequence to Helambu climbs to the Shivapuri ridge from where there are sweeping views of the central Himalayas.

This Helambu Circuit Trek will bring us through the Langtang National Park which inhabits a wealth of rare birds, wildlife and unique plants and flowers. During the trek, we will pass through eye-catching villages of Kutumsang, Chisopani, and Sermathang with their stunning panoramic views and the village of Melamchi Gaon and Tarkeghyang.

Helambu is a charming enclave of farmers and yak herders that forms the focus of Sherpa village. The Sherpa from this region were very unique and have different kinds of festival.

Short itinerary:

Day 1: Arrive at Kathmandu(1,400m /4,593' ft)

Day 2: sightseeing Kathmandu valley

Day 3: Drive to Sundarijal to Chisopani (13 km / 1350m) 4-5 hrs

Day 4: Chisopani trekking to Gul Bhanjyang(2140m)

Day 5: Gul Bhanjyang trekking to Tharepati(3597m)

Day 6: Tharepati trekking to Melamchi(2560m)

Day 7: Melamchi to Tarke Gyang(846m)

Day 8: Tarke Gyang to Sermathang(2610m)

Day 9: Sermathang Trekking to Melamchi and drive to Kathmandu(2560m)

Day 10: departure

Trip itinerary:

Day 1: Arrive at Kathmandu(1,400m /4,593' ft):

Arrival in Kathmandu, Summit Travel will arrange to pick up from the airport.Then we will be transferred to Hotel. In the evening, there will be a welcome dinner hosted by Summit Travel. For dinner, you will be served excellent Nepalese cooking which will introduce you to the country's food culture.

Day 2: sightseeing Kathmandu valley:

After breakfast you will leave for a full day sightseeing tour around Kathmandu valley. You can visit Pashupatinath Temple and Swayambhunath, very ancient and essentially enlisted in UNESCO World Heritage sites.You can also sightseeing the biggest Buddhist Stupa at Boudhanath and the fine arts and historical architecture of Kathmandu Durbar Square reflecting the ancient Nepalese culture which is the highlights of our place. After that you can visit to the Patan City will enchant you with its famous fine arts and historical architecture.

Day 3: Drive to Sundarijal to Chisopani (13km / 1350m) 4-5hrs :

Drive about an hour from Kathmandu to Sundarijal where there is a massive water project which supplies most of the drinking water to Kathmandu Valley. The avenue road turns into a trail near a small hydroelectric plant and starts up concrete steps alongside the water pipe. Beyond Sundarijal the trail climbs continuously through forests to a medieval-looking reservoir, dam and waterworks. Crossing the dam, the path leaves the water supply system and rises steeply to a road to the top of the Shivapuri ridge and wildlife reserve. The trail now continues up the hill through the forest to meet the Mulkharka Villages with the inhabitants of Tamang people.

Day 4: Chisopani trekking to Gul Bhanjyang(2140m):

The journey is continues from Chisopani. There are excellent mountain views on the full track and drop down into the valley on a muddy winding path. The trail heads north out of Pati Bhanjyang (1400m). It make a very steep incline on a switch back to Chipling and climb on a stone staircase to the top of the Jhogin Danda ridge . You have a good views of the peaks as you drop down through rhododendron forest on the far side of the pass. We will Continue along the forested ridge and descends to a large chorten overlooking the Tamang village of Gul Bhanjyang.

Day 5: Gul Bhanjyang trekking to Tharepati(3597m):

The trail climbs the ridge from Gul Bhanjyang to another pass at 2620m. The trail steadily rises through the prickly-leaved oak forest with excellent views of the mountains and the Helambu valley. The trek proceeds due north up the Yurin Danda ridge and affords views of the peaks above Langtang and the Gosaikunda peaks. The trail climbs above Kutumsang on a steep, eroded trail, mostly through fir and rhododendron forests where there are only a few shepherd’s huts. We arrived at Tharepati Rise early for excellent close-up views of Gosaikunda and surrounding high mountains. Overnight stay at the lodge.

Day 6: Tharepati trekking to Melamchi(2560m):

From Tharepati, the path passes through pine and rhododendron forest rich with bird life along with excellent views down into the Helambu valley. The elevation gives you a marvelous mountain view of the Jugal Himal. Crossing the village and enter a forested area descending to Melamchi River followed to the Melamchi Gaon. Melamchi Gaon is surrounded by beautiful forests, which is mainly inhabited by Sherpa people with their unique culture and spectacular Buddhist monasteries.

Day 7: Melamchi to Tarke Gyang(846m):

In Melamchi Gaon, the journey drops rapidly into the forest, passing a series of large chortens, a reminder of the strong Buddhist influence in the village. The trek descends steeply to the valley floor, where you can have a well-earned dip in the crystal- clear stream named as Melamchi. After crossing the bridge, the trail climbs steeply up to the sprawling valley of Nakote . Then the path goes gently up to beautiful Sherpa village Tarke Gyang passing through Sherpa old settlements and most prominent monasteries.

Day 8: Tarke Gyang to Sermathang(2610m):

Today the journey is quite easy through the flat land with beautiful forests. The path leads us to cross small forest with the view of the charming village of Helambu region. The trail makes a sweep around the wide valley end between Parachin and Sherpa village of Gangyul of Khumbu region. Sermathang is another pretty Sherpa village where you can visit many ancient monasteries and view of Jugal Himal range.

Day 9: Sermathang Trekking to Melamchi and drive to Kathmandu(2560m):

Today, the journey gradually descend all the way to Melamchi Pul Bazar through pasture and cultivated fields. On the way, you come across several old villages with the amazing Mountain View, you will get to interact with local people. From here take a drive of around 3-4 hrs to the Kathmandu valley. Enjoy the panoramic views on the way, enjoying the fresh air and forested road. Drive back to Kathmandu by bus or private vehicle join Nepali cultural dinner in the evening overnight in Kathmandu hotel.

Day 10: departure:

Today is the last day in Kathmandu. We will drop you to the International airport to catch your flight back to your home.