The indigenous people's trail presents a unique opportunity for an intimate exploration of one of the most culturally diverse areas of Nepal. The majestic Himalayan ranges pose as the perfect backdrop for the trail and Annapurna, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Langtang, Jugal, Rolwaling, Everest, Kanchenjunga are some of the peaks that can be seen during the course of the trail. The different indigenous communities living along this trail are Sherpa, Newar, Thami, Tamang, Yolmo and Mahji. The virgin forests of Sailung, Rajveer, Augleshwori, Galba and Khandadevi offer habitat to numerous wildlife such as pheasant, deer and Longoor monkies.
Trip Hightlights:
Duration:
08 Days
Type of Trek :
Lodge/homestay trek
Max Altitude:
3146 m.
Minimum Pax:
1 +
Mode of travel:
Land Transportation
Grade:
Strenuous
Outline Itinerary
Day 1
Drive from Kathmandu to Mudhe - Dhunge takes 3 hours. Your trek begins from Dhunge (2500m). Trek from Dhunge to Kholakharka (3146m) takes 4 hours. On the trail you experience splendid views of Mount Gaurishankar (7,134m). Stay overnight at lodge in Kholakharka.
Day 2
This day you can enjoy the early sunrise from Thulo Sailung. You visit the sacred caves, Tiger rocks, chhortens and Rajveer Gomba. You spend a pleasant evening enjoying a Sherpa cultural program. Stay overnight at lodge in Kholakharka.
Day 3
Trek from Kholakharka to Surkey takes four and half hours. The trail descends through the Sailung forests of a wide variety of native trees, shrubs and different species of birds. Stay overnight at home in Surkey.
Day 4
Trek from Surkey to Doramba via Tinghare takes four hours. Enjoy the colorful Thami cultural program at Tinghare. You pass through the rhododendron forest as you descend to reach Doramba. Stay overnight at home in Doramba.
Day 5
Trek from Doramba to Khandadevi via Galba takes four and half hours. During your trail the splendid views of the Himalaya and Mahabharat hills. After your stop at Galba for lunch you walk past the terraced landscape and pine forest to reach Khandadevi. You visit the temple and enjoy a lovely sunset in Khandadevi. Stay overnight at home in Khandadevi.
Day 6
Trek from Khandadevi to Hiledevi takes four hours. After spending some lovely moments enjoying the sunrise view you trek towards Hiledevi along thick pine forest that is home to a wide variety of birds and other wildlife species. In the evening you can enjoy a Yolmo cultural program. Stay overnight at lodge in Hiledevi.
Day 7
Trek from Hiledevi to Lubughat takes four hours. After you enjoy the sunrise view from Sunapati you follow a descending path to reach Lubughat. The Lubughat village is located on the banks of the Sun Koshi river. You can explore the fishing community, Majhi and their way of life or spend some peaceful time along the sandy banks of the river. Stay overnight at lodge in Lubughat.
Day 8
Cross over the river by raft and drive to Dhulikhel before you head to Kathmandu.
The indigenous people's trail presents a unique opportunity for an intimate exploration of one of the most culturally diverse areas of Nepal. The majestic Himalayan ranges pose as the perfect backdrop for the trail and Annapurna, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Langtang, Jugal, Rolwaling, Everest, Kanchenjunga are some of the peaks that can be seen during the course of the trail. The different indigenous communities living along this trail are Sherpa, Newar, Thami, Tamang, Yolmo and Mahji. The virgin forests of Sailung, Rajveer, Augleshwori, Galba and Khandadevi offer habitat to numerous wildlife such as pheasant, deer and Longoor monkies. 
