Helambu Cultural Trek

Overview And Highlights

Trip Facts

Duration

7 Days

Trip Type

Lodge Trek

Grade

Moderate

Max. Elevation

3600 m.

Transportation

Bus / Jeep

Min. Group Size

1 or more

Best Season

Winter

Helambu cultural trek is one of the short trekking programs in Nepal that brings into highlight the scenic beauty of rural Nepal's life. This trek leads you through rice terraces, green valleys and dense forests of oak and rhododendrons with the back drop of the majestic Himalayan mountains.

The Helambu region is situated to the north of Kathmandu and is primarily inhabited by the Sherpas and Tamang communities who will heartily welcome you. You can enjoy the simple, but serene life of the people of the Helambu region. It is fascinating to watch the farmers toil in the fields still using their hand made tools and water buffaloes.

This is a low altitude trek and offers a wondrous trip to the rugged but one of the most beautiful terrains in the world.

Day to Day Itinerary

Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu.

Food/Meals

Welcome Drink

Accommodation

Hotel

Max Elevation

1400 m.

Guest Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu. Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be received by our airport representative and transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon, you can take a stroll around and visit local shops. Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

Drive from Kathmandu to Sundarijal (1350m) takes about one hour and then trek to Chisapani which takes about four hours.

Food/Meals

Breakfast/lunch/dinner

Accommodation

Lodge

Max Elevation

2430 m.

After morning breakfast, drive from Kathmandu to Sundarijal (1350m) takes about one hour and then trek to Chisapani which takes about four hours. Climb off at Sundarijal bus station and begin your trek throughShivapuri Watershed and Wildlife Reserve. Stop at Mulkharka village for lunch and thereafter ascend to Borlang Bhanjyang (2430m) then drop down to Chisapani (2215m). Chisapani offers magnificent views of Annapurna, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Langtang, JugalHimal, Gauri Shankar, Everest and many other mountains. You can also enjoy beautiful sunrise and sunset from Chisapani. Stay overnight at lodge.

Trek from Chisapani to Kutumsang (2446m.) takes about seven hours.

Food/Meals

Breakfast/lunch/dinner

Accommodation

Lodge

Max Elevation

2446 m.

Trek from Chisapani to Kutumsang (2446m.) takes about seven hours. The trail from Chisopanigoes on a leveled trail crossing a meadow. You will presently arrive at PatiBhanjyangafter which the trail makes steep climb to the ridge of Chipling wherelunch will be served. Later descend to GulBhanjyang (2620) for 1 hr followed by 2 hrs uphill climb to arrive at Kutumsang. This is a culturally rich Sherpa settlement. Stay overnight at lodge.

Trek from Kutumsang to MelamchiGaon (2640m) via Tharepati Pass (3600m) takes about seven hours.

Food/Meals

Breakfast/lunch/dinner

Accommodation

Lodge

Max Elevation

3600 m.

Trek from Kutumsang to MelamchiGaon (2640m) via Tharepati Pass (3600m) takes about seven hours. Wake up early for warm breakfast, then start today’s trek.Pass througharmy checkpost thenprepare for a 4 hrsclimb along forested path to reach Magen Goth, which is a lunch spot. After lunch we go uphill for one and a half hours to Tharepati enjoying views of Langtang, Rolwaling, Gauri Shankar etc. FromTharepati onwards, the trail gradually descends to MelamchiGao, a beautiful valley surrounded by beautiful forests. The inhabitants of MelamchiGaon are Sherpa people with their distinctive Buddhist culture. Stay overnight at lodge.

Trek from MelamchiGaon to Tarkeghyang (2700m) takes about four hours.

Food/Meals

Breakfast/lunch/dinner

Accommodation

Lodge

Max Elevation

2700 m.

Trek from MelamchiGaon to Tarkeghyang (2700m) takes about four hours. After breakfast we trek two hours down through bushes and streams to Tarkado village. Another 2 hrs trek will take us to Tarkeghyang where we will have lunch. There is an old Buddhist monastery in Tarkeghyang which got damaged in 2015 earthquake. Go for village exploration. Stay overnight at lodge.

Trek from Tarkeghyang to Timbu takes about two and half hours then drive back to Kathmandu

Food/Meals

Breakfast & Lunch

Accommodation

Hotel

Max Elevation

1400 m.

After morning breakfast, trek from Tarkeghyang to Timbu takes about two and half hours, and then drive from Timbu to Kathmandu take about 5 hours. The drive offers scenic views of villages, green hills, rivers etc. Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

Departure

Food/Meals

Breakfast

As per your flight schedule, our airport representative will transfer from your hotel to the airport for your final departure.

Price includes the following services

a) Kathmandu

Airport pick-up and drop-off services by private vehicle
2 night hotel accommodation with breakfast
Farewell dinner in Kathmandu with live cultural performance at authentic Nepali restaurant on the last evening

b) Trekking

Trekking guide
One porter for every 2 trekking participants (1 porter carries 25 kilograms of luggage)
All meals three times a day (breakfast, lunch & dinner)
Accommodation in teahouses (lodges) during the trek
Trekking equipment: Sleeping bags, down jackets, duffle bags and trekking poles
Entry permits for Shivapuri National Park and Langtang National Park
Trekkers' Information Management System (TIMS) card
Land transportation from Kathmandu to Sundarijal by private vehicle and Timbu to Kathmandu by bus/jeep
Insurance and equipment for all guides and porters
First aid kit
Tax, VAT and our service charge
Rescue assistance (In case of emergency while trekking in mountains, we will organize prompt and professional rescue services. To arrange timely evacuation/rescue by helicopter, you must have insurance from a reliable international travel insurance company that covers both helicopter evacuation and medical treatment cost.)

Service Excludes

Personal expenses (telephone calls, internet, toiletries, battery recharge, laundry, all drinks including soft drinks, beers, and any alcoholic beverages)
Travel / Medical insurance
Tips for guide and porters
Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu

Explore the route

Altitude & route map

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Helambu Cultural Trek Altitude Graph

Additional Information

Below is a list of equipment and clothing required for trekking. The necessity of these items depends on the type, altitude, timing and destination of trekking. Appropriate trekking gears are not only required for the comfort/pleasure of your trek but also to improve safety factor. Please have a look over these items in order to fully prepare and thoroughly enjoy the trekking.

General Items:

Daypack, Rucksack, Sleeping bag, Duffel bag, Walking Poles, walking boots, sandals, Toiletries (Soaps, Toilet papers, Sanitizers, toothpaste, tooth brush, etc.)

Clothing Items:

Thermal underwear, Down jacket, Shorts, Trekking trousers, Towels, Woolen gloves, Gaiters, Fleece jacket or Pullover, Wind/water proof jacket, Raincoat, Warm socks, buff

Sun-worn Items:

Sun hat, Sunglasses, Snow goggles, Sunscreen, Lip balm

Gadgets:

Headlamp, Flash light, Binoculars, Cameras (chargers and batteries),

Liquid/Snacks:

Water bottle/bladder, Water purification Iodine tablets, Energy bars and snacks

Medical Essentials:

First Aid Kit

Optional:

Altimeter, Compass, Binoculars, Books/magazines, GPS, Pocket knife, Candles (for lodges), Notebook with pencil/pen, etc

Additional items for camping trek:

Tent, Stove and fuel, Utensils for cooking, eating and drinking, sleeping mattresses

Note: We can also provide sleeping bag, down jacket, duffel bag, walking poles, and First Aid Kit in case if you don’t have one. These items are inclusive of total package price.