Helambu
Trek is one of
the shortest trekking routes, and its location is approximately 72 kilometers
north of the Kathmandu Valley. It is popular because it offers a wide range of
mountain views in a short time frame within a low altitude and offers a pleasant
and favorable climate. The Helambu Trek is a unique trek that takes you through
a blooming rhododendron forest, majestic waterfalls, and the village of Tamangs
and Sherpas people. It is a perfect destination to experience an excellent
combination of culture and nature.
Main Highlights
·
Kathmandu
valley sightseeing tour.
·
The
biodiversity of flora and fauna of the Shivapuri National Park
·
Charming
place Chisapani, Tharepati, for the Himalayan landscape.
·
Different
communities with the majority of Tamang, Gurung, Sherpa People.
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Beautiful
landscape, local culture, tradition, and interaction with local peoples.
·
Excellent
view of the Himalayas, including Annapurna, Jugal Himal, Gauri Shankar.
Helambu Trek
itinerary can be customized according to your choice. Please write to us for
the individual travel Itinerary. The price varies depending on hotel category,
transportation, private vehicle, and flight service.
Day 01: Arrive at Tribhuwan International
Airport, Kathmandu: 1,300 m.
Day 02: Kathmandu excursion and preparation
for the hike
Day 03: Drive Kathmandu to Sundarijal on
private vehicles and trek to Chisapani.
Day 04: Trek Chisopani to Kutumsang: walking
distance 7-8 hours.
Day 05: Hike from Kutumsang to Thadepati:
walking 5-6 hours.
Day 06: Trekking to Tarkeghyang (2560 m): 6
hours.
Day 07: Trekking to Sermathang walking: 3/4
hours
Day 08: Trekking to Malemchi Puul: Drive to
Kathmandu
Day 09: Drop to Kathmandu international
airport.
Helambu trek is a short trek near
the Kathmandu valley. In addition to the high mountain hyolmo culture, there
are majestic waterfalls, green rhododendrons, and bamboo forests. The
snow-covered Himalayas make one of the most diverse hikes near Kathmandu. You
can view the magnificent landscape of the Himalayas on the border with Tibet,
and the monasteries make the hike in the region a fascinating experience. The
people who live in the mountains of the Langtang region are certainly Nepalese.
They are descendants of Tibetan origin and still resemble the Tibetans.
The Helambu trek starts in Sundarijal,
an hour's drive from Kathmandu. After walking for about an hour, you will enter
to Shivapuri National Park. The trail continues along Chisopani, Kutumsang,
Thadepati, and Sermathang, and the trek ends at Melamchi Pul. The hike leads
through dense mountain forests with a beautiful view of the Himalayas
Helambu Trek is the calm and perfect
destination for a short trekking trip in Nepal. Helambu Trek is the best hike
for hikers who don't have much time to travel to Nepal. This hike is the most
varied hike that offers you the purest form of nature with rhododendron
forests, bamboo forests, snow-capped mountains, and majestic waterfalls. The
highest point of the walk is Tharepati, which rises to an altitude of 3460 m.
From Tharepati, you have a brilliant view of Langtang, Ganesh Himalaya, Dorje Lakpa, Gauri
Shankar, Mt. Shisapangma and Paanch Pokhari.
According to your arrival schedule, our airport representative will be at Tribhuvan International Airport to welcome you to our country. After exchanging warm greetings in the arrival area, we will take you to our vehicle to drop off at the Hotel. You will Check-in at your pre-reserved Hotel and take rest. It is a leisure day so that you can stroll the streets of Thamel, a tourist hub in Kathmandu, Nepal.
Meals included: None
Today, after breakfast, we start a guided city sightseeing tour of Kathmandu's most historical and spiritual sights. Attractions that we visit include the Kathmandu Durbar Square World Heritage Site, the holy Hindu temple of Pashupati Nath, the famous monkey temple (Swayambhu Nath), and the Buddhist shrine (Bouddha Nath). The day will also consist of completing the formal process and other necessary arrangements. We will also arrange a briefing session on the nature of the trek, equipment, and team composition. We will introduce a trekking guide and other members
Meals included: Breakfast
Today we drive an hour to Sundarijal, our starting point of the trek. You will start your walk along with a small hydropower plant. The path then leads to the Shivapuri National Park. The first settlement you come across is Mulkharka, which is mainly inhabited by the Tamang. Then we hike up the ridge through an oak and rhododendron forest to Chisopani.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
After having our morning breakfast, we made our way to Kutumsang. Today's walk begins with decent meadows and fields. Enjoy the magnificent view of the Langtang Mountains. Usually, come to Pathi Bhanjyang and Gul Bhanjyang. From Gul Bhanjyang, the path climbs up the ridge to another step. Another descent from the pass leads us to Kutumsang.
Meals included: Breakfast and lunch dinner
Today, you will climb via Kutumsang on a steep path, mainly through fir and rhododendron forests where there are no permanent settlements. The hike continues to Yurin Danda with a beautiful view of the Himalayas. Finally, we arrive in Tharepati to spend the night.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Today our goal is Tarkeghyang. During the first part of the hike, the path descends to cross the Melamchi Khola. Then we go to Tarkeghyang, past Sherpa settlements. Enjoy the Himalayan peaks that appear before glistening in the sunshine. Discover the village and its monastery, one of the oldest and largest monasteries in the region. The village is popularly known as Helambu because most of the residents belong to the Helambu caste.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Since then, we haven't gained much height today; it will be relatively easy to walk. The path leads through the wide valley between Parachin and the Sherpa village Gangyul. From Gangyul, you arrive in Sermathang and discover the village. There is also a Buddhist monastery at the highest point in the village.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
On our last day, we walk towards Melamchi Pul Bazaar. Sherpa mainly inhabits the village, but there are also people from other ethnic groups. We take a bus from the bazaar to Kathmandu. After arriving in Kathmandu, we have the rest or visit the shopping center to buy souvenirs.
Meals included: Breakfast and lunch
There is nothing to do today. If you have more time, we can go shopping or sightseeing. According to your departure schedule, our office representatives will take you to the airport for about 3 hours before the scheduled flight.
Meals included: Breakfast
All transfers to the
airport/hotel
A three-star hotel in Kathmandu
All meals and accommodations during the trek.
All ground
transportation according to the previous itinerary
Full day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu, including guide and entrance
fees
An experienced guide and porter
for the trek
Salary, insurance, equipment, meals, and accommodation for staff.
All necessary documents and permits
Government and local taxes
Nepalese visa
fee (bring USD in cash and two passport size photos)
International
flight cost to and from Kathmandu
Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
Additional
night accommodation in Kathmandu due to any reason then planned
Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, charging the battery, etc.)
Travel and rescue insurance
Tips for guides and porters
All our
published fixed departure dates are guaranteed. If the date does not suit your
travel plans, the cost and duration of the trip, please contact us for your
individual private trip, itinerary and price. Since we are a local travel and
trekking company based in Kathmandu, we try to find a small private group that
fits your travel needs. Let us know what kind of trip you are looking for and
our travel experts will help you plan your customized trip to your dream
destination. Thank you and Namaste!
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All Helambu Trek accommodations are on
twin sharing, are included in the travel expenses, and are selected according
to the hygiene standard, the food and service standard, the location, etc. There
are two types of accommodation during the Helambu trek. You will be staying in
three-star hotels in Kathmandu for three nights, and during your trip, you will
be staying in a standard tea house with unheated rooms with wooden beds and
foam mattresses. In some areas, teahouses only have shared bathrooms and
toilets. If you are traveling alone, share a room with another person of the
same gender in your group. If you prefer a single room, you can specify your
preference and receive a single room upon request for a single room supplement
of USD 250. However, please understand that in some remote locations, single
rooms may not be available even if you are paying for a single room.
During your Helambu Trek, you can enjoy
typical Nepalese food and some of the different ethnic cuisines as well as all
kinds of international cuisine (Tibetan, Continental, Italian, Indian, etc.)
from pizza and fries to apple pie. You can even enjoy hot chocolates, different
types of bread, various drinks, and snacks. We will serve lunch will on the way
to your destination, dinner, and Breakfast in the tea house where you will
spend the night. Only Breakfast is including during your stay at Hotel in Kathmandu.
Trekking guides and other staff arrangements
The most important thing is that it makes
this hike pleasant and unforgettable are the experienced, polite, and helpful
guides and crew who can easily spend our days in the mountains. The best and
most professional leaders lead your journey. All of our trekking tour staffs
are carefully selected based on their experience, leadership skills, and
personal talents. To support local communities, we only employ local staff who
have sufficient knowledge of the culture, ecosystem, flora, fauna, geography,
and history of their local regions.
Travel insurance
Travel insurance for each of our
company's travel routes is a prerequisite for booking a vacation. You must have
at least one emergency and repatriation insurance that must cover the cost of
mountain rescue. Read the terms and conditions of your insurers carefully,
especially making sure they include: 1) activity (i.e., tourism, trekking or
mountaineering) 2) maximum altitude reached on the hike 3) evacuation of the
helicopter in case of emergency. It is essential to understand that you are
ultimately responsible for all costs associated with the evacuation and return
procedures, and that is your responsibility to bear the costs of the evacuation
or medical treatment. You should be fully aware of the effects of organizing
your travel insurance and understand the limitations and exclusions of your policy.
Please note that in certain circumstances, our company leader can initiate
helicopter rescue in medical emergencies without first asking your insurance
company for approval.
Climate and best season for hiking
The spring and autumn seasons are considered
the best times for Helambu Trek as the climate and temperature are calm and
constant in these seasons. The spring months offer the blooming of
rhododendrons and many seasonal flowers. Fall is also one of the best times to
explore and enjoy various Nepalese festivals like Dashain and Tihar.
Winter and summer are less suitable
compared to spring and autumn. In winter, the temperature level drops below
freezing, making walking to higher regions less pleasant. The days are cold,
followed by episodes of snowfall and blizzards. Summer also comes with heavy
rains and unpredictable weather. However, with the right gears, you can trek to
the Langtang region all year round.
Physical condition and experience requirements
Helambu Trek is an easy hike for passionate hikers who can walk around 5-7 hours a day with a light day pack. Walking in higher altitudes is more physically demanding than walking in lower elevations. However, if we are in excellent health with an average physical condition and have a positive attitude, self-confidence, and strong determination, you can easily achieve this trip. Exercising and running regularly for a few weeks before the trip is an excellent idea to improve your strength and stability. Past hiking experiences would be a bonus, but technical skills are not necessary for this trip. Participants with existing diseases such as heart, lung, and blood diseases must consult your doctor before starting your journey. We recommend that you inform us of your state of health before booking the hike.
Proposed
preparation
The Helambu trek is about 72 kilometers northeast of Kathmandu valley and is in the Langtang National Park. A roundabout loop is used, which usually starts in Sundarijal, although other starting locations are Nagarkot and Sankhu.
by Galileo Schiavone, Itily
I recently did the Helambu Trek with the help of Nepal Tour & Trekking Service P. Ltd. I want to tell you what an excellent team you were. From our first meeting at Kathmandu airport to our departure nine days later, nothing was a problem. Our guide Suresh and the porters in our group were excellent and always offered the best service with no complaints and a smile. He was also a great company and an excellent photographer. Food and accommodation from start to finish far exceeded our expectations. It was a fantastic adventure that just got better by then. We felt comfortable, welcome, and happy the entire way, and nothing was too much trouble for the guide. If you are considering visiting Nepal, I highly recommend this company and all their excellent staff. We also had a guided tour of some of the most famous temples in Kathmandu, and our tour guide was knowledgeable and great company. Whether you choose one of the many days hiking trip or just a guided tour of Kathmandu valley, you won't be let down. Thank you for hosting the trip of a lifetime and leaving us the best memories.
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