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Helambu Trek
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Helambu Circuit Trekking
5based on 2 reviews
Price per personUS$995
$995 x 1 pax
$995

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$995
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Helambu Circuit Trek is one of the favorable short treks into the Langtang region of Nepal and is close to the main city of Kathmandu. It is a diverse trek to explore nature and culture together, making it an easy-going trek into the Himalayas for any age group and gender due to its low elevation and easy trail.

Helambu Trek is not a mere hike into the Himalayas, as the region is filled with diverse vegetation, flora, and fauna. The trek to the Helambu will lead us towards the Tibetan dwellers on the lap of the Langtang Himalayan range. Their age-old custom, the ritual of Tibetan origin is one of the fascinating live glimpses throughout the trek, further leading towards the Melamchi Gaun to explore the Sherpa community of Tibetan origin to Sermathang for apple gardens.

Mainly inhabited by the Tamang and Sherpa community of Tibetan origin, Helambu has everything a hiker would prefer to explore, from lush green vegetation to the high Himalayas and different wildlife. Helambu trail will lead us towards the famous apple production of the region. This will be a trail towards Tibetan Buddhism in terms of religion, so trekkers can explore multiple monasteries, gompas, praying wheels, praying flags, and chortens throughout.

The trail to Helambu Circuit starts from Sundarijal which is an hour's drive from the main city of Kathmandu. Passing by Shivapuri National Park, which is one of the famous water reservoirs for water supply into Kathmandu valley and also the main source of water for Bagmati and Bishnumati rivers in Kathmandu. Shivapuri National Park is a protected area of different flora and fauna and also a bird and butterfly watching park. The trail will lead us towards diverse vegetation and a water reservoir in the Tamang village popular for marijuana plantations.

Further climbing uphill one can explore rural life and the majestic Himalayas from Chisapani, a very popular hiking trail for Nagarkot. Passing by Chisapani, we will be entering the Helambu region with beautiful views of the snowcapped Himalayas from Gaurishankar, Shishapangma, and Ganesh Himal(7405m), Dorje Lhakpa(6990m), Langtang Lirung(7245m), and numerous unnamed peaks and old villages throughout.

Helambu Circuit trail is not a mere hike to explore the Himalayas of Nepal, as the country, Nepal is blessed with an abundance of mountains still thousands to get named. The Helambu trail will bless any trekkers with a diversity of cultures along with nature. It is a diverse trekking trail with a different ethnic settlements from low altitude to high altitude and also the trail can be diverted into different areas of the Langtang region.

Starting our trek from Sundarijal will lead us towards Tharepati (3640m) which is the highest overnight elevation for the entire trek then we descend towards Melamchi Gaun, a very old Tibetan settlement village with ancient monasteries, Chorten, gompa, etc. Melamchi Gaun (village) is named after the famous snow-melted river of Langtang Himalayas which is the Melamchi river, we hike further uphill from Melamchi Gaun towards Sermathanga before descending to Melamchi Bazaar (market) to take a 4-hour drive to Kathmandu on our final day in public transportation in a smooth and comfortable way with the extra-ordinary views of the mountains, villages and many more.

The itinerary can be customized according to the limitation of your time and interest, please feel free to contact us.

Highlights

  • Easy going short trek into the Himalayas
  • Explore the Tamang and Sherpa culture
  • Enjoy different vegetation throughout the trek
  • Risk-free low-altitude trek for all age groups
  • Panoramic view of the Langtang range of Himalayas
  • Visit the oldest and the largest monastery in the Helambu region

 

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Itinerary

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Day 1:Arrival in Kathmandu
  • Accommodation Star Category Hotel
  • MealsWelcome Dinner
  • Time35 Minute Drive
  • Maximum Altitude1350m/4430ft

Upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu, our representative will escort you to your respective hotel in Thamel which is a prime touristic location. Afternoon you can explore around Thamel and the evening will be an introduction session with your respective trekking team which includes your guide and porter.

Overnight in your respective hotel

Day 2:Trek from Sundarijal to Chisapani
  • Accommodation Tea-House
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Time5 Hours
  • Maximum Altitude2194m/7198ft

Today we will start our journey towards Sundarijal via Kathmandu, this will be an hour drive from Thamel. Upon arriving in Sundarijal we will hike through a beautiful waterfall passing by a water reservoir into Shivapuri National Park. Shivapuri National Park is a popular hiking and meditation destination nearby Kathmandu, it is also a popular bird-watching park for many travelers.

Further, we will hike through the stony trail towards Tamang village famous for marijuana farming. Passing by the village we hike through dense forest to reach Chisapani a small village of different ethnic communities with hotels and lodges.

Overnight in Chisapani

Day 3:Trek to Kutumsang
  • Accommodation Tea-House
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Time5 Hours
  • Maximum Altitude2446m/8025ft

An easy day for us, today after breakfast we will be hiking for about 6 hours to Kutumsang. The trail will be easy going all through farmland, the village of rural Nepal, this will be mainly through Tamang villages.

Apart from the village and farmland, we will be able to have magnificent views of Mt. Dorje Lakpa and Mt. Gauri Shankar.

Overnight in Kutumsang

Day 4:Trek to Tharepati
  • Accommodation Tea-House
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Time5 Hours
  • Maximum Altitude3640m/11942ft

This will be a bit harder day for us, as we will be passing by villages and alpine forest with some possibility of encountering with some wild animals…let’s hope so. Tharepati is the highest elevation of the entire Helambu trek, this makes the trail one of the longest and uphill climb.

Throughout the trek, we will be exploring different vegetation and the wide range of Langtang Himalayan ranges expanding its arms, this will be one of the most memorable days with white snow-covered high Himalayas all around. Tharepati is a popular junction for trekkers as it is the meeting point for trekkers who do Gosainkunda- Lauri Binayak Pass (4610m).

Overnight in Tharepati

Day 5:Trek to Tarke Ghyang
  • Accommodation Tea-House
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Time6 Hours
  • Maximum Altitude2560m/8399ft

Today will be an easy day for us, we will be descending all the way for around 4 hours to reach one of the ancient Sherpa villages in the Helambu region also known as Melamchi Gaun. Melamchi Gaun is situated on the lap of the mountain beneath lies the famous snow melted Melamchi river, which is one of the most uttered names of the rive in Nepalese politics. As there is a drinking water project underway to supply water from the same river into Kathmandu through tunnels drilling the hills and mountains.

Upon reaching Melamchi village we can have our lunch and explore around some old monasteries of the Sherpa community and further trek uphill for two hours to reach Take Ghyang one of the largest villages of the Tamang community in the entire Helambu region.

Overnight in Tarke Ghyang

Day 6:Trek to Sermathang
  • Accommodation Tea-House
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Time5 Hours
  • Maximum Altitude2621m/8599ft

Easy day for us both in terms of distance and altitude, passing by some Sherpa settlement areas and forest with the vista of Ganesh Himal (7422m), Langtang Lirung (7227m), Dorje Lakpa (6966m), and Naya Kanga (5844m) and also the oldest and the largest monastery of the Helambu region which is Gekye Gompa.

Upon reaching Sermathanga we can explore the Tamang and Sherpa village and also the popular apple garden of the area. For half of the day, we can explore the surrounding areas with the majestic views of the Langtang Himalayas.

Overnight in Sermathang

Day 7:Hike to Melamchi Bazar (846m) and drive back to Kathmandu
  • Accommodation Star Category Hotel
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch and Farewell Dinner
  • Time6 Hours
  • Maximum Altitude1350m/4430ft

Today after our breakfast we will descend all the way to Melamchi Bazzar this will be around 3 hours hike downhill with the view of villages, farmland, Melamchi river, etc until we reach Melamchi Bazaar main town for buying and selling local goods.

Further, we take a local Bus to drive to Kathmandu which takes around 4 hours. The evening will be our farewell dinner program arranged by our company Discover Altitude.

Overnight in Kathmandu

Day 8:Final Departure
  • MealsBreakfast

Today will be our last day in Nepal, early morning after our breakfast representative from Discover Altitude will escort you to the international airport in Kathmandu according to your schedule time.

We bid you a happy journey back home, and wish to see you soon in the coming days.

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Cost Details

Included

  • Pick up and drop at airport
  • 3 nights hotel in Kathmandu and a night in Pokhara.
  • All legal documents, local permits, and national park fees required for trekking.
  • Three meals and with a cup of tea or coffee in a day during trekking.
  • Normal accommodation during the trek.
  • Porters on the basis of 1 porter for 2 guests.
  • Guide and porters salary, food, accommodations, and their insurance during the trek.
  • Down jacket and sleeping bag during the trek but to be returned after the trek.
  • Transportation or flight to reach trekking point and out.

Excluded

  • International Airfare and visa fees (can be obtained upon arrival at the immigration of the Tribhuwan International Airport)
  • Hotels and meals in Kathmandu  (can arrange upon request)
  • Personal expenses during the trek also include WiFi, a hot shower in the hotel, purified drinking water, alcoholic drinks, etc
  • Your travel insurance
  • Your personal trekking gears
  • Tips and gratitude (a way of expressing thankfulness) to your guide, porter, and driver
  • And those not mentioned in the included section

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Trip Reviews

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5based on 2 reviews

Beautiful Nepal

Trekking with Narayan and his team was amazin! One of the best experiences of my life and aside from the vast landscapes and incredible views, the guides on this trip were so informative, humble and just beautiful people. I hope to visit with them again so day and can't recommend their tours enough!

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Richard S, United Kingdom

Excellent!

I am not an expert on trekking but I love it. From my experience, if you have a plan to trek, the important is you have to find a good guide and travel agency you can trust. I am lucky I found both. So if you have a plan in mind to go to Nepal.. just try to contact them. I believe that you will imprese on their service. 5 trips in Nepal since 2017.. until now I am looking forward to going back to trek with them again 😊

Gaew
Gaew, Thailand

Trip Facts

  • Duration8 Days
  • DestinationNepal
  • Difficulty LevelModerate
  • Max Altitude3640m/11942ft

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