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Helambu Trek

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  • 16 Days
  • Max People : 15
  • Wifi Available
  • Difficulty : Moderate
  • Min Age : 12+
  • Pickup: Airport

Langtang Gosainkunda Helambu trek, which are the ingredients of three flavors, consist of mountains view, culture and flora fauna that keeps on coming to your eyes as you trek from one place to another. These mountains range from 5000 meters to 7000 meters fulfill your desires in a way you have thought. Standing beautifully in the lap of the Himalayas, they inspire you to click the button of your camera. As you leave them behind by walking on an uphill trail and a downhill trail, you will enjoy the remaining itinerary in the same way as you have enjoyed the previous part.

The long trekking trail of Langtang Gosainkunda Helambu Trek, which is difficult in nature, gives you a relief when it takes you to the midst of rhododendron forest as well as near the waterfalls. Ahead, the trekking trail that you are going to follow becomes easy when it reaches Helambu, the village, which shows you the magnificent view of sunrise and sunset, and the impressive view of mountains if its weather is fine and sunny. Culturally, this Helambu village is famous for the Buddhist study center, as well as it is famous for its delicious apples.

Meeting Point

NIRVANA BOUTIQUE HOTEL JP Road, Thamel Kathmandu Nepal +977- 1-5344000

Departure & Return Location

Tribhuwan International Airport – Kathmandu

Departure Time

3 Hours Before Flight Time

Price Includes

  • Pick and drop from airport and hotel by private car/couch (varies on group size).
  • All the surface transportation from Kathmandu-Syabrubesi-Sudarijal-Kathmandu.
  • 3 nights hotel accommodation in Kathmandu city inclusive breakfast.
  • One day Kathmandu sightseeing escorted by our city tour guide.
  • An experienced trekking guide salary/accommodation/ meals and accidental insurance.
  • Supporting porters to carry your bags and their salary/accommodation/ meals and accidental insurance.
  • Langtang national park entry fees and other essential permits.
  • Full board meals with lodges accommodation while on the trek.
  • Medical kit box and Langtang region trekking route map.
  • Farewell dinner at a typical local restaurant with a cultural dance show.

Price Excludes

  • International airfares and Nepal travel visa.
  • Your personal entrance fees for sightseeing in Kathmandu valley.
  • Any kind of alcoholic beverages, bottled mineral water, soft drinks or snack foods.
  • Meals during the trek.
  • Extra night hotel accommodation in Kathmandu than the scheduled itinerary.
  • Any personal medical or evacuation expenses incur and strongly recommend international Travel insurance.
  • Tipping.
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Itinerary

Day 1Arrival Kathmandu and drive to the hotel (1,350m.)

Welcome to Kathmandu, the city of temples. Our airport representative will receive you at the airport, transfer you to the hotel and brief you about tomorrow’s activities. If you have any questions, then please ask a representative. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2Visit cultural and historical heritage sites of Kathmandu

Our city guide will come to pick you at the hotel in a car after you have your breakfast. Today, you will visit all the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Kathmandu. These include temples, monasteries, stupas, and palaces. Back to the hotel for overnight.

Day 3Drive from Kathmandu to Syaphrubesi (1,400m.) - 7/8hrs drive

A trekking guide will come to pick you up and take you to a bus park from where you head off to SyabruBensi. The journey is about seven hours and takes you to the Trisuli River, terraced fields, and green hills. Overnight at a local tea house.

Day 4Trek from Syapru Benshi to Lama Hotel (2,470 m.)

Today is the first day of the trek and takes you to the Bhote Koshi River, the Langtang River, and the bamboo forest. On the way, you might encounter Red Panda. The trekking trail is an uphill climb most of the time. Overnight at a local tea house.

Day 5Trek from Lama Hotel to Langtang Village (3,430 m.)

This trek takes you to the Langtang River includes uphill climb, as well as hemlock, maple, and rhododendron forest. Other things include a great view of LangtangLirung Mountain and U-shaped glacier valley. Overnight at a local tea house.

Day 06Trek from Langtang Village to Kyanjing Gompa (3,870 m.)

Today’s trek is short, which takes you to monasteries and cheese factories. It will also show you the mountain scenery. Overnight at local tea houses.

Day 07Kyanjing exploration day - hike to Kyanjing-Ri (4,600m.) 2-3 hrs. or Tsergo-Ri (4,984 m.) 7-9hrs.

Today is a day to explore, for examples, you can visit the monastery and the cheese factory, walk up the moraine to see the spectacular ice faces and then hike toTserko Ri to see a breath-taking view of Langtang peak. Overnight at local tea houses.

Day 08Trek back to Lama Hotel

The trekking trail is downhill and takes you to Lama Hotel. It shows you beautiful mountains. Overnight at local tea houses.

Day09Trek from Lama Hotel to Thulo Syphru (2,280 m.)

The trekking trail descends to the river, crosses the river, shows you beautiful mountains, heads off to the pine and juniper forest. Overnight at local tea houses.

Day 10Trek from Thulo Syaphru to Cholang Pati (3,650 m.)

The trekking trail is steep, heads off to a dry vegetation area, and takes you to the home of Red Pandas. From the home, the trekking trail becomes steeper before it reaches Laurebinafrom where you can see the outstanding view of mountains, such as Annapurnas, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, and Langtang Lirung. Overnight at local tea houses.

Day 11Trek from Cholang Pati to Gosaikunda (4,460 m.)

Today, we climb along the ridge from where you can see lakes. The famous lakes that you see areBhairavKund and Gosaikunda. It takes about 40 minutes to walk around the Gosaikunda Lake. Overnight at local tea houses.

Day 12Trek from Gosainkunda to Ghopte (3,440 m.) via Lahure Bina-La pass (4,610 m.)

The trekking trail is steep and passes by lakes before it finally reaches Laurebina La Pass (4610m). From this pass, we follow a rocky trail that descends through forests and that climbs the valley to take you to Ghopte (3440m). Overnight at local tea houses.

Day 13Trek from Ghopte to Kutungsang (2,450 m)

From Ghopte, the trekking trail descends, climbs uphill, heads off to the area of boulders and ascends to Tharepati, from where the trekking trail connects you to Helambu. This trekking trail passes through the alpine countryside and meadows, climbs to a small pass called Mere Danda, enters rhododendron forest and descends to Kutumsang. Overnight at local tea houses.

Day 14Trek from Kutungsang to Chisopani (2,140 m.)

The trekking trail climbs uphill and then descends in a forested area and takes you to villages, such as Gul Bhanjyang, ThodangBetini, and PatiBhanjyang. This village is the village of Brahmin and Chettri people whose culture is completely different from that of the Tamang people, who live in the Langtang National Park, where you have trekked. Overnight at local tea houses.

Day 15Trek from Chisopani to Sundarijal and then drive to Kathmandu

Before you start your trek, early in the morning, you see a satisfying view of mountains, such as Ganesh Himal, Manaslu, Gaurishanker, Dorjelakpa, Langtang Ranges, and Annapurnas. The trekking trail climbs uphill and then descend to Mulkharka (1800m). From here, it is a short walk to Sundarjial. Then, we drive to Kathmandu. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 16Back to your home (Departure day)

Our airport representative will pick you up from the hotel and take you to the airport in a private car. You will reach the airport before 3 hours of your departure time.

Map

Checklist

Clothing

  • Moisture-wicking long and short-sleeve t-shirts (2)
  • Heavy fleece/down jacket or Gortex/waterproof jacket with hood (1)
  • Windbreaker & Rain poncho
  • fleece pants and hiking shorts (1)
  • trekking and waterproof pants (2)
  • warm thermal socks (1) & hiking socks (10)
  • Underwear (10) and long underwear (2)
  • Hiking boots with ankle support
  • Camp shoes or tennis shoes
  • Light inner gloves/glove liners
  • Insulated wool or down mittens/gloves
  • Sunglasses
  • Broad-brimmed hat
  • Neck gaiter or bandana (for sun protection)
  • Wool hat or balaclava (should cover ears)
  • Gaiters (needed Dec-Feb)
  • Sweatshirt (optional)
  • Sock liners (optional)

Trekking Gear & Supplies

  • Duffle bag for carrying gear via porters.
  • 40L Daypack for carrying essential stuff during the trail.
  • Waterproof cover for daypack.
  • Water bottles or hydration bladder Sleeping bag rated to -18°C/ 0°F Trekking poles
  • Headlamp with extra batteries
  • Lightweight water filter or iodine water tablets (personal preference)
  • Hand warmers
  • Travel pillow or pillowcase
  • Sleeping bag stuff sack
  • Dry bags in several sizes
  • Stuff sacks for dirty clothes/shoes
  • Camera with extra batteries and memory cards
  • Small lock(s) for duffle bag and daypack
  • Sleeping bag liner (optional)
  • Quick-drying trekking towel (optional)

Food & Snacks

  • Snacks (combine protein & carbs for well-balanced energy)
  • Thermos (optional for hot beverages)
  • Re-hydration gels or powder

Toiletries

  • Sunscreen with a Lip balm
  • Toilet Paper & Wet wipes
  • Moleskin, medical tape, and/or duct tape for treating/preventing blisters
  • Advil or Ibuprofen
  • Diamox (for altitude sickness)
  • Personal prescriptions
  • Antibiotics (Cipro for travelers’ diarrhea)
  • Anti-chafe balm (e.g. Body Glide, to prevent chafing)
  • Diaper rash cream (Can treat rashes or chaffing)
  • Soap & Deodorant
  • Toothbrush/toothpaste
  • Razor (as needed)
  • Shampoo and hand sanitizer
  • Feminine hygiene products (as needed)
  • Face lotion
  • Hairbrush & hair ties
  • Earplugs (for sleeping)

Additional Supplies

  • Portable solar charger/power bank
  • Book & Journal/pen
  • Entertainment uses (Playing cards)

Important Documents

  • Passport (needed at entry gate for registration)
  • Visa
  • Money ($200-300 cash is recommended—while there are occasional ATMs on the trail, they are almost always out of order)
  • One passport-sized photo if trekking in the Annapurna Region (needed at times for trekking permit). Not needed for Everest Treks
  • Travel insurance