It is truly an ideal trip for trekkers who have short vacations and want to combine both culture and scene. This trek provides stunning passes of cascading terraces, Tamang and Sherpa villages, Buddhist Gompas and fantastic landscapes with rice fields, and also the beautiful alpine valley meadows, rhododendron (The national flower of Nepal) and spectacular mountain views along the way.

As we start this trek we walk up and down the valley through the Sherpa and Tamang villages with outstanding mountains view with breathtaking scenery. Trekking in this area will enables you to explore the unique untouched culture blend of Tamang and Hyolmo groups and the views of magnificent Himalayas! This trek provides magnificent mountain views such as Langtang Lirung (7245m), Ganesh Himal (7405m), Dorje Lhakpa (6990m) and the small peaks of Langtang Himalayan range. What is more people from this area are Buddhists and people are friendly and very kind.

The Helambu Trek starts from Sundarijal after a short driving from Kathmandu. Then it enters in Shivapuri National Park and Continuing trek ascent up to the Chisopani, Kutumsang, Thadepati, and Sermathang. The trek ends at the Melamchi Pul Bazar in the Helambu region. As following towards beautiful Tamang villages and Sherpa villages along the way they provide such an amazing Himalayan view and number of splendid Buddhists monasteries along the way. Besides the amazing Himalayas and typical culture, the trek offers flora and fauna as well as wild animal.

Category
Trekking
Location
Langtang Region, Nepal
Grade
Moderate (B)
Days
9
Nights
7
Accomodation
Hotel/Camp
Transfer
Jeep/Bus
Max altitude
2580 m
ID COD.
L3

Guaranteed departure.

* in the case of 6 people, an escort will be present from Italy.

Day 1

Arrival at Kathmandu

Arrival at Kathmandu (1350 m / 4428 ft).

Day 2

Kathmandu valley sightseeing

Kathmandu valley sightseeing.

Day 3

Kathmandu – Chisopani (2300 m)

Kathmandu – Chisopani (2300 m / 7545 ft).
Duration: 5 hrs Trek.

Day 4

Trek to Gul bhanjyang (2200 m)

Trek to Gul bhanjyang (2200 m / 7215 ft).
Duration: 5 hrs.

Day 5

Trek to Magnigoth (3300 m)

Trek to Magnigoth (3300 m / 10825 ft).
Duration: 5 hrs.

Day 6

Trek to Melamchigaun (2560 m)

Trek to Melamchigaun (2560 m / 8399 ft).
Duration: 5 hrs.

Day 7

Trek to Tarke Gyang (2580 m)

Trek to Tarke Gyang (2580 m / 8465 ft).
Duration: 5 hrs .

Day 8

Trek to Kakani (2400 m)

Trek to Kakani (2400 m / 7872 ft).
Duration: 4 hrs.

Day 9

Back to Kathmandu (1350 m)

Back to Kathmandu (1350 m / 4428 ft).
Duration: 7 hrs.

* Itinerary does not include roundtrip flight to Nepal.

Equipment

Head:

Sun hat
Warm hat and scarf
Headlight

Face:

Sunscreen +40
Sunglass
Face wipes and towels

List for Hands:

Lightweight gloves
And warm Globes

Body clothing:

Down or fiber-filled jacket (the company will be provided in rent)
Down or fiber-filled jacket (the company will be provided in rent)
2 pairs of hiking t-shirts, preferably quick drying, possibly thermal tops for the treks
Fleece jacket and sweaters
Poncho and rain jacket
Socks, preferably cotton –mix
Lightweight cotton trekking pants with folding option

Lists of Footwear:

The proper Trekking Boots
Socks preferably cotton sports socks but take some extra pairs
Crampon (optional)

Essential gear:

Day Backpack above the 30 L
Pack covers and Thermal bottle
Water peals
Umbrella
Walking pole if you need it
Thick Sleeping bag
Deodorant
Laundry soap
Antibacterial Gel
Toiletries
Toothbrush
Shampoo

Personal accessories:

Camera
Cell Phone
Money wallet with Money
Padlocks
Plastic bag
Watch
Sewing kit
Extra p photos and passport photocopies

First aid Kit:

Diamox (acetazolamide)
Lozenges
Elastic bandages
Moleskin
Cotton bandages and band-aids
Lancing needle
Antibiotic eye-drops
Thermometer
Paracetamol
Sling
Painkillers
Antiseptic antibacterial cream or solution
Anti-emetic for nausea (not at high altitude)
Loperamide to control diarrhea
Norfloxacin or Cipro to cure diarrhea, other infections
Oral rehydration salts

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Cost includes

International and domestic Airport pick-up and drop by car.
Meals on the full-board basis (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner/ the main course) during the trek in the mountain.
An experienced and Knowledgeable English-speaking Govt. registered trekking guide.
All Food, Accommodation, Insurance, and transportation for porter and guide.
Langtang national park entrance fee.
2 nights - 3 star tourist hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast included.
TIMS Card (Trekkers Information Management System).
Trekking equipment such as the Sleeping bag, down jacket etc. on return basic.
Trekking lodge (Tea House) throughout the trek.
Assistant guide group size for more than 5 people in a group.
Kathmandu - Syaprubesi - Golabangyang - Kathmandu by local bus.
Supplementary snacks: energy bar and cookies.
Local porters to carry luggage (2 trekkers: 1 porter).
Seasonal fresh fruits desert every day.
Appreciation certificate after the successful trek.
Compressive first aids box.
Souvenir: Trekking route map/browser and printed ART company T-shirt
Company T-shirt.
Farewell Dinner at a typical Nepalese restaurant with traditional music and dance.
All the government and local taxes.

Cost excludes

International flight including taxes (about € 600/700).
Nepal entry visa fee.
Extra accommodation and meals behind schedule.
Extra drinks as alcoholic & non-alcoholic.
Surplus luggage charges for domestic airport.
Additional cost by out of management control due to the landscape, weather condition, illness, change of government policies, strikes, and physical condition etc.
Personal expense such as snacks, laundry, telephone, hot shower etc.
Travel insurance.
Tips for guide and porter.

Above the information is for a guide and standard pattern of what basically, we provide. the trip can be customized at your request and interests to accommodate your specific requirements.

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