Helambu Cultural Trek

Tour Details

Introduction

The Helambu trek is a perfect short trek nearby Kathmandu Valley popular for its scenery and favourable climate. Despite being so close to Kathmandu, the Helambu region remains relatively unspoilt. Besides the Hyolmo culture of high mountain people, the company of green rhododendron waterfalls and snow-capped Himalayas make the trek one of the most diverse treks near Kathmandu. The Great Himalayan scenery at the border with Tibet and monasteries make a trek to the region an enthralling experience.

This trek is comparatively easier due to lower elevations ranging between 800m to 3600m offering less climbing as well as warmer temperatures. An important feature is that the area is less crowded & free from noise in comparison to the Annapurna and some parts of the Everest treks. Besides this, the trek offers a wide range of cultures and spectacular scenery.

Guidelines!

A travel insurance policy that covers medical treatment is recommended for all tourists.
Similarly, we recommend you to make sure that the insurance covers activities such as trekking, rafting etc. that you will be undertaking during your stay in Nepal
Getting special vaccinations are not necessary when visiting Nepal.
We still recommend that you consult with your physician regarding special immunizing against any tropical disease.
We recommend that you undertake training programs to be physically fit if you plan to go high-altitude trekking or mountaineering when you’re visiting Nepal.
Please make sure that salads and fruits are washed with purified water or peeled when eating out.
Beware of food that has been kept out in the open for long.
Always make sure that your water is clean by opting for boiled and then cooled water, treated water or sealed water from reputed brand.
Always carry a bottle of water when trekking or venturing off away from the city/ town.
Always carry and use mosquito repellant when in Terai region or during summers
We provide a handy medical first aid kit while travelling anytime with us

Day 1,Drive to Sundarijal (1hr) and trek (4.5 hrs) to Chisapani (2300m)

A 15 km drive from Kathmandu takes you to the starting point of the trek. On arrival at Sundarijal, you can visit Shivapuri watershed and Wildlife Reserve. The trail heads up to the concrete steps beside the pipeline which supplies drinking water for the valley. We leave the pipeline near the dam, and then on to Mulkharka, trekking up the ridge at around 1895m, some 600m above Sundarijal. There, you can take some time to relax in the convenient tea shops, and to enjoy the view back over the valley. We then continue walking to Chisapani from where stunning mountain views are to be had.

Overnight at a hotel in Chisapani. Meals: Lunch and Dinner

Day 2,Trek (6-7hrs) Chisapani to Kutumsang (2470m)

From Chisapani, the trail leads down to Pati Bhanjyang (1770m), a lovely small village. After reaching Pati Bhanjyang, the trail leads up and then down to the village of Gul Bhanjyang (2140m). From here the trail climbs up to 2620m and then again descends along the rocky route to Kutumsang.

Overnight at a teahouse in Kutumsang. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 3,Trek (5hrs) Kutumsang to Tharepati (3490m)

Following a ridge line, the trail continues via lightly populated forest to Magen Goth from where the view of Langtang and Gosaikunda peak is stunning, finally reaching Tharepati. This walk is one of the best ridge walks among all treks in Nepal.The trails to Gosaikunda branches off north - west from here.

Overnight at a teahouse in Tharepati. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 4,Trek (5-6hrs) Tharepati to Tarke Gyang (2620m)

Turning east, the trail rapidly descends down a ravine through the small Sherpa village of Malemchigaon (2530m) with splendid lodges and fine old and artistic Gompas.
The trail again descends leaving the village and crossing Malenchi Khola by a bridge at 1890m and making the long climb up the other side of the valley to Tarke Gyang, which is the largest village in Helambu.

Overnight at a teahouse in Tarke Gyang. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 5,Trek (3-4hrs) Tarke Ghyang to Sermathang (2620m)

The trails gently descend through a beautiful forest to Sermathang. It is the center of an important apple growing area from where a fantastic view of the Himalayas is seen.

Overnight at a teahouse in Sermathang. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 6,Trek (3-4hrs) Sermathang to Melamchi Pul Bazaar (846m) and drive (3-4hrs) back to Kathmandu

As we leave Sermanthang, the trail then continues to descend to Dubhachaur at 1500m, and then again steeply down to Malemchi (830m) where it meets the road. Drive back to Kathmandu (4 hours drive).

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

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Bhaskar

Bhaskar has been part of The Explore Nepal team since 1991 when he was 20 years old and is one of our most experienced trekking guides. “I fell in love with trekking on my first trip to into the Himalayas. It was the Annapurna circuit trek, which remains my favourite trek in Nepal. The 360 degree views of the 8000+m mountains never fail to impress me. Whilst witnessing local cultures in the villages along the way, this trek is also well supplied with many comfortable accommodation options”.

Chandra

Chandra has been working with The Explore Nepal Group for over 25 years. He comes from Solukhumbu and has always loved the mountains. He is our cook for our camping trips and definitely makes your camping holiday in Nepal worthwhile with his amazing tasting food. He says, “being remote and camping is what I love and also love to share what I cook.” He says, “being remote and camping is what I love and also love to share what I cook.”

Rup Naryan

Rup Narayan joined the company for his passion for outdoors in 1999 when he was 19. He is one of our teams most experienced rafting guides as well as having well over 1000 days of trekking in Nepal under his belt.

Aaman

A Kathmandu local, Aaman has great knowledge and love for Nepal’s capital city and the surrounding valley. He is passionate about sharing his Newari culture and enjoys exploring the city and Kathmandu valley with friends from all over the world”.