Helambu Cultural Trek, Nepal

Helambu is relatively low altitude cultural trek near Kathmand

Helambu is relatively low altitude trek, is one of the most easily accessible short treks close to Kathmandu (Capital city of Nepal).

It can be completed in 11 days and is well supplied with lodges. The local inhabitants in Helambu are predominantly Tamang (One of the ethnic Groups of Nepal among 60), the Sherpa people inhabiting the higher villages particularly MELAMCHE GAON, TARKEGHAYANG & SHERMATHANG those which are also the highlight of the trek.

While most of the trek is at altitudes below 3000m, the high point at THAREPATI LA pass is 3600m and can experience snow most of the month. With a diverse range of brilliant green valleys, misty rhododendron forests and distant horizons of snowy peaks, Helambu is ideal for short staying visitor to experiences Nepal's walking tours.

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Itinerary / Highlights

Day01: Arrival in Kathmandu, hotel installation
Day02: Sightseeing in Kathmandu
Day03:Drive from Kathmandu to Sundarijal (1350m.) tehn trek to Chisapani( 2195m/5hrs)
Day04: Trek from Chisopani to Kutumsang (2446m/6hrs)
Day05:Trek from Kutumsang to Tharepati Pass (3650m/6hrs)
Day06:Trek from Tharepati to Melamchi Gaon (2670m/3.30hrs)
Day07: Trek Melamchi gaon to Tarkeghang(2830m/4hrs)
Day08: Trek tarkheghangy to Shermathan(2645m/4.30hrshrs)
Day09: Trek Shermathan to Melamchi pul( 1470m/4hrs)
Day09: Trek Shermathan to Melamchi pul
Day10: Trek Shermathan to Melamchi pul
Bus drive toKathmandu: it takes about 4 hrs to reach Kathmandu from Pul Bazaar, the road pass by Sipaghat, lamidanda, Banepa, Dhulikhale then to Kathmandu valley.
Day11: Visit Kathmandu valley
Day12: Departure

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Accommodation Details

3 Star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu in twin sharing basis, Lodge accommodation will be provided on trek