At a Glance
8 Days
Trekking, Sightseeing, Himalayan views, culture,Sherpa Culture, Rivers, Mountain view, Buddhist Monasteries
Oct, Nov, Dec, April, May
Moderate
1-18 Pax
Private vehicle, Tourist bus or flight
Lodge to Lodge Trek
Description
Highlight of the Helambu Trekking -
- Langtang Gosainkunda Helambu Trekking is the best way to explore the religious, cultural as well as historical of this place.
- Amazing views of beautiful snow capped mountains. Great view of Kathmandu valley and explore nature and cultures of Helambu.
Trip Summarize -
Helambu trekking is the shortest one which provides you with a great chance to explore the beautiful floras and faunas of Langtang region. Here the trek offers the panoramic views of many stunning Himalayas like Langtang range (7246m\23772ft.), Gaurishankar Himal (7134m\23405ft.), Dorje Lakpa (6966m\22854ft.), Manaslu (8163m\26781ft.). Experience in the great culture of mountainous people like Sherpa and Tamang, following their own different traditions, customs, rituals, and lifestyles.
During trekking on the trail, you can closely explore the beautiful settlements of people along with their culture, amazing wildlife like the leopard, musk deer, spotted deer, red panda etc. in beautiful forests of bamboo and pine.
Helambu trekking is one of the most well located of the short treks close to Kathmandu. While most of the trek is at low altitude below 3000m, the high point at Tharepati La pass is 3600m and can experience snow even during the main trekking seasons. You can also do langtang Gosaikunda Helambu trek for more days. Charming spot Chisapani, Tharepati for the Himalayan scenery, spectacular sunrise and sunset views of the Himalays.
Similarly view of monasteries, the different community with the majority of Tamang, Gurung, Sherpa people and their culture. This trekking considers an easy trekking. We encounter many different types of Nepalese Peoples villages and can inspect their rich Culture and tradition while hiking to Helambu. We not only enjoy the views of all surrounding Himalayas of Langtang. We have an opportunity to see green valleys along with agricultural farms and vegetation.
The trails across through many villages, hills, subtropical forest and involves a lot of ups and downs. We start trekking from Sundarijal up to Shivapuri hill and continue walking on deep forest. We further trek to Chisapani, Kutumsang and take the hike up to Thardepati, the highest elevation for overnight. From here, trails come further down to Sermanthang, Tarkeyghang and Melamchi Village from where we take transportation & back to Kathmandu.
Itinerary
Inclusions
- Airport pick up and departure and all ground transportation during trips
- Hotel in Kathmandu two or three star category in twin sharing bed and breakfast basis
- Kathmandu sightseeing with city tour guide
- Accommodation in lodge and full board meals during the trekking
- Govt. trained guide and necessary no.of porters with their insurance, salary and meals
- All entry fees TIMS card and entry Permit
- Domestic Flight according to Itinerary
- Sleeping bag and Down jacket for trek necessary equipment's during the trek
- One cultural show and dinner program
Exclusions
- International Flight major meals in cities\
- Airport tax and monuments entrance fees
- All personal expenses such as bar bills, beverage, snacks etc
- Tips to guide and porter and your insurance
Frequently Asked Question
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Trekking Group Size
We organize trekking in Langtang region for any number of people. If the group consists of more than 16 pax, we will split the group and arrange accordingly. We will assign one trek leader, one assistant leader for the group of four pax and porters (one porter between two members) to carry members luggage. This arrangement ensures that the group can still go ahead as scheduled itinerary despite any member gets sick on the way in the trekking. -
Experience and Health Requirements
Helambu trekking is considered a moderate trek suitable for those who can hike for 5 – 6 hours a day. Obviously hiking in the high altitude will not be so easy rather physically more demanding, however our itinerary is scheduled for the proper acclimatization while gradually gaining the altitude in the trekking. It will be advisable to have some walking and hiking or other outdoor activities for more than two weeks which will contribute to comfortable accomplishment in reaching there. No technical skills or use of crampons are required for this trekking. It is highly recommended for the trekkers to consult with the doctors before coming for this trekking. Trekkers who have asthma, allergy or any other diseases related to hurt, lungs should take more precaution for this trekking. -
Travel Insurance
Trekkers need to have traveling insurance which covers the comprehensive expenses that might incur due to medical issues or accidents (this includes air ambulance, helicopter rescue, and medical treatment costs). Insurance companies in Nepal do not provide travelling insurance for the foreigners and the trekkers need to get the travelling insurance from one of the international insurance companies. Sunrise Adventure Trek will have accident insurance for the trekking staff. -
Accommodations
Accommodation in Kathmandu will be arranged on twin sharing basis on BB plan except the extra cost for the single supplement (depending on the room availability) according to the choice of the standard of the hotels before and after the trekking. Accommodation during the trekking will be arranged at standard teahouses/ lodges with unheated rooms with wooden beds and foam mattresses on twin sharing basis. The trekkers will have to share washing and toilet facilities. If the trekker is a solo traveler, he/she will have to share a room with the trekker of same sex. -
Meals
Trekkers are provided three meals a day (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during Helambu trekking. They can enjoy wide variety of food from typical Nepali food, and Tibetan food to all types of international cuisine (Continental, Italian, and Indian). Unlike other trekking companies, Sunrise Adventure Trek allows trekkers to choose the food from the menu at the hotel / lodges in the trek. When the group is too big for the hotels/ lodges to provide individual dishes, set menu will be arranged in most places. We use the lodges / hotels which serve hygienic, nutritious and good food for the trekkers for them to get enough energy for the hiking. -
Acclimatization
Any trekker can get altitude sickness while trekking in the high altitude despite strong physically fitness. What is important is giving enough time for the proper acclimatization for the trekking. Sunrise Adventure Trek has planned the itinerary with gradual altitude gain giving enough time for acclimatization for the trekkers. Hiking slowly specially in the high altitude help prevent AMS ( Acute Mountain Sickness ). If anyone feels dizzy, suffer palpitation or severe headaches and loss of appetite, he / she will be moved to the lower altitude immediately or arrange the helicopter rescue in the severe case of AMS and the client has to pay for it. -
Equipment and Packing List
A variety of clothing is necessary for the Helambu trek. While choosing the equipment trekkers need give emphasis on two simple aspects: Lightweight and Functional. The items should be lightweight, dependable, and adaptable to a variety of extreme weather conditions. The quality of the trekking equipment you choose has a lot to do with how warm, dry, and safe you will remain. For this reason you have to be critical of quality and the proper fit of clothing. -
Clothing and personal
- T – shirts - Hiking shorts - Undergarments - Full sleeves shirts - Long light weight cotton pants - Fleece or wool pants (seasonal) - Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants. - Insulated pants / nylon windbreaker - Light and expedition weight thermal tops. - Fleece jacket or pullover - Waterproof shell jacket - Down jacket - Light warm fleece hat / woolen hat - Sun hat - Lightweight gloves. - Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof shell outer (seasonal). -
Foot Wear
- Hiking boots - Light and comfortable camp shoes - Thin, lightweight inner socks. - Thick, warm wool hiking socks -
Accessories
- Down Sleeping bag - Trekking bag / Duffle bag ( to carry for the porter ) - Day pack ( to carry with the trekkers to put the things required during the day time ) - Large plastic bags ( to keep items dry inside the trekking bag ) - Water bottle - Head lamp with spare bulb and batteries - Trekking poles - Personal medicine box - Sunglasses with UV protection. - Books, dairy, pen, walkman and any other game instruments -
Toiletries and Personal Hygiene
- Quick drying small towel - Toothbrush / paste - Soap - Face and body moisturizer - Sun block for lips - Tissues / toilet rolls - Wet wipes - Feminine hygiene products - Anti bacterial hands wash -
Trek Leader(s) and Staff
All our trek leaders are well experienced who have led trekking in Langtang region for more than eight years. Their in-depth knowledge about culture, custom, the geological surroundings as well as their professionalism, sincerity, and their hospitality make your dream of successful trek a enjoyable, memorable event in your life. Although our trek leaders are not highly educated, they are well experienced, professionally trained and posses good leadership skills to operate the trip smoothly. Their smiling faces, loving and caring attitude will make your even a hard walking day a pleasant one. All trekking staff of Sunrise Adventure Trek are locally employed and have the adequate knowledge about culture, ecosystem, flora, fauna, geography, history and the safety measures in running the trips. Their attitude and the efforts will be always concentrated on the less impact of the trekkers to the local culture, custom, nature and the eco system. -
Poter care
We are strongly committed to the porters rights. We make sure that they are well paid and have the proper clothing, foot ware and shelter. We are aware that no porter should be asked to carry a load that is too heavy for their physical abilities and the weight limit should be adjusted for altitude, weather and trail condition. We request our members not to have more than 15 kg weight of luggage to give to the porters. Porters who become sick while in the trekking are treated with high priority just like the other trekking staff or the members. If needed helicopter is sent and rescued in case of sever condition of sickness or accident. All porters are insured for sickness and accident. -
season
Nepal, as a tourist destination is good for all seasons, however, the best seasons for trekking to Langtang region are Spring (March – May) and Autumn (mid Sept. – mid Dec. ). Trekking in autumn season is noted for clear weather and excellent views of silvery mountains against blue sky. It gets colder towards the end of December. This trek can be done in any month except January and February. Helambu trekking can be done even during the monsoon season but not recommended. There a few avalanches prone area in this trekking route which makes it dangerous for trekking in winter season.
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