Nepal Treks
Trekking is a popular and extremely rewarding experience for many tourists in Nepal. Many villages in Nepal are only accessible by foot, so trekking opens up much of the country that would not be seen otherwise. Trekking paths are well traveled and well maintained which makes for easy navigation. Regularly spaced villages and guesthouses give you plenty of opportunities to rest and recover along the way. The following treks can be challenging, however, so they are not suggested for those who are not at least reasonably fit. If you are able to walk uphill for a few hours a day for several days in a row, you will be fine. If this sounds difficult, you should consider carefully before embarking on a trek.
Everest Base Camp Trek
Day 1 – KATHMANDU / LUKLA / PHAKDING 2652m
We will take a flight to Lukla from Kathmandu which takes approximately40 minutes. The elevation of Kathmandu is 1357 meters and Lukla is 2860 meters. Lukla is situated on a hill above Dudh Koshi River. Leaving Lukla the trail descends gradually passing through the large village of Chauri Kharka 2680m and through small villages, fields and forests following a wide well constructed path. We will be at Phakding in 3 or 4 hours walk from Lukla. Phakding is situated at an altitude of 2652 meters. This is our first night stop.
Day 2 – PHAKDING / NAMCHE BAZAAR 3440m
From Phakding the trail follows the western bank of Dudh Koshi passing through forests of Blue Pine until it reaches a village of Benkar. Beyond this village the trail crosses to the eastern bank of Dudh Koshi River beside a large rock with excellent example of “mani” carving on it and climbs gently to the village of Chumao. Between here and the next village of Monjo (2800m) the trail drops steeply to cross Monjo Khola which is fed by the mountains of Thamserku, Kangtega and Kusum Kanguru. From Monjo the trail crosses a small saddle behind a rock and then descends abruptly to re-cross the Dudh Koshi at Jorsale (2804m).On the cliff above the river it is possible to see the rare musk deer and Himalayan Thar. Beyond Jorsale the trail undulates up the western bank until the confluence with Bhote Koshi is crossed and we enter the Khumbu region. Above the bridge the trail zigzags up the steep spur between the two rivers following the ledges between bluffs, through sparse forest, until a resting place on a small level area is reached, after 300 meters of climbing. From the far end of this resting area, Sagarmatha (Mount Everest) can be seen rising above Nuptse – Lhotse wall.The next section of the trail climbs less steeply traversing above the Bhote Koshi until Namche Bazaar (3440m) the main trekking village in the Sagarmatha National Park is reached for overnight stay. Total walking time 6–7hours.
Day 3 – REST DAY AT NAMCHE BAZAAR
Today we are free at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization. We can go on walking to the Namche Bazaar and explore the area. Overnight stay at Namche Bazaar.
Day 4 – NAMCHE / THYANGBOCHE 3860m
After breakfast we will proceed towards Thyangboche which is set an altitude of 3860meters. The monastery of Thyangboche was founded about 80 years ago. Each year in November – December full moon the Mani Rimdu festival is celebrated here. We proceed towards Sarnasa. Bird life is rich in this area. We will descend to Teshinga gradually and then steeply to Phungi Tenga. From here we follow the trail which climbs steeply and then gradually to the saddle on which Thyangboche Monastery is located. The best views of Sagarmatha, Nuptse, Lhotse and Amadablam amongst other can be seen .Total walking time is 6-7 hours.Day 5 – THYANGBOCHE / PHERICHE 4243m
We follow the descent route to Diboche crossing the Imja Khola (river) and see an ascent for half hour and another half hour on flat land walk will take us to Pangboche (3985m). From Pangboche we walk along the Imja Khola crossing the village of Shomare on an easy trail and then walk on a gradual ascent to Pheriche 4243m crossing a number of villages including Hortse.Pheriche offers the views of Amadablam, Kantega, Tawache, Cho Oyu, Lobuje Peak etc.Total walking time 5–6 hours.Day 6 – PHERICHE / LOBUJE 4930m
From Pheriche we will take an easy walk for one hour to Tshambur and see uphill steeply to Thugla (4620m). Then again 2 hours steep ascent to Thugla Top and proceed through the Khumbu Glacier to Lobuje (4930m). We can see the views of Lobuje Peak, Pokhalde, Thamserku, Nuptse etc.Total walking time 6 hours. One may feel headache, uneasy which could be the symptom of altitude sickness at Thugla Top and advisable to avoid alcoholic drinks.Day 7 – LOBUJE / GOREKSHEP 5140M
We follow the trail frequently walking up and down throughout to our overnight stay place Gorekshep which takes 3 hours to reach there. Overnight at lodge. We can see LhoLa, Pumori, Everest, Nuptse, Khumbu Icefall and many others.Day 8 – GOREKSHEP / EVEREST BASE CAMP / GOREKSHEP
In the morning we proceed to Everest Base Camp through Khumbu Glacier and reach 5800 meters the Everest Base Camp. We carry packed lunch. Having absorbed the views of the majestic Himalayan Peaks we return back to Gorekshep for relaxation. We walk 5 hours round trip.Day 9 – GOREKSHEP / PHERICHE / PANGBOCHE
We take our return journey on the same route to Pheriche walking 6 hours.Day 10 – PANGBOCHE / NAMCHE
Walk to Namche Bazaar on the same route for 6-7 hour for overnight stay.
Day 11 – NAMCHE / LUKLA
This is the last day of our trekking and walk down to Lukla from Namche on the same route for 8 hours.Day 12 – LUKLA / KATHMANDU
Fly back to Kathmandu from Lukla.
Prices:
02-03 Persons: US$ 1240 per person in room sharing basis
04-05 Persons: US$ 1200 per person in room sharing basis
06-09 Persons: US$ 1155 per person in room sharing basis
Airfare:
$350 USD per person for Kathmandu / Lukla / Kathmandu
Price Includes:
-Sherpa guide (Sirdar) and necessary crew and porters
-National Park entrance fees TIMS and insurance for trek staffCOST EXCLUDES
-Airfare Kathmandu / Lukla / Kathmandu – mentioned separately
-Expenses of a personal nature such as beverages, laundry, phone-calls etc
-Insurance of any kind – whether for person or property
-Any cost for evacuation in case of emergency such as helicopter, porter carriageImportant Notes:
Annapurna Base Camp Trek
Day 1 – POKHARA / TOLKA 1700m
Drive from Pokhara to Kande on the Baglung highway for an hour. We then take the northern track through sparse settlement along rugged trail crossing thin rhododendron forest & shrubs to Thulo Kharka (Australian Camp). This takes about 2 hrs.
We proceed on to Pothana (1900m) for lunch stop. Post lunch we walk on gradual ascent to Bhichuk Deorali (2100m) and see a steep descent through thick forest of rhododendron on
stone paved stairs to Bhichuk where the trail eases until our first night halt at Tolka. Total walking time 6 hrs
Day 2 – TOLKA / CHOMRUNG 2170m
We descent gradually for an hour to Langdruk, a Gurung village which offers views of Annapurna South and Huin Chuli to the east with the photogenic Gurung village of Ghandruk to the west. From here we proceed to Nayapul through Himalpani on an easy trail before climbing to Jhinu Danda where lunch will be served. Post lunch we climb along the Modi Khola to Chomrung, which offers great view of peaks like Annapurna South, Mt. Machapuchre, Gangapurna, Gandarbha Chuli, Tent Peak, Glacier Dom and many others.
Total walking time 7 hrs
Day 3 – CHOMRUNG / DOBHAN 2600m
We descend down to the Chomrung Khola and climb uphill to Sinuwa Danda for 2 hrs on a rugged trail. From Sinuwa we walk uphill through rhododendron forest and along a ridge to Bamboo forest. After here, a walk along Modi Khola through thin vegetation will reach us to Dobhan for our night halt. Total walking time 7 hrs
Day 4 – DOBHAN / DEORALI 3200m
We walk uphill through forest along the Modi Khola to Himalaya Hotel which offers a view of Mt. Machapuchre that is different to that seen from Pokhara. We proceed further through shrubs crossing the famous Hinco Caveto Deorali for overnight stay. Total walking time 7 hrs
Day 5 – DEORALI / MACHAPUCHRE BASE CAMP 3700m
We follow the Modi Khola route on uphill to Bagar crossing a short glacier. From Bagar we go further uphill through rough track to Machapuchre Base Camp which is our night stop. Machapuchre Base Camp offers views of Mt. Machapuchre, Glacier Dom, Gangapurna, Tharpu Chuli, Gandarbha Chuli, Tent Peak, Barah Shikhar, Hiun Chuli and Annapurna South. Total walking time 5 hrs
Day 6 – MACHAPUCHRE BASE CAMP / ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP 4130m
We walk uphill for 3 hours to reach Annapurna Base Camp. Rest of the day is free to relax. The famous Annapurna Base Camp offers spectacular views. Overnight in lodge
Day 7 – ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP / DEORALI
A free morning while in the afternoon we walk down to Deorali, walking for 6 hrs.
Day 8 – DEORALI / SINUWA 2860m
Walk back to Sinuwa for 6 hrs. Overnight stay in lodge
Day 9 – SINUWA / GHANDRUK 1940m
We descend down to Chomrung Khola and take a steep ascent walk to Chomrung Village. From here, we walk on a flat land to Taulung before descending down to Kimrung Khola. From there we ascend to Komrong Danda through thick forest for 2 hrs. We reach Ghandruk for overnight stay having walked for 7 hrs. Ghandruk is a large Gurung village rich in traditional culture predominantly resided by the ex Gurkha Army. Overnight in lodge
Day 10 – GHANDRUK / NAYAPUL – POKHARA
We walk down to Seuli Bazaar along the left flank of the Modi Khola. From Seuli Bazar the trail eases and our walk continues through flat farmlands Until Birethanti. We cross Modi Khola there and walk another one hour to Nayapul to end our trek and drive back to Pokhara. Total walking time 4 hrs
Price:
02-03 Persons: US$ 1080 per person in room sharing basis
04-05 Persons: US$ 1030 per person in room sharing basis
06-09 Persons: US$ 1005 per person in room sharing basis
Airfare:
US$ 252 per person for Kathmandu / Pokhara / Kathmandu (if required)
COST INCLUDES
-Lodge based trek on Full Board
-Sherpa guide (Sirdar) and necessary crew and porters
-National Park entrance fees TIMS and insurance for trek staff
COST EXCLUDES
-Airfare Kathmandu / Kathmandu / Kathmandu – if required, mentioned separately
-Expenses of a personal nature such as beverages, laundry, phone-calls etc
-Insurance of any kind – whether for person or property
-Any cost for evacuation in case of emergency such as helicopter, porter carriage
IMPORTANT NOTES
We deem it mandatory that all guests have full insurance coverage, including helicopter evacuation in case of medical emergency, prior to commencing the trip. We reserve the right to refuse services otherwise. A copy of the insurance policy needs to be provided to us prior to the start of the tour.
POON HILL TREK
Day 1 – POKHARA – TAPADANI (2768m)
An uphill walk of 45 minutes will see us arrive at Ghandruk village. Aside from the closer view of Annapurna Range, this village is known for retired British and Indian army. After having lunch, walk through rhododendron forest to Tadapani (3 hrs)
Dinner & overnight at a Teahouse in Tadapani
An hour of up and down hill walk will see us at Banthanti, a small village. Our trek then gains elevation gradually through a forest to Deorali, a place that offers spectacular view of mountains such as Dhaulagiri, Tukche, Larjung Himal and others. Our trail eases from here until Ghorepani.
As arrival into Ghorepani will be by early afternoon, we suggest climbing Poon Hill (3210m) to see the sunset.
Overnight at Teahouse in Ghorepani
Overnight at Teahouse in Tikhedunga
Morning of easy level ground hike of 4 hours through farmlands and villages sees us reach Birethanti and another half an hour to Nayapul, where transportation awaits us.Prices:
02-03 Persons: US$ 595 per person in room sharing basis
04-05 Persons: US$ 570 per person in room sharing basis
06-09 Persons: US$ 560 per person in room sharing basisAirfare:
US$ 252 per person for Kathmandu / Pokhara / Kathmandu (if required)Price Includes:
-Lodge based trek on Full Board
-Sherpa guide (Sirdar) and necessary crew and porters
-National Park entrance fees TIMS and insurance for trek staff
Price excludes:
-Airfare Kathmandu / Kathmandu / Kathmandu – if required, mentioned separately
-Expenses of a personal nature such as beverages, laundry, phone-calls etc
-Insurance of any kind – whether for person or property
-Any cost for evacuation in case of emergency such as helicopter, porter carriage
Important notes:
We deem it mandatory that all guests have full insurance coverage, including helicopter evacuation in case of medical emergency, prior to commencing the trip. We reserve the right to refuse services otherwise. A copy of the insurance policy needs to be provided to us prior to the start of the tour.
