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Bungy jumping is taking the world by storm, particularly after having recently found additional venues within the highest mountain peaks in the world - the Himalaya mountain range. It’s a crazy sport that has some of the best views imaginable, if you don’t mind heights and being upside down. It has to be said that the Nepal bungy jump experience, with the longest free-fall to date, is nothing like you could imagine at 160 meters over the untamed waters of the Bhote Koshi. It is about a three hour drive from Kathmandu, the capital city of Nepal, to begin your adrenalin pumping adventure.
At the moment there is only one bungy jumping agency operating in Nepal, known as ‘The Last Resort’. This agency hosts some of the most experienced jump masters in the field of bungy jumping. The jump they offer was designed by one of the leading consultants in New Zealand and abides by the strict international standards, thus guaranteeing the utmost safety from beginning to end. The bungy jump in Nepal takes place from a 166 meter steel suspension bridge that is Swiss designed and made specifically for bungy jumping with a safety factor of x4 and a loading factor of 4.5t or 41,500kg. Interestingly, before the bridge was constructed, surrounding villagers would have to walk for about 5 hours in order to cross the river gorge safely.
The Last Resort offers a full package for adrenalin junkies. On the first day of your bungy jumping experience you will be provided with both lunch and dinner which will take place around the jump. As the time nears the anticipation almost seems too much before being transported off to the bungy jump site. It must be said, nothing can prepare you for this most unforgettable jump you will make. You will then spend the night at the resort, however, your experience does not stop here. On the second day you will enjoy a wonderful breakfast before you are once again whisked away from ‘The Last Resort’ to a site close to where you had previously jumped, this time you will get up close and personal, viewing the scenery from a totally different perspective while white river rafting and completing the Bhote koshi which entails 80 of the most challenging rapids. Lunch will then be provided before you make your way to your outside accommodation.
Itinerary Detail
Day 01:
Drive to Last Resort (Ultimate Bungy Sport) After arrival briefing and preparing for Bungy and after the jump rest and overnight at Last Resort or drive back to Kathmandu. This is the short day trip to Bungy in Nepal. If you have enough time then you can plan ahead as given below.
Day 02:
After breakfast beautiful canyoning trip to The Bhote Kosi River cliff. This is also one of the most exciting adventure trip combining with Byungy.
Day 03:
True adrenaline rafting trip on Bhote Koshi River for every adventure lover can enjoy its many challenging rapids and overnight camp.
Day 04:
After breakfast continue rafting again and after that drive to Kathmandu. Above package program departures everyday from Kathmandu office. For details please make an inquiry to us or book this trip now.
Cost for Bungy jumping: 59 Euro Per person with sharing basis.(Other)
Cost for Bungy jumping: NPR 2900 Per person with sharing basis.(For Nepali)
 | I was told that the best season for Mt. Everest tour is March - May and September - October. However in order to experience the Tibet Mountain Festival (15, July). I took a flight to Lhasa Airport in July. Wang, the travel guide, met me at the Lhasa Airport.From Lhasa Airport to Mt. Everest: It was a rain day, Wang told me that there are two routes to chose: a southern old road and a northern new motorway from Lhasa Gyantse to Shigatse (~670 km) . On the way, we enjoyed the beautiful scenes, fresh air of the World's Roof very much, as well as many famous sightseeing spots (It will be described in other articles). Finally we arrived the Longpu Temple. Longpu Temple is located at the end of the famous Longpu Glacier of Mt. Everest. It was built in 1899, At 5,154 m (16,909 ft) altitude, this is the highest temple in the world. Longpu Temple belongs to Red religion of Tibetan Buddhism. It has a major temple and 8 attached temples. Today it becomes the Base Camp of Mt. Everest climbers. Longpu Temple provides quite a number of rooms for tourists to stay. It becomes the highest hotel in the world. From here you can get the best view of Mt. Everest. A little Snack Bar on Mt. Everest: Beside the Longpu Temple, the local Tibetan opened a little Snack Bar. I found almost all the guests here went to that little Snack Bar first. We went in there too. Soft drink, wine, noodle, cake . . . are provided here. Quite comfortable in compare with driving on the mountain roads. We were relaxed. The View of Mt. Everest: Sat in the Little Snack Bar, I looked at the direction of Mt. Everest. Unfortunately the dark clouds occupied the sky, I could not see any profile of the mountain. "You had to wait . . . " Wang smiled, "The Third Goddess" will show you her beauty". The cloud gradually disappeared . . . "See, this is the "Flag Cloud", when it reached the top of Mt. Everest, the wind over there is very strong - equal to 9 grade." I saw some clouds around the mountain top, moving fast like the flags. Great! Mt, Everest getting clear and clear. From here to view Mt. Everest, it was a huge triangle shaped tower, with its large bottom melted into the Earth, its top penetrated into the Heaven. On its north range, 3 great glaciers (East, Middle and West Longpu Glaciers) extending like a huge tree from bottom to the top of mountain. What a magnificent view! I gazed Mt. Everest, I could not move my sight. People said that stood on the Roof of the World, you felt the smallness of yourself. It's true. And when you stood in front of Mt. Everest, this feeling was extremely strong! The time was 9 PM already, everybody was waiting for the magic moment - The sun set light will staining the whole peak of Mt. Everest into a red color. I never imaging "The Third Goddess" can be so charming and powerful. Oh! My Goddess! It;s getting dark and the wind became very strong. We returned to the little Snack Bar. All excited and trying to chat about the unique feelings which you never be able to experience anywhere else. Several Germans started to drink beers. Two of my friends joined them. A Chinese group showed their treasure - a bottle of rice wine contains 70% alcohol - and invited us. Drinking such strong alcohol on the altitude of >5,000 m was not a delight game. I felt slight worrying for my friends. The I saw a hill of empty wine bottles accumulated along the wall. It seems many heroes had done the drink celebrations here. I asked the boss of the Bar if any guest was ill and had to be transported down to the medical camp. He smiled mysteriously and answered: "No, only non-drinkers had to go to the doctors". Tibetan Mountain Festival: 17 July 1999 (Tibetan Calendar 4th June) was the Tibetan Mountain Festival. Tibetans believe this was the date when the Buddha give the first religious lecture. Tibetans wear new clothes, come to Longpu Temple attending the religious ceremony. Then they were singing and dancing outside the Temple until late night. | |
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The Land:
The terrain rises from the terai, the southern plains covered with tropical jungles and fertile farmland at almost sea level, to the high Himalayan mountains in the north with the valleys and lush green hills in between within a distance of less then 200 km. Eight of the 10 highest peaks in the world lie in Nepal. The People:
Nepal’s many ethnic groups are as varied as its land with their own languages and cultures. In the Kathmandu valley are Newars, whose artistry have earned them an international reputation. The Sherpas of the Himalayas are known as tough mountain climbers. Brahmins and Chhettris are scattered over the hills and valleys, and Tamang are found in the districts around Kathmandu valley. The Rais, Limbus, Magars and Gurungs of the mid hills have earned as Gurkhas soldiers. Lowland ethnic group s such as the Maithali, Bhojpuri and Tharu enhance the colorful mosaic, the population of Nepal is about 23 million. The Climate:
Nepal contains a variety of climatic conditions ranging from the tropical heat of the Terai plains to the freezing cold of the high Himalayas. The mid hills, particularly the Kathmandu valley, are pleasant with warm summer and cool winter. Temperature range between a maximum of 37 and a minimum of 8 degree Celsius in the plains, 28 and 2 degree Celsius in Kathmandu valley, and between, 6 and 16 degree Celsius in the mountains. The rainy season lasts from June to August What to wear:
Medium weight and easy to wash cottons can be a good choice year around in the Kathmandu valley. From October to February, woolen sweaters, Jackets or similar other outfits are necessary. Short or long sleeved shirts are good from March through May. From June to September, light and loose garments are advisable. Wild Life:
Nepal provides shelter to over 30 species of large wild animals and approximately 180 species of mammals. The rhinoceros, tigers, crocodiles, snow leopard red panda, Himalayan black dear, and many others beasts are found Nepal's jungles.Nepal is also a haven for birds and over 800 species, representing approximately 10% of the world's population are found here. There are more then 650 species of butterflies and over 6,000 species of months.
Language:
Nepali, written in the Devanagari script, is national language as well as the lingau Franca for Nepal ’diverse communities. Many languages and dialects are the spoken in the Kingdom, however, only 8 (Nepali, Maithali, Bhojpuri, Tharu, Tamang, Gurung, Rais, Limbus, Newari, Sherpas and Nepalbhasa) are spoken by more then half million people. English and Hindi are widely understood in the urban centers and places frequented by tourists Currency:
Nepalese Currency is the rupee (Aubrey. RS wish is divided into 100 paisa, bank notes come in denominations of 1000, and 500,50,20,10,5,2 and 1 rupees. Approximate exchange rate at the time of going to press US$ 1= RS 70.00 
Cultural Sightseeing of Boudhanath, Pashupatinath and the oldest Temple Changunarayan of World Heritage, Short and Sweet famous Langtang Circuit Trek , Views of Holy Gosainkunda Lake, views of Langtang range, Ganesh Himal, Dorie Lakap, Nayakangri and Langshisa. Diversified Ethnic Culture on Trek Area.
- Dates: Daily
- Best Season: September to June
- Duration: 18 Days
- Trekking Days: 14 Days
- Grade: Hard-Medium
- Maximum Altitude: 4360m
- Commences At: Dhunche - Rasuwa
- Ends At: Chisopani - Kathmandu
- Code: HL - II
Price: $ 1260 Per Person
Itinerary
| Day 01 | Arrival in Kathmandu |
| Day 02 | Half Day Cultural Sightseeing in Boudhanath, |
| Pashupati and Changunarayan | |
| Day 03 | Kathmandu to Trisuli Bazaar/ Start Trek to Syabrubeshi |
| Day 04 | Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel |
| Day 05 | Lama Hotel to Langtang |
| Day 06 | Langtang to Kyanjin Gompa |
| Day 07 | Kyangjing Gompa to Lama Hotel |
| Day 08 | Lama Hotel (3600m) to Thulo Syabru |
| Day 09 | Thulo Syabru to Sing Gompa |
| Day 10 | Sing Gompa to Laurebina Yak |
| Day 11 | Lauberina Yak to Goisakund |
| Day 12 | Gosainkunda to Gopte |
| Day 13 | Gopte to Tharepati |
| Day 14 | Tharepati to Gul Bhanjyang |
| Day 15 | Gul Bhanjyang to Chisopani |
| Day 16 | Chisopani to Kathmandu |
| Day 17 | Leisure in Kathmandu |
| Day 18 | Departure Kathmandu. |
Starts with an overland journey to Dunche, the main trading post of the area. From here we spend four days hiking up through this beautiful alpine valley to Kyangjin where we rest for a day for some exploration of the high mountains and glacial systems. Here, mountains raise soaring towards the sky. The landscapes we cross are extremely varied; rice-terraces, gigantic rhododendron, pine forest, and in the highest parts, a rock and shrub wilderness with the fascinating backdrop of snow capped peaks. This trek also provides a chance to observe one of a holy site of Hindu and Buddhist the sacred Gosainkunda Lake. We cross the Laurebinayak pass (4600 meters) and drop into the lush Helambu region and different cultural experiences eventually finishing the trek an hours drive from Kathmandu. This trek offers fascinating views of Langtang range, Ganesh Himal, Dorje Lakap, Nayakanga, and Langshisa etc.Details:
Day 01 - Arrival in KathmanduItinerary:
Today is your arrival. We welcome you upon your arrival at Kathmandu’s Tribhuvan International Airport. Transfer to Hotel in Kathmandu or your choice of Hotel in Kathmandu Valley (Kathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur).Arrival city briefing follows after Hotel check in concerning the necessary formalities on your tour and trek program. Depending upon your arrival time you may spend free time visiting nearby historic / Countryside areas or resting.
Day 02 - Half Day Cultural Sightseeing in Boudhanath, Pashupati and Changunarayan
Half day Cultural sightseeing in World Heritage sites of Kathmandu and Bhaktapur where your guide will accompany you on a tour of UNESCO enlisted Hindu temples and the unique fusion shrines of Newari architectural Hinduism and Buddhism reflecting ancient golden era in local traditions for the glories. There is time to explore the city’s many places of interest with your guide or take a rest while trekking permits are finalized .In the evening sample a delicious traditional Nepali dinner in authentic Nepali Restaurant with the cultural dances that represents different customs and music instrument of Nepal. Overnight Hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 03 - Kathmandu to Trisuli Bazaar (1940m)/ Trek to Syabrubeshi (2150m)
Our morning transport from Kathmandu takes us all the way through to Dunche, which lies on the east bank high above the Trishuli River. Beginning the trek from here allows us to cover some of the best trekking country in Nepal, where relatively few foreign trekkers visit. The route to Syabrubeshi follows the road up to a ridge at 1800, then continues for a short distance to Tamang Village of Thulo Bharkhu..About 100 m from the village the road crosses a small stream with some water –driven mills. The hike gets delightful through occasional pine and Rhododendron forests. After a short climb, the trail reaches a ridge crest at 2300, where the trek originally enters the Langtang valley.There are views of Snow peaks in Tibet, west to Ganesh Himal and east t oNaya Kangri and Ganja la peaks. A short, steep downhill through the Bamboo forests leads to Syabru at 2100m. (3 hrs)
Day 04 - Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel (2470m)
After leaving our hotel we cross the Bhote Kosi River by a suspension bridge towards ‘old’ Syabrubesi, a cluster of houses and a school opposite the river. Another suspension bridge carries us over the south side of the Langtang Khola, this river we will be following upwards for the next couple of days. We climb slowly to Doman (1680m) and continue over a rocky ridge to Landslide Lodge and Hot Spring restaurant; named after a small hot spring on the opposite river bank at 1810 meter. The trail now climbs gently up to Bamboo Lodge where we will enjoy our lunch. Opposite the river we will see near vertical cliffs covered with cactuses. After Bamboo we cross the Langtang Khola on a new suspension bridge to the north bank. The forest becomes sparser and drier on this side of the river, consisting mainly of scrub oaks and nettles. We climb steeply on a good trail to Rimche (2510m). We have now finished most of today’s climbing and descend slowly to Lama Hotel where we will spend the night (6 hrs).
Day 05 - Lama Hotel to Langtang (3430m)
The day starts with a gentle climb, but it soon becomes steeper, climbing through a forest of hemlocks, oaks, maples and rhododendron. Beautiful views of Langtang Lirung (7246m) can be seen from the trail. After little more then an hour we pass two lodges in the forest at Gumanchok (2800m), from where we climb to a Nepal army post and a national park checkpoint at Ghora Tabela (2970m). The trail asvends gradually, as the valley becomes wider. We will pass a few teashops at Thangshyap at 3140 meter, where we will have our lunch. The route is now in open country, and passes many mani stones, water-driven prayer wheels and a few scattered Tamang villages before arriving in Langtang. This is a small village consisting of guesthouses and yak farms. The surrounding fields containing buckwheat, potatoes, wheat, turnips and barley have typical stone fencing walls (5 hrs).
Day 06 - Langtang to Kyanjin Gompa (3870m)
Walking through the village of Langtang we will pass many stone mani walls, covered with Tibetan inscriptions to please the gods. It then climbs up gradually past the small villages of Mumdu and Sindum. The trail continues through yak pastures. After crossing the Langtang Khola to its south bank we climb up through a landscape scattered with large boulders to a moraine where we will have the first views of Kyanjin Gompa ahead of us, and the dramatic icefall flowing from Langtang Lirung and Langtang Kinshung (6781m) north of us. Our route weaves through the large boulders to a gompa and from here it’s a short descent to Kyanjin Gompa. It is easy to reach our destination before lunch, allowing time to acclimatize and explore the surroundings. One of the options is a hike to one of the good viewpoints. To the north of Kyanjin Gompa is the Kyanjin Ri (4773m), which is a two-hour climb. From here we have a great view over the mountain range in the west, including Langshisha Ri (6370m), Gang Chhenpo (6388m) and Dorje Lakpa (6966m). (3hrs, to the viewpoint and back is about another 3 hrs).
Day 07 - Kyangjing Gompa to Lama Hotel (2470m)
Today we follow our route back to Lama Hotel, the trail goes with a few short exceptions most of its way downwards, descending around 1400 meter back to Lama Hotel (5 hrs).
Day 08 - Lama Hotel (3600m) to Thulo Syabru (2260m)
We take the same route until we reach the Landslide lodge where we take the upper trail to reach Thulo Syabru. The trail goes up for around 400 meter, and passes a bhatti at U Kyang on the ridge before arriving at the pleasant village of Thulo Syabru, with its many elaborate carved windows (6 hrs).
Day 09 - Thulo Syabru to Sing Gompa (3330m)
Today we start our trek passing the gompa, school and army post, and then switchback up the steep hill above the village to Dursagang (2660m). The trail continues less steeply from now, mostly in forest of hemlock and oak to the top of the ridge at Foprang Danda, where we will have lunch. The trail to Sing Gompa cuts across the ridge top, staying fairly level as it crosses the head of the valley. After passing the final ridge at 3260 meter we will arrive at Sing Gompa (4 hrs).
Day 10 - Sing Gompa to Laurebina Yak (3920m)
The trail of today climbs steeply up the ridge, which creates a transition zone between rich, moist forests on the northern slopes and dry scrub vegetation on the slope facing south. The area on the northern slope is a sanctuary for the red panda, an endangered species that the Nepali calls cat bear. The trail crosses behind the ridge and stays in the deep forest for a while before emerging onto a saddle at Chalang Pati. From here we enter the Goisakund protected area where the killing of animals, lighting of wood fires and grazing of goats is prohibited. As the trail ascends there are outstanding views across Langtang valley to Langtang Lirung. It is possible to continue to Goisakund on the same day, but for acclimatization reasons it is wiser to stay in Lauberina Yak. Morning views from this small settlement are excellent – we can see the Annapurnas, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal and Langtang Hirung (3 hrs).
Day 11 – Lauberina Yak to Goisakund (4360m)
We start by climbing further along the ridge till we see the first lakes at around 4200 meter. The trail now leaves the ridge and heads high above the Trisuli valley. After the trail crosses a spur, the second lake in the chain (Bhairav Kund) comes into view. The trail climbs gently but continuously to the third and largest lake, Goisakund. Goisakund Lake has a black rock in the middle, said to be the head of Shiva. According to the legend, Shiva created the lake when he pierced a glacier with his trident to obtain water to quench his thirst after consuming poison. Hundreds of pilgrims come here to worship and bathe during the full-moon festival each August. It takes about 45 minutes to walk around the lake (3 hrs).
Day 12 - Gosainkunda to Gopte (3440m)
The first part of the trail climbs further through rugged country passing three more small lakes towards Laurebina La pass (4610m). There is a good view from this pass in both directions. After the pass, the trail descends alongside a stream through alpine country to the national park post at Bhera Goth. We continue descending over a rocky trail along the middle of the valley to Phedi (3740m) for lunch. From Phedi the route drops to a stream and then climbs through scrub bamboo to a crest at 3750 meter. From here we climb in and out ravines across the head of the valley to Gopte (7 hrs).
Day 13 - Gopte to Tharepati (3640m)
The trail continues up ravines and across the boulders of old moraines below the wreckage of
a Thai Airlines plane that crashed here in bad weather in 1992. Make a final ascent to Tharepati on the ridge at 3490m from where we can see the Helambu region. We will arrive around noon and rest of the day we can just relax (3 hrs).
Day 14 - Tharepati to Gul Bhanjyang (2492m)
In the morning we walk through the alpine country side with meadows and scrubs typical for high elevation. We will enter the forest again and follow the ridges before descending to Magen Goth.
Two lodges are remaining from a former army camp. The trail gently climbs to a small pass at Mere Danda at 3510 meter before descending through rhododendron forest inhabited by only a few shepherds’ huts. The trail continues further down to Kutumsang from where we continue to the nearby Gul Bhanjyang , which is a delightfullk classic hill village (6 hrs).
Day 15 - Gul Bhanjyang to Chisopani (2194m)
We start by descending down a forested ridge to the long, strung-out village of Thodang Betini (2260m). From here we climb up around 200 meters to the top of the Jhogin Danda ridge and descend over a stone staircase to the teashops at Chipling. Continuing our way down past Brahman and Chhetri villages and through meadows and fields we finally reach Chisopani, which resembles an unfinished tourist resort (5 hrs).
Day 16 - Chisopani to Kathmandu
We start the day by climbing up the last pass of the trek at Borlang Bhanjyang, which lies at 2240 meter. From here we descend steeply through deeply eroded chasms towards the Tamang settlement of Mulkharka at 1800 meter. From here on it is a short bit to Sundarjial as we walk past the local water supply system and follow the water pipe to this village. From Sundarijal we can take local transportation, or have our private transport waiting for us to bring us back to Kathmandu (4 hrs). Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 17 – Leisure in Kathmandu
Leisure Time in Kathmandu. It’s indeed time for the souvenir hunting around Kathmandu’s noted places having optional trip to tranquil historic Heritages in your own or with us or with our versatile guide. We provide extra drive and drop services anywhere
Day 18- Departure Kathmandu.
Our Tour officer meets you in Hotel for the Departure Transfer to Kathmandu’s International Airport. We will be always welcoming you back to Nepal for various other stunning Trekking or looking forward to serving you in our other country travel arrangements.
World Heritage Cultural sightseeing, Popular Trek, Alpine scenery, chance to mix with the Ethnic Tamang.Great flora and fauna, river side walking, Close to Kathmandu, Ganesh Himal ranges, Lantang, Dorje Lakpa, Phurbi Chyachu Mountain views. Quiet and Meditating trekking Lodges having opportunities to mix with local residents.
- Dates: Daily
- Best Season: September to June
- Duration: 12 Days
- Trekking Days: 8 Days
- Grade: Medium-Easy
- Maximum Altitude: 4290m
- Commences At: Dhunche - Rasuwa
- Ends At: Dhunche - Rasuwa
- Code: HL - I
Price: $ 895 per Person
Itinerary
| Day 01 | Arrival in kathmandu |
| Day 02 | Half Day Cultural Tour to Pahupatinath, Boudhnath, |
| Changunarayan Temple | |
| Day 03 | Kathmandu to Trisuli Bazaar |
| Start Trek to Syabrubeshi | |
| Day 04 | Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel |
| Day 05 | Lama Hotel to Langtang |
| Day 06 | Langtang to Kyanjin Gompa |
| Day 07 | Kyangjin Gompa |
| Day 08 | Kyangjing Gompa to Lama Hotel |
| Day 09 | Lama Hotel to Syabrubesi |
| Day 10 | Syabrubesi to Kathmandu |
| Day 11 | Leisure in Kathmandu |
| Day 12 | Departure Kathmandu |
A trek to Langtang valley starts with an overland journey to Syabrubesi, a small string of shops and hotels. Langtang is a narrow valley that lies just south of the Tibetan border. It is sandwiched between the Himalayan range to the north and a slightly lower range of peaks to the south. This area was designated Nepal’s first Himalayan national park in 1971. This high and isolated region is inhabited by the Tamangs, whose religious practices, language and dress are more similar to those of Tibet then to the traditions of their cousins in the middle hills. According to a legend a lama following a runaway yak discovered the valley. Hence the name – lang its Tibetan for yak, and teng means to follow. Though the area is relatively close to Kathmandu, the region sees far fewer trekkers than Everest and Annapurna. This trek is easily combined with the Gosainkund Trek.Details:
Day 01 - Arrival in KathmanduItinarary Details:
Today is your arrival.We welcome you upon your arrival at Kathmandu’s Tribhuvan International Airport. Transfer to Hotel in Kathmandu or your choice of Hotel in Kathmandu Valley (Kathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur).Arrival city briefing follows after Hotel check in concerning the necessary formalities on your tour and trek program. Depending upon your arrival time you may spend free time visiting nearby historic/Countryside areas or resting.
Day 02 - Half Day Cultural Tour to Pahupatinath, Boudhnath, Changunarayan Temple
Half day Cultural sightseeing in World Heritage sites of Kathmandu and Bhaktapur where your guide will accompany you on a tour of UNESCO enlisted Hindu temples and the unique fusion shrines of Newari architectural Hinduism and Buddhism reflecting ancient golden era in local traditions for the glories. There is time to explore the city’s many places of interest with your guide or take a rest while trekking permits are finalized .In the evening sample a delicious traditional Nepali dinner in authentic Nepali Restaurant with the cultural dances that represents different customs and music instrument of Nepal. Overnight Hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 03 - Kathmandu to Trisuli Bazaar (1940m)/ Start Trek to Syabrubeshi(2150m)
Our morning transport from Kathmandu takes us all the way through to Dunche, which lies on the east bank high above the Trishuli River. Beginning the trek from here allows us to cover some of the best trekking country in Nepal, where relatively few foreign trekkers visit. The route to Syabrubeshi follows the road upto a ridge at 1800, then continues for a short distance to Tamang Village of Thulo Bharkhu..About 100 m from the village the road crosses a small stream with some water –driven mills. The hike gets delightful through occasional pine and Rhododendron forests. After a short climb, the trail reaches a ridge crest at 2300, where the trek originally enters the Langtang valley.There are views of Snow peaks in Tibet, west to Ganesh Himal and east t oNaya Kangri and Ganja la peaks. Ashort, steep downhills through the Bamboo forests leads to Syabru at 2100m. (3 hrs)
Day 04 - Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel (2470m)
After leaving our hotel we cross the Bhote Kosi River by a suspension bridge towards ‘old’ Syabrubesi, a cluster of houses and a school opposite the river. Another suspension bridge carries us over the south side of the Langtang Khola, this river we will be following upwards for the next couple of days. We climb slowly to Doman (1680m) and continue over a rocky ridge to Landslide Lodge and Hot Spring restaurant; named after a small hot spring on the opposite river bank at 1810 meter. The trail now climbs gently up to Bamboo Lodge where we will enjoy our lunch. Opposite the river we will see near vertical cliffs covered with cactuses. After Bamboo we cross the Langtang Khola on a new suspension bridge to the north bank. The forest becomes sparser and drier on this side of the river, consisting mainly of scrub oaks and nettles. We climb steeply on a good trail to Rimche (2510m). We have now finished most of today’s climbing and descend slowly to our selected teahouse where we will spend the night (6 hrs).
Day 05 - Lama Hotel to Langtang (3430m)
The day starts with a gentle climb, but it soon becomes steeper, climbing through a forest of hemlocks, oaks, maples and rhododendron. Beautiful views of Langtang Lirung (7246m) can be seen from the trail. After little more then an hour we pass two lodges in the forest at Gumanchok (2800m), from where we climb to a Nepal army post and a national park checkpoint at Ghora Tabela (2970m). The trail asvends gradually, as the valley becomes wider. We will pass a few teashops at Thangshyap at 3140 meter, where we will have our lunch. The route is now in open country, and passes many mani stones, water-driven prayer wheels and a few scattered Tamang villages before arriving in Langtang. This is a small village consisting of guesthouses and yak farms. The surrounding fields containing buckwheat, potatoes, wheat, turnips and barley have typical stone fencing walls (5 hrs).
Day 06 - Langtang to Kyanjin Gompa (3870m)
Walking through the village of Langtang we will pass many stone mani walls, covered with Tibetan inscriptions to please the gods. It then climbs up gradually past the small villages of Mumdu and Sindum. The trail continues through yak pastures. After crossing the Langtang Khola to its south bank we climb up through a landscape scattered with large boulders to a moraine where we will have the first views of Kyanjin Gompa ahead of us, and the dramatic icefall flowing from Langtang Lirung and Langtang Kinshung (6781m) north of us. Our route weaves through the large boulders to a gompa and from here it’s a short descent to Kyanjin Gompa. It is easy to reach our destination before lunch, allowing time to acclimatize and explore the surroundings. One of the options is a hike to one of the good viewpoints. To the north of Kyanjin Gompa is the Kyanjin Ri (4773m), which is a two-hour climb. From here we have a great view over the mountain range in the west, including Langshisha Ri (6370m), Gang Chhenpo (6388m) and Dorje Lakpa (6966m) (3 hrs, to the viewpoint and back is about another 3 hrs).
Day 07 - Kyangjin Gompa (3730m)
Today we stay in Kyajin Gompa to explore a bit more of the Langtang valley. Our trail descends a little to the old abandoned VTOL airstrip, and then follows the river upstream to some herders’ huts at Jatang (3840m). We will continue to climb slowly up the valley until we are surrounded by the mountain amphitheatre with Langshisha Ri, Langshisha Kharka and Dorje Lakpa towering high above us. We will descent vack to Kyajin Gompa after our lunch.
Day 08 - Kyangjing Gompa to Lama Hotel (2470m)
Today we follow our route back to Lama Hotel, the trail goes with a few short exceptions most of its way downwards, descending around 1400 meter back to Lama Hotel (5 hrs).
Day 09 - Lama Hotel to Syabrubesi
For variation we will follow the so called ‘high’-route back to Syarubesi. This trail splits of the route we took upwards shortly after leaving Lama Hotel. The route goes to the small village of Syarpagaon, and continues onto Bhanjyanggaon and Khangjung before descending back to Syabrubesi. This was the primary route to Langtang before the new trail (which we followed on our way up) was build (6 hrs).
Day 10 - Syabrubesi to Kathmandu
We return back from Sybrubeshi to Kathmandu after the breakfast.It takes nearly 6 hours comfortable drive. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 11 - Leisure in Kathmandu
Leisure Time in Kathmandu. It’s indeed time for the souvenir hunting around Kathmandu’s noted places having optional trip to tranquil historic Heritages in your own or with us or with our versatile guide. We provide extra drive and drop services anywhere
Day 12 - Departure Kathmandu.
Our Tour officer meets you in Hotel for the Departure Transfer to Kathmandu’s International Airport. We will be always welcoming you back to Nepal for various other stunning Trekkings or looking forward to serving you in our other country travel arrangements.
Beautiful forests, interesting Sherpa villages.Apple Farming, Valley in the base of Central Himalayan Ranges, Gorgeous vegetation, Diversified Ethnic people, Ever happily welcomed trekking zone. Famous trekking in the past of its easy access and vast Natural pleasure.
- Dates: Daily
- Best Season: Four Season Trekking
- Duration: 11 Days
- Trekking Days: 07 Days
- Grade: Medium-Easy
- Maximum Altitude: 3640m
- Commences At: Chisopani - Kathmandu
- Ends At: Melamchi Bazar
- Code: HHL - I
Price: $ 800 p/p
Itinerary
| Day 01 | Arrival in Kathmandu |
| Day 02 | Half Day Sightseeing in Pashupatinath, Boudhanath Stupa |
| and Changunarayan Temple at Bhaktapur | |
| Day 03 | Drive Kathmandu to Chisopani |
| Day 04 | Chisopani to Gul Bhanjyang |
| Day 05 | Gul Bhanjyang to Tharepati |
| Day 06 | Tharepati to Melamchigaon |
| Day 07 | Melamchigaon to Tarke Gyang |
| Day 08 | Tarke Gyan to Sermathang |
| Day 09 | Sermathang to Kathmandu via Melamchi Pul Bazaar |
| Day 10 | Everest Mountain Flight Leisure in Kathmandu |
| Day 11 | Departure Kathmandu. |
Helambu Valley trek is a relatively low altitude one and it is close to Kathmandu, it is convenient yet surprisingly free of trekkers. The trek passes through some beautiful forests and very interesting villages on route. Along the way, we visit the homes of Brahmins, Tamangs and Sherpa people of Nepal. In the Helambu region, the Sherpas are quite distinct from the Sherpas of the Everest region in both language and customs. The ranges of mountains that rise above us match the diversity of the people we meet. From low altitudes, we have excellent views of mountains that include the Langtang range, the Annapurnas, Manaslu and even Everest on a clear day.Details:
Day 01 - Arrival In KathmanduItinerary Details:
Today is your arrival. We welcome you upon your arrival at Kathmandu’s Tribhuvan International Airport. Transfer to Hotel in Kathmandu or your choice of Hotel in Kathmandu Valley (Kathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur).Arrival city briefing follows after Hotel check in concerning the necessary formalities on your tour and trek program. Depending upon your arrival time you may spend free time visiting nearby historic/Countryside areas or resting.
Day 02 – Half Day Cultural Sightseeing in Pashupatinath, Boudhanath and Changunarayan
Half day Cultural sightseeing in World Heritage sites of Kathmandu and Bhaktapur where your guide will accompany you on a tour of UNESCO enlisted Hindu temples and the unique fusion shrines of Newari architectural Hinduism and Buddhism reflecting ancient golden era in local traditions for the glories. There is time to explore the city’s many places of interest with your guide or take a rest while trekking permits are finalized .In the evening sample a delicious traditional Nepali dinner in authentic Nepali Restaurant with the cultural dances that represents different customs and music instrument of Nepal. Overnight Hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 03 - Kathmandu to Chisopani (2140m)
Drive from Kathmandu to the Sundarijal northern edge of the Kathmandu valley for about 1 hour by private transport and start to hike up to Mulkharka, the sprawling Tamang settlement. The trail continues on a gentle climb through the forests ridges before it drops down to Chisopani (cold water) (2300m). Situated on the ridge from where you can see countless snow peaks. The sunrise on the Himalaya, from Annapurna to Everest, is particularly outstanding from this point. Stay overnight there (4 hrs).
Day 04 - Chisopani to Gul Bhanjyang (2140m)
The trail continues to drop down on a good, sometimes level and crosses meadows and fields to Pati Bhanjyang. This is a Brahman and Chhetri village on a saddle at the bottom of the ridge at 1860 meter. From here the trail starts climbing up again on a series of steep switchbacks to Chipling (2170m) where we can stop for lunch. At the upper end of this village the trail makes another steep, 200 meter, climb on a stone staircase to the top of the Jhogin Danda ridge. From the ridge the trail descends through forest to a large chorten (round Buddhist monument) overlooking the Tamang village of Gul Bhanjyang, which is a delightfull, classic hill village with a pleasant main street (6 hrs).
Day 05 - Gul Bhanjyang to Tharepati (3640m)
From Gul Bhanjyang the first part of the trail climbs up a steep, eroded trail through rhododendron forest passing only a few shepherds’ huts to a pass at 2580 meter. The treks proceeds north up the Yurin Danda ridge and affords views of Langtang and Gosaikund Peaks. We will cross the pass at 3510 meter before we descent to Magen Goth where we stop for lunch. Afterwards, we pick up the ascending/descending trail again, passing through forests, across flower-strewn meadows and crossing streams till we reach Tharepati (3640m) (6 hrs).
Day 06 - Tharepati to Melamchigaon (2530m)
From the northeren end of the village the trail turns east and drops steeply into a ravine. Here the vegetation changes to large firs, then oaks and rhododendrons, as we rapidly loos altitude. After crossing the Chhyadi Khola on a suspension bridge, the trail makes a short final ascent to the prosperous Sherpa village of Malamchigaon at 2530m. We will arrive here early and the rest of today’s time can be spent strolling around the village. Melamchigaon is a large prosperous Sherpa village with extensive fields of barley, corn and potatoes. The gompa (Tibetan Buddhist temple) here has a line of prayer flags at the front, brightly painted walls and statues of Guru Rimpoche and his consorts. It is local believe that Guru Rimpoche mediated in a cave above the village and wore robes made by dakinis (female angels) (5 hrs).
Day 07 - Melamchigaon to Tarke Gyang (2590m)
From the Melamchigaon gompa, the trail descends through jungle to a bamboo teashop at 2360 meter, then drops steeply through fields to the Malemchi Khola river. After crossing the
suspension bridge at 1890m the trail begins its long climb towards Tarke Gyang, which is the
largest village in the Helambu region. The stone houses here are build close together with narrow alleyways separating them. The gompa of this village has a large brass prayer wheel (6 hrs).
Day 08 - Tarke Gyan to Sermathang (2610m)
The trail leaves the village and makes a sweep around the wide valley to the pretty Sherpa village of Ganyul at 2520 meter. The people in this village practice Drukpa Kagyu Buddhism, the same as the national religion of Buthan. From here the trail drops over a ridge but soon starts climbing up again through deep forests, crossing a number of streams to a crest at 2620 meter. We continue our way passing the large gompa at Chumnik, before another gentle climb leads as to the village of Sermathang. In the afternoon we can visit the gompa here (4 hrs).
Day 09 - Sermathang to Kathmandu via Melamchi Pul Bazaar
From Sermathang the trail follows the ridge all the way down to Malemchi Pul Bazaar, making a drop of 1730 meter. The trail passes chorten after chorten in the settlements of Nigale, Gyalsha and Raithani Gyang. From here we descent through chir pine forest to yet another chorten at Kakani, which is the last Sherpa village on the trek, and we now enter the lowlands inhabited by Brahmans and Chhetris. From Kakani the trail drops steeply to the attractive village of Dubhachaur in a saddle at 1610 meter. Continuing firther down the ridge our trail will eventually bring us to a large suspension bridge which crosses the Indrawati river and brings us into Malemchi Pul Bazaar. From here we will take private transportation back to Kathmandu (6 hrs walking time, 3-4 hrs to Kathmandu). Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 10 - Everest Mountain Flight / Leisure in Kathmandu
We pick you up early in the morning to transfer to Domestic airport for one of the “world’s must do” Everest Mountain flight for an hour in 5 nautical miles from the awe inspiring Mountains. You will be par excited after the Mountaan flights. We pick you up after the Everst flight and transfer to Hotel. After the Breakfast, Leisure Time in Kathmandu. It’s indeed time for the souvenir hunting around Kathmandu’s noted places having optional trip to tranquil historic Heritages in your own or with us or with our versatile guide. We provide extra drive and drop services anywhere
Day 11 - Departure Kathmandu.
Our Tour officer meets you in Hotel for the Departure Transfer to Kathmandu’s International Airport. We will be always welcoming you back to Nepal for various other stunning Trekking or looking forward to serving you in our other country travel arrangements.
The Mani Rimdu Festival is a colourful, enchanting ritual occasion that takes place in the most spectacular of settings. Performed by the monks of Chiwong and Tengboche monasteries, it depicts the victory of Buddhism over the ancient 'Bon' religion.Last three days of the festival is very important gigantic attended by the Sherpa people who often trek for many days to witness this important event.It consists of nine days of ceremonies and meditation (Drupchen). This is concluded by a special blessing ceremony given by Tengboche Rinpoche to the public and the world renowned Mask Dances performed by the monks at Tengboche Monastery.
The following are the approximate dates of Mani Rimdu events this year based on the Tibetan lunar calendar.
23. Oct. 2011: Preparations including making the sand Mandala and Tormas (symbolic offerings made of
coloured butter and barley flour)
26. Oct. 2011: Drupchen ceremonies start and continue uninterrupted for 8 days.
2 Nov. 2011: Monks practice dancing without masks
3 Nov. 2011: Giving the blessing to the general public (Wang)
4 Nov. 2011: Famous Mask Dances preformed by the monks in a special day long ceremony.
Afterwards the Sherpa community sing and dance the whole night long
5 Nov. 2011: Concluding Fire Puja
Tengboche Mani Rimdu starts on the full moon of October, and the Chiwong Mani Rimdu on the full moon of November.
We arrange organized pre –post trek packages for you to witness the sacred festival of Everest Khumbhu Region to add exceptional life time trekking experiences.
Please, contact us to keep up-to-date occasion date of the year which is set as per the Sherpa / Tibetan Lunar Calendar.
The most likely dates in 2011 are 23rd October for the Blessing Ceremony and 24th October 2011 for the Mask Dances. To be confirmed in Feb. 2011.
The following are the approximate dates of Mani Rimdu events this year based on the Tibetan lunar calendar.
23. Oct. 2011: Preparations including making the sand Mandala and Tormas (symbolic offerings made of
coloured butter and barley flour)
26. Oct. 2011: Drupchen ceremonies start and continue uninterrupted for 8 days.
2 Nov. 2011: Monks practice dancing without masks
3 Nov. 2011: Giving the blessing to the general public (Wang)
4 Nov. 2011: Famous Mask Dances preformed by the monks in a special day long ceremony.
Afterwards the Sherpa community sing and dance the whole night long
5 Nov. 2011: Concluding Fire Puja
Tengboche Mani Rimdu starts on the full moon of October, and the Chiwong Mani Rimdu on the full moon of November.
We arrange organized pre –post trek packages for you to witness the sacred festival of Everest Khumbhu Region to add exceptional life time trekking experiences.
Please, contact us to keep up-to-date occasion date of the year which is set as per the Sherpa / Tibetan Lunar Calendar.
The most likely dates in 2011 are 23rd October for the Blessing Ceremony and 24th October 2011 for the Mask Dances. To be confirmed in Feb. 2011.
- Dates: Oct / Nov
- Best Season: October to November
- Duration: 5 Days
- Trekking Days: 7 Days and more
- Grade: Medium-Easy
- Maximum Altitude: 3886 m
- Commences At: Lukla
- Ends At: Lukla
- Code: Manirimdu
Price: $ Enjoy colourful Manirimdu festival with any Everest Trekking during Oct- Nov. Fixed by lunor calender
The following are the approximate dates of Mani Rimdu events this year based on the Tibetan lunar calendar.
23. Oct. 2011: Preparations including making the sand Mandala and Tormas (symbolic offerings made of
coloured butter and barley flour)
26. Oct. 2011: Drupchen ceremonies start and continue uninterrupted for 8 days.
2 Nov. 2011: Monks practice dancing without masks
3 Nov. 2011: Giving the blessing to the general public (Wang)
4 Nov. 2011: Famous Mask Dances preformed by the monks in a special day long ceremony.
Afterwards the Sherpa community sing and dance the whole night long
5 Nov. 2011: Concluding Fire Puja
Tengboche Mani Rimdu starts on the full moon of October, and the Chiwong Mani Rimdu on the full moon of November.
We arrange organized pre –post trek packages for you to witness the sacred festival of Everest Khumbhu Region to add exceptional life time trekking experiences.
Please, contact usto keep up-to-date occasion date of the year which is set as per the Sherpa / Tibetan Lunar Calendar.
The most likely dates in 2011 are 23rd October for the Blessing Ceremony and 24th October 2011 for the Mask Dances. To be confirmed in Feb. 2011.
The Mani Rimdu Festival is a colourful, enchanting ritual occasion that takes place in the most spectacular of settings. Performed by the monks of Chiwong and Tengboche monasteries, it depicts the victory of Buddhism over the ancient ‘Bon’ religion.Last three days of the festival is very important gigantic attended by the Sherpa people who often trek for many days to witness this important event.It consists of nine days of ceremonies and meditation (Drupchen). This is concluded by a special blessing ceremony given by Tengboche Rinpoche to the public and the world renowned Mask Dances performed by the monks at Tengboche Monastery.Details:
The following are the approximate dates of Mani Rimdu events this year based on the Tibetan lunar calendar.
23. Oct. 2011: Preparations including making the sand Mandala and Tormas (symbolic offerings made of
coloured butter and barley flour)
26. Oct. 2011: Drupchen ceremonies start and continue uninterrupted for 8 days.
2 Nov. 2011: Monks practice dancing without masks
3 Nov. 2011: Giving the blessing to the general public (Wang)
4 Nov. 2011: Famous Mask Dances preformed by the monks in a special day long ceremony.
Afterwards the Sherpa community sing and dance the whole night long
5 Nov. 2011: Concluding Fire Puja
Tengboche Mani Rimdu starts on the full moon of October, and the Chiwong Mani Rimdu on the full moon of November.
We arrange organized pre –post trek packages for you to witness the sacred festival of Everest Khumbhu Region to add exceptional life time trekking experiences.
Please, contact usto keep up-to-date occasion date of the year which is set as per the Sherpa / Tibetan Lunar Calendar.
The most likely dates in 2011 are 23rd October for the Blessing Ceremony and 24th October 2011 for the Mask Dances. To be confirmed in Feb. 2011.
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