Helambu Trek is the nearest trekking trail to Kathmandu. It is located at the lower altitude of the Langtang region in Nepal. The spectacular views of Langtang Lirung, Ganesh Himal, and other peaks give the company to the trekking to the Helambu area.
Actually, the word ‘Helambu’ is derived from ‘Hyolmo’. It means a type of tribe that lives there. The Tamang and Sherpa people are the main inhabitance of the Helambu region. So, the Helambu Circuit Trekking can be considered the Helambu Cultural Trek through the forests of rhododendron, oak, bamboo, etc.
Langtang Helambu Trekking is basically perfect for family trekkers. Apart from it, this trek is suitable for those who have a short vacation but want to explore the Himalayan region of Nepal and for those too who have high altitude sickness.
Helambu Cultural Trekking begins in the beautiful village known as Sundarijal. It takes almost an hour's drive to reach there from Kathmandu. In the beginning, the trail goes on along the area of Shivapuri National Park bypassing the small hydroelectric plant, and moves on through the terraced farmlands. It joins the Langtang National Park most of the time of the trail.
Chisapani, Tharepati, Take Ghyang and Sermathang are the beautiful villages of the Helambu region. They are mainly populated by Tamang and Sherpa inhabitants. The trekkers get surprised by experiencing the warm hospitality of the Helambu people. Their cultures are remarkable. The incredible sceneries of Langtang ranges and the neighboring snow-capped peaks provide stunning enjoyment to the Helambu Valley Trekking.
Finally, the trail descends to the Melamchi Pool Bazaar, a trekking ending point. From there you have a scenic drive back to Kathmandu.
We have designed the Helambu Trek Itinerary in a very short and simple way. It can also be joined to Langtang and Gosaikunda trail named Langtang Gosaikunda Helambu Trekking if the trekkers wish. For more details, please feel free to contact us.
Upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu, you will be greeted by the representative from Rising Adventure at the arrival gate and transferred to the hotel.
This is your day for sightseeing. So, you are picked up by your tour guide from your hotel. Basically, Kathmandu Sightseeing involves the four UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Kathmandu. They are Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayabhunath Stupa, Boudhnath Stupa, and the Pashupatinath Temple. However, we also organize other sightseeing tours nearby Kathmandu in accordances with your desires like Patan and Bhaktapur Durbar Squares those too are enlisted in UNESCO.
In the evening, Rising Adventure will discuss your trip and introduce our trekking guide as well as other members.
Today, you will have almost an hour and reach Sundarijal. From there, your trekking will embark on. Your trail will go along the small hydroelectric plant entering into the Shivapuri National Park, you will reach the place known as Mulkharka( a place filled up by Tamang People). Then your trail will take you to Chisapani through the forests of oaks and rhododendron.
Your trail will go down by passing the terraced fields and meadows land. At first, you will reach Pathi Bhanjyang and then Gul Bhanhyang and finally to Kutumsang. En route, you will enjoy the stunning views of Himalayan ranges.
Today you will ascend steeply to Thadepati crossing the Yurin Danda with the majestic sceneries of mountains through the fir and rhododendron forests.
From Thade Pati, your trail will lead to Malemchigaun along the way of up and down through the jungle area following the Melamchgaun River. Then you will enter the Helambu region. So, your trail will ascend to Tarke Gyang where you can observe the traditional Sherpa culture, their monasteries as well as their houses and lifestyle.
Your trail will go through the forest and the beautiful villages including Parachin and Sherpa village of Gangyul. Then you will reach Sermathang, the inhabitants of this area believe in the national religion of Bhutan, known as Drukpa Kagyu Buddhism.
Today you are returning to Kathmandu. So, you will have short descending till Melamchi Pool Bazaar. From there, you will take a local bus to go to Kathmandu. It takes almost 2 hours to reach Kathmandu from Melamchi Pool Bazaar.
Today your trip in Nepal comes to an end and the representative from Rising Adventure will take you to the airport approximately 3 hours before your scheduled flight.
The prime duty of Rising Adventure P. Ltd. is to provide the safety and security. During the trip, some factors may affect and cause to change our itinerary such as weather condition, transportation, health condition of our clients and other natural disasters. At this moment, our company gives full authority to our guides for deciding what to do or not to do concerning on the interest of our clients.
We can also customize this trip for a single too according to their requirements.
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Included: Trekking, Private Transport & Tourist Bus, Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner, Hotel and Tea House,
