Gosainkunda is one of the Hindu holy places and is considered to be created by Lord Shiva. The Buddhist Tamangs(tribes) that live nearby also revere it as their holy place. Every August, on a full-moon night, the lake is thronged with pilgrims for a big festival. On other days, the lake sits in a tranquil atmosphere welcoming the nature lovers of wilderness.

In this course, you start from Dhuche, which is also the starting point of the Langtang Valley, and head for Gosainkunda, the source of the Trisuli Khola. The course continues and goes over the highest point Laurebina Pass (4,610 meters) and follows the scenic ridge to the Helambu region and then onto Kathmandu Valley.

Helambu trek:
Trek grading: Easy
Helumbu is the land of old Sherpa village where you can see many monastery and etitnic groups and panoramic view of the mountain between Annapurna to Mt. Everest. The course is varied-you encounter Lamas and see Gompas (monasteries), Chorten (Stupas), and Mani stone (Pryer walls). Most of ethnic groups are believed in Buddhism. If you are in there in winter time you will see their great festival call Loshar.

Day 1: Katmandu to Sundarijal (drive)
Day 2: Sundarijal to Chisopani
Day 3: Chisopani to Gul Bhanjyanj
Day 4: Gul Bhanjyanj to Tharepati
Day 5: Tharepati to Tarkye Ghyang
Day 6: Tarkye Ghyang to Sarmathang
Day 7: Sarmathang to Melamche
Day 8: Drive to Kathmandu from Melamche ( About 3 hrs drive.)

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Helambu Trek - 9 Days

Helambu lies to the north of Kathmandu where dominantly Sherpa and Tamang races have their homes.The trekkers come in contact with temperate forests, snowy peaks which give the feeling of heaven.

Starting from: Kathmandu
Ending at: Kathmandu
Grade: Moderate
Highest access of the trek: 3800m (Kyanging Gomba)
Culture: Sherpa
Mode of trekking tour: Teahouse
Himalayan sights: Langtang, Langtang Lirung, Gosainkunda etc
Most Attraction of the trek: Close Mountain View,


Villages Day to Day Itinerary:
Day 01 Drive from Kathmandu to Sundarijal (2hrs) and trek to Chisapani overnight in teahouse
Day 02 Trek from Chisapani to Kutumsang - 6 hrs and overnight in teahouse
Day 03 Trek from Kutumsang to Thadepati - 5 hrs and overnight in teahouse
Day 04 Trek from Thadepati to Melamchigaon - 3 hrs and overnight in teahouse
Day 05 Trek from Melamchigaon to Tarkeghyang - 5 hrs and overnight in teahouse
Day 06 Trek from Tarkeghayang to Shermanthang - 5 hrs and overnight in teahouse
Day 07 Trek from Shermanthang to Melamchipul - 6 hrs and overnight in teahouse
Day 08 Trek from Melamchipul to Nagarkot - 7 hrs and overnight in teahouse
(On the 8th days there will be also one hrs drive and then trek again. In this day the pack lunch will be provide because of no teahouses on the way.
Day 09 Trek from Nagarkot to bhaktapur - 4 hrs and drive to Kathmandu 1 hrs. (End of the trek)

Price : Cost: US$ 550 Per Person Single Supplement: US$ 200

Price includes: All meals while on Trekking (Breakfast/lunch/dinner with tea\coffee), accommodation in Tent, national park permit, all Camping Equipments (like: Sleeping bag, down jackets, mattress, necessary tents etc) cooking gears, etc. guide, porters, sherpa, cook etc.; all necessaries for Nepalese staffs, ground transport.

Price excludes: Any bar bills (Mineral water, coke, beer etc), personal clothing's, personal expenses, rescue charge and any unforeseen expenses etc.

Note: * The departure schedule can be change on any unavoidable circumstances such as weather hazards, natural changes of walking track, road slides, and avalanches, public strikes.

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SOME FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS BY OUR CUSTOMERS

Can I do trek?
Helambu Trek is suitable for any walker looking for something a little more challenging and energetic. It does not require that you have any previous trekking or mountaineering experience. Although the terrain is not difficult, some vigorous hiking experience is useful. And It does not require any technical experience; only that you be in good physical conditioning and be able to hike for 4-6 hours over hilly terrain with a light day pack.

Do I need 9 days holiday for Helambu Trek?
It would be good, if can allow 9 days holiday for Helambu trek. We do require 7-8 days for trekking and we need two more days an extra for arrival in Nepal and departure from Nepal so altogether it requires minimum 12 days time for Nepal.

However, if you would not allow 12 days time, we can design an itinerary according to your desire and duration of your holiday. Please, let us know.

When is the best season?
The best season for this trek is half of February to June and September to early December.

Half of February to First week of June: From the half of February until the first part of June temperatures are relatively warm, 10° to 15° warmer than in the fall. Mornings are bright and clear with the air slowly becoming hazier as the day progresses. The rhododendron forests in springtime are spectacular, with color displays that are "Himalayan" in beauty. June is warm and green with many fewer people - the sense of solitude is much greater than other seasons.

September to half of December: September to early December is an ideal time for the best mountain views. The days are typically sunny and clear with moderate temperatures and the evenings are usually quite cold.

Should I join with group?
It is not necessary; you have to join with group and follow our fixed departure date. Private trip is departure everyday upon your request.

As these routes in the hills provide special meeting place for the trekkers from throughout the world, traveling in group is not necessary. Rather you can move at your own pace and set your own schedule by not being in group. You can freely alter the routes with in the limits imposed by your trekking permit and your guide will reschedule your itinerary accordingly.

But if you are interested to join with group, please choose below mention departure dates as per your requirement. We will try to arrange group for you.

Can I extend my holiday?

Helambu trek can extend and there are many options and choices to extend your holiday before or after your main trip. Following trips are suggested for your holiday extensions.

• 2 nights / 3 days Chitwan Jungle Safari
• 2 fulll day sightseeing tour in Bhaktapur, Patan Durbar Square and Kathmandu valley
• 1night/2 days Trisuli or Bhote Kosi river rafting

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