Helambu Trek-10 days is one of the most beautiful short treks and most ironic trekking trails in Nepal which is culturally and ecologically rich. This beautiful village which is also one of the nearest Himalayan trekking destinations from Kathmandu lies at its fidelity becoming one of the most incredible sites for trekking. The route serves you with remarkably beautiful scenes and a totally enjoyable atmosphere for trekking. This trek goes in the Helambu region encompassing several mountain peaks of the Himalayas in the Langtang range. Helambu Trek is undeniably more renowned than any other trek due to its mind-blogging natural beauty, Buddhist architecture and temples, Buddhist monasteries, fascinating cultural history, and lovely Buddhist villages.
The perfect 10 days trekking package of Helambu begins with a scenic drive from Kathmandu to Sundarijal. As soon as you get there, the trekking starts through lower altitudes passing through dense mountain timberlands, various Buddhist monasteries, and beautiful rice fields, as we get higher to the Shivapuri Preservation Area. Afterward, the trail takes you through Chisopani, Tharepati, Kutumsang, and probably the most beautiful regions of the country. This 10 days trek is perfect for people of any age and all levels of trekkers as well. You can create memorable moments at Helambu with your loved ones along with warm companies of lush green vegetation and rhododendron forests.
| Day 01: | Arrival in Kathmandu | |
| Day 02: | Kathmandu valley sightseeing and trek preparation.Meal: B | |
| Day 03: | Drive to Sundarijal (an hour drive) and hike to Chisapani – Altitude: 2,300m Trek: 4 – 5 hours.Meal: BLD | |
| Day 04: | Kutumsang – Altitude: 2,450m | Trek: 6 – 7 hours.Meal: BLD | |
| Day 05: | Tharepati – Altitude: 3,650m | Trek: 5 – 6 hours.Meal: BLD | |
| Day 06: | Melamchi village – Altitude: 2,743m | Trek: 3 – 4 hours.Meal: BLD | |
| Day 07: | Shermathang village – Altitude: 2,620m | Trek: 3 – 4 hours.Meal: BLD | |
| Day 08: | Melamchi Bazaar | Trek: 3 – 4 hours.Meal: BLD | |
| Day 09: | Drive to Kathmandu | Drive: 5 – 6 hours.Meal: BL | |
| Day 10: | Departure day.Meal: B |
Day 01: Arrival day in Kathmandu
After your landing, you will find our agency front man there to pick you up at Tribhuwan International Airport by our private vehicle for shifting towards tourist standard inn. We additionally plan for quick gather at our office for instructions and discussions regarding our trek. Today, we offer welcome dinner in appreciated Nepalese local restaurant where you can enjoy traditional dance and music with Nepalese dishes.
Day 02: Kathmandu valley sightseeing and trek preparation.
Meal: B
Kathmandu valley really captures famous and attractive spots of cultural and historical sites. Early morning, we move for sightseeing alternative historical spots; Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa and Swyambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple) which are on the list of UNESCO World Heritage Site. After inspecting these spots, we return back for finalizing our equipment which are required during our trek and night will be spent at the same hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 03: Drive to Sundarijal (an hour drive) and hike to Chisapani – Altitude: 2,300m Trek: 4 – 5 hours.
Meal: BLD
Leaving Kathmandu valley behind, we drive forward towards the northeast which takes us to Sundarijal. Therefore after quick backpacks and arrangements, following a narrow lane bypassing stone steps along crossing lush forest enters Shivapuri National Park for checking formalities. After that, developed walk forward by enjoying dam of Sundarijal and mountain vistas drops down to Chisapani for stay overnight.
Day 04: Kutumsang – Altitude: 2,450m | Trek: 6 – 7 hours.
Meal: BLD
Today early morning, walking trail descends to Pati Bhanjyang and crossing few ups and downs from that point offers stony path which passes through fields and meadows to reach gul Bhanjyang. From there, the further trail leads us to next path from where we walk downhill to step Kutumsang. Tonight’s accommodation and dinner will be arranged at the lodge in Kutumsang.
Day 05: Tharepati – Altitude: 3,650m | Trek: 5 – 6 hours.
Meal: BLD
After triggering Kutumsang, today we walk uphill through pine, Fir and Rhododendron forest encountering 25 m long waterfall en route to reach Kyuola Bhanjyang. Further hike crossing numerous settlements including Mangengoth takes to Tharepati by crossing Therepati pass (highest altitude achieved during the trek) which is also a junction point of two different trails. This night will be spent at a lodge in Tharepati.
Day 06: Melamchi village – Altitude: 2,743m | Trek: 3 – 4 hours.
Meal: BLD
Quitting Tharepati, we march ahead following the Helambu trail by leaving Gosainkunda trail behind. Continuing, our walk forward through pine and rhododendron forest by crossing multiple suspension bridges achieves Melamchi village. Remaining hours will be spent by exploring monasteries and village throughout and night will be spent at lodge in Melamchi village.
Day 07: Shermathang village – Altitude: 2,620m | Trek: 3 – 4 hours.
Meal: BLD
Seventh-day, from Melamchi village, the developed trail descends towards Melamchi River and soon after crossing river, we walk on the flat trail which makes your walk quite easy till Tarkheghyang. Therefore, catching the trial till Setighyang and following the secondary road from there ascends Ghangyul and then descends to Shermathang. Leisure hours will be spent by exploring the village and this night will be spent at the lodge.
Day 08: Melamchi Bazaar | Trek: 3 – 4 hours.
Meal: BLD
The last day of our walk begins with downward descend through meadow and cultivated fields passing numerous temples, monuments, and attractive settlements until we reach to cross the bridge over Indrawati River. Therefore crossing the bridge, we head forward to cross another bridge at the meeting point of Indrawati River and Melamchi River. Finally after encountering Melamchi Bazaar, we manage our accommodation and dinner there in lodge.
Day 09: Drive to Kathmandu | Drive: 5 – 6 hours.
Meal: BL
Attending sweet early morning breakfast, we step forward to catch tourist standard vehicle towards the bus station of Melamchi Bazaar and soon after reaching Kathmandu, you will be picked up by our private vehicle for shifting to fine tourist standard inn.
Day 10: Departure day.
Meal: B
On last day of your trip by highlighting your flight time, you can go to visit market for buying some gifts to your loving ones. We will be there to help for issues and obstacles and our private vehicle shifts you to airport focusing your flight time and a representative will be there for wishing you a safe journey and successful steps on upcoming days.