Helambu

Helambu trek begins from Sundarijal or Melamchi Pul, the area offers great views of the majestic Himalayas from Mt. Annapurna to Everest with a range of cultures. The people of Helambu with their religion and monasteries show rich Buddhist culture. At lower elevations along the edges of the park, other mid hill tribes and castes reside including Bramins, Chhetries, Newars and some Gurung. The walk leads to cool forest of rhododendron with time to admire its beauty and passing through charming villages of Melamche, Tarkyegang and Shermathang before coming to an end of this beautiful trek at the road head for the drive to Kathmandu.

Grade: Moderate

Departures:
14 Mar to 27 Mar / 11 Apr to 24 Apr / 02 May to 15 May / 12 Sep to 25 Sep / 17 Oct to 30 Oct / 07 Nov to 20 Nov / 19 Dec to 01 Jan

Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu. Meet & transfer to Hotel. O/N Hotel.
Day 02: ½ day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu valley. O/N Hotel.
Day 03: Drive to Sundarijal and trek to Chisopani. O/N Camp.
Day 04: Trek to Gul Bhanjyang. O/N Camp.
Day 05: Trek to Magengoth. O/N Camp.
Day 06: Trek to Melamchi Gaon. O/N Camp.
Day 07: Trek to Tarke Ghyang. O/N Camp.
Day 08: Rest day at Tarke Ghyang for local excursion. O/N Camp.
Day 09: Trek to Sermathang. O/N Camp.
Day 10: Trek to Melamchi Pul. O/N Camp.
Day 11: Drive back to Dhulikhel. O/N Hotel.
Day 12: Drive back to Kathmandu. O/N Hotel.
Day 13: At leisure in Kathmandu for independent activities. O/N Hotel.
Day 14: Transfer to airport for departure.