Family Helambu Circuit Trek
Kathmandu,Nepal
Duration
9 Days 8 Nights TripTour Code
TP6154Description
Embark on a family-friendly trek to Helambu Circuit with Children, a short trek near the Kathmandu valley. Enjoy a low altitude trek with moderate difficulty, and explore the Buddhist monasteries and traditional villages of the Hyolmo communities on this trek to Hyolmo land. Start with your arrival in Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu, after which you drive to Sundarijal and start the trek. The trek takes you through Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park, a flora and fauna paradise, to reach Chisapani village for a surreal view of the Langtang and Ganesh Himal ranges. The trail takes through rhododendron and pine forests, waterfalls, and farming lands. En route, you cross many streams and pass through the traditional villages of the Hyolmo people, including Kutumsang, Melamchi Gaon, Tarkeghyang, and Sermathang. There are many Buddhist monasteries on this route, including the centuries-old Gekye Gompa of Tarkeghyang, which provide you an insight of the Tibetan Buddhist culture practiced by the indigenous people. Moreover, you get to be a witness to the simple lifestyle and fascinating culture of the Hyolmo people. Throughout the trek, your children can mingle with the local children and make new friends in the quaint villages of the Helambu valley.
Highlights
- Discover the traditional villages of the Hyolmo people on a family-friendly trek
- Trek through the Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park, a flora and fauna paradise
- Enjoy a surreal view of the Langtang and Ganesh Himal ranges from Chisapani
- Cross streams and pass through the traditional villages of the Hyolmo people
- Visit the centuries-old Gekye Gompa of Tarkeghyang and learn about the culture
Included
- * Airport/Hotel/Airport pick up and transfer by private car/van. * 2 nights deluxe accommodation in double/twin bed sharing basis with breakfast at 4* Hotel Kathmandu Guest House in Kathmandu. * Meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) with Tea & coffee and hot/cold filter water during the trek. * 6 nights Lodge/Guest-house accommodation during the trek. * 1 experienced, helpful and friendly English speaking guide, porters (1 porter for 2 peoples and carry 25KG), their food & accommodation, salary, equipment & insurance. * Down Sleeping Bag (Minus 20-30 Degree Celsius), Duffel Bag, LifeStraw Water Filter for drinking water, trekking map. * All ground transportation by private vehicle. * Langtang National Park Permit. * Shivapuri National Park Permit. * All necessary permits. * First Aid Medical Kit box. * Office Service charge. * All Government Tax.
Not Included
- * Any meals (Lunch and Dinner) in Kathmandu other than breakfast. * Travel insurance. * International air fare to and from Nepal. * Nepal Tourist Visa fee. * Items and expenses of personal nature. * Any kind of alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry, phone call, internet, battery charging, hot shower. * Personal Trekking Equipment like jackets (can all be hired in KTM). * Emergency Evacuation (Helicopter Rescue). * Any costs which arise due to a change of the itinerary, because of landslides, political disturbance, and strikes etc. * Any other costs whatsoever, that is not mentioned in the cost included. * Horse renting and additional porters due to natural calamities during the trek. * Tips
Itinerary
- Arrival in Kathmandu (1338m)
- Drive from Kathmandu to Sundarijal and trek to Chisapani (2300m, 5 hours)
- Trek from Chisapani to Gul Bhanjyang (2140m, 5 hours)
- Trek from Gul Bhanjyang to Mangengoth (3285m, 5 hours)
- Trek from Mangengoth to Melamchi Gaon (2530m, 6 hours)
- Trek from Melamchi Gaon to Tarkeghyang (2600m, 4 hours)
- Trek from Tarkeghyang to Sermathang (2590m, 5 hours)
- Trek from Sermathang to Kakani (1996m, 3 hours) and drive back to Kathmandu (1338m)
- Final Departure from Kathmandu
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