Sundarijal Helembu Trek

Sundarijal Helembu  Trek The Sherpa villages of Helambu due north of Kathmandu valley presents an easy getaway. This area because of its low elevation and the Sherpa villages make it an interesting 7 day loop. Starting with a short drive from Kathmandu to Sundarijal the trail to Helambu climbs on to the Shivapuri ridge from where there are sweeping views of the central Himalayas. Following a ridge-line the trek heads north to Thare Pati before turning east to Melemchi Gaon and Tarke Gyang the principle villages of this area. From here we visit Shermathang before descending to the Melamchi river to end our trek with a drive Melamchi Bazaar back to Kathmandu. Moderate trek through the Helambu villages between altitudes of 1,370m/4,500ft to 3,490m/11,500ft. Accommodation in comfortable lodges run by local families. The trek starts with a drive from Kathmandu and includes all meals, services of experienced trek guide and porters to carry luggage. Clients carry a light day-pack only and walk at their own pace.

TRIP FACTS

Grade: Moderate Best season: February, March, April, May, September, October, November Per day walking: 5 – 6 hours Type of Trek: Teahouse Duration: 11 days Maximum Elevation: 3640 m Trekking Highlights Stunning Mountain Views Old – Growth forest Scenic loop through villages Unique Ethnic Group

Itinerary:

Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu On your arrival at Kathmandu Airport, you will be greeted by our representative and taken to the Hotel. Your first night you will spend in Kathmandu. Bed and breakfast. Day 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing Tour After having breakfast we will take you sightseeing around Kathmandu valley. You will visit many Buddhist and Hindu temple which reflect the local culture and tradition of Nepalese society. In the afternoon we will return you to the hotel. Day 03: Kathmandu to Sundarijal to Chisopani (2140m) From Kathmandu you will drive to Sundarijal and from Sundarijal the trail ascends through a light forest to reach t Mulkharka (1800m) where you can have a view of the entire Kathmandu valley. Climbing the trail you will get to Borlang Bhanjyang (2440m). The route heads down the ridge through a forest of oak and rhododendron to Chisopani, where you have spectacular Mountain Views. O/N at Chisopani. Day 04: Chisopani to Gul Bhanjyang (2140m) The trail continues dropping from chisopani to Pati Bhanjyang (1860m), a Brahmin and Chhetri village. Then the trail forwards making a steep ascent to Chipling (2170m), the trail then proceeds observing the good mountain views to Thodang Betine (2260m) and finally descend to the Tamang village of Gul Bhanjyang. O/N at Gul Bhanjyang. Day 05: Gul Bhanjyang to Tharepati (3640m) The trail climbs and reaches Khutumsang (2450m) and proceeds further having the views of the peaks above Langtang and the Gasainkunda. Through a fir and rhododendron forest the trek forwards to Panghu and descends to Magen Goth (3420m) and finally reaches Tharepati. O/N at Tharepati. Day 06: Tharepati to Malemchigaon (2530m) The trail switchbacks steeply down, then descends through a forest of huge gnarled rhododendrons, the trail makes a steep further descent to Chhyadi Khola. Crossing Chhyadi Khola bridge, making a short climb you will reach to the large Sherpa village of Malemchigaon. O/N at Malemchigaon. Day 07: Malemchigaon to Tarkegyang (2590m) From the Malemchaigaon the trail descends and drops steeply crossing Malemchi Khola. The trail climbs, passes the school, where you can visit if you like and further climbs steeply upwards, bringing you to the first meadow of Tarkegyang (2490m). Then climbing gently you will get to the picturesque village of Tarkegyang. O/N at Tarkegyang. Day 08: Tarkegyang to Sermathang (2610m) The trail leaves Tarke Gyang and heads to meet the pretty Sherpa village, Gangyul (2520m). The trail drops a little bit and then climbs through deep forests, crossing a number of streams, to finally bring you to Chumik. And making a gentle climb you arrive at the big village of Shermathang. O/N at Shermathang. Day 09: Sermathang to Malemchipul Bazar (880m) Making a drop, the trail reaches in the settlements of Nigale and Gyalsha and further to Raithani Gyang (2290m). Descending through the chir pine forest the trek gets to the large fascinating village of Dubha Chaur and finally descending you will reach to Melamchi Pul Bazaar. O/N at Malemchi Pul Bazaar. Day10: Malemchipul Bazaar to Kathmandu Drive to Kathmandu. O/N at Kathmandu. Hotel, B.B. Day 11: Departure You will transfer to Airport for your onward destination.