Overview
Helambu is about 72 kilometers north-east of Kathmandu, and is famous for its scenic grandeur and pleasant climate. The Helambu region extends from north of Taramarang to the tree limit of the Gosainkunda Lake to the lower slopes of Jugal Himal. The trek goes through several highland Tamang and Sherpa villages which are scattered on both sides of the Melamchi Khola.
Helambu village trek - 8 days
This is an ideal trip for those who have a short time yet would like to experience diverse culture as well as spectacular scenery. The trek is relatively easy, yet often up and down. The highlight is when we arrive at Tharepati where we have dramatic panoramic views of the well known and loved mountains: Gaurishanker (7134m) Langtang (7245m), Ganesh Himal (7405m), Dorjelakpa (6990m) Sisapangma (8,013m) as well as other small mountains. The warm and friendly people of Helambu are mostly Buddhists and Sherpas of Solukhumbu – seen by their language, culture and dress. The Tamang villages are culturally rich with Buddhist Gompas and family shrines.
Your trekking preparation:
This trek is a non-technical trek. If you are moderately fit and have a sense of adventure you will easily enjoy this trek. The program is designed to acclimatize you gradually and you will probably not experience any high altitude sickness – our highest altitude is 3,500 – however you are requested to check your altitude fitness and the itinerary. We suggest you to strengthen your knee muscles in order to prepare for several days of steep descents. Some physical fitness programs such as running, swimming, biking or aerobics is recommended, but mostly hiking on steep hills or running up and down steps are suitable.
This program is organized to encompass the most interesting scenes and village life. However, the program is flexible and can be changed before or during the trek. We request you to be flexible with the situation to enjoy yourself.
All lodging and food are arranged in the simple lodges. Our professional mountain guides and porters can handle everything, going ahead to book the lodges (most with hot/cold shower).
Fixed group departure 2016:
20th February 2016.
10th and 21st March 2016.
4th, 14th, 25th and 29th April 2016.
24th and 22nd May 2016.
6th and 16th June 2016.
10th, 21st and 30th September 2016.
6th, 17th, 11th, 14th, 19th, 24th and 28 October 2016.
10th, 16th and 27th November 2016.
16th and 19 December 2016.
Fixed group departure 2017:
18th February 2017.
15h and 26th March 2017.
12th, 27th and 30th April 2017.
10th and 13th May 2017
9th and 19th June 2017
9th, 15 and 25 September 2017.
7th, 13th, 16th, and 27 October 2017.
7th, 13th, 19th and 27th November 2017.
3rd and 15th December 2017
For the convenience of our travelers to Nepal and fallow up the fixed departure itinerary of Explore Alpine adventure guarantees all fixed group departures dates.
Group Departures are for an adventurous individual person willing to join a small group of other travelers. We can arrange group trekking tours or individual trekking tours, to suit your requirements. Please you can choose any dates which will be suitable for you and please match your arrival in Kathmandu and departure from Kathmandu.
Itinerary
08 days Itinerary
Day 01: Drive from Kathmandu to Sundarijal. Trek to Chisapani
Day 02: Trek from Chisapani to Kutumsang
Day 03: Trek from Kutumsang Tharepati (3,500m)
Day 04: Excretion around Tharepat6i.
Day 05: Trek from Tharepati to Tarkeghyang
Day 06: Excretion from Tarkeghyang to Yagrima Peak or rest.
Day 07: Trek Tarkeghyang to Sarmathang or Kakani over night.
Day 08: Trek end at Melamchi and drive back to Kathmandu.
Or stay longer or for short tours such as game drive at National parks safari, do some wild-water rafting, a Tibet tour or even mountain biking, etc- please ask us).
Cost Detail
Cost per person
US$585.00
Pound £372.00
EURO €430.00
Australian $585.00
Canadian$585.00
Extra Cost:
Shivapuri National Fee Rs 250. US$ 3.5
Langtang National Park feeRs.1000. US$15.
Transport Kathmandu to Sundarijal US$ 22.
Includes/Excludes
PRICE INCLUDES:
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner and accommodation in lodge during the trek period.
- Necessary Domestic air tickets and airport tax as per itinerary.
- English speaking local expert guide, porters
- Accommodation at 3 star hotel in Kathmandu/ Pokhara on double sharing with breakfast as per itinerary.
- All guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu/ Pokhara and entry fees as per itinerary.
- Airport transfers and escort
- Insurance of the guide and porters as per itinerary.
- All necessary paper works and national park entry permits.
- Travel & Rescue arrangement if necessary.
- TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management System)
- All government taxes.
PRICE EXCLUDES:
- International flight & departure tax
- Lunch & dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara
- Personal Trekking gears (available on hire in Nepal)
- Tips, any expenses of personal nature, client's insurance.
Equipments
Equipment List for trekking:
FOOT WEAR
- Trekking boots: (one pairs), Thick socks (4 pairs)
- Light socks (3 pairs)
- Camp shoes (1 pair)
- Sandals (1 pair)
CLOTHING
- Down or fiber filled waterproof jacket and trousers (1)
- Fleece jacket or pullover ( 1)
- Warm cotton trousers (2 pairs)
- Shirts and T-shirts ( 4 pieces)
- Lightweight cotton long pants ( 3 pairs)
- Long under wear (2 pieces)
- Short under wear (4 pieces)
- Sun hat or scarf ( 1) Woolen hat (1)
- Sunglasses (1)
- Lightweight gloves (1)
- Rain coat(1)
- Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof (1)
OPTIONAL
Insect repellent, toilet articles, note book & pen, toilet roll, laundry soap, pocket knife, towel, sewing kit, plasters, binoculars, camera, film, cards and personal medical kit
OTHER EQUIPMENT
- Sleeping bag (4 seasons) 1
- Down jacket -1
- Day pack – 1
- Water bottle – 1
- Sun cream
- Sunglasses
- Flash light with spare bulbs, batteries, lip salve, gaiters.
Conditions
Booking & Payment Conditions
Explore Alpine Adventure and Alpine Explore Nepal tour and trek is a well-known government licensed trekking and touring company in Nepal. We accept your bookings under the following terms and conditions.
1. When you confirmed trip, we need photo copy of your passport and 30% down payment of the total price for advance flight tickets, hotel booking and permit process.
2. Payments can be wired by bank transfer to our company bank account or Master Card and Visa Card. but we give preference bank transfer to our company account.
Please inquiry for bank accounts for your convenience.
3. Bank service charge should be paid by the clients themselves at the time of deposit.
4. In addition, payments can be made by Cash, Travels Cheque, Master Card or Visa Card as well. If you would like to make the payment by Master Card or Visa Card, the cards payment handling bank service charge 3.5% will charge to the card holder.
5. After receiving photo copy of your passport, and 30% advance form you, we send you final confirmation receipt.
6. Remaining balance can be made after your arrival in Nepal. Full payment should be made before trip departure. Be mindful, we also reserve the right to cancel your trip provided full amount is not paid in time.
7. Travel insurance is compulsory for all Clients undertaking any tour. It should provide adequate protection for the full duration of the tour or Trek to cover personal injury, medical expenses, repatriation expenses, helicopter evacuation, loss of luggage, etc.
8. If you wish to arrange your travel insurance from our Company, we will arrange travel insurance for you.
9 Cancellation by the Client: Cancellation of a confirmed booking must be made by the Client in writing either in written documents or on an email. Cancellation shall valid with approval from the company after receiving document. Trip shall then be termed as cancelled and as a cancellation charge, 30% of the trip amount would be deducted from the advance paid.
10 Risk & Liabilities:
We are committed to providing the best services which will give you a once in a life time journey in this connection, we perform our duties honestly & seriously to make your journey very smooth & pleasant. However, the entire programs in Nepal/Tibet/Bhutan are conducted strictly under the rules and regulation of theirs’ own policies.
There for Explore Alpine Adventure and its related organization shall not be responsible for any changes in the itinerary due to unavoidable circumstance such as govt. restriction, Land slide, road blockage, flood, snow political unrest, cancellation of flight, delay, sickness or accident, Any extra cost incurring there of shall be borne by the clients on the spots.
Thank you for choosing Explore Alpine Adventure. We look forward to meet you In Nepal and serve you better.
