Helambu Trek

Today, after breakfast in your hotel. Our guide and driver will take you to the Historical places like Pashupatinath, Swayambhunath, Boudhanath, and Kathmandu Durbar Square, which are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites, before heading for the Helambu trek.

Pashupatinath, Nepal: Temple of Lord Shiva (god of gods and goddesses). Pashupatinath temple is Nepal’s most sacred Hindu temple, where you can witness marriage, celebrate festivals, as well as cremation ceremonies on the banks of the Bagmati River beside Pashupatinath.

Boudhanath Stupa: A massive mandala serves as the heart of Tibetan Buddhism and the largest spherical stupa in Nepal, surrounded by colorful gompas and symbolic prayer flags.

Swyambhunath Stupa: Also known as Monkey Temple, a spiritual site perched on a hilltop that offers a stunning view of the Kathmandu valley.

Kathmandu Durbar Square: The most visited place by tourists, which holds historic value and culture. This place used to be the palace of the Kathmandu king centuries ago. This palace is also a showcase of Newari Architecture, ancient temples, and the living Goddess called Kumari.

After the sightseeing tour, you can do last-minute shopping for your trek in Thamel. You’ll meet your guide at your hotel in the evening for a briefing and gear check for your trek. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu

Today, after breakfast in your hotel, our guide and driver will be waiting for you in your hotel lobby. You’ll drive to Sundarijal. After an hour of driving, you’ll reach Sundarijal, the gateway to Shivapuri National Park.

You’ll begin your trek by ascending stone steps alongside a waterfall in Sundarijal and continue walking through a dense forest of Oak and Rhododendron. Your trail will pass via some of the beautiful villages of Mulkharka and ascend to the ridge-top village of Chisapani.

After reaching Chisapani, you’ll be amazed by the first panoramic view of various Himalayan ranges, including Ganesh Himal, Annapurna, Langtang, and, if lucky, Everest can be viewed.

Overnight stay at the Tea House.

Today you’ll be trekking to Kutumsang from Chisapani. The trail takes you through a mix of hilly landscapes and various beautiful villages.

The trek descends through dense forest and terraced farmland to Pati Bhanjyang, then you’ll gradually ascend to the hilltop village of Gul Bhanjyang.

After taking lunch in Gul Bhanjyang, your trail takes you to the village of Kutumsang, which offers stunning views of the northern Himalayan ranges. Overnight stay at the Tea House.

Today you’ll leave Kutumsang and head to Thadepati. Today’s trail enters the isolated region with very few human settlements. You’ll climb to Thadepati via lush rhododendron and fir forests.

As you ascend to Thadepati, the altitude rises, the dense forests become thin, and the trail opens to a wide range.

Thadepati is the highest point of your trek to Helambu, and this place offers a breathtaking view of Snow-capped peaks, including Dorje Lakpa, Langtang, and Gauri Shankar. Overnight Stay at Tea House.

As the altitude increases, the forest thins and the trail opens to wide ridges offering spectacular views of Langtang Lirung, Dorje Lakpa, and even distant Gauri Shankar on clear days. Thadepati, situated on a ridgeline, is the highest point of the trek.

Today, trek is a rewarding voyage as you descend to Helambu valley, a culturally rich village from Thadepati. Today you’ll be going to the lush zone from the alpine zone of the Helambu trek.

The trail begins with a steady descent through enchanting rhododendron and pine forest. While trailing to Tarkeghyang, you will pass through a small yak pasture and cross several streams and a suspension bridge while enjoying the views of snowcapped peaks in your vicinity.

As you descend, you will gradually enter to Yolmo region, home to a distant Buddhist locality, and the scenery becomes greener and more inhabited.

After reaching Tarkeghyang, you’ll witness beautiful stone houses, terraced farmlands, and a 300-year-old Monastery, which is itself a highlight of the Helambu trek. Overnight stay at the Tea House

This day is a special and spiritually rich day in your Helambu trek. Today you’ll hike about 1 hour to Aama Yangri Peak. It is one of the highest and most revered viewpoints in the Helambu trek, which offers 360-degree views of snowcapped mountain peaks including Langtang Lirung, Dorje Lakpa, Ganesh Himal, Gaurishankar many others.

After spending some good time in Aama Yangri, you’ll descend back to Tarkeghyang. You will have a good lunch in Tarkeghyang and again start walking to Sermathang culturally rich Yolmo village. The trail Sermathang is gentle and easy.

You’ll walk through dense forest, cross small streams, and visit traditional villages with classic stone houses and terraced fields. Overnight stay in the Tea House.

After breakfast in the peaceful village of Sermathang, begin your final day on the trail with a gentle upward journey.

The trail meanders through fascinating Tamang and Yolmo townlets like Nigale, Gyalsha, and Raithani Gyang, offering one last chance to witness the pastoral life of the Helambu region.

The route descends steadily through forested crests, terraced fields, and spreads. Along the way, you will pass traditional houses, cloisters, and chortens — a memorial of the area’s deep spiritual and artistic roots.

As you descend, the temperature becomes warmer and further sticky, and the geography transitions from alpine to tropical.

After about 3 – 4 hours of touring, you’ll reach Melamchi Bazaar – a small, Bustling city located along the Melamchi River. It marks the end of your journey got the Helambu trek. Then, your vehicle will be staying for the drive back to Kathmandu.

The drive takes around 4 – 5 hours, following scenic, winding roads through lush, dense forests and across the Melamchi River, before joining the Arniko Highway back to the capital. Upon appearance in Kathmandu, check into your hotel and enjoy some well- justified rest.

In the evening, a farewell regale will be arranged to celebrate your successful Helambu trek.