Helambu Valley Treks, 42.3km to the North of Kathandu aims at every age group of travelers for hiking in the lowland mountains. This is a low altitude trekking destination with 3500m highest elevation. The features of the trekking is Sherpa and Tamang ethnic cultures, mesmerizing mountain views, less trodden rustic trails, picturesque villages and valleys, flora, fauna and beautiful simplicity of Himalayan life. Himalayan Wild Treks offers the most reasonable cost, latest updated map, and customer-oriented flexible itinerary for Helambu Treks.

The trail of Helambu Treks winds through Shivapuri National Park (159 km²) that holds the vast range store of flora and fauna. On the trail, the view of Ganesh Himal(7422m), Langtang Himal (7234m) and Rolwaling range excites us. Snow-cappped mountains, rhododendron forests and Sherpa culture and verdant vegetation are the key attractions here. Comfortable and enjoyable trip, Helambu is the best recommendable trek for every age group. Enjoying the mesmerizing vista of prayer flags, rustic settlements, monasteries, jungles, terraced fields, mini-stupas, chhortens, corrugated roofed houses, pastures, meadows, beautiful mountain ranges over the hills, cloud belt in the waist of the hills and chirping and twittering of different birds are the art and music of the trail. Heart touching view of the glistening mountains from Chisapani, picturesque view of Langtang Range from Kutumsang and spiritual and natural beauty of Sherpa settlements in Tarkegang are profoundly phenomenal. Helambu Treks is just the right choice for exotic view of Himalayan Ranges, attractive landscapes, unique ethnicity apart from diverse flora and fauna.

Technically, Helambu Treks starts with a brief sightseeing of the major UNESCO Wolrd Heritage Sites in Kathmandu prior to a short drive to Sundarijal en route to Chisapani (2300m). Then the trail winds through Kutumsang (2446m), Thadepati(3650m), Karkeghyang (2560m), Sermathng and Mealmchi (1425m), from where a drive back to Kathmandu puts an end to Helambu Treks.

Himalayan Wild Treks Pvt. Ltd is one of the prominent trekking agencies in Nepal with group of experienced and committed professionals. Do grant us opportunity to be a mediator in your life time adventure for Helambu Treks .

Outline Itinerary for Helambu Treks

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu - 1,300m/4,264 ft

Day 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing & Preparation for the Trek

Day 03: Drive to Sundarijal & trek to Chisapani (2300m/7544 ft): Drive 1 hour, Trek: 4 hours

Day 04: Trek from Chisopani to Kutumsang (2446m/8022ft): 7 hours

Day 05: Trek from Kutumsang to Thadepati (3650m/11972ft): 6 hours

Day 06: Trek to Tarkeghyang (2560m/8397ft): 6 hours

Day 07: Trek to Sermathang (2,610m/8,563ft): 3/4 hr

Day 08: Trek to Malemchi Pul Bazaar: Drive to Kathmandu: 3/4 hrs trek/ 2 hr drive

Day 09: finale departure


Accommodations
We will be accommodated in 3-star hotels in Kathmandu. We will stay at Nirvana Hotel in Kathmandu and All accommodations are on double-shared basis. Single supplement will be served on request and will cost an additional. Himalayan Wild Treks will arrange rooms with attached bathrooms with 24 hours running cold and hot water however in the case of Kathmandu, teahouses in some places only have shared washing and toilet facilities during the trekking. Also note that single rooms are readily available in Kathmandu, and the trekking regions at lower elevation but it might be difficult to find them at higher elevations.
 

Physical Condition & Experience Requirements
This trek being a moderate of sort requires a good health of a person with ability to walk on the trail for at least five to seven hours carrying a light backpack. Walking at higher elevations require more physical stamina than at lower elevations but since this is an average route anyone with good health, willingness to walk and passion for travel can enjoy it. For the warm up, physical orientation needed for this elevation can be gained through various exercises that can be done prior to the commencement of the journey. In addition to the sound condition of heart, lung and entire setting of a body, past hiking experiences will be a plus point. Besides, it is advisable that those with any past health problems have to make sure that are medically able to walk on the trail. It is also advised that you inform Himalayan Wild Treks of any conditions before booking the trek.
 

Meals in Trekking 
Typical Nepalese food is the specialty we will relish on our journey in addition to the international cuisine that is Tibetan, Continental, Italian, Indian and so on. Breakfast and dinner will be provided according to menu that is in the lodge or a guest house. As for the lunch, it will be provided on the way to the next destination. All mealsincluding breakfast, lunch and dinner, will be provided during trekking while only breakfast will be available in Kathmandu and Pokhara. There will also be welcome and farewell dinners.
 

Best Time to Travel
As for the propitious seasons to carry out the trekking in the Langtang Region, the suggestable time would be September to November and March to May. During these times, the visit will be showered with the arcane beauty of the nature and the outstanding landscape views. To avoid the traffic, you can choose any of the times from December to February. It is also to be informed that during the winter the temperature here goes down low that poses challenges to the travelers. Except for botanists, the trekking in this region in monsoon or summer that is from June to August can be impacted by the rain.

Highlights of Helambu Valley Treks
The sightseeing of the Major UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kahthmandu before venturing into Sundarijal Village escalates the elevation into popular panoramic villages Chisopani, Kutumsang, Sermathnag and Melamchi inhabited by Sherpa and Tamang people through Shivapuri Watershed Wildlife Reserve takes us into the alpine tranquility in less beaten land. The trail also offers exotic views of Langtang Lirung, Dorje Lhakpa, Rolwaling Range, Ganesh Himal Massif at the North of Kathmandu. Relatively short and comfy trekking, Helambu Valley treks enchants travelers with rhododendron forests, snowcapped mountains, grassland valleys and spectacularly verdant ridges with majestic mountain ranges at the backdrop. The charming rustic hospitality in the conventional villages makes travelers feel at home.

Outline Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu - 1,300m/4,264 ft

Day 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing & Preparation for the Trek

Day 03: Drive to Sundarijal & trek to Chisapani (2300m/7544 ft): Drive 1 hour, Trek: 4 hours

Day 04: Trek from Chisopani to Kutumsang (2446m/8022ft): 7 hours

Day 05: Trek from Kutumsang to Thadepati (3650m/11972ft): 6 hours

Day 06: Trek to Tarkeghyang (2560m/8397ft): 6 hours

Day 07: Trek to Sermathang (2,610m/8,563ft): 3/4 hr

Day 08: Trek to Malemchi Puul Bazaar: Drive to Kathmandu: 3/4 hrs trek/ 2 hr drive

Day 09: finale departure

What to Bring ?

The following checklist should help you with your packing. As a general rule, you should always try to keep the weight of your equipment to a minimum. The packed weight of your trek bag while trekking should be no more than 15 KG.

• Waterproof overtrousers / rainpants
• Baselayer Hiking boots Socks
• Trekking trousers / pants
• shirts
• Casual shirt and/or T-shirts
• Fleece jacket or warm jumper/sweater
• Waterproof jacket
• Sunhat Warm hat
• Sunglasses
• Thermal gloves
• Warm and waterproof over gloves or mittens
• Headtorch/Headlamp with spare bulb and batteries
• Sun protection (including total bloc for lips, nose etc.)
• Water bottles 1 L. Antibacterial handwash
• Small towel Daypack,25/30Litres
• Trekking poles
• Sleeping bag 4 or 5 season * (rated down to – 20ºC)
• Warm jacket (down)*

Medical

• Small, personal first-aid kit. (Simple and light)

• Aspirin, first-aid tape, and plasters (Band-Aids)
• 1 skin-blister repair kit
• Anti-diarrhea pills
• Anti-headache pills
• Cough and/or cold medicine
• Anti-altitude sickness pills: Diamox or Acetylzolamide
• Stomach antibiotic: Ciprofloxacin, etc.
• Do not bring sleeping pills as they are a respiratory depressant.
•  Water purification tablets or water filter
• 1 set of earplugs Extra pair of prescription glasses, contact lens supplies.

Note: Walking pole, down jacket, sleeping bag, etc available on hire in Kathmandu or request we will provide it. NOTES Trip cost will vary depending on numbers of travelers, duration/days of trek, standard of hotel in Kathmandu before & after the trip. Please contact us to GET a Custom Quote.