TREKKING

           

                                   You don't have to be an Olympic athlete to tackle the Himalayas. Nor do you need any special experience Trekking is just walking, and anyone who is moderately fit and has a sense of adventure will enjoy hiking and trekking in Nepal. The range of treks varies from a short gentle hikes through terraced foothills to lengthy expeditions to mount Everest's summit. whatever your level of fitness or experiences, you'll find an adventure of lifetime that is waiting for you in Nepal.

              

                                Nepal has some of the best trekking in the world, to and around several of world's highest mountains, including Mount Everest. Many people visit the country just to trek and the tourism industry is well prepared to facilitate all manner of trekking styles and destinations. On the one hand you could spend a year planning an expedition to wild and lofty places; on the other you could land in Kathmandu with no plans and be on the trail in just a matter of days.        

                              "Teahouse trekking" along the main trails is the most common style, with decent lodges in every settlement (and between), it is possible to trek in comfort with minimal preparation, equipment and support. There is no neeed to camp and a selection of western style foods are readily available from a menu system. No special permits are required, except some national part entry tickets on the way.

                 

                             Facilities available in remote areas are less expensive that in the more popular areas. Off the main trails where there are no lodges and food from menus, so a Nepali guide may become essential, and it is advisable to visit such regions with organised groups, including guide, porters and full support. Mustang, Kanchenjunga, Manaslu, Dolpa and Humala are the remote areas. Many of them require special permits.  

              There are lots of Agencies in Kathmandu and Pokhara who are always keen to provide you services of a guide or poter. During the main seasons the agencies run regulr group treks, both teahouse and campping styles, and it is generally possible to join a group doing a trek of your choice. Independent trekking is quite easy with straight forward preparations.

             The best seasons for trekking are either side of the monsoon season -- March-June and September-November. During this time the weather is generally find and the skies clear. It is possible to trek out of season, but be prepared for lots of rain (and leaches) during the monsoon and severe cold and closed passes during the winter months.

Naturally Nepal, Once is not enough!

Marshyandi River

        The natural scenery, high mountains, incomparable cultural heritage and numerous specialties have made Nepal a well-known destination in the world tourism map with a distinct image of its own. However, the development of tourism is limited in number and within the certain areas of the country only. The new government has shown greater concerns about the real value of tourism and its role in contributing to economic growth, poverty alleviation, equity and overall tourism development in the country.

       Therefore, the government is placing high priority on the tourism sector in its new economic development policy. As there is a favorable political situation in the country, the government is all geared towards economic revolution in next 10 years for the upliftment of the masses. In this connection, government of Nepal in consultation with Nepalese Tourism Industry, concerned organization and experts decided to launch a national tourism campaign "Nepal Tourism Year 2011". 

       The announcement reflects the government's anticipation to bring into at least one million international tourists in Nepal by the year 2011 and spread the benefits of tourism to the people at large. The national campaign also indicates the tourism industry's exigency to organize a tourism promotion campaign having wider impact.

           With the glittering badge of adventure destination and the adage "Atithi Devo Bhava" (Guests are Gods) that reflects "Atithi Satkar, Nepaliko Sanskar" (Hospitality is Nepalese culture) deeply rooted in our culture, the tourism products of Nepal never cease to mesmerize the visitors. The cultural, geographical, ethnic and bio-diversities of the country allure international visitors to Nepal time and again.





                

ANNAPURNA TREKS

  

The Annapurna region is an area in western Nepal where some of the most popular treks are located. the region is generally taken to include areas around the Annapurna Range (Annapurna Himal), the Dhaulagiri RRange and the Kaligandaki River valley. Peaks in the  Annapurnas include 8,091m Annapurna I, Nilgiri (7,061m) and Machhapuchchhre (6,993m). Dhaulagiri I (8,167m) is just to the west of the Annapurnas, Most of these peaks are visible throughout the region on clear days. The Annapurna Conservation Area is also located in the region. The Annapurna region, as travellers know it, is not an administrative region. The area is located in two zones - Gandaki and Dhaulagiri. 

       Annapurna is a subrange of the Himalaya. Annapurna I reaches 8,091m (26,538ft), making it the 10th highest summit in the world, one of fourteen over 8000 meters in the Himalaya and Karakoram ranges. It extends east from a huge gorge cut through the Himalaya by the Kaligandaki River to the Marsyangi River. The Dhaulagiri Range rises west of the Kaligandaki. 8,167 meter Dhaulagiri I is only 34km (21mi) from Annapurna I, making the valley between over 20,000 ft (6,000 m) deep.

        While walking on the Annapurna circuit trekking route, you will encounter 17,000-foot passes, glaciers, the world's deepest valley, pine forests, rice paddies, tundra, remote villages, and ancient monasteries.

ANNAPURNA CIRCUIT TREKS ITINERARY:



DAY 01: ARRIVE KATHMANDU (A)
DAY 02: SIGHTSEEING IN KATHMANDU 3 HRS (A,B)
DAY 03: DRIVE TO KHUDI VIA BESI SAHAR (2,591 ft/790m) 7-8 HRS (A,B,L,D)
DAY 04: TREK TO BAHUNDANDA (4,330ft/1,320m). 5-6 HRS (A,B,L,D)
DAY 05: TREK TO CHAMJE (4,691ft/1,430m). 6-7 HRS (A,B,L,D)
DAY 06: TREK TO BAGARCHHAP (7,086ft/2,160m). 6-7 HRS (A,B,L,D)
DAY 07: TREK TO CHAME (8,628ft/2,630m). 5 HRS (A,B,L,D)
DAY 08: TREK TO PISANG (10,465ft/3,190m). 5-6 HRS (A,B,L,D)
DAY 09: TREK TO MANANG (11,482ft/3,500m). 5-6 HRS (A,B,L,D)
DAY 10: REST DAY AT MANANG. (A,B,L,D)
DAY 11: TREK TO YAK KHARKA (13,418ft/4,090m). 3-4 HRS (A,B,L,D)
DAY 12: TREK TO THORONG PHEDI HIGH CAMP(16070ft/4900M). 4-5 HRS (A,B,L,D)
DAY 13: TREK TO MUKTINATH (3800M) VIA THORONG LA (17,764ft/5,414m) 8-9 HRS (A,B,L,D)
DAY 14: TREK TO KAGBENI (9,200ft/2804m) 6 HRS (A,B,L,D)
DAY 15: TREK TO MARPHA (8,760ft/2,670m). 7 HRS (A,B,L,D)
DAY 16: TREK TO LARJUNG (8,366ft/2,550m). 6-7 HRS (A,B,L,D)
DAY 17: TREK TO GHASA (6,100ft/1,859m). 7-8 HRS (A,B,L,D)
DAY 18: TREK TO TATOPANI (3,904ft/1,190m). 7-8 HRS (A,B,L,D)
DAY 19: TREK TO CHITRE (7,841ft/2,390m). 5-6 HRS (A,B,L,D)
DAY 20: TREK TO GHOREPANI (9,105ft/2,775m). 2-3 HRS CLIMB POON HILL (10,495ft/3190m) (A,B,L,D)
DAY 21: TREK TO NYAPHUL. DRIVE PKR (2,713ft/827m). 5-6 HRS (A,B,L)
DAY 22: POKHARA TO KATHMANDU (A,B)
DAY 23: AT LEISURE IN KATHMANDU. (A,B)
DAY 24: FLY BACK. (B) 

(Abbreviation: A - Accommodation, B - Breakfast, L - Lunch, D - Dinner)

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Trekking Tour Price (In group joining basis): Starts from USD 875(Lodge Base Trekking)

PRICE INCLUDES:

- Welcome at Kathmandu Airport
- Airport pick up service & transfer to your hotel
- Kathmandu 4 nights 2 stars hotel room with breakfast
- Pokhara 1 night hotel room with breakfast
- Sightseeing in three cultural heritage sites for 3 hrs.
- All necessary trekking paper works such as trekking permit (TIMS), national park entry permit & conservation permit
- Annapurna Conservation Permit fee
- Trekking Permit (TIMS) fee
- Annapurna region experienced government licensed and trained local English speaking guide
- Local people operated common room in lodges
- All hot meals on trek as per itinerary order with our hygienic Eco-friendly Outdoor Menu
- 2 solar showers while on trek- Treated drinking water to fill in your bottle
- Camp/dine fire/warm up charge where available
- Guide foods, insurance, salary, equipment, transportation & local taxes
- All road transport by public/private vehicle as per itinerary
- Kathmandu - Besisahar and Pokhara - Kathmandu bus transportation
- Applicable government taxes (13% VAT and 10% tourism service charges)
- Hotel-bus park-hotel transfers service
- Travel and rescue arrangement support
- Trekking crew medical supplies (first aid kit)
- Trekking success certificate (case of trekking success)
- Airport transfer to Kathmandu Airport by vehicle after trekking

THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Your all kinds of insurance
- Visa fees
- Single supplements except solo trekking service
- Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara
- Airport departure taxes (about USD 25 per person)
- Bar bills and laundry
- Optional trips
- Tips
- All except explained in "PRICE INCLUDES" section above

LOWER DOLPA TREKS

Lower Dolpa Treks This trek takes place in the north – west region of Nepal, the Lower parts of Dolpo district. It has been specifically designed for those who do not have much time but are willing trek in the remotest parts of Nepal. This area being on of the remotest and least exposed areas of Nepal, naturally isolated by the difficult topography still offers opportunity to meet the people and their lifestyle in a very authentic from almost untouched and unexplored. Visit to the Shey-Phoskindo National Park and the tarap Valley are the most interesting and lively places that are enough to overwhelm us with the authenticity such a lifestyle completely uninfluenced by the modernization. As this trek penetrates in the lower Dolpo, it does not require any special permit and  royalty as such. Trip Fact Activities: Trekking and sightseeing Trip Grade: Moderate Accommodation: Camping Only Transportation: Private Vehicle / Flights Group Size: 2 Pax Min. Highest access: Numa la Pass (5,190m) Best Season : June to Sept  Trip Duration: 23 Days Tour Scenery: mountain view Langtang Lirung, panoramic view of landscape and flora and fauna etc. Glimpse of itinerary Day 01: Arrival to Kathmandu airport and transfer to hotel. Day 02: Kathmandu/Necessery preparation for trekking Day 03: From Kathmandu fly to Nepalgunj (260m) Day 04: Fly Nepalganj–Juphal (2,350m) (25min) Trek Juphal –Dunai (2,150m) Day 05: Dunai –Tarakot (2,900m) Day 06: Tarakot –Chanki (2,900m) Day 07: Chanki –Tarap Khola (3,200m) Day 08: Tarap Khola – Rest / Acclimatise / Explore Day 09: Tarap Khola –Dho Tarap (4,040m) Day 10: Dho Tarap – Numa Phedi(4,500) Day 11: Numa Phedi – Numa Pass (5,190m) Baga Phedi (4,200m) Day 15: Baga Phedi – Baga Pass (5,070m) Phoskundo Lake (3,600m) Day 16: Phoskundo Rest/Explore Day 17: Phoskundo Lake – Roha Gaun (2,944m) Day 18: Roha Gaun – Dunai (2,150m) Day 19: Dunai – Juphal (2,350m) Day 20: Fly Juphal – Nepalganj (25min) Day 21: Fly Nepalganj – Kathmandu Day 22: Kathmandu – Rest /Sightseeing Day 23: Kathmandu – Depart to your destination Note: Itinerary Can be Customize as your Requirement. If this above itinerary is not suffice or have any questions, you can ask one of our expert team member for help.

Service Include

Airport picks up & drops.

Hotels at Kathmandu as per itinerary.

All meals & accommodation during the trekking period.

All Entrance fee and Trekking permit(TIMS).

Domestic airfare and airport tax.

Highly experienced guide and staffs.

Staffs food, clothing, salary and insurance.

All necessary grounded transportation.

Travel & Rescue arrangements.

Welcome & farewell dinner in Kathmandu at typical Nepali restaurant.

Service Exclude

Visa fees

Int'l air fare

Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills or extra porters)

Excess baggage charges

Rescue & Evacuation

Travel and rescue insurance

Lunch & evening meals in Kathmandu.

Tips for guides and porters (for staff)

UPPER DOLPA TREKS

Upper Dolpo Trekking is one of the most remote and least developed areas in Nepal. Although some geographers had explored this beautiful Trekking region. This trekking area was opened in 1989 but the some southern part of Dolpo was already opened to organized trekking groups.

Dolpo trekking region is located between the Tibetan plateau and the Dhaulagiri Himalayan range is the highest populated land of Dolpo. Geographically a southern extension of Tibet, it lies within the borders of the state of Nepal, since 1984 has been the countries largest national park and conservation, the park maintains an large quantity of wild life including Musk Deer, Himalayan Blue Sheep and the legendary mysterious Snow Leopard, as well as being home to a fascinating race of Tibetan speaking people. The tough highlanders of Dolpo are traders, exchanging barley for Tibetan rock salt and they take their yaks onto the Tibetan plateau during the summer for grazing.

Trekking Profile / Plans Trip Duration: 27 Days Hotel in Kathmandu: 04 Nights Hotel in Nepalgunj: 01 Night Flights: Kathmandu - Nepalgunj Nepalgunj - Juphal Juphal - Nepalgunj Nepalgunj - Kathmandu Total Trekking: 19 Days Type: Camping Max Elevation: 5,490m.

Highlights: Explore beauty of the deep blue water Phoksundo Lake. Experience Remote and Isolated Valleys. See the place where time seems to have stopped up for centuries. Seeing the people and its culture among highest in the globe.

Fact of the Upper Dolpo Trek

Weather Conditions: Dry, coldness and very often 

                                    the winds
Accommodation: Give priority to Camping / Local 

                              Lodges not found everywhere
Medical:              Aid Kit while trekking.
Communication : Available very few places. 
Rescue process: Helicopter Flights from Nepalgunj.
Best time (s):  Spring: March - June / autumn:  

                         September - mid November

 

 

Upper Dolpo Trekking Itinerary

Day 01: Your arrival to Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA), you will be met by Mission Eco Trek’s       

              Airport Representative, and transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 02: Full day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu valley (Boudhanath, Pashupatinath Temple Swayambhu, 

              and Kathmandu durbar square). Overnight at hotel.
Day 03: Fly to Nepalgunj - hotel.
Day 04: Fly to Juphal (Dopla) Camp in Dunai.
Day 05: Dunai - Hankhe (11 Km) 5 hours Trekking. Overnight in tent.
Day 06: Hankhe - Reiji, Five hours trekking. Overnight in tents.
Day 07: Reiji - Phoksundo Lake 3600m. 5 hour trekking. Overnight in tents.
Day 08: Phoksundo - Rest day/explore She Phoksundo. Overnight in tents.
Day 09: Phoksundo Lake-Lake beach 5 hour Trek. Overnight in tents.
Day 10: Lake Beach - Mandala Camp 4,570m. 5 hour trek. Overnight in tents.
Day 11: Mandala Camp - Kang La (5,240m) pass - Shey Gompa (4280m.) 6 hours trek. O.N.T
Day 12: Shey Gompa - Saldang pass (5010m) - Namgung 4,380m.  Hours trek. O.N. T
Day 13: Namgung-Yanger Gompa (3890m) 6 hours trekking. Overnight in tents.
Day 14: Yanger Gompa-Musi Gaon (4270m.) 6 hour trek. Overnight in tents.
Day 15: Musi Gaon - Lnag La (5002m) - Sime Gaon (3950m) 6 hour trek. Overnight in tents.
Day 16: Sime Gaon - Tinja (4150m) 6 hour trek. Overnight in tents.
Day 17: Tinja - Kheng (4550m) 6 hour trek. Overnight in tents.
Day 18: Kheng - Charka pass (5,036m) -Charka (4365m) 7 hour trek. Overnight in tents.
Day 19: Charka -Yak Kharka (4780m) 5 hour trek. Overnight in tents.
Day 20: Yak Kharka - Sangda pass (5490m) - Sangda phedi (5110m) 07 hours trek. O.N.T
Day 21: Sangda phedi - Sangda (3909m) 5 hour trek. Overnight in tents.
Day 22: Sangda - Phale Gaon (2900m) 5 and half hour trek. Overnight in tents.
Day 23: Phale Gaon - Jomsom (2710m) 3 and half hour trek. Overnight in tents.
Day 24: Fly from Jomsom - Pokhara. Overnight hotel.
Day 25: Fly or drive to Kathmandu.
Day 26: Free day, Relaxing or shopping with own activities than in the evening farewell dinner in Nepalese 

              Restaurant, overnight at Hotel.
Day 27: Relaxing and shopping with own activities. Mission Eco Trek & Expedition’s representative will 

              drop to airport for onward Flight. 

Nepal Tourrism Year 2011

 

Tengboche

The natural scenery, high mountains, incomparable cultural heritage and numerous specialties have made Nepal a well-known destination in the world tourism map with a distinct image of its own. However, the development of tourism is limited in number and within the certain areas of the country only. The new government has shown greater concerns about the real value of tourism and its role in contributing to economic growth, poverty alleviation, equity and overall tourism development in the country.

Gokyo lakes

Therefore, the government is placing high priority on the tourism sector in its new economic development policy. As there is a favorable political situation in the country, the government is all geared towards economic revolution in next 10 years for the up-liftment of the masses. In this connection, government of Nepal in consultation with Nepalese Tourism Industry, concerned organizations and experts decided to launch a national tourism campaign "Nepal Tourism Year 2011". This announcement reflects the government’s anticipation to bring into at least one million international tourists in Nepal by the year 2011 and spread the benefits of tourism to the people at large. The national campaign also indicates the tourism industry’s exigency to organize a tourism promotion campaign having wider impact.

Pashupatinath Temple

With the glittering badge of adventure destination and the adage “Atithi Devo Bhava” (Guests are Gods) that reflects "Atithi Satkar, Nepaliko Sanskar" (Hospitality is Nepalese culture) deeply rooted in our culture, the tourism products of Nepal never cease to mesmerize the visitors. The cultural, geographical, ethnic and bio-diversities of the country allure international visitors to Nepal time and again which truly substantiates the spirit of Nepal tourism brand; ‘Naturally Nepal, once is not enoug.

The concept of Nepal Tourism Year 2011 envisions harnessing these opportunities and strengths and bringing together the commitment of the government, expertise and experiences of the organizations like Nepal Tourism Board, aptitude and dynamism of the private sector and communities for further tourism development in the country. Active involvement of the major political parties, members of the Constitution Assembly and Right groups is always taken into consideration in order to make the campaign inclusive and participatory in modus operandi and effective in result. The campaign will also focus on mobilizing the networks of the Non-Resident Nepalis (NRN) communities, Nepalese diplomatic missions abroad, I/NGOs, airlines, and national and international media. Similarly, friends and well-wishers of Nepal, tourism academicians and celebrities will also be approached in order to highlight the campaign internally as well as internationally.

Helambu Trekking

      Located about 72 kilometers northeast of Kathmandu, it extends from north of Taramarang to the tree limit of the Gosainkunda Lake and lower slopes of Jugal Himal. There we meet several highland Tamang and Sherpa villages, scattered on both sides of the Malemchi Khola.

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 6 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.

Helambu Trek

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.

TREK DATES - 2011 (Ex Kathmandu)
22-28 January, 2011	22-28 October, 2011
22-28 February, 2011	22-28 November, 2011
22-28 March, 2011	22-28 December, 2011
Private treks are available on request.

TREK DATES - 2012 (Ex Kathmandu)
22-28 January, 2012	22-28 October, 2012
22-28 February, 2012	22-28 November, 2012
22-28 March, 2012	22-28 December, 2012
Private treks are available on request.

Helammbu Trek (07 Days)

Day 01	Sundarijal to Chisopani (2,300m) A 15km drive from Kathmandu takes you to the starting point of the trek. On arrival at Sundarijal, you can visit Shivapuri watershed and Wild life Reserve. From Sundarijal, the trail heads up to the concrete steps beside the pipeline which supply drinking water for the valley. We leave the pipeline near the dam, and then on to Mulkharka, trekking up the ridge at around 1895m, some 600m above Sundarijal. There you can take some time to relax in the convenient tea shops, and to enjoy the view back over the valley. We then continue walking to Chisopani (2300m) from where stunning mountain views are to be had.
Day 02	Chisopani to Khutumsang (2,470m) From Chisopani the trail leads down to Pati Bhanjyang (1770m), a lovely small village. After reaching Pati Bhanjyang, the trail leads up and then down to the village of Gul Bhanjyang (2140m). From here the trails climbs up to 2620m and then again descends along the rocky route to Khutumsang (2470m).
Day 03	Khutumsang to Tharepati (3490m) Following a ridge line, the trail continues via lightly populated forest to Magen Goth from where the view of Langtang and Gosaikund peak is stunning, and finally reaching Tharepati (3490m). This walk from is one of the best ridge walks among all treks in Nepal.The trails to Gosaikund branches off north - west from here.
Day 04	Tharepati to Tarke Gyang (2620m). Turning east, the trail rapidly descends down a ravine through small Sherpa village of Malemchigaon (2530m) with splendid lodges and fine old and artistic Gompas. The trail again descends leaving the village and crossing Malenchi Khola by a bridge at 1890m and making the long climb up the other side of the valley to Tarke Gyang at 2620m, which is the largest village in Helambu.
Day 05	Tarke Ghyang to Sermathang (2620m). The trails gently descends through a beautiful forest to Sermathang (2620m). It is the centre of an important apple growing area from where a fantastic view of the Himalayas is seen.
Day 06	Sermathang Today we immerse ourselves in the local culture, taking time out to meet the people of the area and understand their lifestyle and customs. It also acts as a spare day in case you wish to take the trek a little slower.
Day 07	Sermathang to Malemchi Pul Bazar (846m) and drive back to Kathmandu. As we leave Sermanthang the trails then continues to descent to Dubhachaur at 1500m, and then again steeply down to Malemchi (830m) where it meets the road. This village has good collection of teahouses and lodges and all kinds of transportation including buses to get to Panchkhal on the Kodari road. From there, we can catch a bus to Kathmandu (4-5 hours drive by bus).

Helambu

 View of Helambu

     This is a region of highland villages in Nepal, close to Kathmandu. It is the home of the Hyolmo. The word Helambu derives from the word Yolmo or Hyolmo.The Helambu region begins at the Lauribina La pass and descends to the Melamchi valley. Helambu is also famous for its sweet apples and artistic Buddhist monasteries and it is a sacred place for all the Buddhists around the world.

Helambu Trekking

         This is a good trek for people who don't have much time in Nepal. It is an 8-day long trek which starts in Kathmandu itself, but can be completed in as little as 5–6 days. The normal trailhead starts off at Sundarijal and goes past Chisopani,Yolmo, Kutumsang, Magin Goth, Tharepati, Malemchigaun and Yolmo, Tarke Gyang. After which you have the option of two roads one is the footpath via Sermathang or the bus route via Kiul Takpa Kharka. Kashye Both ways ultimately meet at Melemchi where you can take a bus back to Kathmandu. The maximum height reached during the trek is about 3650m. 

    As the journey progresses you visit the homes of Brahmins, Tamangs and Sherpa people of Nepal . This place has scenic grandeur and pleasant climate as well as a long history of Buddhism, culture and ancient tradition of Tamang and Sherpas. In Helambu region the Sherpa are quite distinct from the Sherpas of Solu khumbu(Everest region) both in language and customs. The people in Helambu where carefully exploited to a lower cast because of a Nepali king who was afraid they could give rebellion as they live all around the city regions. To this result, they still live in backward civilization. The ranges of mountains that rise above us match the diversity of the people we meet. From low altitudes we have excellent views of mountains that include Langtang, the Annapurnas, Manaslu and even Everest on a clear day. This is a pleasant and exciting journey, a time to relax and become immersed in the beauty of the Himalayas .

  

Route Way of Langtang & Helambu