Overview
Major Attraction during Helambu Hike
- Scenic drive from Kathmandu to Sundarijal and Melamchipul to Kathmandu
- Exploration of villages including Tarke Ghyang and Sermathang
- Exploration of local vegetation and wildlife
- Exploration of local people culture and tradition
- Shivapuri National Park
- Witnessing the beautiful snow – capped ranges
- Jungle hiking
- Village Hiking
Cost Details of Helambu Hike – General Inclusion
- Briefing on phone every morning before the start of the trek.
- Guide on call duty at any time during the trek
- Arrangement of accommodation in the tea houses in the places where tea house owner is reachable.
- Phone guidance for the bus/jeep/car ticketing.
Cost Details of Helambu Hike – General Exclusion
- Nepal entry visa fee (you may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at International Airport - Kathmandu). You need 30$ dollar visa fee for 15 days, cash money will be easier.
- All Food & accommodations during the hike
- All necessary paper works Langtang national park entry permit & Trekker`s information management system (TIMS).
- Credit card processing fees for online payment.
- Satellite Phone - if you want to rent we can help you.
- Tips for your phone guide and driver (Tipping is never been compulsory though expected).
Itinerary
The spring (March to June) and fall (September to December) are the finest seasons for hiking in Helambu. These seasons offer stunning sights and a reasonable temperature.
A TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management System) card is required, and you may get one in Kathmandu or at the start of the trek. Additionally, there is a charge for the entry pass to Shivapuri National Park.
The best thing we can do to get ready for the walk is to engage in regular activity like jogging. For people who have prior experience walking or hiking in a high altitude environment, the Helambu climb is relatively simpler.
You will be offered Nepalese, Tibetan, and the more popular continental and Indian cuisines while you are hiking. Sometimes dishes on the menu might not be offered.
Just northeast of the Kathmandu Valley, in Nepal, is the Helambu Hike, a well-known hiking path. The walk passes through the lovely Helambu region, which is well-known for its picturesque mountain views, verdant forests, and traditional Sherpa communities.
Depending on your pace and schedule, the Helambu Hike can be finished in 5 days.
No, hiring a guide is not required for the Helambu Hike. There are numerous guesthouses and teahouses along the path, which is well-marked. However, if you have never gone trekking or are unfamiliar with the area, hiring a guide can be helpful.
Basic trekking supplies including durable hiking boots, warm clothing, a backpack, and a sleeping bag are required. You might also want to bring sunscreen, a hat, gloves, and a rain jacket. Bringing a first aid kit and a water filter system or purification tablets is an excellent idea.
Usually, the little village of Sundarijal, which is about an hour’s drive from Kathmandu, serves as the beginning point of the Helambu Hike. To get there, you can either hire a private vehicle or board a local bus.
More information about Helambu Hike - Self guided trekking trip
Helambu hike is one of the shortest and easiest hikes which lies in the Langtang region of Nepal. In this hike you will be indulging in nature along with the culture. Helambu hike will offer you to view the beautiful mountains and scenery from Chisapani which is not too far away from the city. The trail through the jungle and village is one of the major attractions of this hike.
During the hike, the hikers will be exploring the varieties of local vegetation, wildlife and culture and tradition of local people along with their lifestyle. The community of Helambu is known for the residence of Sherpa people and is dominated by Tamang along with Brahmin and Chhetri. You will find the people who mostly followed Buddhist religion during the Helambu hike.
If you are looking for a short and easy hike to do in Nepal along with the exploration of nature and culture then definitely Helambu hike can be an ideal choice for you. Exploring the local community along with the nature and snow – capped mountains can be unforgettable during Helambu hike and life time experiences too.
What to expect in Helambu Hike?
This hike is a self – guided trip so the guide will be available only through satellite phone. But if you want a porter to carry your stuff then Nepalgram Adventure will make the arrangement of a porter for the hikers. The accommodation and transportation facilities will be arranged by Nepalgram Adventure.
During the hike, you will be staying in a teahouse. You can find the best hospitality during Helambu hike. You will be witnessing the beauty of nature from the 1st day to the last day of your hike. The hikers will be exploring the culture and tradition of the local Tamang community and rich cultured villages of sermanthang and tarkeghyang.
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Itinerary of Helambu Hike
The initiation of Helambu hike is from Kathmandu. The 1st day of your hike starts with a scenic drive from Kathmandu to sundarijal. Reaching to Sundarijal, the hike of around 5 hours will take the hikers to Chisapani. The 2nd day of your hike will take you to Kutumsang which is located at an altitude of 2450 meters along with the view of Langtang range.
On the 3rd day, hiking around 6 hours will take the hikers to Tarkeghyang along with the exploration of monasteries and villages. The 4th of the hike will be complete in 5 hours which will take the hikers to sermanthang where the hikers will be offered to explore the culture along with the diverse landscapes and snow – capped mountains.
The 5th day is the last day of your Helambu hike where you will be hiking around 3/4 hours from Sermanthang and reach to Melamchipul Bazar. After reaching Melamchipul Bazar, you will be driving back to Kathmandu which will take around 1 hour.
If you have time then we recommended you to explore the Kathmandu valley too during Helambu hike. If you want to explore Kathmandu Valley during this hike then the itinerary goes like this:
- Kathmandu valley Tour
- Drive from Kathmandu to Sundarijal and trek to Chisapani (2280m).
- Hike from Chisapani to Kutumsang (2450m)
- Hike from Thadepati to TarkeGhyang (2560m); 6 hours
- Hike from Tarke Ghyang to Sermathang (2,610m); 5 hours
- Hike from Sermathang to Melamchipul bazar and drive back to Kathmandu Valley.
- Rest and guided shopping or it’s your rest day at Kathmandu, Thamel.
Helambu Hike can be an ideal choice for the explorers who want to explore the nature, cultural and tradition of the local community of Nepal along with hiking. It is also regarded to be the perfect choice for both beginner and professional hikers.
Outline Itinerary
- Day 1 – Drive from Kathmandu to Sundarijal and hike from sundarijal to Chisapani (2280m); 6 hours
- Day 2 – Hike from Chisapani to Kutumsang (2450m); 5/7 hours
- Day 3 – Hike from Thadepati to Tarke Ghyang (2560m); 6 hours
- Day 4 – Hike from Tarke Ghyang to Sermathang (2,610m); 5 hours
- Day 5 – Hike from Sermathang to Melamchipul bazar and drive back to Kathmandu (1380 meters); 4/5 hours
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