Helambu Circuit Trek

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Helambu Circuit Trek takes you to one of the most favorable places of Nepal trekking for apple production. ‘Apple of Helambu’ is a brand name in the Nepalese fruit market all over the nation. Comparatively easy trekking in Nepal, this rewards you with the wonders of nature and culture of Langtang region. Helambu Circuit trekking is named as the major dwellers...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Tamang and Sherpa cultural villages
    • Birds and vegetation of Shivapuri National Park
    • Stunning vistas of the snow-capped peaks of Langtang Range, Ganesh Himal and Mt. Gaurishankar
    • Fresh and organic apples of Helambu
    • Easiest and shortest trek from Kathmandu

What's this trip about?

    Helambu Circuit Trek takes you to one of the most favorable places of Nepal trekking for apple production. ‘Apple of Helambu’ is a brand name in the Nepalese fruit market all over the nation. Comparatively easy trekking in Nepal, this rewards you with the wonders of nature and culture of Langtang region. Helambu Circuit trekking is named as the major dwellers of this mountain valley are the Hyulmo people of Tibetan origin.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityKathmandu
End CityKathmandu

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Trekking & Expeditions

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • Nature
  • Trekking

Trip includes

    • Airport pick-up and drop off service
    • Trekking Guide and Trekking porter (Two participant=1 porter =Maximum 25 kg of luggage)
    • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & accommodation during the trekking
    • Sleeping bags, down jackets, duffel bags and trekking sticks if required,
    • Trekking permit of National park,
    • TIMS (Trekking Information Management System)
    • Insurance and equipment for the trekking staffs
    • First aid kit
    • Farewell dinner in Kathmandu with cultural program in typical Traditional Nepali restaurant

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Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport 1,350m/4,429ft)

On your arrival day, the NTR staff welcomes you at the Tribhuvan International Airport. Then, s/he relocates you at the hotel booked for accommodation around Thamel area. In your spare time, you can visit around the most significant touristic area of Thamel. You can also go around the UNESCO World Heritage Sites located in the Kathmandu Valley.

Day 2: Drive to Sundarijal & then trek to Chisapani (2,300m/7,546ft) - 6 Hours

After having your breakfast, you begin the trip by driving in a private jeep for an hour up to Sundarijal, Kathmandu. Then, you walk along the stone staircase and enter into Shivapuri National Park, which is famous for bird watching tour in Nepal. On the way, you see ...

Day 3: Trek Chisa Pani to Gul Bhanjyang (2,140m/7,021ft) - 5 Hours

While having your breakfast, you have an amazing sunrise view of Annapurna, Langtang, Ganesh Himal and Everest region. Afterwards, you move downhill and uphill through some typical mixed ethnic villages till you reach Pati Bhanjyang. By walking steep trail that passes...

Day 4: Trek from Gul Bhanjyang - Magnigoth (3,300m/10,825ft) - 5hrs

Today’s journey starts after having breakfast by walking along the rugged trail that goes past some Tamang community villages. When you reach a small pass called Kutumsang, you have the stunning view of Mt. Gaurishankar and Langtang Himalayan Range. Walking further through the lush forests of rhododendron and pine trees, you reach Magnigoth for the night stay.

Day 5: Trek Magnigoth - Melamchi Gaun (2,530m/8,301ft) - 6 Hours

After crossing a suspension bridge, you move across some Sherpa ethnic villages of Sindhupalchok district. You have to cross some small streams to reach Thadepati Pass that shows you stunning view of Naya Kanga (5,844m), Mt. Dorje Lakpa (6,966m) and other peaks of Lan...

Day 6: Trek Melamchi Gaun - Sarmathang (2,590m/8,497) - 6 Hours

The trail today runs uphill and downhill through a few Sherpa settlement areas after crossing a suspension bridge over the Melamchi Khola. After walking along the windy trail through the dense forests, you reach Tarkeghyang or Melamchi Bazaar. As the major settlers of...

Day 7: Trek Sarmathang - Melamchi Pul Bazaar (830m/2,723ft) - 5 Hours

After witnessing the sunrise view of the Ganesh Himal and Langtang Mountain Ranges, you descend towards Melamchi Pul Bazaar. The trail goes past the terraced farmland full of seasonal crops and vegetables for most of the time today. You also walk past some ethnic villages of mixed communities keeping their culture and tradition intact for ages.

Day 8: Drive Melamchi Pul Bazaar – Kathmandu - 4 Hours

Day 9: Departure Transfer

This is the last day of Helambu Circuit trek itinerary for 9 days. So, the representative of the agency escorts you up to the Tribhuvan International Airport. Have a wonderful journey ahead!

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Dates & Availability

Price From $690
Price per day$86
Last Updated: 11/10/2023

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Personal expenses
    • Drinks, beverages, hot shower
    • Travel insurance
    • Tips for Guide and porter (trekking staff)
    • Meals & hotel accommodation in Kathmandu (without itinerary)

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Meals Included

Breakfast , Lunch , Dinner

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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