Helambu Trek - 10 Days

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1 Helambu Trek - 10 Days Helambu Trek in the Langtang region of Nepal is one of the best short trekking trails in the mid hills, nearest to the capital, the Kathmandu Valley. This trek is considered one of the most diverse trek in terms of both nature and culture. Helambu Trekking allows trekkers to enjoy the magnificence of nature supported by the genuine hospitality of local people. Splendid view of Annapurna, Manaslu, Langtang, Dorje Lakpa, imposing waterfalls, green rhododendron, pine, oak and bamboo forest and pristine little settlements, lifestyle, culture, and tradition of Tamang, Sherpa, Brahmin and Chhetri people will help you to collect some of the most enthralling experience in your life in just 10 days time. Helambu Treks in the Shivapuri National Park start after an hour s bus ride to Sundarijal, the starting point of the trek. The actual hike to Helambu starting Sundarijalcontinues through Kutumsang, Tharepati, Melamchi Village, Sermathang, Melamchi Bridge and ends with a bus ride back to Kathmandu. 3,690m (Thadepati Pass) is the maximum altitude achieved during the trek and Melamchi Village is the biggest settlement with the main Tibetan Gompa. Amigo Treks and Expedition offers 10 days Helambu Trek itinerary, which is perfectly designed to help trekkers to fully enjoy the Helambu region. However the package can be customized to trekker s needs, requirements, budget and the number of days in Nepal. All the Helambu Trek packages come with 100% departure date guarantee and special group discount. The packages include full board during the trek and bed and breakfast before and after the trek. Accommodation arrangement is done in a tourist standard hotel in Kathmandu and some of the finest lodges and guesthouses during the trek. Enjoy free map with each package! It s a moderate trek, which can be attempted by anyone who is physically fit, and has sound health. Plan your trek in between March-May and September- December for supportive trail, weather and visibility. Nevertheless, Amigo Treks and Expedition can help you plan your trek anytime of the year. Apart from this introductory trek, if you are looking to explore more areas of the Langtang region, we suggest you to try our other best packages like Langtang Valley Trek 11 days, Gosainkunda Holy Lake Trek 17 days, or even Tamang Heritage Trail Trek 10 days. Enjoy! Outline Itinerary Day 01: Arrival day (1,300m/4,264 ft) Day 02: Kathmandu Valley sightseeing and trek preparation (1,300m/4,264 ft) Day 03: Drive to Sundarijal and hike to Chisopani (2,165m/7,103ft) Day 04: Trek to Kutumsang (2,470m/8,103ft)

2 Day 05: Trek to Tharepati (3,690m/12,106ft) Day 06: Trek to Melamchi Gaon (2,530m/8,300ft) Day 07: Trek to Sermathang (2,590m/8,497ft) Day 08: Trek to Malemchi Pul (870m/2,858ft) Day 09: Drive to Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft) Day 10: Departure day Trip Includes Airport pick up and drop by private vehicle 3 Nights twin sharing accommodation in Kathmandu at tourist standard hotel with breakfast One full day guided city tour by private vehicle Welcome dinner and farewell dinner at one of the best Nepalese restaurant with traditional ethnic music and dance Accommodation during trek (lodge/tea house) Trekking permits and Tims permits Melamchi- Kathmandu transport by public bus. All breakfast and 2 special dinner in Kathmandu All meals (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) during the trek Gov. licensed and well trained English speaking guide and his entire expenses A porter (One porter for each 2 members) and his entire expenses Insurance of Guide and Porter All required local tax and Gov tax Down jackets and sleeping bags Trip Excludes

3 Nepal arrival visa Meals in the city except breakfast and above mentioned special dinner Monument entrance fees Your personal nature expenses eg. Mineral water, Beer, Coke and entire beverage etc Travel insurance that covers trip cancelation and Helicopter evacuation Tips and any other extending trips and accommodation Travel Insurance: This piece of information is for everyone planning Helambu Trek in the Langtang region of Nepal. Please get a travel insurance that covers all the added expenses that might result due to various health issues, injuries or accidents (together with air ambulance, helicopter rescue and other treatment cost). Also, make sure that your insurance policy covers all extra activities that you are planning to accomplish throughout your stay in Nepal. In addition to this, the policy should also cover death, misplaced luggage, theft and liability, cancellations, medical treatment (counting hospital charges, cost of the medicine, doctor s fees) as well as repatriation cost. Health, fitness and experience requirements: The Helambu Trek in the Langtang region of Nepal is considered moderate and anyone with average physical fitness level and sound health can plan this trek. However, it is highly suggested to seek advice, medication and permission from your doctor before scheduling your trek. It is also recommended to take expert guidance from your local General Practitioner regarding the necessary guide walks prior to this trek. In the absence of GP, seeking advice from travel clinic is also considered as a very good idea. Moreover, no technical skill is required to plan your trek or any other exploratory trips in Nepal. Nevertheless, your prior hiking or camping experience will definitely be considered as a plus point. Also, a few weeks of regular exercise and jogging is recommended before the trip to build up the required stamina. Note: We kindly request you to inform us regarding your present health condition, medical situation, preceding illnesses and the medications you are taking. We expect you to be honest regarding these issues, so that we can get prepared for emergencies. Food and Accommodation: Amigo family always makes sure that our customers get the right value for their money. Therefore, we always attempt to make some of the best arrangements for

4 our customers. To ensure a comfortable stay, we book a tourist standard hotel in Kathmandu before and after your trek. Normally, the rooms are twin share, where you will have to share your room with another member of your group. However, this totally depends on the size of your group and the availability of rooms in the hotel. On request, triple share can also be arranged. However, if you are looking for a single supplement room, extra charges will be applicable. During the trek, your accommodation is arranged in local guest houses and lodges. These lodges and guest houses provide clean and comfortable rooms with basic amenities. A full board meal (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and tea & coffee) will be provided during the entire trek. You can enjoy western food (subject to availability) as well as Nepali food. The food is usually served from a teahouse menu during the trek. The food provided during the trek is simply great. Our attempt while you are on a trek: Most of the trekking trails in Nepal take you to the remote Himalayan and Hilly region of Nepal, where communication facilities are very less. Therefore, Amigo Treks and Expedition takes all the responsibility and makes attempts to deliver your message to your family, friend, relatives or the concerned person. However, in this trek, telephone services are available up till Melamchi Gaon. So, communication won t be a problem here. Moreover, our guides are provided with a cell phone and are contacted on a regular basis. In any kind of emergency, you can use the cell phone provided to our guides to send your message to us, which will further be delivered to the respected person. Also, our guides will make every possible attempt to follow the planned itinerary; however, it is kindly requested to be flexible in case of changes in the itinerary caused by extreme weather conditions or bad health condition of a group member. Moreover, we can also help you reschedule your international flight (extra charges applicable) if you need any additional days to complete your trek. We will make every possible attempt to make your trek a grand success. Why trek with us? Amigo Treks & Expedition offer a wonderful opportunity to help you visit those areas, culture and tradition of Nepal that have never been explored before. Your trip itineraries are fully customized in order to meet the individual needs and interests of travelers. We also partner with local people and leaders to help you get the maximum out of the trip. We are highly dedicated and offer years of experience to plan an outstanding adventure trip for you. Customer service is our top priority; therefore, we cater to every possible need of yours during your stay in Nepal, be it the food, accommodation, varied destination or your communication needs. Despite all these facilities, our best packages are offered at a very competitive rate. When should I plan this trek?

5 Though Nepal can be visited any time of the year, the best season to plan Helambu Trek is spring and autumn. Spring - Mid-March, April and May, perfect months to plan Helambu Trek. These months support us with warm weather, clear skies, good temperature and the best visibility. Autumn Mid September, October and November, perfect months to plan Helambu Trek. These months support us with better visibility, clear blue skies and excellent trail. Winter December, January and February are good months to plan Helambu Trek. Summer Mid June, July and August are not the best months to plan Helambu Trek as the monsoon rain affects everything, that is, trail, weather, temperature as well as visibility. What should I bring? Along with warm clothes you will also need other equipment for the sufficient protection of your body. Below is the list of necessary items that you need to pack before commencing your trek. Head- Hat (with a wide brim), Sunglasses (with UV protection), Sunscreen lotion and Lip balm Upper body- T-shirts (2), light and expedition weight thermal tops, Fleece jacket and pullover, Fleece wind-stopper jacket (Optional), waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket, down vest/jacket (included) Hands - Lightweight gloves, heavy-weight gloves/mittens with a waterproof outer shell Lower body - Underwear (4), hiking shorts (2), lightweight cotton long pants, light and expedition weight thermal bottoms, Fleece or wool pants, waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants Feet - Thin, light-wear inner socks (4), thick, warm wool hiking socks (4), hiking boots with spare laces, camp shoes (sneakers and/or sandals), gaiters. Accessories - Sleeping bag rated to zero degrees F (included), headlamp with spare bulb and batteries, small padlock or combination lock, basic first aid kit, large plastic bags (for keeping items dry inside trek bag), day pack, water bottles (2), hiking pole/walking sticks, small ear plugs Toiletries Soap, shampoo, toothbrush, small wash towel Extras - Cameras with extra batteries and cards, binoculars, light balaclava or warm fleece hat, reading books, trip map/guide book, journal & pen, ipod & travel

6 games (like cards, chess, and backgammon) Our legal documents: Registered under the government of Nepal, Amigo Treks & Expedition is a fully licensed and certified company. Therefore, this company holds complete authority to operate treks, tours, expedition, hiking and many other tourism related services in the Nepal, Tibet and Bhutan. In addition to this, we are also a very active member of the following organizations. Nepal Tourism board (NTB) Trekking Agents Association of Nepal (TAAN) Kathmandu Environment Education Project (KEEP) Ministry of Finance, Department of Taxation Company Registration Office, Pvt. Ltd. Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation, Department of Tourism Industry Passport and Visa Information: It is very easy to obtain Nepal s visa. You may either apply for a visa at your nearest Nepalese Embassy/Consulate or Mission offices in your own country or you can buy this upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. To apply for a visa, you need 2 passport size photographs, Visa fees in US dollars and your passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the trip. However, nationals of SAARC countries (India, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Maldives and Afghanistan) and China do not require any visa to visit Nepal. Transit visa for foreign nationalities is only provided for 3 days. Therefore, visa is required for longer stays. However, for the convenience or foreign nationals, a visa is also provided from the borders listed below: Tribhuvan International Airport (Kathmandu) Kakarvitta, Jhapa (Eastern Nepal) Birgunj, Parsa (Central Nepal) Kodari, Sindhupalchowk (Northern Border of Nepal) Belhiya, Bhairahawa (Western Nepal)

7 Jamuna, Nepalgunj (Mid Western Nepal) Mohana, Dhangadhi (Far Western Nepal) Gaddachauki, Mahendranagar (Far Western Nepal) Tourist Visa Fees: Transit visa (3 days) Free of cost Multiple entry (15 days) 25 USD or equivalent convertible currency Multiple entry (30 days) 40 USD or equivalent convertible currency Multiple entry (90 days) 100 USD or equivalent convertible currency (For more information, please contact the Department of Immigration, Kalikasthan, Dillibazar, Kathmandu. Tel: / / / )