Helambu Trekking

Trip Information
  • Trip Duration7 Days
  • DestinationNepal
  • Trip Grade Moderate
  • Max. Altitude 3,275m
  • Trip Type Trekking
  • Accommodation Tea House
  • Transport Drive in - Drive Out
Highlights
  • A perfect short trek to experience in the Himalayan region nearby the capital city of Nepal i.e. Kathmandu
  • Scope to experience the hylmo culture followed by nearby mountain people
  • Pass through the green bamboo and rhododendron forests, majestic waterfalls and various snow-covered Himalayan mountains making the trek the most diverse in Kathmandu.

Helambu Trekking Package 7 Days Itinerary and Cost for 2023

Helambu trek constitutes the perfect short trek to perform nearby the valley of Kathmandu. It plays a major role to highlight the unique hyolmo culture of various high mountain people, bamboo and green rhododendron forests, snow-capped Himalayan Mountains, majestic waterfalls and many more to make it a diverse trek nearby Kathmandu City.

Our classic Helaumbu trek begins in the Helambu region by following an easy level of trek. Later on, we move ahead from Sundarijal and ascend towards Chisopani, followed by other village areas, while descend to reach Melamchipul Bazaar. After this, we ascend towards Kakani and again follow a reverse trek to reach Melamchi village.  Our complete Helambu trek involves moving ahead from Chisapani at east of Kathmandu to reach to up to 3,500 meters. Even we create a loop via Helambu region towards northeastern region of Kathmandu. Here, you will find villages with mixed ethnics i.e. Sherpa villages and Tamang villages.

The complete Helambu trek route passes from villages and green as well as lush forest areas. Especially, if you opt to make a tour in the month of March or April, you will find rhododendron forests, excellent landscapes and Jugal Himal Range in your trek route. Besides scenic mountain views, you will come to know about a famous Sangepa Ripoche, who has retreated the place in the past. Today, everyone call him guru Rinpoche cave. Moreover, you will know about Ama Agri, where Ama implies mother and Agri is the name of a yak watcher woman. She died on a mountain peak of Helambu range and on her loving memory, her three sons made a Stupa on the same place they found her corpse.

Itinerary
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                      Cost Details
                      Cost Includes
                      • Airports pick up and Drop by private car/van/bus.
                      • 4 night’s deluxe accommodation in Kathmandu –The Address Kathmandu Hotel or Gaju suite (on the arrival day and after the trekking).
                      • Guided city tour in Kathmandu by private tourist vehicle.
                      • Kathmandu sightseeing entrance fees
                      • Your standard meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during the trekking.
                      • All necessary paper works and conservation entry permits.
                      • Ground transportation from Kathmandu to Syabru Bensi and Syabru Bensi to Kathmandu by drive.
                      • All accommodations in lodges/tea houses during the treks.
                      • Langtang National Park permits and TIMS permit for trekking.
                      • An experienced, helpful and friendly Guide, porters (1 porter for 2 peoples).
                      • Salary, Food, Drinks, Accommodation, Transportation and Insurance for the Guide and Porter.
                      • Arrangement of Emergency Helicopter service which will be paid by your Travel
                      • Insurance company.
                      • Medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).
                      • Farewell dinner in typical Nepali Restaurant with cultural dance show
                      • All our government taxes, vat, official expenses & service charges
                      Cost Excludes
                      • Nepal entry visa fee (you may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport - Kathmandu). You will require 2 passport size photos.
                      • Your Travel insurance.
                      • Food while you are in Kathmandu
                      • All the alcoholic and non alcoholic Drinks.
                      • Tips for the guide and porter.
                      Departure Dates
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                      Date PriceStatus 
                      Start DateSaturdaySep 23, 2023End DateFridaySep 29, 2023PricePriceUS$700StatusStatusAvailable
                      Start DateMondaySep 25, 2023End DateSundayOct 01, 2023PricePriceUS$700StatusStatusAvailable
                      Start DateWednesdaySep 27, 2023End DateTuesdayOct 03, 2023PricePriceUS$700StatusStatusAvailable
                      Start DateFridaySep 29, 2023End DateThursdayOct 05, 2023PricePriceUS$700StatusStatusAvailable
                      Essential Information

                      Best Time for Helambu Trekking

                      The spring and autumn are the best seasons for Helambu trek in Nepal. The spring (March-May) is a beautiful season that welcomes pleasant weather, warm temperature and blooming of new colorful flowers. The sky is clear and the trekkers will be able to explore beautiful nature and mesmerizing views in this season. The perfect weather in spring makes the trekking easy and comfortable. The autumn (Sept-Nov) is also a great trekking season with the average temperature, clear skies and stunning views of the Himalayas. The days are warm and the nights are chilly. It would be great to explore the natural and cultural beauty in autumn season. The winter (Dec-Feb) and monsoon (June-Aug) seasons are not much recommended due to the poor weather conditions which may bring obstacles in the trekking trip. However, you can do the 7 days Helambu trek in these seasons with full preparations.

                      Packing Lists for Helambu Trekking

                      Here are some of the lists of most important trekking equipment to pack for Helambu trekking:

                      • Down jackets, windproof and water proof jackets, trekking trousers
                      • Trekking boots, socks, t-shirts, long sleeve shirts
                      • Gloves, scarf, hat, sun glasses, quick drying towel, underwear
                      • Sunscreen cream, moisturizer, lip balm, face wipes
                      • Cell phone, camera, power banks, head light
                      • Water bottles, medical kits, water purifying tablets
                      • Extra money, etc.
                      • You can also pack other necessary and valuable things and leave the unnecessary things at the hotel.

                      Difficulty Level of Helambu Trekking

                      The Helambu trek is an easy level of 7 days trek. This trek does not require any kinds of previous trekking experiences. This trek is suitable for beginners also. You need to be able to walk for 5-6 hours of trek each day. It can be completed by anyone with proper physical and mental fitness.

                      Accommodations during Helambu Trekking

                      will be provided with proper accommodation facilities in the Helambu trek. The teahouses and lodges of the Helambu region are safe and comfortable. They will provide you with two shared beds, mattress, sheets, pillow, and a blanket to keep you warm. In most of the teahouses you will have an attached bathroom and a shower.

                      Foods during Helambu Trekking

                      While doing the Helambu trekking, the teahouses will provide you variety of cuisines, from national to international. For dinner, you will be served with typical Nepali Khana set which is Dal Bhat and Tarkari. Along with the national food items, you can expect some international cuisines as well such as pizza, burger, noodles, Momo, sandwiches, pasta and many more. You can choose anything from the menu according to your tastes and preferences.

                      Drinking water during Helambu trekking

                      The safe drinking water is available in the teahouses and hotels during the Helambu trekking. You can buy the bottled water, filter water or hot water. You should carry your own water bottle to fill the water from the tap and the water purification tablets while trekking. You can drink the water from the tap only after the purification.

                      Electricity, hot showers and WIFI facilities during Helambu Trekking

                      During the Helambu trek you can find the electricity and hot showers facilities in almost every teahouse. At the lower elevations the WIFI services are also available. But once the elevation begins to increase, the network connection will get unstable, making the internet slow. For the usage of these WIFI electricity and hot shower facilities you need to pay extra money.

                      Guides and Porters for Helambu Trekking

                      Welcome Nepal Treks arranges the best and professional guides and porters for Helambu Trek. Our guides are good at speaking English and are well experienced. The guides know the best routes, teahouses which will be a great advantage in the trek. The porters will carry your heavy bags and keep them safe throughout the trek. Having a guide and porter for the trek is great as you will be provided proper safety and security.

                      Trekking Permits for Helambu Trekking

                      For the Helambu Trekking, you need Langtang National Park entry trek permit and Shivapuri National Park fee.

                      Travel Insurance for Helambu Trekking

                      It is mandatory to have travel insurance for Helambu trekking in Nepal. Welcome Nepal Treks strongly suggest you to have travel insurance. There are chances of unforeseen or unexpected events while doing trek such as injury, illness, flood, landslide, sudden climate changes, etc. So, for your safety during Helambu trek, you must have good travel insurance that covers medical expenses and emergency helicopter rescues. This will make your trip safe and let you enjoy the trip without any worries. It is best to have good travel insurance while doing the Helambu trek.

                      Tipping on Helambu trekking

                      The tips are the reward in form of money or gifts to the services provider for their great work and services. In this Helambu trek, you will receive great help and outstanding services from the guides and porters. The tipping is not compulsory for the trek but is expected by the guides and porters after providing you the best services throughout the trek. If you liked their services then you can reward them with small number of tips. The tips will make them happy and encourage them to work even better. Overall, the tipping during Helambu trek completely depends on your choice and wish.

                      Why to do Helambu Trekking

                      The Helambu trekking is a beautiful trekking journey to the naturally and culturally rich Helambu valley. Trekkers would enjoy the incredible landscapes and views of stunning tall mountains such as Gauri Shankar, Langtang, and Ganesh Himal, etc. You will be amazed and inspired by the simple lifestyle of the local Nepalese people. Helambu is one of the best trekking destinations for any kind of trekkers. It is a short 7 days trekking filled with awesome natural and thrilling experiences.

                      Why Welcome Nepal Treks for Helambu Trekking

                      Welcome Nepal Treks is a local tour and trekking agency that organizes the tours and treks at the best price with high quality services. We advise you to do the 7 days Helambu Trek with us as we are well experienced trekking agency. The team is well trained, experienced and professional. Our first priority is to make our customer safe and happy. We provide professional and much trained and well experienced guides and porters to make your journey enjoyable and fun. From picking up in airport, lodging, transportation to dropping at the airport for departure; everything will be done in a professional way. We guarantee the best services, and provide the best Helambu trekking trip that you will never forget.

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