TRIP FACT
Duration: 8 Days
Difficulty: Easy – Medium
Hotels: Very Good
Seasons: October – April
Maximum Elevation: 3640m, -
Helambu is located 75km north of Kathmandu circling the Melamchi Khola. You can catch a good view of mountain landscapes along this region. The area is blissfully quiet and sees few trekkers. Loop around from Sundarijal to Thimbu or Kiul, passing alpine meadows and Buddhists villages. Or alternatively you may also choose to trek from Helambu onto the end of Langtang or Gosaikund trek, crossing into Helambu via high altitude passes at Laurebina La (4610m) or Ganja La (5106m). The region is good to trek from October – May. Common gateways to this trek include Sundarijal and Kiul & Thimbu.
Day 1: Kathmandu Arrival
Day 2: Sundarijal to Chisopani
Day 3: Chisopani to Golphu Bhanjyang
Day 4: Golphu Bhanjyang to Tharepati
Day 5: Tharepati to Melamchi Ghyang
Day 6: Melamchi Ghyang to Take Ghyang
Day 7: Tarke Ghyang to Thimbu/ Kiul
Day 8: Kathmandu Departure
This is the closest trek route from Kathmandu. Most trekkers also consider Helambu Circuit to be a sample for Nepal’s trekking experience. Trek through the Alpine meadows, past Buddhist villages and enjoy the soaring views of majestic Himalayas. Commence the trek from Sundarijal, and visit Shivapuri National Park on the very first Day. Most of the inhabitants of this region are Sherpas. Learn about the culture and lifestyle of Sherpas of Helambu, who often call themselves Yolmo. They are different from Sherpas of Khumbu region and have unique culture. Visit the sacred site of Melamchi Ghyang and Tharepati, where the great Guru Rinpoche was believed to have meditated long ago. Some of the main attractions of this region include: exquisite gompas enshrining statues of Guru Rinpoche, Sakyamuni, and Chenresig (Avalokitesvara). There are sites around Helambu that are associated with the great Padmasambhava, (Buddhist deity), and 11th century Tibetan poet Milarepa. Between the months of March or April, Yolmo (Local Sherpas) conduct special rituals praying to the sacred mountains there.
Helambu circuit
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