Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu Airport and
transfer to your hotel.
Upon your
arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport you will transfer to the hotel by
our airport representative. After your freshness we will have talk about
your trekking plan in the hotel or our office. You will meet your guide also.
You can ask your question about the trek. Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 02: Full day Sightseeing Tours around
Kathmandu Valley.
After your
breakfast we will start sightseeing tour with our excellent tour guide.
Including Pashupatinath Temple, Bouddhanath Stupa, Monkey Temple (Swyambhunath
Stupa), Kathmandu Durbar Squre, Patan Durbar Squre etc. In the tour you have to
chances to learn historical, cultural and traditional background of Nepal. Stay
overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 03: Fly from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar and
then further drive to Chichila [1,840m/6035ft]. 8 hours.
After 50
minutes flight from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar with excellent mountains view we
will reach Tumlingtar. After landing Tumlingtar we will have 3 hours jeep drive
on a bumpy road t to ten we will arrive at Chichila. And overnight at
lodge/tea-house.
Day 04: Trek from Chichila to Num
[1,500m/4920ft]. 6-7 hour.
After
taking breakfast we begin our trip throughout the picturesque villages and
green mountain forests. A ridge line with great views on both face and perched
on the end is Num. Noise and lightning make exciting displays in Num evenings.
Stay overnight at tea-house.
Day 05: Trek from Num to Seduwa [1,540m/5051ft].
6-7 hours.
We start
our trek by steep fall down through the forests and terraced plots of land
takes to Arun River. Then winding ascends up the further side again. Often
quite hot – the forest on the valley sides offer a bit of dark. Makalu National
Park starts and we register our permits there. Stay overnight at teahouse/camp.
Day 06: Trek
from Seduwa to Tashi Gaon [2,070m/6,790ft]. 4-5 hours.
Ascending
the ridge bounded by the Ipsuwa River on the west and Kasuwa River on the east.
Crossing the hillside throughout silent villages and passing by small paddy
fields, we reach the village of Tashi Gaon. Then stay overnight at
Camp/teahouse.
Day 07: Trek from Tashi Gaon to Khongma
[3,560m/11,676ft]. 6-7 hours.
We start
our trek towards Khongma. Khongma is the last stop before crossing the Shipton
La and falling down into the upper sections of the isolated Barun Valley. The
green forests are replaced by clean and rhododendrons that cover the lower
parts of the mountains.
Day 08: Rest & acclimatization day at
Khongma.
Day 09: Trek from Khongma to Debotay
[3,650m/11,972ft] via Shipton La. 7-8 hours.
After
having breakfast to climb towards the summit of the Shipton La, this takes a
few hours to reach. After the lake Kalo Pokhari, pass over the Keke La at
4,152m. Wonderful views of Chamlang 7,319m, Peak 6 (6,524m) and Peak 7
(6,758m). After passage the Keke La passes, we move down throughout
the attractive valley to Debotay. Climbing high and sleeping low gives the
opportunity for acclimatization. After arrive at Debotay we stay overnight
there.
Day 10: Trek from Dibotey to Yangle Kharka
[3,600m/11,808ft]. 5-6 hours.
After
taking breakfast we begin our trek from Debotay, passing through the
Rhododendron forest leads to the Barun River and the upper reaches of the
valley. We have an enjoyable walk, gaining altitude slowly, until we arrive at
Yangle Kharka. This is situated at the base of the valley. Stay overnight at
camp/teahouse.
Day 11: Trek from Yangle Kharka to Merek
[4,500m/14,760ft]. 5-6 hours.
Today, we
trek to Merek. Since we are gaining height beyond 4, 000 meters, be sure to
allow your body the required time for acclimatization. Stay overnight at
camp/teahouse.
Day 12: Trek from Merek to Shersong. 6-7 hours
After
having breakfast we ascend up the valley, through yak fields and boulder
pasture. On future Shersong the south east ridge of Mount Makalu comes into
view. Stay overnight at Shersong.
Day 13: Trek from Shersong to Makalu Base Camp
[5,000m/16,400ft]. 6-7 hours.
You have
to make sure that you acclimatize well before walking up to Makalu Base Camp.
Enjoy the excellent views of the Himalayan Mountains through the day. Return
back to Camp to stay overnight.
Day 14: Trek from Makalu Base Camp to Yangle Kharka. 6-7 hours.
Today our
Trek move down back the valley and take our last sight of Makalu before turning
the corner and finally reaching Yangle Kharka for Overnight.
Day 15:Trek from Yangle Kharka to Mumbuk that takes 6 – 7 hours.
Day 16: Trek from Mumbuk to Khongma that takes 6 – 7 hours.
Day 17: Trek from Khongma to Tashi Gaon that takes 5 – 6 hours.
Day 18: Trek from Tashi Gaon to Num that takes 4 – 5 hours.
Day 19: Trek from Num to Chichila and then further trek to Tumlingtar that takes
9 – 10 hours in total.
Day 20: Fly back from Tumlingtar to Kathmandu. Hotel overnight
Day 21: Free day in Kathmandu.
Today is put for your rest day after your long trekking; you can do some shopping in Kathmandu or you can add pleasant mountain flight to Mt. Everest as extra activity if requisite. At the evening Mountain Nepal Trek offers you the Typical Nepalese Dinner with cultural shows in a famous neighboring food restaurant.
Day 22: Transfer to International Airport for your final departure.
Team of Gold Mountain Nepal Treks say good-bye and takes you to the international airport to catch your flight back to your home.
Information of passport and visas
You must to have a valid passport with at least 6 months validity from return date of your trips. You can easily get visas for Nepal from the Nepalese Consulate in your country or up on arrival in Kathmandu Airport (Tribhuwan International Airport). Nepalese visas cost is USD 25 for 15 days & USD 40 for 30 days.
Information of money & credit card
In Nepal you have to pay 3.5 % credit card commission as per Nepal’s Bank rules, on your payable amount of the total cost. So, please be positive that you bring some cash in USD to pay us. The same, for your extra expenses as well which are not included in our cost. We would like to request you not to change your money in the Airport expect your emergency case. You get the exchange rate is very low there. Our office well provides you the facility to exchange your money. Or, you can change from Money Changers or bank as well. Master Card, Visa Card, Paypal also accepted in major shopping center and in most of the tourist class hotels.
Bring required personal/official document
We want to suggest that to bring some of the required documents like valid passport, 4 extra passport sized photographs (for trekking permits), your travel insurance, airline tickets and luggage tags. Visas can be obtained upon arrival at Kathmandu. For details information about the required official papers don't be hesitate to ask us.
Case of flight delay
Flight by plane and helicopter are might be cancellations or delay cause of bad weather in remote areas. Some other times, operational complication may occur which is more possible to happen in Everest Region- Kathmandu – Lukla – Kathmandu flight, Annapurna region- Pokhara – Jomsom – Pokhara flight, Dolpa, Simikot , Jumla region etc. As these flights have some problem with fixed schedule, it is also suggested to carry extra money for food and accommodations. Trekking in the remote areas, especially during unusual season, you’re advised to keep extra days to prepare with some delays and avoid frustrating result. In case of delay in flight previous to trek departure or at the end of the trek, you need to manage your accommodation and food costs by yourself.
About your travel insurance
We request to all our valued clients to make and bring your complete travel insurance package. Your insurance must cover against medical, emergency evacuation, personal accident, trip cancellation, natural calamity, lost of gears, theft or damage your baggage etc.
Electricity Crisis Problem in Nepal
It is difficult to told you that Nepal has an electricity problem because Nepal is 2nd richest country in water resource but it is true Nepal still facing the problem. It means there is electricity off for some hours in day and night time. Most of the hotels in Kathmandu, Pokhara and other cities are possible to have no battery backup. In that case Air condition may not work and, sometimes, TV and other electric utensils may not run. Some hotels have possible to run the TV and AC as well. But, only few of them are lies in this standard category.
So, be organized for this while you are traveling in Nepal. For that situation, we suggested you to bring the flashlight with extra batteries.
Clothing and Equipment for Traveling in Mountains of Nepal
Trekking in the Mountains require to arrangement of equipment as you have to find yourself comfortable at higher altitude of Mountains. The basic clothing items are listed here please notice that.
Personal Equipment
- Down jacket or sweater.
- Wind/Water proof jacket (opt).
- Down vest and/or jacket (opt)
- Gloves (2 pairs).
- Sun hat or scarf.
- Sunglasses with UV protection.
- T-shirts minimum 2.
- Underwear (3).
- Hiking shorts (2).
- Lightweight cotton long pants.
- Light & Expedition weight thermal bottoms.
- Wool pants.
- Waterproof pants.
- Thin, lightweight internal socks (4).
- Thick, warm wool Trekking/Hiking socks (4).
- Hiking boots with extra laces.
- Camp shoes or sandals.
Other Necessary Equipment
- Sleeping bag at least rated to zero degrees F.
- Head light with extra bulbs and batteries.
- Basic First Aid Kit (Normal Medicine e.g. Sitamol, Diamox etc.)
- Large plastic bags to keep dry inside items of trek bag.
- Trekking Bag (approximately 2500 to 3000 cubic inches is OK).
- Water bottles (2).
- Toilet paper.
- Small washable towel.
*We manage all camping equipment for the Camping Trekking.
Can I buy/rent equipment in Kathmandu
Yes, you can do that but it is not actually required to spend large amount of your money to buy extra equipment and clothing earlier to your trip because most of the trekking equipment can be hired from Trekking shops within Kathmandu. Most of the gear is locally contrived. Some Chinese equipment are possible to be more expensive but qualitative. You can take Sleeping bag and down jacket easily on rent. Each item can be rented for less than USD 1 per day. You have to manage other items buying them yourself. Surely these items are more possible to be cheaper than those in your Country or hometown. We will display all the necessary equipment you need on the second day of your arrival.
How to book my trip
First choose the trip which you want to do? Then contact us through mail or phone, email is more effective and clear as well, after getting your email or call we will process for your booking. To confirm your booking, we need 20% amount of your total amount the payment can be made throughout the Bank transfer, Credit card payment (Master/Visa Card) or through online money transfers also Western Unions, Money Gram or others. After we get the 20% amount your booking will be confirmed and you will get the official booking and payment receipt from us. The rest amount you can pay after arrival at our office or hotel.