16 Day Panch Pokhari Trekking

This trek to Panch Pokhari at the base of Jugal Himal offers pristine mountain views, rich culture and genuine adventure. This area offers a combination of rich cultural heritage, unsurpassed beauty and biological diversity as you trek to a group of high altitude holy lakes, sacred to both Buddhist and Hindu people. Trekkers first travel by bus to Chautara, five hours northeast of Kathmandu towards the Tibetan border. We travel through a mixture of beautiful mountain scenery and the terraced fields and characteristic houses of rural villages from different ethnic groups. On your first night you will experience life in the village homes of Sherpa and Tamang people and your guide will give a short talk on trekking, altitude sickness and the highlights of the trek.

These include the holy Five Lakes, the incredible Himalayan scenery and the life style of nomadic people unchanged by time. The unusual climatic and geographical mix make this area a naturalist’s dream and a mecca for those who appreciate traditional cultures. This trek starts from 1,450m and goes up to 4,100m at Panch Pokhari, a secluded pilgrimage site where the Janaipurnima festival is held in August. Many Hindu and Buddhist pilgrimages visit this site each year. This is a very spectacular and spiritual trek. The top of Panch Pokhari (4,100m) offers an excellent view of Jugal Himal Range, Rolwaling Range, Gosainkund, Kanchenjunga and Makalu. This trek can be done all year round except for the monsoon months and can be combined with a rafting tour.

16
Days
Sept - Nov / Feb - May
Easy
4100m

Trip Itinerary

Day 1Arrival at Tribhuban International Airport, pick up by our private vehicle, and transfer to the hotel. O/N Hotel.

Day 2Kathmandu sightseeing, including the Buddhist stupa of Boudhnath, Swyambhunath (Monkey Temple), and Patan Durbar Square, all of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. O/N Hotel

Day 3Drive from Kathmandu to Chautara (1200m.) takes about five hours. O/N Camp.

Day 4Trek from Chautara to Phurse (2045m.) takes approximately five and a half hours. O/N Camp.

Day 5Trek from Phurse to Kami Kharka (2845m.) takes about six hours. O/N Camp.

Day 6Trek from Kami Kharka to Pauwa Bas (3000m.) it takes approximately six hours. O/N Camp.

Day 7Trek from Pauwa Bas to Hile Bhanjyang (3400m.) takes approximately six hours. O/N Camp.

Day 8Trek from Hille Bhanjyang to Nasim Pati (3700m.) takes about four and a half hours. O/N Camp.

Day 9Trek from Nasim Pati to Panch Pokhari (4100m.) that takes approximately four hours. O/N Camp.

Day 10Trek from Panch Pokhari to Nasim Pati (3700m.) takes approximately three hours. O/N Camp.

Day 11Trek from Nasim Pati to Dukhang (2100m.) takes about six hours. O/N Camp.

Day 12Trek from Dukhang to Dhap (1200m.) takes almost six hours. O/N Camp.

Day 13Trek from Dhap to Melamchi Pul Bazaar (800m.) and it takes about six hours. O/N Camp.

Day 14Drive from Melamchi Pul Bazaar to Kathmandu (1350m.) takes about five hours. O/N Hotel.

Day 15Kathmandu – Time on your own - sightseeing can be arranged. O/N Hotel.

Day 16Last day of trip.

Included and Additional Expences

  • Airport/Hotel/Airport transfers.
  • 4 Nights Hotel accommodations in Kathmandu similar to 3 star (upgrade option available) on Bed & Breakfast Basis.
  • Sightseeing tour with English speaking city guide and all monument fees.
  • 11 days Camping Trek on Full Board Basis.
  • All surface transfers by a private vehicle.
  • 1 porter for each 2 members to carry their baggage (includes their food, accommodation and daily wages).
  • 1 Sherpa English speaking guide for entire trek days (includes their food, accommodation and daily wages).
  • Guide and porter insurance.
  • Trekkers' Information Management System (TIMS) Permit, and all local taxes.
  • Down Jacket, Sleeping bags (which needs to be returned after the trek.)
  • Duffel/kit bag (to put your trekking gear during the trek) can take after the trek as a souvenir.
  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
  • Alcoholic beverages, soft drinks and mineral water.
  • Your travel insurance (mandatory).
  • International airfare.
  • Nepal entry visa (Can be obtained upon arrival at Kathmandu airport, requires 2 passport size photos and US$ 40 or equivalent in any other currency)
  • Tipping
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