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    Adventure tours in Nepal.

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      Adventure tours in Nepal.
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        • Trip Facts

          Max. Altitude: (4636 m / 15209 ft)

          Duration: 13 nights / 14 days

          Level of difficulty: moderate

          Estimated distance: 85 km

          Accommodation: Hotel in Kathmandu, Teahouses on the trek

          Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner

          Transportation: private vehicle

          Best season to do this trip: March to May, mid-September to mid-December

           

          Trip Highlight

          Traveling to Nepal is an awesome adventure experience in itself, but here are some highlights you can look forward to on your trek from Gosainkunda to Helambu.

          • sightseeing in Kathmandu
          • tasting varieties of local food
          • hiking through the mystic forests in the morning hours
          • viewing sunset from Laurebina 
          • jaw-dropping view of Mt. Lirung on day 5

        • Some snapshots from our Gosainkunda-Helambu trek

          Beautiful flowers
          Good day at school!
          Evening bon fire
          Yaks
          Beautiful villages girls!
          Local tea house!
          Chipling village
          Making some friends!
          Women in Helambu  village!
          Frozen alpine lake!
          Adventure that gives back to the locals
          Mystic forest
          Monsoon flowers
        • Itinerary

          Our 14-day itinerary has been carefully designed so that you have time for sightseeing in Kathmandu and acclimatization before gaining further elevation during the trek. If you wish to make any changes in this itinerary then please let us know and we can customize it for you.

          Day 1: Arrival

          On arrival, you will be welcomed by a staff member at the Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu. A 45 minutes drive, depending on traffic, will bring you to your accommodation in Kathmandu. Rest and relax for the rest of the day while enjoying your first local food.

          The B&Bs and hotels that we chose for our guests are located in safe and peaceful areas with supermarkets and restaurants within walking distance.

          Meals: dinner

          Accommodation: Hotel in Kathmandu

          Day 2: Orientation and Kathmandu cultural tour

          Enjoy your complimentary breakfast in the morning and meet your adventure tour guide. He will walk you through trek preparations including understanding the culture, gear lists and show you the trekking route on a map. Afterward, you will get to explore Kathmandu City and its cultural heritage.​

          Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner

          Accommodation: Hotel in Kathmandu

          Day 3: Drive to Dhunche (2022 m / 6634 ft) and trek to Deurali (2400 m / 7874 ft)

          Our journey starts with a long and bumpy drive on the mountain road, making our way to Dunche. After lunch in Dunche, we trek to Deurali. It is short, steep and a good warm-up start. This is a perfect place to stretch out and to spend the night after the long drive.

          Driving hours: 6-7

          Hiking: 3 hours / 3 km

          Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner

          Accommodation: teahouse in Deurali

          Day 4: Trek to Cholongpati (3600 m / 11811 ft)

          Today our hike starts with a steep uphill section that will last 3 hours. You will stop for a lunch at Sing Gompa and refill your water bottles before we get back on the trail again for the second half of the day. In the evening, you will sit around the fire with hot tea to join other trekkers and locals to hear their stories.

          Hiking: 6 hours / 9 km

          Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner

          Accommodation: teahouse in Cholongpati

          Day 5: Trek to Gosainkunda (4380 m / 14207 ft)

          You will be hiking on a gradual uphill section at the beginning of the hike today. We will have a short tea break in Laurebina while enjoying spectacular mountain views. Once you reach the top of this climb, you will start walking on the narrow path going ups and downs all the way to Gosainkunda. You will be gaining some altitude at this point and you will probably start feeling it, but don't worry, your guide will be making sure that you are feeling well and drinking enough water. Staying positive and following your guide is the best way to do it. As we get closure to reaching our destination, be ready to amaze by the view of beautiful lakes and the surrounding mountains.

          Hiking: 4 hours / 6 km

          Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner

          Accommodation: teahouse in Gosainkunda

          Day 6: Summiting the Surya peak (5145 m /16879 ft)

          The next day, we will leave early in the morning at 4 am to summit the top of Surya peak. To reach the summit it will take 3-4 hours and the same for coming back down again. From the top, you will be able to spot even the Mt. Everest at the distance, if the weather is clear. We will enjoy the moment for a while, drink some water, grab a snack bar and make our way back to the tea house in Gosainkunda for the night.

          Hiking: 6 hours / 9 km

          Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner

          Accommodation: teahouse in Gosainkunda

          Day 7: Trek to Ghopte (3530 m / 11581 ft)

          Once you finish our breakfast, you will slowly pack and be ready to leave. You will be hiking through an uphill section at the beginning for 2 hours to reach the Laurebina Pass, which lies at 4636 meters. You will be able to enjoy the panoramic view from this pass. You will be on a downhill section now onwards for 3 hours to Phedi for lunch and Kathmandu another 2 hours to Ghopte. You will be spending the night at this cozy teahouse that's surrounded by high peaks.

          Hiking: 8 hours / 13 km

          Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner

          Accommodation: teahouse in Ghopte

          Day 8: Trek to Mangengoth (3340 m / 10958 ft)

          After breakfast, we will slowly make our way to Mangengoth. It is a tiny little village with only two houses and naturally very beautiful. We will be walking for 3 hours to Thadepati where we will stop for the tea and from there another 2 hours to Mangengoth. There are some steep downhill trails today to be careful of. But, don't worry. Your guide will be making sure that you are doing it right!

          Hiking: 6 hours / 9 km

          Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner

          Accommodation: teahouse in Mangengoth

          Day 9: Trek to Chipling (2190 m / 7185 ft)

          Chipling is a small Tamang community village. It lies right on the ridge of the hill which makes this place very exciting and full of awesome sceneries. In the morning you can enjoy the sunrise and in the evening a beautiful sunset on the other side. A great place to spend the night.

          Hiking: 8 hours / 14 km

          Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner

          Accommodation: teahouse in Kutumsang

          Day 10: Trek to Chisapani (2222 m / 7215 ft) and trek to Kathmandu

          The hike today is a mix of uphill, downhill and lots of flat sections as well. In the morning, we will be hiking down and up to Chipling village for lunch. After the tasty Dalbhat, we will make our way towards Chisapani walking 3-4 hours. Chisapani means cold water in Nepali. The village itself is green and fresh! It's sitting on the top of the hill overlooking more than 10 mountain ranges in the north. In the evening, you can enjoy the sunset view and good food prepared by the locals.

          Hiking hours: 7 / Distance: 10 km

          Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner

          Accommodation: teahouse in Chisapani

          Day 12: Trek to Sundarijal (1300 m / 4265 ft)

          If you are early enough in the morning, you will be able to spot the Mt. Everest and the great Himalayan wall in the sunrise. After breakfast, we will make our way up to Deurali pass. At this point, you will slowly be able to see a glimpse of Kathmandu valley at the distance. From the pass, we will start to make our way down to Sundarijal. It's a place named after the local hydropower. Our private vehicle will be waiting for us there to drive us back to our hotel in Kathmandu.

          Hiking hours: 5 / Distance: 11 km

          Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner

          Accommodation: Hotel in Kathmandu

          Day 13: Debrief and day off

          After breakfast, we will meet with you to talk about your travel experience. In order to improve our customer experiences, we would love to hear your feedback. For the rest of the day, you can rest and relax, go shopping, or participate in one of our day tours around Kathmandu.

          Meals: Breakfast and dinner

          Accommodation: Hotel in Kathmandu

          Day 14: Departure

          It’s time to say goodbye, or better - see you again! One of our staff members will drop you at the Tribhuwan International Airport 2-3 hours before your scheduled flight time, making sure that you have enough time to check in.​

          TRIP COST WILL INCLUDE​​​

          • airport shuttle on arrival and departure
          • 4 nights at a B&B in Kathmandu, includes complimentary breakfast
          • Kathmandu cultural tour on day 2 - lunch included
          • mineral water during your stay in Kathmandu (filtered drinking water provided during the trek)
          • all room and board during the trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner and 4/5 coffees or teas a day)
          • Expert local guide
          • all necessary documents and permits
          • all transportation on the trek
          • group medical supplies (first aid kit)
          • 13% VAT

          TRIP COST WILL EXCLUDE

          • airfare to and from Nepal
          • travel insurance
          • visa fees 
          • meals not mentioned during your stay in Kathmandu
          • additional day trips in Kathmandu
          • any additional snacks, alcoholic drinks, or souvenirs 
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        Himali Dreams Treks and Tours Pvt. Ltd. reserves the right to change the price for unsold adventure tours. In a country like Nepal, prices for fuel, transportation, hotels, and flights can fluctuate at any moment due to tax increase/decrease or a change in the dollar exchange rate, which can affect the cost of the tour. The price will not be changed for booked tours within 30 days of departure.
        
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        All clients of Himali Dreams Treks and Tours Pvt. Ltd.  MUST obtain a travel insurance policy that provides coverage before, during, and after your journey covering any medical expenses relating to personal illness or accident, emergency evacuation, and repatriation. In addition, we strongly recommend a policy that includes coverage in case of lost luggage, canceled and/or changed flights, or trains, or unexpected trip cancelation. It will be the client’s responsibility to take out this insurance policy.  At Himali Dreams Treks and Tours Pvt. Ltd, we highly recommend both World Nomads and Travel Guard.  When taking out a travel insurance policy, be sure to inquire if the Himalayan regions of Nepal are covered.  Himali Dreams Treks and Tours Pvt. Ltd. will not be held responsible for any dispute or claim that arises from the client not having travel insurance or adequate travel insurance.
        
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        Himali Dreams Treks and Tours Pvt. Ltd will take all steps possible to ensure the safety of the clients while on any adventure tour. However, the client should be aware that certain inherent risks remain which are integral to the activity and cannot be eliminated completely.  Himali Dreams Treks and Tours Pvt. Ltd will, at all times, use training and experience to minimize the risk to all participants, knowing there are elements within the adventure tours where risk management may be beyond control, despite best practices. 
        
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        Our tours are adventurous and involve personal risks. The client will be traveling through high altitude destinations that require physical fitness and stamina. Clients are responsible for preparing themselves physically and mentally, assuming the personal risks inherent in such travel.  Clients acknowledge and clearly understand that during the course of the trip certain risks and dangers may occur due to the hazards of traveling in mountainous regions and that by the very nature of the activities they are exposed to some degree of risk. The client must understand that although Himali Dreams Treks and Tours Pvt. Ltd. will take all possible precautions, it is impossible to guarantee absolute safety. Client agrees to assume all risks associated with the journey and agree to hold no liability against Himali Dreams Treks and Tours Pvt. Ltd. in respect to death, personal injury, illness, or for any loss or damage to the property of the participant, including personal gear or other equipment, during the course of the trip.
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        The client must ensure their passport has a minimum of 6 months validity remaining from the time the tour with Himali Dreams Treks and Tours Pvt. Ltd is finished. It will be the client’s responsibility to obtain a valid Nepali visa before departure or upon arrival in Nepal.  Visa fees are paid in USD. All passport and visa costs are the responsibility of the client. 
        
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        It will be the client’s responsibility to know the specific travel vaccinations required/ recommended for the region(s) they are traveling to. It is also the clients' responsibility to cover the costs of all travel vaccinations needed. For a list of required/recommend travel vaccines, we recommend the following website: http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel
        
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        All clients are required to behave in a respectful and law-abiding manner when traveling with Himali Dreams Treks and Tour Pvt. Ltd. Clients are required to obey the laws of Nepal and to not be involved in any political protests and any form of public criticism of the government. If a client, during the tour, is being disrespectful, rude, disruptive, breaking the law, or found to be involved in political protests, the client could be expelled from the tour at the sole discretion of Himali Dreams Treks and Tours Pvt. Ltd, while forfeiting any right for a refund.
        
        Drones:
        Himali Dreams Treks and Tours Pvt. Ltd doesn’t allow clients to bring drones on any of our adventure tours because of group safety and Nepali law.  It is illegal to use a drone or any flying object that has a camera in Nepal without a license.  Himali Dreams Treks and Tours Pvt. Ltd will not be responsible to obtain and return any equipment seized by the authorities. 
        
        Physical fitness, health, skill level:
        Trekking, hiking, and biking at high elevation are very physically challenging.  Select tours take place at high elevations between 3100 meters and 5500 meters (10,000 feet and 19,000 feet). Before joining Himali Dreams Treks and Tours Pvt. Ltd adventure tours, all clients must be in overall good health and fit to meet the difficulty level advertised for the specific tour.  Eliminating the risk of altitude sickness is impossible when traveling at high elevation, but all Himali Dreams Treks and Tours Pvt. Ltd travel routes are built with acclimatization in mind to help reduce the risk of serious altitude-related illness.
        
        
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