Day 1: Drive from Kathmandu (1350m.) to Dolakha (1660m.)
via Lamosangu (750m.) and Charikot (1980m.) by bus. Stay
overnight at camp.
Day 2 :Drive from Dolakha to Shigati (950m.) via Piguti
(920m) takes about three and half hours. The trails pass
through a gravel road crossing the different villages of
a mixed community. We then cut across several streams and
jungles with varieties of orchid, rhododendron and other
natural vegetation. Stay overnight at camp.
Day 3:Trek from Shigati to Jagat (1440m.) takes about seven
hours. We trek through a normal flat land along the banks
of the river and then pass through a rice terraced field.
There are a few small village hamlets found on the way which
are inhabited by different ethnic communities. You continue
to cross jungles covered by orchid, a few rhododendron trees
and wild vegetation. You next cross a suspension bridge to
reach Jagat, a small town resided in by people from different
cultures. You interact with the local folks to get an insight
into the hteir life. Stay overnight at camp.
Day 4 :Trek from Jagat to Simigaon (2020m.) takes about
seven and half hours. The first part of the trail follows
normally a flat path which ascends and descends through the
jungle. At several points we cross a suspension bridge where
numerous settlements are found on the way. You will also
find small teashops and local grocery shops in some areas.
You then climb steeply up to Simigaon, a village inhabited
by Buddhist and a few Hindus. Stay overnight at camp.
Day 5 :Trek from Simigaon to Daldung La (3976m.) takes about
seven hours. On the route we come across some Sherpa villages.
The uphill trek is rich with different varieties of plants
and Rhododendron trees. After this, the uphill trail takes
ascending and descending paths as we enjoy the natural scenic
beauty of our surroundings. If it happens to be the season,
you will witness the Yak Naka which is a temporary Yak shed
constructed especially for the preparation of cheese and
butter. Stay overnight at camp.
Day 6 :Trek from Daldung La to Beding (3690m.) takes about
seven and a half hours. The trek now ascends uphill through
different varieties of plants and Rhododendron trees. You
trek over suspension bridges lapping over deep gorges in
a few places making the trek even more enchanting. You finally
reach Beding which is a big Sherpa village. The Sherpa are
known for their legendary mountain skills. Stay overnight
at camp.
Day 7 :Rest day at Beding for acclimatization. You can hike
in and around for acclimatization and have panoramic views
of mountains like Mt. Gauri Shanker and the Tibetan mountains
across the Tibetan border. Stay overnight at camp.
Day 8 :Trek from Beding to Na (4180m.) takes about four
hours. On this day we explore the upper slopes of the valley
for the Snow Partridge or a visit to the nearby glacier lake.
The trail slightly ascends along the river bank. This is
an open area with fresh air where we here the charming sounds
of the flowing river. You can have panoramic views of the
mountains as the trek moves forward. You will also come across
a Sherpa village where you can interact with these famous
climbers and learn about their culture. Stay overnight at
camp.
Day 9 :Rest Day at Na. we will be able to witness the various
views of mountains like Gauri Shanker, Menlung, Yalung and
mountains of the Tibetan range. On this day you can hike
Tso Rolpa Lake for excursion. You will be able to witness
the beautiful Natural Lake filled with the chilling water
of the glaciers. Stay overnight at camp.
Day 10 :Trek from Na to Beding takes about five hours. The
path slightly descends along the river bank. You enjoy panoramic
views of Menlung, Gauri Shankar and many other unnamed mountains
and peaks. Stay overnight at camp.
Day 11 :Trek from Beding to Daldung La (3976m.) takes about
six hours. The trek now descends downhill through varieties
of plants and Rhododendron trees. You trek over the suspension
bridges stretching over deep gorges in a few areas. Stay
overnight at camp.
Day 12: Trek from Daldung La to Simigaon which takes about
six hours. On the route you come across picturesque Sherpa
villages. The downhill trek is rich in different varieties
of plants and Rhododendron trees. After the downhill trek
you will now come across ascending and descending paths while
enjoying the scenic beauty of the place. Stay overnight at
camp.
Day 13: Trek from Simigaon to Jagat takes about six hours.
The first part of your trail follows normally a flat path,
and then it descends and ascends through the jungle. At several
places, we backtrack across suspension bridges. There are
numerous villages on your way. Stay overnight at camp.
Day 14 :Trek from Jagat to Shigati takes about seven hours.
Crossing a suspension bridge, you trek through normal flat
lands along the side of the river. You backtrack through
rice terrace fields. There are small villages on your way
which are inhabited by mixed communities. At several points,
you cross jungles covered by orchid, few rhododendron trees
and wild vegetation. Stay overnight at camp.
Day 15 :Trek from Shigati to Dolakha (1660m.) takes about
three and half hours. You have to cross several streams and
jungles with varieties of orchid, rhododendron and other
natural vegetation. The trails pass through a gravel road
crossing different villages of mixed communities. Stay overnight
at camp.
Day 16: After an early morning b/fast, you drive from Dolakha
to Kathmandu |