Himlung Expedition (7126 Meter)
Trip Overview
Trip Facts
- Country: Nepal
- Trip grade: Strenuous
- Destination: Himlung Himal
- Activities: Trekking and Climbing
- Accommodation: Hotel, Guesthouse & Camping
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
- Maximum altitude: 7126 meter
- Group size: 1+
- Best Season: Spring & Autumn
Himlung Himal is one of the new mountains for climbing in the Himalayas. It lies between the Manaslu and Annapurna ranges. Himlung Expedition takes you through remote villages of Nepal towards the mountain. Formerly a restricted area, Nepal Government opened it just in 1992 so it is a fairly new mountain for the expedition.
This is an expedition which embraces diversity in natural serenity and fascinating culture. Evergreen forests, view of snow-capped peaks, natural springs and rocky gorges accompany you as you trek towards the mountain. As you trek towards the mountain for climbing, you will follow the Annapurna Circuit Trekking route. The trekking adventure takes you closer to the unique and timeless culture of the mountains.
The Himlung Expedition goes into the Annapurna range via Koto all the way to Nar-Phu Gaon. The trail along the Phu River is a different experience as the immaculate blend of the natural beauty is truly a sight to see. The adventure starts with a picturesque drive to Besisahar where you will remain overnight. The following day you will travel in a local jeep for about 6 hours to reach Koto (2600m/8,530ft). From Koto, it is a 5-day trek to the Himlung Himal base camp (4850m/15,912ft).
The trail moves in the direction of the East and goes through Dharmasala, Meta, Kyang and Phugaon, which is the oldest and largest Buddhist settlement in the area. The base camp (4900m) is in a subalpine zone full of pristine forests and other pleases of nature. Three high camps will be set up to reach to the peak of the mountain. Camp I at the height of 5450m, Camp II at 6000m and Camp III at 6350m. The accommodation in the base camp will be comfortable and a different experience to your expedition.
This expedition brings an awesome climbing adventure experience.
Reasons Himlung Expedition becomes an Experience
Nepal Climbing Adventure always strives to offer an adventure traveling experience that you can cherish. While the Himlung Expedition is beautiful in its all essence, your experience of trekking there becomes even more beautiful with us.
By the time we take you to the base camp and bring you back, we take one step ahead to offer you a beautiful experience. We keep your safety and happiness is our top priority and you will experience the same during the trip.
Going on an expedition to Himlung Himal with us is traveling in safe hands.
Detail Itinerary
Day 01: Kathmandu Arrival and Hotel Stay
We will send you our representatives to receive you upon your arrival at TIA and will go to a hotel. You can have a visit around different places of Kathmandu located at a short distance that day. In the evening, you will be served a welcoming dinner which includes traditional Nepali cuisine.
Accommodation: Hotel
Day 02: Preparations for Trek & Sightseeing of Kathmandu
We will visit different places of Kathmandu. Kathmandu is rich culturally therefore we visit places like Patan Durbar Square, Boudhanath, Swayambunath and Pashupatinath as well. At night, we can stroll around Thamel area for refreshment. We are going to stay over the night in Kathmandu.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meal: Breakfast
Day 03: Kathmandu to Besisahar
We proceed from Kathmandu and drive to Besisahar. The street we drive through will take us along the Trishuli Valley. We get grand perspectives of the snowcapped pinnacles, for the most part the Ganesh Himal and also Manaslu as we pursue the river towards Mugling. We, a short time later, deviate from the major street and move to Besisahar way where we begin on our trek.
Accommodation: Guesthouse
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 04: Trek to Ngadi
From Besisahar, we trek along to the river and cross toward east. Our trail lifts higher than the river, continuous north far up to the Marsyangdi Valley. The way takes us on quiet trails from side with rice fields and settlements until we meet with the fundamental track at Bhulebule. The path moves with the eastern side of the stream strolling along an attracting waterfall to Ngadi. Ovenight at Ngadi.
Day 05: Trek to Jagat
Today, we will stroll over the suspension connect and after that begin on a climb through the woods to achieve Lampatta, a Manangi territory having Tibetan flags of prayers. A sudden ascent conveys us to Bahundanda. From the peak we move descending to Syange (1136m). The way then clears a path to Jagat where we remain overnight.
Accommodation: Guesthouse
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 06: Trek to Dharapani
After passing along the rising and declining way, we will reach Chyamje. At that point, we will pass a suspension bridge and clear a path through oak woods. The stream leaves from sight as we climb over a point. The pathway then turns out into valley where we touch base at Tal; the following community is set at the base of a terrific falls (1700m). We will go across the river sand climb the valley, sliding down to cross the stream to the settelement of Dharapani lying at 1848m. Overnight in Dharapani.
Accommodation: Guesthouse
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 07: Trek to Koto
On this day, our route proceeds onward to climb to Bagarchap situated at 2164m. At that point, we go at the back of the trail sideways through the forest to Dhanagyu and climb up to Temang. Here we can watch the magnificent glimpse of Manaslu in addition to Peak 29. The trail then descends through fir and pine woods to Koto. Overnight in Koto.
Accommodation: Guesthouse
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 08: Trek to Dharmasala
We will have a very difficult day today while moving from Koto to Dharmashala. Going through the check post we will cross a stream that takes us to Nar Phu valleys. We will stroll along the wonderful wilderness over Phu River. At that point we will pass a few minor caves and also temple named as Dharmashala. We will leave the small valley and walk along the wideway. We will see the jungle fading as we walk forward. We will camp at Dharmashala for the night.
Accommodation: Guesthouse
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 09: Trek to Kyang
We will have a lofty climb and we will stroll along a beautiful river that takes us to uplands at an elevation of 3200m. We will stroll by beautiful Meta at 3560. We will see white rocks, juniper, bushes, white sandy trails and many more things along the way. We will see the shadow of Phu Koshi covering the way. We will go by Khampa settlement, Chako where prayer flags wave. We will in the wake of passing high points and low points achieve Kyang where we will set our camp to remain overnight.
Accommodation: Guesthouse
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 10: Trek to Phu Gaun
We will clear a path down to the stream Phu and walk up and down the shore passing submarine rocks. We will get the chance to see bright chortens. We will rise to small glacier before we cross an extension bridge. And preceeding a bridge to Phu, a series of chortens takes us to the significant settlement of Phu where we will set our camp for overnight.
Accommodation: Guesthouse
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 11: Trek to Himlung Base Camp
From Phu Gaun, we will today trek to Himlung Base Camp, set up our Base Camp at a height of 4842m on a ground and enjoy there for the night.
Accommodation: Camping
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 12-27: Climbing Period
The climbing schedule may differ as per the climber's experience. A climbing day includes an unfaltering moving for 3-4 hours in the morning. Apart from lunch, rest and unwind, there is a move of 2-3 hours toward the evening. Nevertheless, adaptability in climbing schedule is fundamental as individuals move at their pace and react personally to the worries of climbing. We guarantee the proportion of climbers and Sherpa guides concentrating on altitude safety measures so that every individual climber can advance at their own particular rate.
Regularly we will set three high camps before achieving the summit. We will put on Camp I at the elevation of 5,450m. At that point Camp II at a rise of 6,000m and the Camp 3 at the stature of 6,350m. Furthermore, our Sherpas aides will help us set up a scope of camps for well acclimatization and we attempt to reach the peak of Himlung Himal on a day with fair weather conditions.
Accommodation: Camping
Day 28: Trek Back to Phu Gaun
We will return from the base camp to achieve Phu Gaun once more. We will walk up and down the stream shore passing big rocks. We will get the chance to see vivid chortens at the end of the day. Ovennight in Phu Gaun once more.
Accommodation: Guesthouse
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 29: Trek to Dharmasala
Avoiding Phu Gaun behind, we will head towards Dharmashala for the nightstay. We will see the bushes, white rocks, juniper, etc, which were already on our sight while going upwards. We will likewise descend to stay at Dharmasala.
Accommodation: Guesthouse
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 30: Trek to Koto
Again, we will be following just the same but opposite route as before. We will be seeing the likes of Manaslu and Peak 29 on the way with pine woods along the trail. Overnight at Koto.
Accommodation: Guesthouse
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 31: Trek to Dharapani
Traversing along the river and narrow valley, we will head downwards to reach Dharapani for overnight.
Accommodation: Guesthouse
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 32: Trek to Jagat
We will leave Dharapani and head onwards enjoying several waterfalls and rivers. Our trail descends along the forest to finally reach Jagat for the night.
Accommodation: Guesthouse
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 33: Trek to Ngadi
Today, we will continue walking downwards along the narrow trails passing across the deep stream gorge. We can get a view of Lamjung, Mt. Manaslu, Peak 29, etc. on the way. Overnight at Ngadi.
Accommodation: Guesthouse
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 34: Trek to Besisahar and back to Kathmandu
On this very last day of our trekking, we will take a short walk from Ngadi to Besisahar and then take a bus to drive all the way back to Kathmandu. After checking in the hotel, you will have whole of the day for refreshment. In the evening, we will be serving you with farewell dinner which basically includes delicious Nepali cuisine.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
Day 35: Rest at Kathmandu & Debriefing
Today, you will be visiting the Departmnet Of Tourism for debriefing of the expedition and receive the certificate of accomplishment.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meal: Breakfast
Day 36: Final Departure from the airport
After a nearly one and half month of adventurous and successful time, you will finally leave Nepal with full of lifelong memories. Our airport representatives will drop you off in the Tribhuvan International Airport and bid you farewell and best wishes for your future.
Meal: Breakfast
Cost Details
What is included?
- All types of organizational requirements
- All trekking and climbing paper works and permits
- All airport and hotel transfers
- Welcome and farewell dinner
- Travel expenses from Kathmandu to Besisahar and back
- Accommodation and meals during the whole of the expedition
- Government and local taxes
- Reference notes to plan your trip
- An experienced English speaking climbing guide, assistant climbing guide, Sherpa porters including their salary, insurance, food, lodging and all equipments
- A comprehensive medical kit
- Facilities of Email and satellite phones in base camp
- Necessary oxygen bottles
- Written and photo internet dispatches to send your progress to your family
What is not included?
- Nepal Visa fee(bring small denomination cash USD and two passport photographs)
- International airfare
- Excess baggage charges
- Extra night accommodation apart from the schedule due to any reasons
- Lunch and evening meals in case of early return than the scheduled itinerary
- Travel and rescue insurance
- Charges of Email and satellite phones
- Charge for extra Sherpa porter (if required)
- Personal expenses
- Tips for climbing guide and Sherpa
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions - Trekking & Climbing in Nepal
Are you a licensed adventure company?
Do the guides speak English and have first aid training?
How big are the groups?
Are permits included in the price of the adventure?
Do you arrange private adventures?
Do you provide any equipment while trekking?
How difficult are the treks?
How long do we walk each day?
What is exactly 'teahouse' trekking?
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What is security like during trekking?
Security for our clients is always a foremost priority for us. All our guides and other support crew are carefully chosen for your trips. Our guides hold licenses issued by the Nepal Government. They are very honest and reliable. But we would also advise you to take care of your own personal belongings. If you are on ‘camping treks’ please do not leave your bags unattended at any time for your own safety. Take your main bag inside the tent once you reach the campsite. At night, all bags and belongings are kept in the middle of the tent. Your guide assigns a Sherpa on a rotation basis to guard the campsite throughout the night. If you are on a ‘Tea house or GAP trek’ arrangement, you will be sleeping in local teahouses. You need to take sensible precautions yourself at all times. Never leave your baggage unattended and keep your lodge room locked when you go out.
What happens if I fall ill during the trek?
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Can we change the itinerary?
Depending on the prevailing situation, you can modify it to some extent after consulting with your senior guide. However, the date of trek completion should always coincide with the original itinerary. You should keep in mind that this is an adventure trip into some of the most remote regions in the world, where many unforeseen circumstances may contribute to the need for a change in itinerary. In such cases, we or your guide will suggest the best alternative similar to your original itinerary.
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