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Helambu Trek
— Plan · Langtang

Helambu Trek

7 days · 3,640 m max · Easy · NPR 69,444 est.

Day by day

  1. Day
    1
    Kathmandu → Sundarijal → Chisopani
    Short drive then quick climb
    10 km · 5h
    2,215 m
  2. Day
    2
    Chisopani → Kutumsang
    Ridge walk along Shivapuri NP
    14 km · 6h
    2,470 m
  3. Day
    3
    Kutumsang → Tharepati
    Highest point — Langtang Lirung view
    12 km · 6h
    3,640 m
  4. Day
    4
    Tharepati → Melamchigaon
    Cross into Hyolmo country
    10 km · 5h
    2,540 m
  5. Day
    5
    Melamchigaon → Tarkeghyang
    Hyolmo gompa village
    9 km · 5h
    2,600 m
  6. Day
    6
    Tarkeghyang → Sermathang
    Apple orchards
    9 km · 4h
    2,610 m
  7. Day
    7
    Sermathang → Melamchi Pul → Kathmandu
    Final descent + drive back
    6 km · 3h
    846 m

Cost breakdown

  • Permits & fees NPR 5,000
  • Guide (7 days) NPR 29,400
  • Lodging & meals NPR 15,400
  • Transport NPR 8,000
  • Insurance NPR 6,500
  • Buffer (8%) NPR 5,144
  • Total estimate NPR 69,444

Safety & rules

  • Maximum elevation 3,640 m — plan two acclimatization days above 3,500 m.
  • Carry helicopter evacuation insurance covering ≥ NPR 1,000,000.
  • Permits checked at park entry posts — keep them dry.
  • Drink 3–4 L of water per day above 3,500 m. Avoid alcohol on ascent days.