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The trek is easy and provides
the spectacular views of the Langtang (7245m), Ganesh Himal (7405m), Dorje
Lhakpa (6990m) and other small mountains of Langtang Himalayan range. The warm
and friendly people of Helambu are mostly Buddhists. It is an ideal trip for
those who have a short time and like to combine both cultural scene.
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Helambu is situated 75 km.
north east of Kathmandu. It is famous for its scenic grander and pleasant
climate. There are many Buddhist Monasteries amidst a rich and enchanting
landscape as well as dense Rhododendron forest and local traditional culture. A
relatively low altitude trek, the Helambu circuit is one of the most convenient
of the short treks close to Kathmandu. It can be completed in only seven days
and is well supplied with good camping places in each settlement. The local
people are predominantly Tamang with Sherpa people inhabiting the higher
villages, particularly Melamchi Gaon, Tarkegyang and Sermathang.
Just to the north of
Kathmandu are two lovely regions where one may experience Tamang and Sherpa
life, temperate forest and alpine pastures, glaciers, lakes and snowy peaks.
Helambu valley noted for its scenic grandeur and pleasant climate, lie in the
north of the Kathmandu Valley. One can stay in highland monastery villages and
small settlements in pristine forests. Above Helambu is a mountain pass through
the lakes of Gosainkunda reaching the valley of Langtang. Gosaikunda lake itself
is situated at 4,380 meters. It is sacred to Lord Shiva and every summer there
throng thousands of Hindu devotees to take a holy dip into the waters of the
holy lake. Nearby are other lakes including Nagkunda, Bhairavkunda,
Saraswatikunda and Suryakunda. The trek passes through a varied landscape
ranging from evergreen forests, cascading waterfalls and turbulent streams to
sub-alpine grasslands and stark, beautiful mountainsides. Langtang valley
stretches north of Gosainkunda . One travels through pristine forests to the
village of Ghoda Tabela, then the valley opens out into a high, Himalayan river
plain full of beautiful camping sites, spectacular peaks and wide glaciers. One
can hike to the back of the valley or take numerous optional trips to explore
glacier-filled side canyons.
Helambu
Circuit Trek
- 9 days
Panch Pokhari Trekking Jugal Himal Nepal
- 16 days
Vairab Kund Trekking Nepal
- 14days
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