Arun Valley Trekking
Arun Valley trekking is trekking in remote area of Nepal which is not frequently visited by tourists. The trek is between the two Mountains-Everest and Makalu where we can experience unique culture and variety of natural flora and fauna. Arun valley is very rich in its Sherpa, Rai and Limbu cultures which is not marked by modern development.
Arun Valley Trekking follows the trail along Arun Riverside after we start trekking from Tumlingtar. The trail reaches to Makalu Base Camp and to Everest Base Camp following Makalu Barun National Park’s wilderness. Crossing the river time and again and walking through wilderness is challenging and adventurous. The area is also important for different endangered animals preserved in the National Park. The astonishing views of Mt. Makalu and Mt. Everest including hundreds of other peaks are impressive throughout the trek. Trekking trail crosses Barun La and passes through Hongu and Hinko Valleys. The unspoiled culture of Limbu, Sherpa and Rai is very interesting to experience in the valley. The villages like Sedua, Num, Gai kharka and many other settlements exploration enriches the knowledge about Nepal. Arun valley is rich in culture, bio-diversity and landscape too.
Arun Valley Trekking is considerably low altitude trek in Arun Valley. Arun River flows through the valley which is one of the important rivers in Eastern Nepal. The valley is covered with dense forests in slope landscape. Different ethnic groups and tribal communities are mutually residing which can be interesting factor to explore the valley.
Trekking Highlights
Trek Grade: Moderate
Trip Duration: 15 Days
Trekking Type: Camping
Group Size: +1
Maximum altitude: 3800m
Start From: Kathmandu-Tumlingtar
Ending at: Lukla-Kathmandu
Outline Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 02: Kathmandu exploration and preparing for trek
Day 03: Fly to Tumlingtar and trek to Kariki Ghat (351m.)
Day 04: Trek to Goethe Bazaar (685m.)
Day 05: Trek to Salpa Phedi (1520m.)
Day 06: Trek to Guranse (3000m.)
Day 07: Trek to Sanam (2840m.)
Day 08: Trek to Gudel (1965m.)
Day 09: Trek to Kiraunle Gompa (2540m.)
Day 10: Trek to Sibuje
Day 11: Trek to Pangum (2850m.)
Day 12: Trek to Painya (2730m.)
Day 13: Trek to Lukla
Day 14: Lukla to Kathmandu
Day 15: Fly back to your destination
Detail Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu
Welcome to the country of Mt. Everest! As you arrive in Tribhuvan International Airport, our representatives will receive you and transfer to the hotel which you have booked in Kathmandu. Hotel staffs will complete check in and manage for your accommodation. We organize welcome dinner in the hotel in the evening with our team.
Day 02: Kathmandu exploration and preparing for trek
On this Day, there will be a guided tour to the famous cultural and historical sites of Kathmandu including UNESCO enlisted world heritage sites. In the afternoon, you should involve pre- trip discussion with your guide for well preparation of the trip. You will have dinner in the hotel in the evening. You can experience night life in Thamel too.
Day 03: Fly to Tumlingtar and trek to Kariki Ghat (351m.)
In the morning after taking breakfast we fly to Tumlingtar, the eastern part of Nepal. The beautiful flight covers terraced fields, hills, Snowy Mountain, traditional village of Himalayan range. We head towards Kariki Ghat. Moreover, in the trekking we meet various cultural and ethnics community villages. The village trail and vegetation round about the trail is more interesting. In our continuous walking we cross the suspension bridge over the Arun River. Finally we meet the Kartiki Ghat and live overnight at tea house.
Day 04: Trek to Goethe Bazaar (685m.)
We start our trekking after breakfast in the morning. We follow the tiny village Balwa Besi and cross the small river. Furthermore, we walk upwards through the forest, hazy valley and Arun River. We cross the many small traditional village and attractive place and forwarded to Goethe Bazaar by crossing Irkhuwa River two times. The Goethe bazaar is the communal mixer of Gurung and Rai. Overnight at Goethe Bazaar with the representative of great Himalaya.
Day 05: Trek to Salpa Phedi (1520m.)
After breakfast we head to Lankuwa village and then go to Dhobani which is the trekking route of Salpa Phedi. On the way we cross the many small traditional village and bamboo bushes. We continue our trek upwards by crossing the forest. With the various green and snowy mountains we reach Salpa Phedi and live overnight at there.
Day 06: Trek to Guranse (3000m.)
In the morning we take our breakfast in Salpa Phedi and leave for Guranse. To go Guranse we follow the upper site of Salpa Phedi, from this site you can see the attractive valley around Arun valley. Tthe layers of hills various shades of icy-blue below us. It will take us several hours of climbing to reach Jau Bari, a village where they grow the best barley in the region and where there is a Sherpa gompa (monastery) just below a lovely Sherpa-run campsite. At last we get to Guranse and live overnight.
Day 07: Trek to Sanam (2840m.)
The same activities have happened in this day also. We start our trek after breakfast. Today we trek in the border site of Solukhumbu. On the way we can see Karylang peak, and follow forest, and streams. The typical Sherpa village and its settlement make your happy in your trip of Arun valley. Even you will stay there for this night.
Day 08: Trek to Gudel (1965m.)
After leaving pleasant tiny Sherpa village called Sanam we hike towards Gudel. Afterwards we arrive at the rustic gompa at Nimtsola here is Sherpa influence ends and the land of the Rai begins. The trail is now larger as we contour another few hours along the hillside finally we reach the many buffalo huts and terraces fields of the large Rai village of Gudel. The equally sprawling village of Bung and the Naulekh Mountains are visible in the distance as is Mera Peak. We get to Gudel and overnight there.
Day 09: Trek to Kiraunle Gompa (2540m.)
We start our trek after breakfast. Normally we will trek this day more than other day. We pass the parry field and other local plants. Likewise we also cross the small stream and traditional houses. The Makalu Barun National Park is also our attraction of the day. Afterward we walk towards local school and Buddhist Gompa. Overnight at Gompa.
Day 10: Trek to Sibuje
Today it takes two/three hour hike up to the crest after breakfast. Heading towards the ancient moss-covered chortens and mani walls on the ridge we pass through an rhododendron forest and at the intersection by the small group of tea-houses. We continuous to Surkie La pass. The view of the sightseeing platform just above the narrow 'pass' ridge where we'll be able to see Karylung, Khatang and Numbur Mountain so head up for a look. Overnight at Sibuje.
Day 11: Trek to Pangum (2850m.)
We take our breakfast at Sibuje and trek towards the interesting pass named Gai Kharka. In our continuous walking we can see Mera peak. The beautiful village Shubuche can be seen, which has Tibetan influence. With crossing of the interesting vegetation and forest we reach to the Pangum and stay overnight there.
Day 12: Trek to Painya (2730m.)
In the morning after breakfast we leave Pangum and head towards the Painya. We look out at the hilltop villages of Bupsa and Karikhola in the distance but veer right on a smaller wooded trail towards the small hamlet of Kharte two and a half hours away and then the Khari La ('wide pass'). Even we walk through the rocky trail and reach Painya. Stay overnight at Painya.
Day 13: Trek to Lukla
On this day, we trek to Lukla from Painya. The trail follows a sandy path with strenuous walk. The trail is full of picturesque view of landscape and some mountain scenarios. You can explore Lukla Bazaar and shop local items there. We stay overnight in Lukla.
Day 14: Lukla to Kathmandu
You board a plane and fly to Kathmandu. This short and scenic flight possibly makes you feel nostalgic because of the glimpses of snowy mountains from your plane. You will be transferred to hotel where you either have leisure time or you may catch the last moments exploring the sights of Kathmandu valley. Shopping in market is also a good idea to your specially loved ones. In the evening, we have a celebration dinner together.
Day 15: Fly back to your destination
You can extend you trip to stay in Kathmandu. But if you are not doing so, we bid goodbye to you as visit in Nepal comes to the end for this time. Before 3 hours of scheduled flight, our representatives will take you to the TIA. We hope you will be planning for another adventure-trip while you are on returning back to your home town.
Cost include on:
- Airport picks up and Drop by private car/van/bus.
- 3rnights standard accommodation in Kathmandu
- Your standard meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during the trekking.
- All necessary paper works and conservation entry permits.
- flight fare Kathmandu to Tumlingtar and Lukla to Kathmandu.domestic airport tax as well.
- All accommodations in lodges/tea houses during the treks.
- Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS) Permit.
- An experienced, helpful and friendly Guide, porters (1 porter for 2 peoples).
- Salary, Food, Drinks, Accommodation, Transportation and Insurance for the Guide and Porter.
- Arrangement of Emergency Helicopter service which will be paid by your Travel insurance company.
- Medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).
- All government taxes.
Cost does not include on:
- Nepal entry visa fee (you may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport - Katmandu).
- Your Travel and rescue insurance.
- Food in city like Katmandu and Pokhara. (also arrive early from mountain than our Itinerary.
- Your personal expenses. (Phone call, Laundry service, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porter, bottle of water or hot water, shower etc.)
- All the alcoholic drinks and bar bills .
- International airfare and airport departure tax.
- Extra Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrive or late departure. early arrive from mountain (due to any reason) Than the schedule Itinerary.
- Tips for the guide and porter.
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