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Panch Pokhari Trekking - 15 Days

Panch Pokhari trekking lies to the north of the Kathmandu valley. There are chain of peaks called Jugal Himal, that includes Dorje Lakpa (6966 m.) Madiya (6257m) and Phurbi Chhyachu (6,637 m). Just above the Dolalghat there is the jeep road to the large market town of Chautaara (1410 m) through the Kodari road. A trail from Chautaara we descend down to the Bhalephi Khola, and then follow a ridge to Bhairav Kunda, a holy lake lies at 3500 meters. You also can return from there to Tatopani through Kodari road or make a circuit around the head of the Balephi Khola valley to Panch Pokhari ('five lakes') at 3600 m. From Panch Pokhari (a seldom visited pilgrimage site) the trail leads to Tarke Gyang in Helambu or back down to the ridge of Panchkal, the Kodari Road. This is a remote and unfrequented region, despite being close to Kathmandu. The Trekking offers a combination of rich cultural heritage, unsurpassed beauty and diversity of flora and fauna. There are few villages and no hotels on this route.

Trip Facts

Trekking Destination: Panch Pokhari
Group Size: Min - 1 Pax.
Highest Access of the Trekking: 4745m.
Best Season: March/April/May/Sept/Oct/Nov
Transportation: Bus/Car/Land Cursor
Trip Grade: Moderate
Mode of Trekking Tour: Camping
Trekking Hour: Approximately 6 - 7 hours
Total Days: 15 Days

Trip Information

Panch Pokhari Trekking Details Itinerary:

Day 01.

Arrive at Kathmandu airport (1345meters). You will be met by our representative and transfer to hotel and a short brief about the trekking after refreshment.

Day 02.

Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing Tour including Kathmandu Durbar Square, Patan Durbar Square, Monkey Temple, Pashupatinath Temple and Baudhanath Stupa.

Day 03.

Drive from Kathmandu to Chautara (1200m.):
It takes about five hours. It is a pleasant journey through the beautiful hills, villages, forests and rivers.

Day 04.

Trek from Chautara to Phurse (2045m.):
It takes approximately five and a half hours. The trail you follow is an ascent up to Phurse. En route, you come across many villages, farming terraces, some green hills and splendid mountain views of Gaurishankar, Dorje Lakpa and many others. Phurse is a pasture where people from villages bring their domestic animals for grazing. This can also be described as a small village mainly inhabited by Tamang.

Day 05.

Trek from Phurse to Kami Kharka (2845m.):
It takes about six hours. You head uphill until you reach Kami Kharka passing through forests covered with oak, pine, rhododendron and other natural vegetation. While walking you can enjoy the spectacular views of Gaurishankar, Dorje Lakpa and Jugal Himal range.

Day 06.

Trek from Kami Kharka to Pauwa Bas (3000m.):
It takes approximately six hours. Crossing Kami Kharka you begin to follow ascent path to reach Pauwa Bas. This day you trek through forests covered with rhododendron, oak, pine, juniper and other natural vegetation.

Day 07.

Trek from Pauwa Bas to Hille Bhanjyang (3400m.):
It takes approximately six hours. The route up to Hille Bhanjyang goes uphill passing through forests enriched with bamboo, pine, oak, rhododendron and alpine vegetation. Hille Bhanjyang is a ridge from where you can see the magnificent views of waterfall, river basin and village at a far distance.

Day 08.

Trek from Hille Bhanjyang to Nasim Pati (3700m.):
It takes about four and half hours. After Hille Bhanjyang, your path moves uphill until you reach Nasim Pati. En route, you encounter forests with views of Jugal Himal range, Gaurishankar, mountain deer and Danfe, national bird of Nepal.

Day 09.

Trek from Nasim Pati to Panch Pokhari (4100m.):
It takes approximately four hours. The route is steeply ascent passing through Lauribinayak Pass to Panch Pokhari. On the way, you will be enchanted by the lovely alpine forest, diverse wildlife and idyllic villages. Panch Pokhari is the interesting point of the trek. The word Panch Pokhari translates into five lakes in English. Many Hindu and Buddhist pilgrimages gather here. The summit of Panch Pokhari (5 lakes) offers an excellent view of Jugal Himal range, Rolwaling range, Gosainkunda etc.

Day 10.

Trek from Panch Pokhari to Nasim Pati (3700m.):
It takes approximately three hours. While trekking back you move through steep descending path passing the Lauribinayak Pass.

Day 11.

Trek from Nasim Pati to Dukhang (2100m.):
It takes about six hours. This day your trail climbs down passing through forests covered with bamboos, rhododendron, pine, oak, juniper and other natural vegetation. You can spot Himalayan deer, white langur and many others if you are lucky. Before you reach Dukhang, you come across chortens and can see prayer flags fluttering in the breeze. Dukhang is a tiny village mainly inhabited by Tamang, Sherpa and few others. There are beautiful monasteries around this area. You find local people toiling hard in farming land where they grow wheat, potato, millet, buck wheat and green vegetables.

Day 12.

Trek from Dukhang to Dhap (1200m.):
It takes almost six hours. Crossing Dukhang, you begin to follow descent path to reach Dhap. You walk along the bank of Indrawati River with magnificent views of farming terraces, human settlements and green hills. Dhap is yet another village and people living here belong to different community.

Day 13.

Trek from Dhap to Melamchi Pul Bazaar (800m.):
It takes about six hours. Now you walk along the bank of Indrawati River passing through different villages, farming terraces, hydro electricity project on the way to Tipini and vehicles carrying passengers and goods. Melamchi Pul Bazaar which lies at the bank of Melamchi Khola (stream) and Indrawati River is comparatively a big city of this area.

Day 14.

Drive from Melamchi Pul Bazaar to Kathmandu (1350m.):
It takes about five hours. You travel through gravel and bumpy path up to Lamidanda and then you follow the pitched road up to Kathmandu.

Day 15.

Transfer to international airport for your final flight departure.

The above itinerary is a guideline and standard pattern which we provide you. Panch Pokhari Trekking can be modified according to your time and requirements.

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