Hungku Valley Trek
Hungku Valley Trek Overview The Arun River Hungku Valley Trek is a challenging and rewarding trek in the eastern region of Nepal. The trek takes you through remote and rugged terrain, offering breathtaking views of some of the highest mountains in the world, including Mount Everest, Makalu, Lhotse, and Chamlang. The trek begins with a scenic flight from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar, followed by a drive to the starting point of the trek. From here, the trail follows the Arun River, passing through remote villages and diverse vegetation zones, including lush green forests and high-altitude alpine meadows. One of the main…
Hungku Valley Trek Overview
The Arun River Hungku Valley Trek is a challenging and rewarding trek in the eastern region of Nepal. The trek takes you through remote and rugged terrain, offering breathtaking views of some of the highest mountains in the world, including Mount Everest, Makalu, Lhotse, and Chamlang.
The trek begins with a scenic flight from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar, followed by a drive to the starting point of the trek. From here, the trail follows the Arun River, passing through remote villages and diverse vegetation zones, including lush green forests and high-altitude alpine meadows.
One of the main highlights of the trek is the beautiful glacial lake of Panch Pokhari, which considered it sacred by both Hindus and Buddhists. The trip also takes you to the stunning Hungku Valley, where you can witness the unique culture and lifestyle of the local people.
The trek is also challenging and requires a good level of fitness and trekking experience. The maximum altitude of the trek is 5,400 meters, and you will be trekking for around 20 days.
Conclusion and Summary
Overall, the Arun River Hungku Valley Trek is a great opportunity to explore some of the most remote and beautiful regions of Nepal, witness stunning mountain views, and immerse yourself in the local culture and lifestyle.
Trip Highlights
- Spectacular mountain views: The trek offers breathtaking views of some of the highest mountains in the world, including Mount Everest, Makalu, Lhotse, and Chamlang.
- Arun River: The trek follows the Arun River, which is one of the longest and largest rivers in Nepal. You will have the opportunity to cross the river on suspension bridges and see the beauty of the river valley.
- Remote villages: The trek passes through several remote villages, allowing you to experience the unique culture and lifestyle of the local people. You will have the opportunity to interact with the friendly locals and learn about their traditions.
- Wildlife and vegetation: The trek passes through diverse vegetation zones, from lush green forests to high-altitude alpine meadows. You will have the opportunity to spot various wildlife, including Himalayan Thar, musk deer, and several species of birds.
- Panch Pokhari: The trek takes you to the beautiful glacial lake of Panch Pokhari, which is considered sacred by both Hindus and Buddhists. You will have the opportunity to witness the stunning beauty of the lake and the surrounding mountains.
- Challenging trek: The Arun River Hungku Valley Trek is a challenging trek that takes you through remote and rugged terrain. You will have the opportunity to push your physical and mental limits and test your trekking skills.
Itinerary
Upon your arrival in Kathmandu, you will be welcomed by a representative from the trekking agency and transferred to your hotel. You will have some free time to explore the city and prepare for the trek.
You will take a scenic flight from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar, and then drive to Chichira. The drive takes around 4-5 hours, passing through beautiful villages and lush green forests.
The trek begins with a steep descent towards the Arun River, followed by a climb up to Num village. The trail offers beautiful views of the surrounding mountains.
The trail descends to the Arun River and crosses it on a suspension bridge. You will then climb up to Sedua, passing through beautiful forests and small villages.
The trail climbs up through dense forests and then descends to the banks of the Arun River. You will then follow the river upstream to reach Chewabesi.
The trail continues upstream, passing through small villages and beautiful forests. You will reach the village of Lelep, where you can visit a local monastery and interact with the villagers.
The trail climbs up to reach the village of Ela Danda, passing through beautiful forests and traditional houses. You will have stunning views of the surrounding mountains throughout the day.
The trail descends to the Tamor River and then climbs up to the village of Simigaon. You will pass through beautiful forests and cross small streams along the way.
The trail climbs up steeply through dense forests to reach Guranse. You will have stunning views of the surrounding mountains, including Makalu and Chamlang.
The trail climbs up to a ridge, offering breathtaking views of the valley below. You will then descend to the village of Hongon, passing through beautiful forests and small streams.
The trail continues through dense forests and steep climbs to reach the glacial lake at Panch Pokhari. You will have stunning views of the surrounding mountains and the pristine lake.
You will descend from Panch Pokhari and cross a small pass to reach the village of Tare. You will have stunning views of the surrounding mountains throughout the day.
The trail descends to the Dudh Koshi River and then climbs up to the village of Lukla. You will have stunning views of the surrounding mountains and the beautiful valley below.
You will take an early morning flight from Lukla to Kathmandu, and then transfer to your hotel. You will have some free time to explore the city
What's Included
1. Airport Pick-up and Drop Off,
2. Licensed and trained trekking guides,
3. potters for carrying goods and supplies,
4. Meal on full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner, tea & coffee) basis during the trek
5. 3 Nights Accommodation in the 3/4/5 Star Hotel in Kathmandu with B & B. (Bed
& Breakfast)
6. All accommodation during the trek.
7. All meals and hot beverages during the trek.
8. Transportation to and from trail head.
9. All necessary documents and permits for trekking (where applicable)
10. National Park/Conservation Area entry Permit, Insurance, and equipment for the staffs.
11. Coordination of quick Rescue service (Costs covered by your Insurance Plan)
12. Trekking staffs wages etc.
13. 1 hr. trekker massage after your trek.
14. Welcome and Fare well dinner in a Nepali Cultural Dance restaurant in Kathmandu.
15. Flight Ticket Kathmandu to Lukla to Kathmandu
16. Trekking Staff Insurance of $10,000 Per Person.
17. Trekking Map, T-shirt, and Trekking certificate.
18. Exclusive of Medical Kit Bag
19. All Government and local Taxes
20. International Flight ticket re-confirmation.
21. Meals will be Start when your Trek starts.
What's Excluded
Services and Cost Does not Included in Price:
1. International Airfares,
2. Travel/Trekking Insurance,
3. Excess baggage charges More than 16kg and hand bag more than 5 kg in
domestic flights.
4. Visa fees.
5. Airport Departure Taxes.
6. Drinks (Cold and Alcoholic) Rescue charge.
7. Tips for The staffs.
8. Expenses of Personnel nature and Permit and Liaison officer fee (where Applicable.
9. Meals during stay in the Kathmandu and Pokhara.
10. Domestic Ticket Etc.
11. Extra Hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Trip Information
Our adventure begins with a flight to the small airstrip on fixed wings or Helicopter at Tumlingtar. From here we descend to the deep gorge of the beautiful Arun Valley. The Arun Valley is lush, green oasis, rich in bird life and these first few days provide a fascinating contrast to high mountain scape as we approach Mera. Our route to the Mera La will take us through thick rhododendron and bamboo forest separating the Hongu and Hunku Valleys. On the trail to Panch Pokhari you will come across a beautiful Sherpa Village and Kirong La Monastery From Panch Pokhari you will descend to Hunkku River, a complete wilderness trail. The views alongs this section are superb. Towards the east we can see the Kanchenjunga and Jannu. To the north, to the views of Hunku and Hongu dominate. The trail continues to Thagnag (4366m), from here we move to khare (5108m) where we establish the base camp at the foot of the glacier leading to the Mera La (5415m). Here we have a number of days to rest, explore and acclimatize .Our return route will take us south, down to the Hunku Drangka before turning west to cross the Zatrawa La to the mountain airstrip at Lukla. From here we will fly back to Kathmandu the following day to a spectacular end.
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