Rhododendron (Salpa
Pass)
Trek |
Program Code : MOC04 |
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Highlights of the Trek |
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This trek starts from a high vantage
point at the township of Hille. For a
few kilometers the trail follows a new
road being built by the Nepali Army
before turning back on to the original
trail and the commencement of a long and
steep descent to the floor of the valley
and the Arun River. There are some
beautiful views of the Mt. Makalu ranges
as you descend. The trail is a very busy
transportation route for the villages
and major centers such as Khadbari, so
you will see a continuous stream of
porters carrying every conceivable item
a town could need.
After Salpa Pass, the trek will take you
through some impressive Rhododendron
forest and villages of the Rai, Brahman,
Chetri and other 'caste' common to this
area
Grade :
Introductory/Moderate
On These treks are similar to the
introductory treks but with occasional
higher altitude selections.
Type : Camping
Full board, enough trekking crew, tents.
Duration : 31
days
Activities :
Sightseeing/Trekking/Rafting & Jungle
Safari. (optional rock-climbing )
Best time to go :
September through to April (Dec/Jan can
be very hazy)
Departure dates : by arrangement
Minimum group size : 2
Maximum group size :
15
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Program Itinerary (Short) |
Days 01 :
Trip commences in Kathmandu, introductions and
formalities |
Days 02 :
Sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley |
Days 03 :
Hille |
Days 04 :
Mangmaya |
Days 05 :
Surtibari |
Days 06 :
Tumlingtar |
Days 07 :
Chayawabesi |
Days 08 :
Dhubidanda |
Days 09 :
Phedi |
Days 10 :
Jaubari - via the Salpa Pass |
Days 11 :
Sanam |
Days 12 :
Bung |
Days 13 :
Najing |
Days 14 :
Pangum |
Days 15 :
Pwyan |
Days 16 :
Phakding |
Days 17 :
Namche Bazaar |
Days 18 :
Namche Bazaar - acclimatisation day |
Days 19 :
Thyangboche |
Days 20 :
Pheriche |
Days 21 :
Laubuche |
Days 22 :
Kalapathar |
Days 23 :
Everest Base Camp |
Days 24 :
Laubuche |
Days 25 :
Tyangbuhe |
Days 26 :
Namche Bazaar - via Khumjung Village |
Days 27 :
Phakding |
Days 28 :
Lukla |
Days 29 :
Kathmandu by air |
Days 30 :
Day in Kathmandu -optional sightseeing/shopping |
Days 31 :
Trip concludes in Kathmandu |
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Program Itinerary (Long) |
Days 01 :
Arrive in Kathmandu (1336m). You will be met by your
group leader and transferred to the hotel where the
pre-trek briefing will be given. Arrangements are
made today for the distribution of your kit bag,
sleeping bag and down jacket. Remainder of the
afternoon is at your leisure |
Days 02 :
Day at leisure in Kathmandu. You have time to
explore Kathmandu, Patan, Bhaktapur and the lessor
known towns that dot the valley. The area has an
amazing range of fascinating highlights, whatever
your interest. Excellent bookshops, extensive
markets, novelty shops and handicraft shops contrast
with fantastic centers of cultural and spiritual
significance. Kathmandu has more World heritage
sites than any other city in the world. A
sightseeing tour is organised for your benefit. |
Days 03 - 29 :
Activities as per itinerary above. |
Days 30 :
Day at leisure in Kathmandu. There are a million
things to see in Kathmandu and we recommend you
spend this day wandering around the town and
exploring the valley on bicycle or by taxi. The old
Royal Palace, Durbar Square, Swayambhunath (the
Monkey Temple), Pashupatinath (a major Hindu shrine)
and the giant Buddhist Stupa at Bodnath are absolute
musts. Our staff can help you with arrangements or
provide a guide and/or transport should you wish, or
you can head off armed with a map and let the day
unfold. Also available (for an additional charge) is
the opportunity to try your hand at rock-climbing
with experienced crew. |
Days 31 :
Trip concludes in Kathmandu. After breakfast,
arrangements cease unless further arrangements have
been made. Those people travelling by aircraft to
further destinations will be transferred to the
airport and assisted with check-in procedures. |
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Cost Included :- |
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Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu
(as per itinerary, 3 star rating standard, B&B, twin
share basis), airport transfers, full compliment of
trekking crew, all meals while on trek (except
alternative by choice), all necessary camping gear
(including sleeping bag, down jacket), overland
transportation, National Park Fees, trekking crew
insurance, emergency first aid kit. |
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Additional Cost :- |
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Extra hotel expenses, single room
supplement where requested, any personal expenses
(bottled soft drinks, telephone charges,
video/camera fees, etc.), domestic and international
airfares, medical costs (except medical attention
given by trek leader), rescue charges, Visas and visa extension costs, lunch
and evening meals while in Kathmandu (except Namaste
meal on first night) |
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Nepal
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