Limbu Cultural Trail Trekking
A new trekking route between Kabeli and Khaksewa rivers offers an in-depth experience of the culture, tradition, and lifestyle of the Limbu people who are dominant in this region. The 4-5 day Limbu Cultural Trail trek starts from Phungling and passes through Suketar, Lalikharka, Kande Bhanjyang, Simbu, Phungphung, Phumpe and Mamankhe. The Limbu Cultural Trail ends in Mamankhe where more than 95 percent of the population is Limbu (Mabo). From Mamankhe one has the option of either joining the Kanchenjunga trail or retracing the route back to Phungling.
Thick and a wide range of cardamom farms lie along the Limbu Cultural Trail. In addition is the unique Himalayan flora and fauna, and untouched natural landscapes. Limbu communities in different villages perform cultural dances Dhaan Naach, Chyabrung Naach, and Bijuwa Naach for visitors. Accommodation and meals are offered in local houses. This provides opportunity to discover the area and the people. Tasting the local tongba (alcoholic beverage) and sukuti (dry meat), interacting with the people and participating in their regular activities, and hiking along unrefined trails crossing ridge and gully offers some of the best of Himalayan experiences.
Itinerary for Ghale Gaun Trekking
| Days | Day to Day Activities |
|---|---|
| 01 |
Arrival in Kathmandu
Upon your arrival at international airport, After the completion of Visa formalities you have to come downstairs to collect Luggage and proceed to outside from terminal Building. Please look at your Printed Name and Our Company Signboard Annapurna Foothills Treks & Exp and follow them. Meet our representative; you will be transferred to your hotel in Kathmandu .. You should clear your dues before we proceed for the trip. You are free to relax or explore around the city in the very first day. |
| 02 |
Sight seeing Kathmandu
After breakfast, we visit Bodhanath, the Stupa of a Million Dew-Drops. We circumambulate the stupa with monks and devotees. then we Visit Pashupatinath , Nepal 's most sacred Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, the destroyer. We watch Hindu cremation along the banks of the Bagmati River . After visiting Pashupatinath, we drive to Bhaktapur - the City of Devotees . There is a one big museum in Bhaktapur which is famous for temples, palaces and houses dating back several centuries. Drive back to Kathmandu . Overnight stay at hotel |
| 03 |
Kathmandu – Suketar (2,420m)
We take early flight from Kathmandu to Suketar. It takes about one hour to reach Suketar from Kathmandu to Suketar by aeroplane. Upon arrival, we would be welcomed by the local community and transfer to one of the best teahouses of the area. In the afternoon, we go on sightseeing around the local community and experience local culture. Overnight in the teahouse. |
| 04 |
Suketar – Lalikharka (Phawakhola)
Having lunch at Suketar, we commence our trek to Lalikharka. It takes about four hours normal walk to reach Lalikharka. The trail moves through the thick forests. Overnight in a teahouse. |
| 05 |
Lalikharka – Kande Bhanjiyang (2,129m)
It is our turn to visit Kande Bhanjiyang from Lalikharka. Today also the trail moves through the forests. There is home-stay facility at Kande Bhanjiyang. The home-stay offers direct contact with the local people and we share the food with the family members where we stay. |
| 06 |
Kande Bhanjiyang – Phumphe (1,858m)
We trek to Phumphe from Kande Bhanjiyang. It takes about seven hours to reach Phumpa from Kande Bhanjiyang. We take lunch at Phungphung Danda. We trek along River Kabeli and enjoy the scenic and stunning view of mountains. The home-stay facility is also available at Phumphe. |
| 07 |
Phumphe- Mamankhe (1,645m)
It is the last day of our trek. We trek from Phumpe to mamnakhe which takes about 3 hours normal walk. The trek offers an opportunity to observe cardamom gardens. We take lunch at Mamankhe. In the evening, the local people will perform a cultural program to give farewell to us. |
| 08 |
Taplejung or Suketar to KTM (1300m)
After breakfast at the lodge of Suketar we go to the airport to fly to Biratnagar and then from there we connect flight to Kathmandu . Arrive Kathmandu and then transfer to the hotel |
| 09 |
Kathmandu
We consider today an “Rest day” just in case the flight can’t land due to weather. Otherwise, we will go to see the ancient city of Bhaktaphur , once a separate kingdom. The city still retains an architectural and design spirit of a feudal state focused on artistic and religious glorification. You will feel you are walking back in time strolling through the core of the old city now preserved and interpreted as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take some time to look in the shops to observe potters, weavers, brass-makers, religious artisans, Brahmin priests and spice merchants carrying out their professions as they have done here for hundreds of years. We will end our journey with a farewell dinner this evening. |
| 10 |
Departure your destination.
Transfer to international airport for your final departure. The trip ends, our Airport Representative will drop you to the Tribhuvan International Airport for your flight departure from Nepal |
Client Testimonials
Namadste!
While doing trek in the khumbu region, we will witness the different views of mountains such as Kwangde, Thamserku, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, the "horse saddle" of Kanteiga and of course the summit of Everest itself. We take a short rest for a while and it allows us little time for acclimatization. Here, you prepare yourself to explore the ascent of kalapatthar which is an altitude of 5545m. While climbing down from Lobuche, you will see some glacial moraine until the peak comes into view. Finally, you will be witnessing the north face of Mt. Everest . We return through a different route through Panboche to Lukla. We catch a flight for Kathmandu from Lukla.
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