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Dudh kunda Pikey Cultural Trek
- 16 Days
Dudh kunda Pikey Cultural Trek
Dudh kunda Pikey Cultural Trek
Dudh kunda Pikey Cultural Trek
Trip Facts
- Trip Destination: Nepal
- Trip Grade: Moderate
- Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
- Transportation: Private Car/jeep/hiace
- Accommodation: Hotel / Guest House / Tents
- Max. Altitude: 4100 m.
- Group Size: Minumum 2 pax or above
Dudh kunda-Pikey Cultural Trek is believed to be newly opened trekking destinations in Solukhumbu Region. It is popular trekking trail in Solu-Khumbu region. Dudh Kunda Lake meaning the milky lake is situated at the foot of Number Himal, locally it is known as Shorong Yul Lha, meaning the protector of Solu region. It is believed to be a holy lake and the locals believe that taking a dip in the holy waters will have the wishes granted. While trekking to the area, you also can enjoy and see the panoramic views of snowcapped mountains including the Mt. Everest, Number and other mountains lying along the areas. Besides that you also can explore the Rhododendron flowers, pine tree, wild animals such as mountain Thars, Bear, Leopard, Jackle and birds like pheasant.
Similarly, you will also be able to capture the sceneries of sunrise and sunset from Pikey hill, which is considered to be the one of the tallest hill of Solu. The name Pikey is derived from the name of Sherpa language which means a clan deity. During July, the locals hold celebrations to worship this particular clan deity. This peak offers the majestic view of Mt. Everest and other Himalayas lying around. Besides, that the Pikey hill also offers breathtaking sunrise and sunset views during the good weather. The trail passes through one of the most beautiful settlements of Sherpa and Rai communities’ in the region. You can visit ancient Buddhist monastery such as Thupten Chholing Gompa and enjoy the unique Sherpa and Rai ethnic peoples’ culture, lifestyle and picturesque landscapes. The trekking to the Dudh kunda and Pikey hill takes you through dense forests of rhododendron and a variety of wildlife. The trekking to the area begins form Jiri after having 7-8 hours continues driving from Kathmandu to Bhandar and making trekking to the Dudhakunda, Pikey hill, the trekking ends in Phaplu and one can drive back to Kathmandu.
What You Can Expect
- Sightseeing in world's heritage sites and historical places
- Holy lake Dudhkund
- Exhilarating cultural experience
- Magnificent view of mountains
Outline Itinerary
01 Days Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m/4265ft.).
Himalayan Joy Adventure will officially welcome and meet you at Airport & transport by private vehicle to a comfortable hotel. You will have leisure time, followed by an evening welcome dinner at a typical Nepalese Restaurant and discussion about the trip, in Kathmandu overnight (1,300m/4265ft).
02 Days Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley
Half-day Cultural city tours, Kathmandu Durbar Squar ,Pashupati Nath, Syambunath & Buddha Nath- Buddish & Hindus temples - The biggest Buddha Stupa in Kathmandu valley. In the afternoon a trekking Guide (Sherpa) will come to meet you for next day departure and give information at hotel, in Kathmandu (1,300m/4265ft.).
03 Days Drive to Bhandar(2400m./7874ft.)
It’s about 9:30 hours’ drive to Bhandar. Its a joyful drive through many different villages, rivers, bhanjyang, deurali etc. At the time when road begins uphill we will enjoy panoramic view of the hills, villages and valley. Then you will reach the Shivalaya which place is located bank of Khimti River. Stay overnight in Bhandar.
04 Days Bhandar to Namkheti(2300m./17355ft.)
It’s about 7 hours walk to Namkheti. First few hours you will have to descend to Likhu River then you will have to cross the Bridge from where you will start to climb up to Namklheti through many different villages. It’s really great walk through villages and to see their culture and typical village life. While passing through these villages you will see people of Kshetri, Brahaman, Sherpa, Newar, and many more communities and their all the different culture as well. Stay overnight in Namkheti jungle.
05 Days Namkheti to Naur Gompa (2900m./9514ft.)
It’s about 6 to 7 hours walk from Namkheti to Naur Gompa. You will have to walk through the village and the fields. Today normally you will move uphill. You will visit a sherpa village following Buddhism. Visit the monastery and go to pray and learn their interesting culture. Stay overnight Naur Gompa.
06 Days Naur Gompa to Pikey Danda(4070m./13353ft.)
It’s about 4 hours walk to Pikey Danda. Pikey Danda is the one of the best place to see the panoramic view of the mountains and valley. This is the place from where you can see the top of the world Mt.Everest and many other mountains. You can also visit the cheese factory where Himalayan yak cheese is made. Stay overnight in hill with such a great view and stars at night.
07 Days Pikey Danda to Junbesi village (2580m./8464ft.)
It’s about 7 hours walk. You will have to walk through the jungle, hills and villages. It’s a great walk. While passing from jungle you will get the chance to see wild animals and many different birds. Junbesi is a beautiful village. There are few monasteries and many Chorten as well. Enjoy the Buddhist culture and their local food. Stay overnight in Junbesi village.
08 Days Junbesi village to Thupten Chholing Gompa (3000m./9842ft.)
It’s about 3 hours walk to Thupten Chholing Gompa. Trail to Gompa from Junbesi is very beautiful and you get to pass the several villages and potato field. Thupten Chholing Gompa is the place where most of the monks live. It’s big monastery and is inhibited by Tibetian monks wo came a long time ago. There you can go to pray in the morning and evening in the monastery. You will enjoy the being here.
09 Days Thupten Chholing Gompa to Veri Kharka
It’s about 6 hours walk to Veri Kharka. We start to walk to the Dudhkunda Lake and as we cannot reach any village couple of days we will have to stay in the jungle. It’s really great path with incredible view and landscape. You will have fun doing this trek and staying in the jungle on tent. You can see variety of wild animals and birds.
10 Days Veri Kharka to Dudhkunda Lake
It’s about 6 hours walk to Dudhkunda lake. You will get a chance tp see the beautiful holy lake Dudhkunda Lake on lap of the Numbur Himal. You will have to stay two nights in Dudhkunda Lake.
11 Days Explore day in Dudhkunda
This is free day in Dudhkunda lake so walk around the lake and go up to view point. This is the great Hindu holy place so you might want to pray for your bright future and visit the temples. You will enjoy a nice sunrise and sunset from Dudhkunda. Enjoy the nature and culture.
12 Days Dudhkunda Lake to Cahuri Kharka
It’s about 7 hours walk down to Chauri Kharka. Today trails goes normally downhill through the jungle and some bare hill. After the Dudhkunda lake the trek is almost over. Stay overnight in Chauri kharka.
13 Days Chauri Kharka to Chiwang Gompa
It’s about 5 hours walk to Chiwang gompa. It is a great walk to the hiwang gompa. Chiwang Gompa is located in hill with best view and incredible place. Chiwang monastery is really nice monastery. You will feel great to be here. Visit the monastery and see their culture. Stay overnight in Chiwang Gompa.
14 Days Chiwang Gompa to Phaplu
Then last day walk is about 3 hours to Phaplu airport. In the afternoon walk to the sallery market which is the district headquarter of Solukhumbu. Its half an hour walk from Phaplu. Make a last day celebration of trekking and goodbye to your kitchen and supporting staff. Stay overnight there.
15 Days Drive back to Kathmandu
In the morning it is about 35 minutes fly to Katmandu. Himalayan Joy adventure will pick you up from the airport and transfer to the hotel. Be fresh in Katmandu after two weeks trekking in mountain and enjoy walking around in Katmandu.
16 Days Final Departure
Departure for your home with great experience in a country situated in the lap of Himalayas and a great memory in your life. Himalayan Joy Adventure drop you to the airport and bid goodbye hoping to see you again…once is not enough……”Many people are happy to come in Nepal but they are sad to leave Nepal
Trip Map
Cost Includes
- Airport picks up and drops by Private Vehicle.
- 3 nights Hotel (3-5 stars) in Kathmandu in twin sharing basis on BB plan
- One day sightseeing in Kathmandu
- Full board meals (Breakfast+Lunch+Dinner) and Accommodation on twin sharing basis in the trek
- English speaking guide
- Domestic flight fare
- Porter (One porter for two people)
- Insurance for Himalayan Joy Staff
- Himalayan Joy Adventure T-Shirt and Duffel bag
- TIMS permit
Cost Excludes
- Travel insurance which covers emergency Rescue and Evacuation (Most Required)
- International airfare and airport departure tax
- Nepal entry visa; you can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at the Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu. (Tourist Visa with Multiple Entries for 15 days can be obtained by paying US $ 25 or equivalent foreign currency. Similarly, Tourist Visa with Multiple Entries for 30 days can be obtained by paying US $ 40 and Tourist Visa with Multiple Entries for 90 days can be obtained by paying US $ 100. Please bring 2 copies of passport size photos).
- Cold drinks such as Mineral water, Cola, Beer etc.(Mineral water will cost per liter from Rs. 100 till Rs.500 and if you bring water purifying tablet is best idea cause you will help to save nature from not using plastic bottles and also its much cheaper then mineral water )
- Bars bill such as Mars, Sneaker, Bounty chocolate etc
- Personal trekking and climbing Equipment
- Tips for trekking staffs and driver
- Any others expenses which are not mentioned on 'Price Includes' section.
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Dudh Kunda Trekking
Trekking to the Dudh Kunda sacred lake with the best guide of Nepal: Cholendra Karki During our 7 months trip around Central Asia, we spent 3 months in Nepal to discover the beauty of Himalayan Mountains. We chose Himalayan Joy adventure because of the friendly spirit of their team. The trekking organization was perfect in all senses, due to our guide's Cholendra professionalism and experience. Fifteen days of amazing views and excellent food, crossing beautiful rhododendron forests until the holy lake where we had a merited day of rest for the team and exploring day for us. The most fascinating part of the trip was the visit to our team members' village, in a deep valley surrounded by forest. We participated to Tihar festival at the nice Karki village of Basa, sharing warm moments with all the people from the community. We strongly recommend Himalayan Joy Adventure as your next travel companion. For us there is no doubt (kunda) about that!
Trip Note
ECO-FRIENDLY
Every day the world is facing a big issue of environmental pollution and in Nepal as well. Our field staffs are quite conscious about environmental pollution at any time and we encourage to all. We would suggest to our guest to use boiled water or water purification pills than buying a bottle of water, it helps to avoid plastic bottles which can takes long time to disappear. During the trek, if possible you can order same items food in a group which minimizes the fuel used and to make campfire is almost forbidden. We would encourage being a responsible traveler so, just leaving foot-print on the trail and bring out all non-biodegradable which you had.
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