Arun valley lies in eastern Nepal
in Makalu- Barun national park, which has one of the
richest Bio-diversity among all the conserved areas in
Nepal. The area covers the bio-diversity of plants and
animals, which has been the attraction to tourists over
the years. Red Panda, snow leopard, Himalayan black beer
and gray leopard are some of the permanent wildlife of
the park. This is a region where you hardly find any
modern facilities and amenities but blessed with an
incredible diversity of natural beauty.
This trek has very minimum lodge facilities and where no
lodges we will make home stay in local people house.
Sherpa, Rai and Limbus are main habitants of the Arun
valley. Walking north up the Arun River to Sedua and
Num, we get to the upper Barun Khola valley for a close
view of Mt Makalu (8,463m,the valley is renewed for its
magnificent examples of Himalayan orchids and other
wildflowers including many valuable medicinal plants.
Features of the park: From tropical forests along the
Arun River to icy mountain summits, Nepal's Makalu-Barun
National Park and Buffer zone, covering 1500 + 830 sq,
km. is the only protected area on earth with an
elevation gain of 8,000m. The skyline is panorama of
rugged Himalayan peaks, including Mt. Makalu (8,463m)
fifth highest mountain in the world and fourth highest
in Nepal. Mt. Chamlang (7,319m), Mt. Baruntse (7,129m).
Mera Peak (6,654m).
Climate: Makalu-Barun area falls in the eastern
Himalayan climatic regime where monsoon starts early
(June) and stays longer than in west Nepal (until late
September). The climate is generally described as
monsoon type, where more than 70% of the precipitation
occurs between June and September. Pre monsoon rain is
common during the month of April and May, an important
factor in biomes production. No reliable records of
climatic data represent the entire area- Great
variations in temperature and precipitation can be
expected due to extreme difference in altitude, slope
and aspect within the area.
Flora and fauna: Recognized for its tremendous
diversity of plants, animals and people, the area
contains 25 species of rhododendron, 47 types of
orchids, and 56 rare plants. Snow leopard, red panda,
musk deer, wild boar, and they are among the wildlife
found here.
TRIP FACTS :
Duration: 25 days Starting point: Tumlingtar Ending point: Tumlingtar Highest access on the trek: Shershon (4615m) Mode of trekking: Lodge/ Camping + Home stay Most attraction of the trek: Mt Makalu, Sherpa, Rai
and Limbu culture & bio-diversity of Arun valley Best time: April, May June, July (for botanical
value) Group Size: Min 2 pax
Day 01 :
Arrival in Kathmandu, hotel transfer Day 02 : Sightseeing in Kathmandu Day 03 : Flight to Tumlingtar, trek to Khadbari
(1036m/4hrs) Day 04 : Trek Khadbari to Chichila (1,830 m) (5/
hrs). Day 05 : Trek Chichila to Num (1490m/4hrs): Day 06 : Trek Num to sedua (1460m.5hrs): Day 07 : Trek Sedua to Tashigaon (2200m/5hrs): Day 08 : Trek Tashigaon to Unshisa (2770m/4hrs):
Day 09 : Trek Unshisa to Thulo pokhari
(3570m/4hrs): Day 10 : Trek ThuloPokhari to Mumbuk
(3570m, via pass of 3890m/ 5hrs) Day 11 : Trek Mumbuk to Yanger Kharkha (3200m/4
hrs): Day 12 : Trek Yanger Kharkha to Nhe Kharkha
(3665m/ 4 hrs): Day 13 : Trek Nhe Kharkha to Jark Kharkha (4213mm
/5 hrs): Day 14 : Trek Jark Kharkha to Sherson (4615m/3
hrs): Day 15 : Trek Sherson to Nhe Kharkha (36 65m/5
hrs): Day 16 : Trek Nhe Kharkha to Mumbuk (3570m/5hrs):
Day 17 : Trek Mumbuk to Kauma (3470m/ 5hrs Day 18 : Trek Kauma to Tashigaon (2200m/ 5hrs):
Day 19 : Trek Tashigaon to Sedua (1460m/5hrs Day 20 : Trek Seduwa to Num (1490m/5hrs): Day 21 : Trek Num to Bhotebase (1200m/ 5hrs): Day 22 : Trek Bhotebase to Tumlingtar (1038m/
5hrs) Day 23 : Tumlingtar to Kathmandu by flight Day 24 : Visit Kathmandu valley Day 25 : Departure
#5 nights Hotel accommodation in
Kathmandu,
#Sightseeing in Kathmandu
#Air ticket from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar
#All surface transfer where applicable
#National Park entry permit
#Trekking permit,
#Accommodation in lodges during the trek,
#Food: three meals a day,
#A guide & required number of porter (s)
#Insurance and security for local staff
#Air ticket for local staff
Mode of Payment
- We accept Cash, Credit card and payment
through bank
Booking Conditions
- A non - refundable deposit of 10 percent must
be paid at time of booking and booking form must
be completed.
- Final payment is due 60 days prior to
departure.
- Travel insurance with unlimited medical cover
is compulsory for all trips to Nepal.
- A visa for Nepal is to be obtained prior to
departure from your home country or can obtain
in Kathmandu airport, please note your passport
must be valid for a minimum of 6 months after
your return and 2 passport size picture needed.
Cancellation Policy
- If cancellation in writing is received by Langtang Ri Trekking more than 45 days prior to departure, the non-refundable deposit will be retained (maximum 10% of total land price) plus any air cancellation fees that may apply
- If cancellation is received within 45 days of departure, the following per person cancellation fees will apply:
- 15 - 45 days prior to departure: 25% of total price
- 7 - 14 days prior to departure: 35% of total price
- Less than 7 days prior to departure: 50% of total price (except for the total cost of government fees)
- On departure day or later: 100% of total price.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Every effort will be made to keep to the above
itinerary, but as this is adventure travel in a
remote mountain region, we cannot guarantee it!
Weather conditions and the health of trekkers
can all contribute to changes. The guides and
their Sherpa assistants will try to ensure that
the trip runs according to plan, but please be
prepared to be flexible if necessary.
Experience Required :This Trek is
suitable for keen walkers who are able to walk
for 6 7 hours in a day, with a light rucksack.
Some of the days are quite long, and the walking
feels more strenuous at altitude. Generally the
trail is a good track, but occasionally it will
be uneven and rocky.
Food & Accommodation : You are
accommodated in teahouses whilst on trek. A
teahouse is a local run guesthouse, but
standards vary enormously. In popular areas such
as Everest, teahouses are more like hotels, with
hot water, Western food and private rooms
Recommended equipment list :Trekkers need
to provide their own personal clothing and
equipment. Some items of equipment are available
for hire from us as like Sleeping bag and Down
Jacket
Footwear : Well broken-in walking shoes -
these must be suitable for snow, thick socks,
light socks, camp shoes.
Clothing : Down or fiber filled
waterproof jacket and trousers, sweater or
fleece jacket, underwear, warm and cotton
trousers or jeans, shirts and T-shirts, shorts,
long underwear, wool hat, sun hat, gloves,
bathing suit, track suit.
