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Panch Pokhari Trek

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Highlights:
Duration : 9 nights and 10 days.
Destination: Langtang National Park.
Trek start/end: At Chautara and Melamchi Pool.
Trek season : September to May.
Trek style: Full service of camping.
Trek grade: Moderate difficulty.
Highest elevatoin : Panch Pokhari Lek 4500m.
Viewpoints: Nasimpati and Panch Pokhari Lek.
Activites: Walking & trekking.
Villages: Syaule, Thulo Bhotang and Dhap.
Ethnic groups: Braman, Chetiri, Newar, Tamang and Sherpa.
Culture: Hinduism, Buddhism and Shamanism.
Himalayan scenery : Mt. Dorje Lakpa (6966m), Jugal Himal (6535m), Phurbochyachu (6637m), Gauri Shanker and Langtang Himal range.
Five ponds: Surya, Bhairab, Naag, Sarasowoti and Ganesh Kunda.
Panch Pokhari Panch Pokhari (five ponds)
Phurbochyachu Himal Mt. Phurbochyachu Himal
Mt. Jugal Himal Views of Mt. Jugal Himal range
Rhododendrons Rhododendrons flowers
Stupa and prayer flogs Sutpa and prayers flogs
Flowers Himalayan flowers
Sunset Sunset
Flower Flower
Village Village
Panch Pokhari
Phurbochyachu Himal
Mt. Jugal Himal
Rhododendrons
Stupa and prayer flogs
Flowers
Sunset
Flower
Village

The Panch Pokhari (five ponds) Trek is in the 9th highest altitude wetland in the world, which lies in the Langtang National Park and at the base of Mt. Jugal Himal, Sindupalchok district, Northeast of Kathmandu. There are five separate ponds in one ground, including Surya, Bhairab, Naag, Sarasowoti, and Ganesh Kunda, which are sacred and considered to be the source of the Indrawati River. The Janai Purnima festival celebrates the full moon in August every year when the Hindus come here for the ritual of changing the sacred thread (Janai) – they wear around their bodies. The shamans also come here to perform the ritual dance while playing the drum for their graduation. The ecology is fascinating because it is pretty diverse here. We walk through Tamang and Sherpa villages, also part of a cultural trek. So, this trekking route is culturally, religiously, and ecologically very interesting.

This trek offers the opportunity to see the chain of high hills and the Jugal Himal range, including Mt. Dorje Lakpa, Jugal Himal, and Phurbuchyachu Himal. This trekking route suits first-time trekkers and seasoned veterans of Himalayan travelers who prefer unspoiled culture, nature, and uncrowned trails in Nepal.

This is ten days of camping and organized trekking in a remote and unfrequented region despite being close to Kathmandu. We supply food, fuel, kitchen equipment, and tents by carrying porters. Our cook (chef) prepares fresh meals in Western, Nepali, Indian, and Tibetan daily. Our experienced guide will provide safety and security services while on the trek.

Day to day itinerary:

Our representative will help you transfer from the International Airport to the Hotel. Then, we will give you a full brief about the Panch Pokhari Trek.

Includes: Breakfast and accommodation in Kathmandu.
We will catch the bus in the morning and travel to Chautara, which takes about four hours. After lunch in Chautara, we walked along a rough green valley road to Syaule. From here, we start a camping service. The cook (chef) prepares meals, and we sleep in a tented camp.

Includes Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and tented camp.
Leaving Syaule, we will walk gently uphill through Sano Okhareni to reach Phurse, where we had a lunch break. From here, we ascend through the forest path and sometimes pass the small settlements to reach Kami Kharka. We could see musk deer, Langurs (white monkeys), and birds en-route.

Includes Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and tented camp.
We will walk on the flat trail for a few hours and then entered the dense, lush forest of Rhododendrons, Pines, Oaks, and Junipers before reaching Pauwa Bas. En route, we could see some wild animals and cattle shelters.

Includes Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and tented camp.
From here, we will walk steeply uphill through the forest to reach the viewpoint at elevation 3832m, which is also the boundary of the Langtang National Park. When we walked downhill to Hile Banjyang, we had fantastic views of mountain vistas.

Includes Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and tented camp.
We will walk up and downhill through Rhododendron forest to reach Nasimpati. From here, we see fantastic sunset views over the Jugal Himal range.

Includes Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and tented camp.
After breakfast at sunrise, we will start an uphill walk through rocky hills to reach Panch Pokhari. Panch means five, and Pokhari means ponds. Five ponds are in one area, a sacred site for Hindus and Buddhists. They celebrate the Janai Purnima festival on every full moon in August and visit hundreds of thousands of pilgrims yearly. The Mahadeva Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, and a few pilgrims' shelters are located there. After lunch, we toured the Panch Pokhari (five pounds).

Includes Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and tented camp.
We will hike to Panch Pokhari Lek, a true wilderness with panoramic views of the Dorje Lakpa, Jugal Himal, Rolwaling, Gauri Shanker, and Langtang Himal ranges.

Includes Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and tented camp.
From here, we will head down to Nasimpati, where a steep downhill trail branches through the Rhododendrons forest to reach Tupi Danda.

Includes Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and tented camp.
Leaving Tupi Danda, we will walk downhill through the forest before taking a lunch break. The trail then goes through the terraced field to reach Dap village, which has a rich culture of Tamang people. We tour the village to experience the lifestyle and culture of the Tamang ethnic group.

Includes Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and tented camp.
Leaving Dap, the trail descends through the terraced field and Indrwati River valley to Melamchi Pool. In the afternoon, we catch the bus and travel to Kathmandu.

Includes Breakfast, lunch and accommodation in Kathmandu.
We will tour cultural heritage sites in Kathmandu.
Our company representative will drop you off at Kathmandu International Airport when there is time to fly back home.
The trek itinerary can be changed for an exciting side trip and additional acclimatization day if needed while on the trek.

Do you have any questions about Panch Pokhari Trek? How can it be customized to your needs? Please DM us.

Please send us an inquiry, and we will happily customize your trip to the date you need.

Cost includes:
  • International & domestic Airport pick up and departure.
  • 2 nights accommodation (standard twin bed room with breakfast) at 2** Hotel in Kathmandu. Note:- The accommodation in Kathmandu can arrange/book according to client choice Hotel type. The clients have to pay differences if needed.
  • Langtang National Park hiking passes.
  • TIMS cards (hiking passes).
  • Kathmandu to Syaule and Melamchi Pool to Kathmandu by bus.
  • Camping equipments: member tent (two man - Northface tent), Kitchen tent, staffs tent, toilet tent, Kitchen equipments, table, chairs and sleeping pad etc.
  • Food and fuel for feshly prepare meals daily.
  • Camping meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner with tea and coffee. Cook (chef) prepares daily fresh meals of Western, Nepali, Indian and Tibet while on the trek.
  • Nepali staffs: An experinced guide (sirdar), cook (chef), kitchen boy and necessary porters.
  • Dily salary of guide, cook, kitchen boy and necessary porters.
  • Insurance of guide, cook, kitchen boy and necessary porters.
  • Travel and rescue arrangment if needed while on the trek.
  • Travel and rescue arrangment if needed while on the trek.
Cost does not include:
  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
  • Personal trekking equipment of clients.
  • Sleeping bag for clients.
  • Mineral water, boiled water, coke, Fanta, sprite, fresh or can juice, biscuit, sprite, beer, and whiskey etc.
  • Personal Insurance of clients (medical and emergency evacuation covered).
  • Accommodation at home stay or teahouse.
  • Private jeep or bus or Horse renting while on the trek.
  • Sightseeing in Kathmandu, Bhaktapur and Patan etc.
  • International flight tickets and Nepal tourist visa (you can obtain tourist visa upon arrival in Kathmandu Airport).

More info for extra cost:

Please read carefully cost includes and does not include the above. All the meals are included with tea/coffee while on the trek. We do include drinking water (boil/hot water). You can also take water purifying tablets or Seripen. Wi-Fi, battery charge, and hot showers are not included.

We do insure for trekking staff and provide warm enough equipment. We do our best for your safety. Although we suggest you buy comprehensive travel insurance that can cover flight cancellation, medical treatment, and Helicopter rescue emergency evacuation. Please buy the policy that can cover trekking activity up to 5000m for the days you will actually be trekking.

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    Trekking gear packing list for Panch Pokhari Trek:
    • Comfortable hiking boot. Three pairs of socks. Sandals.
    • A down jacket, fleece jacket, three T-shirts, two trekking trousers, two drip-dry T-shirts, one long underwear, a woolen/fleece hat, glove, water/windproof jacket and trouser, Sunglass, lip balm, Sun screem (50+), Sun hat, a light scarf, soap/shampoo and trekking towel etc.
    • Sleeping bag (-10 degree centigrade) with hood.
    • Water purifier tablets, 2L water bottle, hiking poles, medical kit and tourch light with spare batteries etc.
    • A few interesting books and a pack of cards.
    • Plastic bag for waste and toiltet papers.
    • A day bag (25 to 35L) or rucksack large enough (65 to 75L) size.

    Note: We have down jacket and sleeping bag rental facilities for our clients. The rental fee is USD1 per sleeping bag and down jacket per day.

    The following are the reasons for booking a trip with us.
    • We are registered with the Department of Nepal Tourism and have the authority to operate a trek and climb in the Himalayas of Nepal. We are the taxpayers of the Nepal Government. We are a healthy and up-to-date local hiking agency based in Kathmandu.

    • You can book the trip in a minimal advance and pay the balance upon arrival in Kathmandu.

      Pay method:

      Please read the terms and conditions carefully before booking a package trip. Once you agree with the terms and conditions, payment is an unavoidable part of the agreement. The following are different methods of trip booking advance payments for your convince.

      1) American Dollar Account:

      Name of the Bank:- Everest Bank Limited,

      Bank branch address: Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal.
      Name of Account Holder's (beneficiary):- High Camp Trekking (P) Ltd.
      Account No:- 03500105200138
      Swift Code No:- EVBLNPKA.

      2) If you would like to transfer the deposit to Western Union, MoneyGram, and IME, you can use the name of our company owner/manager, Norsang Lama.

      Note:- Please pay any amount charged to you by the Bank or Western Union, MoneyGram, or IME for transferring the booking in advance to us.
    • The trip departure is guaranteed once you have booked the trip with us. If you want to postpone the trip's departure date, you do not need to pay an extra fee. We will never let you down after we receive payment. We do hard work for every single dollar.
    • We organize essential trips for group members. Our package is all-inclusive (no hidden costs). We customize the trip itinerary based on your enjoyable side trip, holiday length, and the activities you need. Let us know your holiday length.
    • Our experienced, trained, and professional guide takes good care of the clients. Our guide never gets tired of your questions about plants, people, animals, and, of course, the mountains. You can feel the difference between having a great hiking guide through our agency.
    • We respond to every email/inquiry in less than 24 hours. You can call us anytime on Whats-app: +977-9841876395 (our support team is available 24/7).

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