Day 1: Arrive at Kathmandu [1345m/4411ft] & transfer to Hotel.
On the day of your arrival, a representative from Himalayan Windhorse Adventure will greet you at Tribhuvan International Airport. As per the schedule, you will be driven to the hotel in the heart of Kathmandu City 1345m. Upon arrival at the hotel, our representative will aid you in the check-in procedure. Later that evening, in the dinner program; you shall gather information regarding the Himlung expedition. It will help you understand the details regarding the expedition organized HWA.
Day 2: Sightseeing in Kathmandu & Climbing Preparations.
On the second day of your arrival, you will spend the entire day sightseeing in Kathmandu. The tour guide will escort you from your hotel to some of the world heritage sites. Besides, the stunning tour around Kathmandu city. You will complete the essential paperwork before the Himlung expedition.
Day 3: Drive from Kathmandu to Chamje [1410m/4626ft] 7-8 hours drive
Today, you will commence your journey as you prepare yourself for a long drive towards Chamje. After breakfast, the tour guide will escort you to a private vehicle waiting outside the hotel. As the journey proceeds, you will enjoy an exciting ride along the bank of Trishuli river. The views are absolutely stunning throughout the journey. The scenic view will enhance your tour experience to the absolute. As you arrive at Dumre, the path ahead passes through hill towards Besisahar. After the 7-8 hours drive from Kathmandu, you will finally arrive at Chamje. You will stay overnight at a guest house for the night at Chamje 1410m.
Day 4: Trek from Chamje to Dharapani [1960m/6430ft] 5-6 hours trek
After enjoying a splendid breakfast, we leave the guest house at Chamje. The trail ahead will lead you towards a suspension bridge. After the crossing, the trail gets steeper towards Sattae as the valley becomes narrower. Shortly after, you will arrive at Tal village; which is known widely as the entrance to Manang district. From Tal, the trail ahead descends towards a stunning suspension bridge over the Marsyangdi River. The trail gets moderately ahead as you make your way to Dharapani. After the 5-6 hours trek from Chamje, you will arrive at the guest house in Dharapani. You will stay for the night at Dharapani 1960m.
Day 5: Trek from Dharapani to Koto [2600m/8528ft] 5-6 hours trek
Early in the morning, after breakfast; you shall follow the trail towards the Bagarchhap village. Upon the arrival at the village, the trail gets steeper as it makes its way through dense pine forest. Shortly after, you will arrive at Timang; it is a vantage point for stunning views of Lamjung Himal 5587m. The expedition ahead takes you towards a flat trail that descends before a steep climb again. The hike is certainly strenuous as you make your way up to reach Thanchok. From here, you descend toward a village at Koto 2600m. After the 5-6 hours trek, the day ends at a tea house for an overnight stay.
Day 6: Trek from Koto to Singenge [3230m/10594ft] 6-7 hours
The journey today leads you to a 6-7 hours trek towards Singene. Before you start the trek, you must register yourself at the permit check-post at Koto. After the registration, you will head towards a suspension over the magnificent Seuti Khola tributary. Our trail ahead will get steeper as we continue the thrilling experience through gorges and canyons. Shortly after, you will cross a wooden bridge before making a steep climb before your arrival at Singenge 3230m. You will stay for the night at a camp.
Day 7: Trek from Singenge to Kyang [4100m/13448ft] 6-7 hours
Today, early in the morning; you shall head towards a seasonal settlement of Meta. The trek ahead will offer you astounding views of Lamjung Himal 5587m and Annapurna II 7937m. The trail traverses around a steep hill towards a clearing of Junam Goth. The hike shall then lead you to steep ascend before descending towards Mruju Khola. You will then cross the Murju Khola, which is an outflow of Lyapche Glacier. After the 6-7 hours, you will make a steep walk across a section of eroded moraine towards Kyang. Upon your arrival, you will set up camp and stay for the night at Kyang 4100m.
Day 8: Trek from Kyang to Phu [4580m/15022ft] 5-6 hrs Trek
The journey starts with a splendid breakfast at Kyang. We leave kyang early in the morning and head towards a narrow gorge. Shortly, the trail descends towards a river. Upon arriving at the river bed, you will cross the river via a wooden bridge. The trail ahead heads north towards a steep climb. As you gently make your way up, you will witness several large chortens and deserted buildings. The 5-6 hours trek comes to an end after the crossing of a suspension bridge to Phu 4580m. Tonight, you will enjoy dinner and rest for the night at a tea house.
Day 9: Exploration day at Phu Valley; Visit Samdu, Choling, and Tashi Monastery
Today, you shall spend an additional day at Phu Valley. The exploration around the village will aid you in the acclimatization process. You spend your day strolling through the 800-year-old stone village. The tour also features a visit to the magnificent Samdu Monastery and Choling Monastery. Later that evening, you will walk the streets of the village. The experience makes you feel as if you stepped back in time. You will stay for the night at a tea house in Phu village.
Day 10: Trek from Phu to Himlung Himal Base Camp [4842m/15881ft] 3-4 hours
Today is the shortest day of trekking in the entire expedition. The trek lasts for around 2-4 hours. The day starts with a pleasant breakfast at the tea house. Shortly after, you will leave Phu village with stunning views of the mountains. The trail will ascend all the way up to 4,842 meters at our campsite. Upon arrival at the campsite, our crew will set up camp for the night. Further preparation shall be made for setting camps at higher altitudes.
Day 11: Himlung Himal Base Camp Rest
Today, you will take a rest at the Base Camp and admire the view of the lofty mountains around you. Further, the Base Camp is close to 5000 meters which is why you need to take a rest here for climatization.
Day 12: Base Camp to Camp one (5450m)
The expedition ahead shall feature several days worth of training and practices. In addition, you will spend most of the days for adequate acclimatization to the altitude. The Sherpa crew will work day and night to set up additional crew above the base camp 4,920m. This will allow the provision of hygienic meals and efficient routes towards the summit of Himlung Himal. The expedition ahead is surely demanding, therefore you will follow the assistance of your guide. Upon any inquiry or emergency; you will seek advice from the group leader. The trails are significantly snowy towards camp 1. So, you will maintain a slow and steady pace until your arrival at camp 1 5450m. After your arrival in the camp, you will spectate the stunning views of the stunning mountain views of the Annapurna, Manaslu and Gangapurna.
Day 13: Camp one to Camp two (6000m) and return to Base Camp
The morning begins with a chill winter breeze of the high himalayas. The breakfast will taste magnificent with the stunning views of the mountains. After you check your supplies, you will begin your journey towards Camp 2. It is a steady but strenuous climb but a steady composure will help you pass through it. Nonetheless, you’ll have an epic adventure on the adventurous route of the Himlung Himal. Upon your arrival at Camp 2, you will enjoy a magnificent view of the sunset. It is a truly mesmerizing once in a lifetime experience.
Day 14: Rest day in Base Camp
Today is a rest day on your exciting expedition to the summit of Himlung Himal. You will spend an entire day laid back on the camp. The resting procedure will significantly aid in the process of acclimatization. Besides, you can also walk around the campsite and click a few pictures for a memorable experience. In addition, the guide will equip you with the necessary gear for the trip. Further in the expedition, you will follow the guidance of experienced Sherpa guides. The guide’s expertise will allow you to execute several climbing techniques to reach the summit 7126m.
Day 15: Base Camp To Camp one (5450m)
On this day, you will take the same route back to the first camp.
Day 16: Camp one to Camp two (6000m)
The 16th day of the trip marks an ascent to the second camp.
Day 17: Camp two to Camp three (6250m)
After an adequate rest and acclimatization, your body will be revitalized for the journey ahead. It is a rather short 250 m ascend to camp 3. However, you will proceed with caution to avoid any risk of injury. Due to the short trek distance, you’ll arrive at the campsite at noon. After an enjoyable lunch, you will prepare for the expedition tomorrow. At the summit, the stunning landscape will reward you with stunning views of the Annapurna 8091m and Manaslu range 8156m. Due to the risk of altitude sickness, you will spend short but quality at the summit. Shortly after, you will make you descend to camp 3.
Day 18: Camp three to Summit (7126m) and back to Camp three.
Today is a big day, it is an important part of the entire Himlung himal expedition. So, the trek leader makes sure if all of the member’s trek equipments are in working order. You will start you journey in the morning. The trek leader pays an extra attention as the trail ahead is certainly strenuous. He will be equipped with a satellite phone for evacuation if any situation may arise. However, with the aid of reliable equipment and expertise of the guide the climb to the summit will be a success. After you reach the summit, you will enjoy a vista of the surrounding landscape. The pristine beauty of the himalayan mountains.
Day 19: Camp three to Base Camp.
After an astonishing experience in the summit, you will make your way back to the Base camp. As the trail ahead descends through the stunning landscape. It will be easier for you to walk yourself to the camp in a short time. However, you need to take care of your knees and ankles. Due to the uneven texture of the trails, you might sprain or hurt them. After the 7-8 hours worth of hike you will finally arrive at the Base camp. You will spend the night at the camp reminiscing your memories on your journey from the summit.
Day 20: Trek back to Phu village [4580m/15022ft] 5-6 hours
After your astonishing achievement at the summit, you will make a relaxed start from the base camp. After clean up, you will enjoy breakfast and prepare for the journey ahead. You will retrace your steps back to Phu village. The 5-6 hours descend is moderate, but you must take care of your ankles and knees along the way. Upon your arrival at the Phu village 4580m, you will enjoy the exploration of the streets in the village. You will stay for the night at a guest house in the magical village.
Day 21: Trek from Phu to Meta [3560m/11676ft] 5-6 hours
Today, we shall leave Phu village behind and follow the trail back to the suspension bridge. The trek ahead leads to a series of chorten which then descends towards Kyang. The trail passes an eroded moraine before the crossing over Mruju Khola. We retrace our 5-6 hours trek with stunning views of the Lamjung Hima 5587m. Our day ends at after arriving at the settlement of Meta. You will spend the night at a guest house in Meta 3560m.
Day 22: Trek from Meta to Koto [2600m/8528ft] 6-7 hours
Our journey proceeds on the same trail as you descents to the bottom of the valley. The trail ahead passes through stone huts of Singenge towards a dense forest. The walk ahead leads you to a slight descend to a suspension over Seti Khola. You will cross the stunning suspension bridger before a short ascend to Koto village. The trek lasts for around 6-7 hours. Upon your arrival at Koto 2600m, you will spend the night at a guest house.
Day 23: Trek from Koto to Dharapani 1960m 5-6 hours
Early this morning, we shall enjoy a splendid breakfast at the guest house. Afterward, we will pack our belongings and leave koto behind. The trail is steep ahead as we approach the village of Thanchok. From here on, you will make a short descend before the arrival at Timang. As there is plenty of tea house at Timang. You can catch a break at the tea houses and capture magnificent views of Lamjung Himal. After the quick, you will make your way through the pine forest towards Bagarchha village. The 5-6 hours trek comes to an end at Dharapani 1960m. We stay here for the night at a guest house.
Day 24: Trek from Dharapani to Chamje 1410m 4-5 hours
After a quick breakfast, you will leave the tea house at Dharapani. Further on the trek, you will hike alongside the areas affected by landslides. The hike then starts to make a steep descent towards a suspension bridge over the Marsyangdi River. Further, the trail gradually ascends towards Tal village. Eventually, as you pass through a narrow valley. You will arrive at the village settlement in Satalle. Today, it’s a moderate 4-5 hours of hike to chamje 1410m. Upon your arrival at the village, you will celebrate the expedition with your team members. You will stay for the night at a guest house.
Day 25: Drive back to Kathmandu from Chamje 7-8 hours
Early in the morning, you will pack your belongings in the guest house you are staying in. After a delicate breakfast, you will bid farewell to chamje and drive back to Kathmandu. On your way back, you will enjoy a lot of scenic landscapes and terraced farmlands. The ride offers splendid views of Manaslu, Annapurna, and Ganesh Himal mountain ranges. As you make your way back, you can even enjoy the daily lifestyle of the people in the countryside. After the 7-8 hours worth of driving, you arrive at Kathmandu 1345m. Shortly after, our guide will escort you to your respective Hotel.
Day 26: Leisure day in Kathmandu
Upon your arrival in Kathmandu, you surely would like to spend your time around the world heritage sites. Our guide will escort you to the several sites which you could not visit at the beginning of the expedition. Later the following evening, you will enjoy the serene atmosphere of Thamel’s nightlife. You can even buy items in the shops at Thamel as a souvenir for your relatives back home. Further, you will celebrate the success of the expedition with a splendid dinner back in the Hotel.
Day 27: International Departure as per flight schedule
Today, you will bid farewell to the expedition team at the Hotel. Our HWA representatives will guide you through the check-out procedure at the front desk. After he/she ensures the escort of your luggage to the private vehicle. The representative will drop you at the Tribhuvan International Airport according to the flight schedule. He/she will bid you farewell and wish you a safe flight ahead.
