Namun-La High Pass and Dudh Pokhari (Marsyangdi Valley) Camping Trek, 18 Days
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Namun-La High Pass and Dudh Pokhari (Marsyangdi Valley) Camping Trek, 18 Days

Days: 18 / Difficulty: 4 of 5 (Strenuous)

Introduction to Namun-La High Pass and Dudh pokhari Trek
This newly and virgin high pass and adventurous camping trek is recently opened in Annapurna Region of Nepal Himalays. This hish pass is situated on the elevation of 5560m high above the sea level. It can be defined as adventure trek of Annapurna region, which has one high difficult pass. But it is very exciting and the challenging Trekking. You must pass the Namun La Banjyang with full of excitement and loads of fun. You can see the nice scenery of Annapurna, Manaslu and Lamjung ranges and other popular mountain scenery in this area. Legend has it that some three thousand years ago the Tamu community now Gurung community of Nepal entered this area from Tibet via Namun Bhanjang Pass and made their settlement here. Therefore this place is also known as Tamuwan. The Tamu community had their own King in the olden days; you can see remains of their Palace till now. The sacred lake is important for religious, tourism and environmental point of view. The area is rich in bio-diversity as it is a home to different species of flora and fauna. Thorju which is the base camp of Dudhpokhari and Namun La Pass (5560 meters) is the center point of Lamjung, Manang and Kaski Districts and is claimed to be around 4,500 meters from sea level. The Namun La Pass also known as Namun Bhanjyang or Namun La Bhanjyang has been an attraction point due to its height.
 


Facts of the Trip

Trek Region
Annapurna Region
Type of Trek
Camping Trek
Duration
18 Days
Highest Elevation
5560 m
Grade
Moderate to Strenuous
Meals
Full board during the camping trek
Accomodations
3*Hotel in Kathmandu and tended camping during the trek
Best Season
Autumn (Sep-Oct-Nov) & Spring (March-April-May) 
Transportation by
Private Vehicle

# Option 1
Itinerary in detail
Day 1:Arrival in Kathmandu
Arrival in Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport and you will be met at the airport by our representative who will be waiting with a Swiss Family Treks sign outside the terminal and transfer to Hotel by private car. Welcome drink and after you settle into the hotel there will be a group briefing with your tour leader. He will discuss the trek details and co-ordinate any last minute arrangements. Stay overnight at Hotel.

Day 2: Full Day Guided Sightseeing Tour in Kathmandu Valley by private van.
After brekafast in the hotel, Drive to Swayambhunath Stupa which is very close form the centre of Kathmandu. It takes some minutes to be there. This Temple is also known as Monkey Temple which is considered to be self made Stupa. Then visit to Boudhanath Stupa: the biggest stupa in Nepal and one of the bigger stupa in the world. You can basically experience Tibetan Buddhism, culture and way of life in Boudhanath Area. Boudhanath area is the authentic place to buy Tibetan stuffs. Again you will be visit Pashupatinath Temple and it is one of the most sacred temples in the entire Hindu world. It is a sacred place where Hindus come to die and to be cremated. The temple of Pashupatinath is a large double roofed, gilt pagoda, decorated with brass, the gateway is plated with silver. There are images of Shiva along with other statues, shrines and temples dedicated to other deities in the complex. A circuit of the Pashupati area takes visitors past a sixth-century statue of the Buddha, an eight-century statue of Brahma the creator and numerous other temples. There are rows of Shiva shrines and Hindu pilgrims from all over south Asia offering ceremonies to worship Shiva, the Lord of Destruction. Stay overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu.


Day 3: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara with A/C Tourist Bus. Overnight in Hotel.

Day 4: Drive from Pokhara to Bijayapur Khola by car and trek to Kalikasthan. Overnight at tented camp.

Day 5: Trek from Kalikasthan to Lamachaur. Overnight at tented camp.

Day 6: Trek from Lamachaur to Siklish. Overnight at tented camp.

Day 7: Trek from Siklish to Tasa. Overnight at tented camp.

Day 8: Trek from Tasa to Dharmashala. Overnight at tented camp.

Day 9: Explore around Dharmashala. Overnight at tented camp.

Day 10: Trek from Dharmashala to Boksi Tal. Overnight at tented camp.

Day 11: Trek from Boksi Tal to Namun-La Base Camp. Overnight at tented camp.

Day 12: Trek from Namun-La Base Camp to Phedi via Namun-La Pass. Overnight at tented camp.

Day 13: Trek from Phedi to Bagarchhap. Overnight at tented camp.

Day 14: Trek from Bagarchhap to Chyamje. Overnight at tented camp.

Day 15: Trek from Chyamje to Bhulbule. Overnight at tented camp.

Day 16: Drive from Bhulbhule to Kathmandu with tourist bus and transfer to Hotel.

Day 17:Full Day Guided Sightseeing Tour in Bhaktapur and Patan Durbar square by private van

After breakfast, we are going to visit two historical monuments which represent early and late medieval history, architecture, culture and religion. Bhaktapur Durbar square is an ancient newari city, 13 kilometers far from Kathmandu stores numbers of Hindu temples, 55 windowed medieval durbar and offers you various examples of metal smith and wooden craft along with the opportunity of exploring traditional pottery work to the another corner. Patan durbar square is equally important which represents late medieval history, Culture and architecture. Stay overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 18: Final Departure from Kathmandu
Your trip will come to an end today after breakfast. Your leader will be on hand to advise and assist with your onward travel arrangements and transfer to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport by our private van around 3 hours before your flight schedule and flight back to your home/other travel destination.

# Option 2
Itinerary in details

Day 1:Arrival in Kathmandu
Arrival in Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport and you will be met at the airport by our representative who will be waiting with a Swiss Family Treks sign outside the terminal and transfer to Hotel by private car. Welcome drink and after you settle into the hotel there will be a group briefing with your tour leader. He will discuss the trek details and co-ordinate any last minute arrangements. Stay overnight at Hotel.

Day 2: Full Day Guided Sightseeing Tour in Kathmandu Valley by private van.
After brekafast in the hotel, Drive to Swayambhunath Stupa which is very close form the centre of Kathmandu. It takes some minutes to be there. This Temple is also known as Monkey Temple which is considered to be self made Stupa. Then visit to Boudhanath Stupa: the biggest stupa in Nepal and one of the bigger stupa in the world. You can basically experience Tibetan Buddhism, culture and way of life in Boudhanath Area. Boudhanath area is the authentic place to buy Tibetan stuffs. Again you will be visit Pashupatinath Temple and it is one of the most sacred temples in the entire Hindu world. It is a sacred place where Hindus come to die and to be cremated. The temple of Pashupatinath is a large double roofed, gilt pagoda, decorated with brass, the gateway is plated with silver. There are images of Shiva along with other statues, shrines and temples dedicated to other deities in the complex. A circuit of the Pashupati area takes visitors past a sixth-century statue of the Buddha, an eight-century statue of Brahma the creator and numerous other temples. There are rows of Shiva shrines and Hindu pilgrims from all over south Asia offering ceremonies to worship Shiva, the Lord of Destruction. Stay overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu.


Day 3: Drive from Kathmandu to Khudi with tourist bus. Overnight at tented camp.

Day 4: Trek from Khudi to Ghalegaon 2016m. Overnight at tented camp.

Day 5: Exploring the Ghalegaon and Ghanpokhara Village. Overnight at tented camp.

Day 6: Trek from Ghalegaon to Rabrachu 3100m (6 hours). Overnight at tented camp.

Day 7: Trek from Rabrachu to Thorju 4500m (7 hours). Overnight at tented camp.

Day 8: Rest day and many scenes opening ceremony of Dudh Pokhari. Overnight at tented camp.

Day 9: Excursion to Dudh Pokhari 5300m (4 hours) and back to Thorju. Overnight at tented camp.

Day 10: Trek from Thorju to Dafe Kharka 4000m (6 hours) via Namun-La Pass 5560m. Overnight at tented camp.

Day 11: Trek from Dafe Kharka to Timang Besi. Overnight at tented camp.

Day 12: Trek from Timang Besi to Dharapani. Overnight at tented camp.

Day 13: Trek from Dharapani to Jagat. Overnight at tented camp.

Day 14: Trek from Jagat to Ngadi. Overnight at tented camp.

Day 15: Trek from Ngadi to Besisahar. Overnight at tented camp.

Day 16: Drive from Besisahar to Kathmandu by tourist  bus and transfer to Hotel.

Day 17:Full Day Guided Sightseeing Tour in Bhaktapur and Patan Durbar square by private van

After breakfast, we are going to visit two historical monuments which represent early and late medieval history, architecture, culture and religion. Bhaktapur Durbar square is an ancient newari city, 13 kilometers far from Kathmandu stores numbers of Hindu temples, 55 windowed medieval durbar and offers you various examples of metal smith and wooden craft along with the opportunity of exploring traditional pottery work to the another corner. Patan durbar square is equally important which represents late medieval history, Culture and architecture. Stay overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 18: Final Departure from Kathmandu
Your trip will come to an end today after breakfast. Your leader will be on hand to advise and assist with your onward travel arrangements and transfer to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport by our private van around 3 hours before your flight schedule and flight back to your home/other travel destination.

Join with us Namun-La High Pass and Dudh Pokhari (Marsyangdi Valley) Camping Trek in 2023/2024

Customize Your Trek: This is a general itinerary, which can always individually be “tailormade”. The trek package can be redesigned or redeveloped as per your taste, For more information please e-mail us at snftnepal@yahoo.de

Note: In case of emergency during the trip, Helicopter will be arranged by Swiss  Family Treks  & Expedition GmbH. The charges must be paid by the clients themselves.

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Trip is available
* Dates can be flexible, please contact us for individual dates.

Our Trek Package Cost Includes:
* Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & transfer by car / Van.
* 5 nights accommodation with breakfast at 3*** hotel in Kathmandu and Standard hotel inPokhara.
* Kathmandu city tour as per the above itinerary.
* Meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) with Tea & coffee and hot/cold filter water during the trek.
* Tented Camp accommodation during the trek.
* 1 experienced, helpful and friendly guide, porters (1 porter for 2 persons) if necessary, their food &
    accommodation, salary, equipments and insurance.
*  All Camping Equipments (Tent, mattress, dining tent, kitchen tent, toilet tent, kitchen utensils etc.)
* All transportation by private car/tourist bus.
* Annapurna conservation permit and all necessary permits.
* Office Service charge.
* All government tax.



Our Tour Package Cost doesn't include;
* Any meals ( Lunch and Dinner) in Kathmandu and Pokhara other than breakfast.
* Travel insurance (if you want us to arrange your travel insurance, we would  greatly be happy to assist).
* International air fare to and from Nepal.
* Nepal Tourist Visa fee.
* Items and expenses of personal nature.
* Any kind of alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry, phone call, internet.
* Personal Trekking Equipments like sleeping bags, jackets (can all be hired in KTM)
* Emergency Evacuation (Helicopter Rescue).
* Any costs which arise due to a change of the itinerary, because of landslides, political disturbance, and strikes etc.
* Any other costs whatsoever, that is not mentioned in the cost included.
* Horse renting and additional porters due to natural calamities during the trek.
* Tips for guide, porters, driver...

                                  Tipping is expected but it is not mandatory.
 


Namun-La High Pass and Dudh Pokhari (Marsyangdi Valley) Camping Trek, 18 Days


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