Arun Valley Trekking provides really superb views of both Mt Everest and Makalu. Arun valley trekking is really non touristy trekking trail in Nepal. Arun valley is located between the Sagarmatha (Mt. Everest) and Makalu-Barun National Parks. Arun valley trekking offers really amazing Himalayan scenery including the Mount Everest, Mt. Makalu, Mt.Baruntse, Mt.Lhotse, Mt.Nuptse, Mt. Amadablam, Mt.Thamserku etc, more than 650 species of birds and over 800 species of butterflies, shelter of the rare and endangered Panda, Orchids and other flowers along a faint jungle trail, swirl prayer flags at Shipton La etc. By walking through this picturesque Sherpa village are the attraction of the Arun valley region. Arun valley trek is blessed with an incredible diversity of natural beauty and culture. Trekking in Arun valley provides an alternative approach to the Khumbu region trekking.
Arun valley trekking requires endurance and fitness to fully appreciate the beauty of the Arun valley region. We should walk north up the Arun river to Sedua and Num, then crossing Barun La ( 4110m) for a close look at Makalu. Arun valley trek requires stamina and fitness to fully appreciate the beauty of the region which provides some outstanding mountain views. Commencing with a flight to Tumlingtar to the East of Everest, the first week is spent by trekking through virgin territory into the Solu Khumbu region before step forward on the main Everest trail to Kala Pattar for tremendous close up of the Everest, Nuptse and Lhotse along with many others before a journey back to Lukla and a flight to Kathmandu or trekkers can return Kathmandu through Solukhmbu Jiri trekking route.
Day 01: Domestic flight to Tumlingtar 45 minute( 410m) then Drive to Kartike Ghat (5,23m) 1 ½ hours overnight at Home stay
Day 02: Trek to Ghote Bazar approximately (1,225m) 5/6 hours overnight at Home stay
Day 03: Trek to Salpa Phedi approximately (1,685m) 5/6 hours overnight at Home stay.
Day 04: Trek to Guranse approximately (3,055m) 5/6 hours overnight at Home stay
Day 05: Trek via Salpa pass (3,585m) then Guidel (1,968m) 6/7 hours village overnight at Home stay
Day 06: Res at Gudel village overnight at Home stay
Day 07: Trek to Bung village (1,677m) 3/4 hours overnight at Home stay
Day 08: Khiraule Gumpa (2,693m) 4/5 hours overnight at Home stay
Day 09: Trek to Sibuje Approximately (2,886m) 6/7 hours overnight at Lodge
Day 10: Trek via to Narkung (panggom-la (3,286m), kari-la pass (3,145m) 6/7 hours overnight at Lodge
Day 11: Trek to Lukla (2,840m) 5/6 hours overnight at Lodge.
Day 12: Fly Back to Kathmandu (1,400m), direct transfer to hotel. Free day in Kathmandu, evening together farewell dinner with Typical Nepali Culture.ort and back to home.
Cost Includs:
- Makalu Barun National park Permit and TIMS (Trekkers' Information Management System) card.
- All the meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) with Lodge accommodation during the trek.
- One English speaking trekking guide.
- Guide: foods, accommodation, insurance, salary,transportation and equipment etc.
- Seasonal fresh fruit such as Pomegranate, Banana, Apple etc.
- First Aids Kid.
- Duffel Bag if require.
- 13% Government VAT and official expense.
Cost Exluds :
- International airfare and visa fees ((15 Days US$25 and 30 Days US$40).
- Hotels and meals in Kathmandu(We arrange Hotel if you ask) .
- Internal flight ( KTM- Tumlingtar / Lukla - KTM )
- Your Trekking gears.
- All the drinks like Coke, Fanta, mineral water, juice, beer etc.
- Tips for Guide and Porters.
