Gorkha Family Trek


Descending to Macchi Khola (Photo: John Balha)

Gorkha Family Trek (11 days, 10 nights)

We used this route to begin a majority of our Manaslu Treks and because a lot of our past clients raved about this section of the trek we thought it would be a good idea to offer it to others as well.

The trek begins in Gorkha, a town west of Kathmandu, the ancestral home of the Shah kings. We trek through Brahmin villages in the low hills and ascend slowly through thick forests (mostly rhododendron and bamboos) to several Gurung villages. One night's camp is in the forests among bamboo thickets. A majority of our staff for our Gorkha treks comprise of Gurung's from the area and all very familiar with the region.

The trek is rated mildly strenuous and is moderately paced. No technical climbing is involved and you do not have to be an experienced hiker to participate. This trek is open for children 12 years or older.

 

Itinerary

Day 01 - Kathmandu

Arrive Kathmandu. Transfer to Hotel. Rest of day free. Welcome dinner at a Nepali Home. (Dinner)

Day 02 - Kathmandu

Visit Pashupatinath, Nepal's most sacred Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva, with its two-tiered golden roof and silver door. Here, you'll probably witness a Hindu cremation along the banks of the Bagmati River.

Then drive to Bhaktapur, the City of Devotees, for lunch and a tour of the royal palace square. Bhaktapur is a medieval city in the Kathmandu valley and is least disturbed by modern life. Here, you can absorb the architectural splendor of the five-storied Nyatapola temple, or the sculptural delight of the Peacock Window. (Breakfast and Lunch)

Day 03 - Kathmandu to Gorkha

Board a private bus to Gorkha (6 hours drive). Overnight Camp. (All meals)

Day 04, 05, and 06 -Trek to Darchey ridge


View from Darchey ridge (Photo: John)

Steadily ascend to Darchey ridge, trekking through Gyampesal and a couple of forest camps. Overnight Camp. (All meals)

Day 07 and 08 - Macchi Khola

Descend to Machi Khola via Laprak, a large Gurung village. Overnight Camp. (All meals)

Day 09 - Kathmandu


Trek end at Arughat. Drive to Kathmandu (5 hours). (All meals)

Day 10 - Kathmandu

Full day sightseeing in Kathmandu. Farewell dinner in the evening. (Breakfast and Dinner)

Day 11 - Final Departure

After breakfast, transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for your final departure. (Breakfast)

 

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TO BOOK THIS TRIP:

A completed reservation form must be either faxed to us or scanned and emailed as an attachment.

Email: info@crystalmountaintreks.com
Fax: 977 – 1- 4412647

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You must also send us a non-refundable deposit of $500 per person. The deposit must be wired. We will refund up to $30 to cover your wire expenses. Wire details will be provided. The balance of the amount must be paid on arrival, either in traveler’s checks or cash.

Prices are quoted in US$, GB Pound and Australian $. Despite a possibility of currency fluctuation, these prices are guaranteed! Payment is by nationality i.e., Americans pay in US$, Australians pay in Australian $ etc...

 

Trek Rating:

This trek is rated mildly strenuous and is moderately paced. The trek involves daily hiking of between 5-6 hours on average but the entire trek involves lots of up and down. Highest altitude reached is at Darchey ridge (9,000 ft.). While the trek requires good physical fitne, no technical climbing experience is required nor do you have to be a very experienced hiker.

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Crystal Mountain organizes treks and tours in Nepal, India, Bhutan and Tibet for hundreds of satisfied travelers each year. Feel free to ask us for a list of references who can tell you about their experience with us.

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