Duration
16 Days
DIFFICULTY
Moderate
GROUP SIZE
1 - 12
MAX. ALTITUDE
4,100m
Best Season
March-May and September-December
Accomodation
Tented camp
Meals
Breakfast Lunch & Dinner
Walking per day
6-7 Days
Overview
Panch Pokhari trekking is in a less-touristic area in Nepal. A very few tourists trek in this trail. Panch Pokhari trekking lies to the north-east direction of the Kathmandu valley. ‘Panch’ means five and ‘Pokhari’ means the pond. In English, Panch Pokhari can be called as ‘Five Ponds’ which are the sacred ponds. These ponds lie at the height of 4,100m from the sea level.
During one of the major festival ‘Janai Purnima’ in July or August, many Hindu and Buddhist pilgrims visit Panch Pokhari. Janai Purnima is the festival in which Hindu Nepali people change the sacred thread. As these ponds are holy, people come to change their sacred thread or wear the thread for the first time. The sacred thread worn in this day remains with the people the whole year. People take a holy dip in the ponds before wearing the sacred thread.
The view of the snowcapped mountains or Himalayas like DorjeeLhakpa (6,966m), Jugal Himal, Gauri Shankar Himal and Phurbi Chhyachu Himal (6,637m) is the main attraction of this trekking. The beauty of nature and the culture of the local people are amazing in Panch Pokhari trek.
Panch Pokhari trekking starts from Chautara in Sindhupalchwok district which is about five hours drive from Kathmandu. Tourists can explore unique environment and rich bio-diversity in Panch Pokhari trekking. It is an easy trekking with a 15-day package. Therefore, trekkers do not need more trekking practice.
Panch Pokhari trekking can be made throughout the year.
Itinerary
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Day 1 :
Arrival at the Kathmandu airport and picked up by office representative and brought to the hotel
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Day 2 :
Briefing about the Panch Pokhari trekking and trekking preparation
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Day 3 :
Drive from Kathmandu to Choutara (1,200m) in a private coach
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Day 4 :
Trek from Chautara to Phurse (2,045m)
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Day 5 :
Trek from Phurse to Kami Kharka (2,845m)
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Day 6 :
Trek from Kami Kharka to Pauwa Bas (3,000m)
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Day 7 :
Trek from Pauwa Bas to Hille Bhanjyang (3,400m)
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Day 8 :
Trek from Hille Bhanjyang to Nasim Pati (3,700m)
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Day 9 :
Trek from Nasim Pati to Panch Pokhari (4,100m)
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Day 10 :
Trek back from Panch Pokhari to Nasim Pati (3,700m)
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Day 11 :
Trek from Nasim Pati to Dukhang (2,100m)
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Day 12 :
Trek from Dukhang to Dhap (1,200m)
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Day 13 :
Trek from Dhap to Melamchi Bazaar (800m)
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Day 14 :
Drive from Melamchi Bazaar to Kathmandu
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Day 15 :
Full day sightseeing in Kathmandu valley in a private coach with our experience tour guide. Souvenir shopping can be made upon the request of tourists. Farewell dinner with Nepali cultural music and dance
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Day 16 :
Drive to international airport and fly back to selected destination
Oxygen Level
From: $1,360
Cost Includes
- Pick up and drop transport as mentioned in the itinerary
- Accommodation and three meals per day in Kathmandu and during the trekking
- Trekking guide and porters (Cook and sardar in the case of camping trek)
- National parks’ fees and government royalties
- Domestic air ticket and airport tax for tourists and guides as mentioned in the itinerary
- Insurance of our trekking staff members
- Sightseeing in Kathmandu valley or other parts of Nepal as mentioned in the itinerary
Cost Excludes
- International air ticket, airport tax and Nepal visa fees
- All kinds of drink during trekking and travel stay with us
- Travel insurance and cost of medical services of tourists
- All kinds of cloth and personal trekking equipment
- Other personal expenses and tips
- Charted helicopter, plane and other transports in case of emergency
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Gear List
- Backpack (50 liters) with outside pockets to keep smaller items
- Trekking boots, well broken in and waterproofed. Gaiters to keep snow out of boots
- Woolen sweaters and down jacket, gloves, wind proof outer garments, pants jacket, skirts, T-shirts, shirts, baggy pants and underwear
- Several pairs of woolen and few pairs of nylon socks. A pair of sandals
- Sleeping bag adequate for temperatures encountered
- Hat with wide brim and sun lotion cream
- One liter water bottle and some food for contingencies
- Repair and medical kit
- Head lamp with spare lithium batteries and bulbs
- Handkerchief and toiletries
- Verified phone number of your Embassy, consulate ,trekking agency and private phone number of your director
- Pen, pencils and letterhead to write an emergency message
- Pocket knife with opener and scissors
- Sunglasses with spare eyeglasses or contact lenses if you wear them
- Umbrella and rain coat
- Camera
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Important Information Before Your Trip to Nepal
Payment: Down payment: 15% of total payment is required to confirm the reservation.
Payment of the Balance: Rest amount can be paid in our office after your arrival.
Arrival Point: You will be met at the Kathmandu international airport. Our office representative will be waiting for you holding play card of the Nepal Mountain Lovers Treks and Expedition. In case of your change plan, please let us inform.
Booking Air Ticket: If you don’t have regular travel agent, please visit makemytrip.com, www.kayak.com, www.vayama.com. They offer you very good price.
Room System: Normally we have two people in a room. Twin bed or single bed depends on the choice of guests and budget. If tourists want single room, s/he should pay single supplementary.
Trekking Leading Person: Our trekking guide will lead the whole trip with his/her helpers and porters.
Currencies: USD, AUD, EURO are major acceptable currencies in Nepal and visa and credit cards also accepted. There is ATM facility in city area.
Altitude Sickness: Altitude sickness will start from 3000 meter height. Trekkers should immediately inform trekking guide if faced any problems.
Drinking Water: We can get mineral water and boiled water in city area and in some trekking places. We use water purification tablet or liquid in some remote trekking sites.
Laundry Facility: Laundry facility are available in city area but not during the trekking.
Visa: You can get arrival visa at Kathmandu airport that cost 25 USD for 15 days and 40 USD for 30 days. Please bring 2 passport size photos. You can get your visa from the closest Nepali embassy.
Orientation Program: Before starting trekking, trekkers are provided with an orientation by our office representative or trekking guide about the necessary trekking information.
Group Size: There will be maximum 12 persons in one group.
Accommodation: You will stay in a nice tourist standard hotel/resort in city areas. Normal hotels or tents are available during the trekking.
Foods: We provide breakfast, lunch, dinner. Tourists can get continental food both in city and trekking places. Food during the trekking might not meet the standard of your country.
View of Mount Everest: Trekkers to Everest region will of course see the Mount Everest. For trekkers visiting other regions where they cannot view Mount Everest, there are daily mountain flights which approach close to Mount Everest.
Travel Insurance: It is compulsory to have travel insurance.
Personal Expenses: It depends on your spending interest and shopping. There are some expensive handmade carpets, Thanka paintings, jewelries and handicrafts to purchase in Nepal.
Luggage: We take only about 10kg per person in trekking. Your excess baggage will be stored in a hotel.
Tips: Tips are highly accepted and appreciated.
Rules and Regulation
Nepal Mountain Lovers Treks and Expedition accepts your reservation under the following rules and regulations.
1. If the balance payment is not paid before your departure for trekking, the booking will be cancelled without any refund.
2. If there is war or the situation of the country is out of control and the country faces emergency situation before your arrival to Nepal, we inform you not to come Nepal and refund your payment. But in case of any emergency situation or war after your arrival or during the trekking, we will not refund your money. But we will try our best to make your trip successful and pleasant. In such situation, we may need to change the trip plan and itinerary.
3. In case of increase in government royalty and other costs such as the national park fee, you have to pay extra money.
4. If you commit any illegal act or disturbance for the safety and welfare of the group, our leader or guide can ask to leave the group without any right to refund.
5. If you have any complain with regards to trekking and tour please inform our tour leader or company. All kinds of valid complain are welcomed and processed with necessary actions.
6.You are responsible to ensure that all travel documents are with you during the entire trip.
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