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Arun Valley Trekking
Trip Facts
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Trip Code AN-M056
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Trip Length 13 Days
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Route Difficulty Level C
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Group Size Min 1 to 12
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Min Altitude 260m/853ft
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Max Altitude 3929m/12890ft
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Route Style Teahouse and Homestay
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Mode Fly In Fly Out
About Trip
Arun Valley Trekking is one of the remote treks in the eastern part of the country located in between giant Mount Makalu (8463m) and Kanchenjunga (8586m). Arun Valley — situated at (m) above sea level — is the deepest hidden valley of Nepal which is not very familiar with adventure lovers but for culture hunters as the route is decorated with both diverse natural and cultural riches.
Arun River is largest trans-Himalayan rivers originated from Tibet (at an elevation of 3500m) and contribute nearly thirty-seven percent to Sapta Koshi River. Arun valley is one of the non-touristic trekking destination offering superb mountain views, mixed forest types and endangered species of floras & faunas.
Arun Valley Trek is specially designed for those travelers who wanted to explore the typical lifestyle of general people living on Makalu region along with its diverse landscapes and Himalayas sight. It is one of the cultural trekking route supplying awesome insights about the social-economic aspects of the remote lifestyle of people.
Being low elevation trek with less technical difficulties, one can trek to Arun Valley with basic or no experience. We make a small circuit around the valley exploring its divergent biodiversity and wonderful 8000’s high mountains.
Trekking to Arun Valley starts with a scenic flight from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar followed by walk passing small authentic villages where people welcome you a bright smile in their face and allows you to enjoy their hospitality. The trek continues through varied vegetation and walks through beautiful villages, mountain passes to join the route of Everest Base Camp Trekking on the way to our ending point of Phaplu airport. Our journey to Arun Valley ends with a flight from Phaplu to Kathmandu.
Highlights
- Nepal deepest Arun Valley and Arun river
- Nontouristic cultural destination
- Mixed tribal groups and distinct lifestyle
- Diverse landscape beauty
- Variety of endangered floras and faunas
- Buddhist Gompa and monasteries
- Picturesque villages and hidden valley
- Scenic countryside off road drive
- Adventurous passes on the trails
- Awesome views of Mt. Makalu (8463m) and Mt. Kanchenjunga (8586m)
Outline Itinerary
- Day 01:Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel
- Day 02:Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing and Preparation Day for Trekking
- Day 03:Flight from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar (860m) and trek to Chewabesi (260m / 853 ft)
- Day 04:Trek from Chewabesi to Ghothey Bazaar (750m / 2460 ft)
- Day 05:Trek from Gothey Bazaar to Salpha Phedi (1680m / 5511 ft)
- Day 06:Trek from Salpha Phedi to Guranse Bhanjyang (2920m/ 9580 ft)
- Day 07:Cross Salpha Bhanjyang and trek to Sanam (2850m / 9350 ft)
- Day 08:Trek from Sanam to Bung (1677m / 5501 ft)
- Day 09:Trek from Bung to Najingdingma (2650m / 8694 ft)
- Day 10:Trek from Najingdingma to Panggom (2850m / 9350 ft)
- Day 11:Trek from Panggom to Nunthala (2194m / 7198 ft)
- Day 12:Cross Taksindo La (3870m) and trek to Phaplu (2469m / 8100 ft)
- Day 13:Flight from Phaplu to Kathmandu
- Day 14:Final Departure | Rest Day at Kathmandu Valley | Other Travel Plan
Included in the Cost
- Airport Transfer
- Arrival Pick Up: Welcomed by our representative on arrival at Kathmandu Airport and transfer to the accommodation facility accordingly.
- Departure See Off: We shall arrange your final departure towards International Airport on private vehicle hoping to see you someday in arrival section again.
- Trip Accommodation
- Standard Hotel in Kathmandu for 3 nights (Twin Shared Basis)
- Best Suited Local Teahouse and Dorm Shelter during trekking
- Trip Meals and Drinks
- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner with seasonal fruits during trekking
- Breakfast and Dinner in Kathmandu Valley
- Trekking Crew and Staffs
- Experienced and Well Trained Government License Holder Trekking Guide
- Supportive Assistant Guide based on the group size
- Carrying Staffs to support the luggage of trekkers. They are strong to carry for two trekkers’ luggages, which is best-minimized upto 20 kg in total.
- All Nepalese Crew members’ salary, food, flight, accommodation and most importantly, insurance of each are already covered.
- Transportation/ Flight
- Private Vehicle are used for airport transfers
- Domestic Flight from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar with airport taxes
- Domestic Flight from Phaplu to Kathmandu with airport taxes
- Local available bus and jeep are used for trekking transfers
- Permit and Paperworks’
- Necessary National Park Area Permit Fee
- Al required special permit for restrcited area trekking
- Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) Registration Card
- Packing and Equipments
- Seasonal Sleeping Bag and Down Jacket (please care to return after use)
- Trekker’s personal gears and equipments are NOT INCLUDED.
- Others
- Comprehensive First Aid Kit (bring your personal medication, if have any)
- All applicable fees, local taxes and government taxes
- Trekking Map, Trekking Certificate etc
Not Included in the Cost
- Visa and Entrance Fee
- You can also obtain Arrival Visa at Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu.
- Multiple entry visas are USD 25, USD 40 and USD 100 for 15 days, 30 days and 90 days respectively.
- Entrance Fees to Cultural and Heritage Sites during sightseeing
- Meals and Drinks
- Lunch in Kathmandu
- Any Meals than mentioned in itinerary above
- Drinking Water, Soft and Hard Drinks, Tea/Coffee during trip
- Personal Expenses
- Phone Calls, Laundry, Battery Charging, Shopping, Hot Shower, Additional Carryin Staff Support etc
- Trekking gears and equipments
- Personal gears and equipments (See Trip Menu)
- You can also buy both local made and original branded gears in trekking gear stores of Kathmandu
- Travel Insurance
- No travel insurance of any kinds is included for trekkers. You should buy yourself a travel insurance that suit your adventure activities and cover possible expenses (Our Crew are Insured).
- Other Activities
- Any other excursion or adventure plan besides mentioned above is not included however; they can be arranged happily upon your interest on extra cost.
- Miscellaneous
- Tips of Gratitude for Crew Members (Expected)
- Cost arises due obstruction and delay on the programmed itinerary due weather problems, road situation. natural calamities and social & political causes (reason beyond our hands to take control)
- Any other thing besides the Service Include Section
Detail Itinerary
Day 1Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel Drive: 30-45 min | Accommodation: Hotel | Meals: Dinner
Day 2Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing and Preparation Day for TrekkingDrive: 3-4 hrs | Accommodation: Hotel | Meals: Breakfast
Day 3Flight from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar (860m) and trek to Chewabesi (260m / 853 ft)Flight: 1 hour | Walk: 3-4 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D
Day 4Trek from Chewabesi to Ghothey Bazaar (750m / 2460 ft)Walk: 5 - 6 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D
Day 5Trek from Gothey Bazaar to Salpha Phedi (1680m / 5511 ft)Walk: 5 - 6 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D
Day 6Trek from Salpha Phedi to Guranse Bhanjyang (2920m/ 9580 ft)Walk: 4 - 5 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D
Day 7Cross Salpha Bhanjyang and trek to Sanam (2850m / 9350 ft)Walk: 6 - 7 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D
Day 8Trek from Sanam to Bung (1677m / 5501 ft)Walk: 5 - 6 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D
Day 9Trek from Bung to Najingdingma (2650m / 8694 ft)Walk: 5 - 6 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D
Day 10Trek from Najingdingma to Panggom (2850m / 9350 ft)Walk: 5 - 6 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D
Day 11Trek from Panggom to Nunthala (2194m / 7198 ft)Trek from Panggom to Nunthala (2194m / 7198 ft)
Day 12Cross Taksindo La (3870m) and trek to Phaplu (2469m / 8100 ft) Walk: 7 - 8 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D
Day 13Flight from Phaplu to Kathmandu Flight: 20 minutes | Accommodation: Hotel | Meals: Breakfast
Day 14Final Departure | Rest Day at Kathmandu Valley | Other Travel Plan
Safety Concern
Your safety is our top concern while organizing outdoor and adventure plans. Our leaders and crew members are experienced professionals who will make sure that trip is safely coursed. We truly understand the essentiality of information flow and risk management to provide the best experience. Our trekking arrangement includes the proper clothing, supplies of equipment and gears, high altitude prevention measures and remedies to provide the carefree adventure in the Himalayas.
Room to Customize
Standard itinerary and route plans are typically designed considering the average level of fitness of travelers and level of altitude gain on the trek (and multiple other factors) which can be modified as per the interest, time and budget plan of travelers.
There is always a room for customization of the given standard itinerary if it does not meet your way of interest and then please pass your opinion. You may want to stay in Kathmandu by yourself or maybe do sightseeing around by yourself; we will give you more information to do it by yourself if you ask us.
We always like to hear what you have to say. We are always happy to assist your valuable travel holidays in your manner with the best information that suits your way of traveling. It is your travel plan; you can choose what you want to do, of course with a lot of information first. Feel free to submit and share your travel ideas and we shall get back to you with more thoughts in no time.
Group Size
We, ourselves feel that the group size of maximum 12 pax is an ideal size to run the trip. However, we have also arranged the plan for large students groups, employee groups and able to organize such trip for groups upon request. All of our trekking plans are accompanied by specialized local leaders, guides, porters and assistant guides (as required) who will always ensure your safety and comfort at every part of the journey.
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