Khayar Lake Trek

Khayar Lake Trek

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Though the trek can be done throughout the year, the spring season specially brings an unusual aroma of freshness when the valley flowers are at their full bloom.

Max. Elevation :  4827m Grade : 
Best season :  All year round Type of trek :  Tea house/Camping
Duration :  19 Days Starting point :  Pokhara
Ending point :  Kathmandu Highlights :  Nature

Hidden beyond the Annapurna massif, the base of the Khayar Lake is one of the most spectacular vantage points from where to take in the beauty of Nepal’s mid hill panorama.  Still less known and least affected by the mainstream tourism activities, the Khayar Lake Trek traverses through scenic Gurung communities and the thick rhododendron forest before finally culminating into the base of high altitude Khayar Lake (4827m).  Splendid views of Nepal’s central Himalayas (from Mt. Annapurna to Mt.  Dhaulagiri ranges) and the creeping sounds of birds keep accompanying the visitors throughout the journey.  

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Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu International Airport (1300m/4264ft) and transfer to hotel

Day 02: After breakfast we set out for an extensive guided sightseeing tour of Kathmandu valley’s cultural, historical, religious and world heritage sites. During the course, we visit the famous Pashupatinath temple of Lord Shiva situated at the holy bank of River Bagmati where we will also observe the Hindu cremation ritual. We then proceed to the Boudhanath stupa, a major pilgrimage centre for the Buddhist faith which also is the largest of its kind in the world. We then have a short break for lunch followed by a visit to Swoyambhunath stupa also known as the Monkey Temple from where we can have a bird’s eye view of whole of Kathmandu valley. Following this we then proceed for a visit to Kathmandu Durbar Square, the oldest royal palace of Kathmandu and a UNESCO world heritage site.  The whole are of Kathmandu Durbar Square is dotted with numerous fascinating Nepalese architect dating back many centuries. The site is also the home of Nepal’s living Goddess – Kumari, where we will also have the opportunity to experience firsthand this unique Nepali tradition.  In the evening we will attend the welcome dinner hosted by Makalu Adventure.

Day 03: Drive (6 hrs) or fly (35min) to Pokhara (820m).

Day 04: Pokhara- Phedi (40 mins drive) and trek to Tolka (1850m) 6 hrs
 
Day 05: Tolka - Ghandrung (2012m) 6 hrs
 
Day 06: Ghandrung - Tadapani (2665m) 3 hrs
 
Day 07: Tadapani - Dobato (3350m) 6 hrs
 
Day 08: Dobato - Chistibung (3000m) 5 hrs
 
Day 09: Chistibung - Khopra Danda (4020m) 5 hrs
 
Day 10: Khopra Danda - Khayar Base Camp (4620m) 6 hrs
 
Day 11: Khayar Base Camp - Khayar Lake (4827m) 3 hrs - Khayar Base Camp-(3 hrs)
 
Day 12: Khayar Base Camp - Khopra Danda (4020m) 5 hrs
 
Day 13: Khopra Danda - Swata (2270m) 5 hrs
 
Day 14: Swata - Ghorepani (2853m) 3½ hrs
 
Day 15: Ghorepani - Birethanti (1575m) 5 hrs
 
Day 16: Birethanti – Nayapul (1070m) 3½ hrs and drive to Pokhara.
 
Day 17:  Drive or fly to Kathmandu. Rest of the day is at leisure.

Day 18: After breakfast we will set out for a sightseeing tour of Bhaktapur and Patan and return to our hotel at late afternoon.

Day 19: Transfer from hotel to airport, fly home

Trip Cost Includes
  • All airport/hotel transfers
  • All accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara and wherever stated
  • Welcome and farewell dinner
  • All accommodation and meals during the trek
  • Domestic flights (wherever stated on the itinerary)
  • Trek leader, assistant trek leader) Sherpa porters including their salary, insurance, equipment, flight, food and lodging
  • Down jacket, sleeping bags, Trekking kit bag/duffel bag, trekking map and trekking Poles
  • All necessary paper work and permits (National park permit or entrance fees etc)
  • A comprehensive medical kit
  • All government and local taxes
Trip Cost Excludes
  • Nepal visa fee
  • Airport departure tax
  • International airfare to and from Kathmandu
  • Excess baggage charges
  • Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu and in Pokhara
  • Extra night accommodation
  • Travel and rescue insurance
  • Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, showers etc)
  • Tips for guides and porters

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