Putha Himachuli: 33 Days Trek Journey

Your Putha Hiunchuli trek begins once you arrive at the Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA), located in Kathmandu. At the airport, the EverNepal representative waits to welcome you when you arrive. After that, you are welcomed and transferred to your 3-star hotel for your overnight stay. Upon arriving at the hotel, you take some well-deserved rest. After that, you can explore the bustling streets of Kathmandu. In the evening, you are invited to a welcome dinner where you eat various delicious food items. After that, you go to your premium room for a comfortable sleep. 

• Max Elevation: 1400 meters (Kathmandu)

• Travel Distance: 5 to 6 kilometres

• Travel Hours: 20 to 30 minutes   

• Accommodation: 3-star Hotel

• Meals Included: Dinner

Day 2 is allocated to exploring the popular places of Kathmandu, along with trip preparation. You, along with our professional guides, go to visit the world heritage site in a private vehicle. Some of the places you explore are listed below: 

• Syambhunath stupa (The Monkey Temple): Located at the hilltop of Kathmandu, this stupa is popular for its iconic all-seeing Buddha eyes, stunning panoramic valley views, and a unique blend of Buddhist and Hindu shrines.

• Pashupatinath Temple: Situated at the bank of the Bagmati River, this temple is famous for its 5th-century pagoda-style architecture, the holy Bagmati River cremation ghats, and as the center for the Maha Shivaratri festival. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. 

• Bhaktapur Durbar Square: Located in Bhaktapur city, this durbar square is renowned for its preserved medieval Newari architecture, intricate woodcarvings, and vibrant, living cultural traditions. 

• Boudhanath Stupa: Perched in Kathmandu, this stupa is popular for being one of the largest spherical stupas in the world and the holiest Tibetan Buddhist site. This stupa features iconic "Buddha Eyes" that symbolize wisdom and compassion. 

While exploring these attractions, you can buy the gears and other essential things that are required for the Putha Hiunchuli trek journey. After that, you return to your 3-star hotel for a delicious dinner before staying overnight. 

• Max Elevation: 1440 meters (Kathmandu)

• Accommodation: 3-star hotel

• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

This day is dedicated to trip preparation. After a hearty breakfast, you check your trekking gear and consult with the guide about any missing items. If any gears and other essential items are missing, you have a whole day to buy the missing gears and other items. You can visit local shops in Kathmandu to buy or rent the equipment. After making sure that you have all the well-tested equipment, you can spend the rest of the day relaxing. At night, you receive a leisurely dinner before spending the night. 

• Max Elevation: 1440 meters (Kathmandu)
• Accommodation: 3-star hotel
• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Following a delicious breakfast, you take a scenic and smooth ride towards Pokhara. To arrive at Pokhara via the Prithivi highway, you need to cross key places such as Naubise, Malekhu, Mugling, Dumre, and Damauli. You can witness stunning views of the Trishuli and Marsyangdi rivers, terraced farming, rolling hills, small traditional villages, and bridges on the way to Pokhara. In addition, you also witness Manakamana Temple Cable Car, Bandipur Village, river gorges, and the mountain views (Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, and Lamjung Himal). After 6 hours of driving, covering a distance of 200 km, you arrive at Pokhara, where you eat a warm dinner before spending the night. 

• Max Elevation: 822 meters 

• Travel Distance: 200 kilometres

• Travel Hours: 6 hours

• Accommodation: Hotel

• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

In the morning, you receive your relaxed breakfast. After that, you continue your drive towards Darbang via Beni. You pass through Nayapul, Kushma, and Beni on your way to arrive at your day 5 destination. On the route, you witness the Myagdi River, green landscape, Magar villages, hanging bridges and views of Dhaulagiri Himal, Gurja Himal, and Churen Himal. After 6 hours, covering a distance of 110 km, you arrive at Darbang. 

Upon reaching Darbang, you take a short rest before beginning the trekking journey. After that, you trek towards Takam, covering a distance of 16 km. You trek through Sibang Village and Phaliyagaon to arrive at Takam. On the way, you observe Magar villages, historical sites, the Myagdi River, green forests, Pani Ghatta, Mt. Dhaulagiri, and Gurja Himal. After trekking for 3 hours, you arrive at Takam, where you eat a warm dinner before spending the night.

• Max Elevation: 1,665 meters 

• Travel Distance: 110 kilometres

• Travel Hours: 6 hours

• Trek distance: 16 km

• Trekking hours: 3 hours

• Accommodation: Tea house/lodge

• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

After a warm breakfast, you continue your trek towards Lamsung by ascending through rural landscapes, dense forests, terraced fields and small, unnamed settlements. You are offered beautiful views of traditional Magar and Chhetri culture, natural landscape, the daily lifestyle of locals and the mountain views such as Dhaulagiri, Annapurna and Gurja Himal. After trekking for around 18 km, covering a distance of 6 hours, you arrive at Lamsung, where you are served with a relaxed dinner before spending the night in your comfortable room. 

• Max Elevation: 2,200 meters 

• Travel Distance: 18 kilometres

• Travel Hours: 6 hours

• Accommodation: Tea house/lodge

• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Following a hearty breakfast, you continue your trekking journey towards Ghurjghat. You need to steadily ascend through rural and forested terrain in order to arrive at Ghurjghat. The pristine dense rhododendron and oak forests, diverse wildlife in Dhorpatan Hunting reserve, local culture, deep valleys, and high mountain views such as Dhaulagiri, and Churen can be seen during trekking. After trekking for around 6 hours, covering a distance of 12 km, you arrive at Ghurjghat, where you receive your delicious dinner, before spending the night in a cozy room.

• Max Elevation: 3,020 meters 

• Travel Distance: 12 kilometres

• Travel Hours: 6 hours

• Accommodation: Tea house/lodge

• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

In the early morning, you receive a warm breakfast. After that, you continue your trek towards Darsing Kharka by ascending through forested zones, remote, high-altitude alpine terrain. On the route, you are offered stunning views of lush rhododendron forest, pine forests, diverse flora and fauna, traditional Magar culture, tranquil forest trails, open grazing lands and Dhaulagiri I, Dhaulagiri II, and other peaks. While witnessing these breathtaking landscapes, you arrive at Darsing Kharka, where you eat a delicious dinner before spending the night. This day's journey takes around 7 hours to complete. 

• Max Elevation: 3,250 meters 

• Travel Hours: 7 hours

• Accommodation: Tea house/lodge

• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

After a delicious breakfast at your teahouse, you continue your trekking journey towards Budzunge Kharka. It takes around 5 hours to arrive at the Day 9 destination. You need to trek through the high-altitude trail and rugged terrain. While trekking via these routes, you witness serene alpine meadows, grazing yaks/horses, flora, and mountain views (Annapurna range and surrounding peaks). While observing these beautiful natural surroundings, you arrive at Budzunge Kharka, where you are served with a relaxed dinner before staying overnight. 

• Max Elevation: 4,800 meters 

• Travel Hours: 5 hours

• Accommodation: Camp

• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

After having a warm breakfast, you move ahead on your journey to Putha Hiunchuli Base Camp. The route passes near German Base Camp. You need to ascend through the pastures towards the higher glacial zone by crossing rugged terrain and moraines. On the way to Putha Hiunchuli Base Camp, you are offered spectacular views of deep gorges, high cliffs, glacial valleys, Tibetan culture, mani walls and prayer flags. Moreover, you also get to witness the diverse wildlife and mountains such as the Dhaulagiri Range and the Churen Himal. At night, you receive a warm dinner before staying overnight. 

• Max Elevation: 4,900 meters 

• Travel Hours: 5 hours

• Accommodation: Camp

• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

From Day 11 until Day 24, the period is designed to allow for acclimatization as well as climbing preparation and the final summit at Putha Hiunchuli. During these days, our guide and climbing professionals provide basic training regarding the use of climbing equipment such as ropes, ice axes, and crampons. This training helps you a lot while summiting Putha Hiunchuli Peak. In this 14-day schedule, you need to climb Camp 1, Camp 2, and Camp 3 before reaching the top of Hiunchuli Mountain. While climbing between these camps, you see some great views of the mountain, glaciers, snow fields, and alpine environment.

Once you have adequately adapted yourself with the environment and if the weather conditions turn favorable, you can try for a summit ascent. To reach the summit of Putha Hiunchuli mountain, you have to cover some snow slopes and glacier terrain. You have to complete this process under the guidance of your mountaineering group. During climbing, you witness fantastic views of the mountain ranges. Upon arriving here, you can take a moment to enjoy the views and capture the photos. After that, you descend back towards the Putha Hiunchuli base camp safely. Within 24 days, you retraced your steps back towards the base camp.

• Max Elevation: 7,246 meters 
• Accommodation: Camp
• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

This is the day when you join us in cleaning and reviving the area of the base camp after enjoying a nice breakfast. We start by collecting non-biodegradable items such as food packages, gear, or other waste materials that were left behind on the expedition. This contributes towards sustainable tourism and maintaining the pristine nature of the mountains. Once we complete the cleanup, you can rest at the base camp for the rest of the day by reflecting on your successful summit experience. At night, you receive a delicious dinner before spending the night. 

• Max Elevation: 7,246 meters 

• Accommodation: Camp

• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

From this day, your return journey begins. Following a warm breakfast, you descend towards Budzunge Kharka through rocky terrain and alpine meadows. You return via the same route that was used for the ascent towards the base camp. While descending, you witness vast yak pastures, arid terrain, high alpine vegetation, river gorges, valleys and Dhaulagiri range views. If you get lucky, then you also get the chance to witness Himalayan wildlife like blue sheep on the way. After trekking for around 4 hours, you arrive at Budzunge Kharka, where you eat a relaxed dinner before staying overnight. 

• Max Elevation: 4,500 meters 

• Travel Hours: 4 hours

• Accommodation: Camp

• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

In the early morning, you receive a hearty breakfast. After that, you continue your descent towards Ghurjghat. To arrive at the day 27 destination, you trek through the high-altitude, mountainous terrain of western Nepal. On the way, you see lush forest for rhododendron and oak, local culture, daily lifestyle, flora, fauna and Mt Kanchenjunga and Jannu peaks. While witnessing these views, you arrive at Ghurjghat, where you eat a warm dinner before spending the night. The whole journey of day 27 takes 6 hours to complete. 

• Max Elevation: 3,020 meters 

• Travel Hours: 4 hours

• Accommodation: Teahouse /Lodge

• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Following a leisurely breakfast, you continue your trek towards Takum. You need to descend for around 4 hours through the local villages and forest trails in order to arrive at day 29 destination. While descending through this route, you are offered a view of local farming lifestyles and the mountains of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna. In spring, you can also see the If trekking in spring, rhododendron forests and wildflowers in bloom. After a 12 km trek, you arrive at Takum, where you eat a relaxed dinner before spending the night. 

• Max Elevation: 1,629 meters 

• Travel Distance: 12 kilometres

• Travel Hours: 4 hours

• Accommodation: Teahouse /Lodge

• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

In the morning, you are provided with a hearty breakfast. After that, you descend towards Darbang by crossing several rural villages like Dharapani. While trekking, you witness Gurung and Magar villages, cultivated terraces, high suspension bridges, green hills and the daily activities of locals. After trekking for around 6 hours, covering a distance of 12 km, you arrive at Darbang. 

Upon reaching here, you take a short rest. After that, you have a scenic drive for around 3 hours to reach Beni. You need to cross through villages, which offer beautiful views of green hills and agricultural farms. While having a smooth, scenic drive, you observe beautiful views of Myagdi Khola, traditional Magar villages, terraced farmlands, culture, Dhaulagiri massif and other grand peaks. After a scenic drive for around 3 hours, covering a distance of 24 km, you arrive at Beni, where you eat a delicious dinner before staying overnight. 

• Max Elevation: 1,130 meters 

• Trek Distance: 12 kilometres

• Trekking Hours: 6 hours

• Drive Distance: 24 km

• Driving Hours: 3 hours 

• Accommodation: Teahouse /Lodge

• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Following a warm breakfast, you take a seat in your private vehicle and head towards Kathmandu. While returning via these routes, you witness the Kali Gandaki River, terraced farms, the Trishuli River, rugged terrains, rocky hills, and mountain views (Dhaulagiri, Annapurna I, Machhapuchhre, and Manaslu). After a scenic drive for around 8 hours, covering a distance of 291 km, you arrive at Kathmandu, where you eat a relaxed dinner before spending the night in a premium room. 

• Max Elevation: 1,400 meters 

• Travel Distance: 291 kilometres

• Travel Hours: 8 hours

• Accommodation: 3-star hotel

• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

After a long day of trekking and driving journey, you can finally take a well-deserved rest for the full day. In the morning, you receive your delicious breakfast. Then, you can further rest, or you can choose to explore the nearby places, visit local markets, or enjoy some good food and cafés. This is also a great time to do some last-minute shopping for souvenirs or simply unwind and reflect on your adventure. In the evening, you can take a leisurely walk around the city or spend time with your team by sharing some great memories about this journey. At night, you enjoy your final relaxed dinner of the journey. After that, you sleep. 

• Max Elevation: 1,400 meters 

• Accommodation: 3-star hotel

• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 33 marks the concluding day of the Putha Hiunchuli trek journey. Following a hearty breakfast, you pack your belongings and prepare for the final departure. After that, our driver come to pick you from the hotel to transfer to the TIA. There, our team assists you with the boarding formalities. After that, you take your flight and return to your home country. Our team bids you farewell and wishes you a safe and pleasant journey ahead.

• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner