This trek is to be specially done during the month of late
September and early October due to harvesting time. This area looks beautiful
as it is adorned by the rice plants. This route has the attraction of lower
altitudes and avoids the extreme elevation gains/losses common to other treks
in Nepal.
Facts of the Trek
Duration: 10 Days
Trek type: Tea House
Max Altitude: 1221 m.
Minimum Pax: 1 +
Mode of travel: Land
Grade: Moderate
ITINERARY
Day 01: Drive from Kathmandu to Zero kilo via Abukhaireni
which takes approximately five hours. Trek from Zerokilo to Simalghari (1050m.)
and it takes about three hours. You depart early morning for the five hours
drive to Zerokilo west of Kathmandu. As you climb out of the Kathmandu valley,
only to quickly descend again to the Trisuli River, you follow upstream to its
junction with the Marsyangdi River. You follow the Marsyandi gently up through
heavily terraced fields. After you reach Abukhairent, you head towards North.
After following zig zag road you reach Zerokilo. After refreshment you begin
your trek for Simalghari passing through flat land with views of beautiful
sceneries. Simalghari is village at the bank of Daraundi river. There is a
government school and old market. Next day you cross Daraundi river over
suspension to begin your journey for Palungtaar.
Day 02: Trek from Simalghari to Palungtaar (1050m.) which
takes about five hours. The path you follow is quite flat all the way to
Palungtaar. En route you cross terrace fields and can enjoy magnificent
sceneries of villages at distance. The peaks covered with snow appear at some
distance. Palungtaar is a pretty big village inhabited by Brahmins, Chhetri and
Newar. Here you feel exhilarated to see the terraces, mango garden and oranges
at some places.
Day 03: Trek from Paalungtaar to Tarkughat (1000m.) and it
takes almost six hours. This day you begin your trek following flat land
crossing a stream and few villages. On the way you come across few grazing
fields where local people bring their domestic animals. As you enter Tarkughat
, a village, you are welcome Newar, Chhetri and Brahmins. This village lies at
the bank of Marshyangdi river. You can enjoy swimming in Marshyangdi river. Now
and often you trek through motor able road in order to reach Tarkughat.
Day 04: Trek from Tarkughat to Kunchha (1221m.) which takes
about six hours. Leaving Tarkughat you start to head quite uphill until you
reach Sundarbazaar. There is an old market and you can see some villages at
some distance. Now you move through terraces and get an opportunity to enjoy at
the view of splendid snow peaks. After some time you arrive at Tuhure Pasaal.
Here you find few typical tea shops. Walking gentle uphill, you reach Kunchha.
This is a popular village of this area. The mountain visible from here is truly
excellent. As you can enjoy the views of Manaslu, Lamjung and Annapurna range.
You would not deny observing sunset from this point. People living in harmony
here belong to different communities and are farmers, government employees and
few of them have joined army.
Day 05: Trek from Kunchha to Sisaghat (870m.) and it takes
approximately seven hours. To reach Sisaghat, you climb down passing through
terraces with millet and maize growing in and around. Sisaghat is another human
settlement of this area. The main inhabitants belong to mixed community. It
lies at the bank of Madi river. You can have swum here and the scenery is
superb to see.
Day 06: Trek from Sisaghat to Karputaar (490 m.) which takes
almost seven hours. You walk along the bank of Madi river passing through
terraces. After trekking gentle uphill you reach Karputaar. En route you come
across several villages rich in their distinct culture. Karputaar is a small
village with mixed community.
Day 07: Trek from Karputaar to Syaklung (1100m.) and it
takes about six hours. This day’s is comparatively difficult as you trek
gradual uphill in the beginning and later go steep up for some hours. En route
you cross through forests covered with local vegetation. While walking, you
cross few streams. At some distance, you can see snow peaks. Syaklung is a
village dominated by Gurung, Magar and other communities of Nepal. There is an
excellent camping spot here. Moreover, you will find recently opened tea shops and
small lodges. This place grants you an opportunity to enjoy the views of
Annapurna South, Fish tail, Annapurna II, Lamjung, Mardi peak, Manaslu and
several unnamed peaks.
Day 08: Trek from Syaklung to Kalikasthan (1300m.) which
takes almost five hours. To reach Kalikasthan you trek downhill at first and
then follow ascent and descent path. The trails follow along the forested ridge
top through rough motor able road passing through Thulokot and Majhthana
(1220m.). You are accompanied by views of Machhapuchhre, Annapurna ranges,
Lamjung Himal and Manasalu. Kalikasthan is a village inhabited by Hindu people.
This village is named after goddess Kali as there is a temple with idol of Kali
at the top of the ridge. There is a well managed camping spot. Moreover, you
find small local shop with minimal supplies, typical tea shops and very small
lodges. From here you can have fun of observing sunset.
Day 09: Trek from Kalikasthan to Bijayapur khola (900m.) and
drive to Pokhara. This day you gently climb downhill to get Bijayapur Khola
passing through villages and motor able road. After lunch, you drive back to
Pokhara.
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