Nepal Trekking Area
Nepal Trekking Information
Trekking in Nepal >> Newly Opened Trekking >> Kalinchowk Trek (14 days)
From Kathmandu drive via Barabise to Kharidunga. Along the trek you will come across some villages mainly inhabited by Tamangs, Sherpas, and Brahmins. Along the trail also can be seen are a few monasteries and Temples. A good view of the Mountains and Sunkoshi river can also be had. After crossing Sherpa villages you come across a thick forest with lots Rhododendron trees. After that you reach Kalinchowk. From the highest altitude of Kalinchowk (3579meters) you could get a good view of Annapurna, Lamjung, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Shisha Panga, Langtang, Dorjee Lakpa, Jugal Himal, Amabamori, Gauri Shanker, and Namburi Himal. There is also a prominent temple of the Hindus called the Kali temple. Two natural springs originate from this area which are called Sundhara and Tama which are the main source of the very big two rivers the Sunkoshi and Tama Koshi rivers. From Kalinchowk one could get a good view of Kathmandu at night. The main flowers of Nepal Rhododendron (Laligurans) and the national bird Pheasant (Danfe) can also be seen in this area. While descending to Suspa you could get to see a very rare community in Nepal called "The Thami." The trek ends at Charikot which is also a district head quarters then drive back to Kathmandu or possible to do the Sailung Trek as same time.
This trek is unique product for cultural study and
exploring natural beauties. It has various wonder of biodiversities
and culture. Varieties of culture, unexplored inner site of local lifestyle
and religious sites, daily activities are the main attraction of this
area. So far it is completely stand as non touristy area. To trek in
this area will directly or indirectly contribute for the local as little
income.
This trek is unique product for cultural study and exploring natural
beauties. It has various wonder of biodiversities and culture. Varieties
of culture, unexplored inner site of local lifestyle and religious sites,
daily activities are the main attraction of this area. So far it is
completely stand as non touristy area. To trek in this area will directly
or indirectly contribute for the local as little income.
Highlights of trip
