The Bhairav Kunda offers breathtaking views of the Himalayan mountains, pristine alpine lakes, and the chance to immerse in local Tamang culture.
Overview
Experience 10 days trekking through untouched traditional villages to reach the holy lake Bhairav Kunda. Bhairav Kunda, one of the holiest shrines for Shamans, bears the name of Lord Shiva's destructive form.
Both Hindu and Buddhist devotees travel to this holy mountain lake at a height of 4200 meters every year around the time of the Bhadra (August) Full Moon to offer respect and bathe to wash away sins.
Journey Route to Bhairav Kunda
After 5-6 hours driving from Kathmandu, the trek starts at Jalbire. We travel through a mixture of beautiful mountain scenery and the terraced fields and characteristic houses of rural villages from different ethnic groups.
You will spend your first night experiencing the 'Newari' culture of Jalbire. Your Guide will give a short talk on trekking, altitude sickness and the highlights of the trek. These include the holy Bhairav Kunda, the incredible Himalayan scenery and the life style of nomadic people unchanged by time.
Your trail winds along an old trade route between Nepal and Tibet. through a number of unspoilt Buddhist villages, past chortens and Sherpa houses. The unusual climatic and geographical mix make this area a naturalist's dream and a mecca for those who appreciate traditional cultures.
Along the trail you will experience spectacular views of mountains in Tibet and the Jugal Himal section of the Himalayan Range, which includes the peaks of Dorje Lakpa (6966), Madiya (6257M) and Phurbi Ghhyachu (6637m).
On the final day of the tour we take a bus to Kathmandu.
Highlights
- Visit the Hindus and Buddhist holy Bhairav Kunda Lake.
- Adventurous camping trek to the untouched area of the Langtang region.
- Picturesque views of Himalayan panorama ranges
- Explore the livelihood of locals and their lifestyle.
- Taking the natural hot spring in Tatopani
Upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in medieval and modernized Kathmandu, you will be warmly received by our representative and transported to the hotel. Upon check-in and some refreshments, our senior mountain guide will give you a quick briefing on the Bhairav Kunda Trek.
In Kathmandu, you visit the most renowned and revered shrine of the country: The most highly regarded and famous Hindu stupa of Nepal, Budhanath; and in Bhaktapur, the 15th-century 55-window palace; the Soyambhunath, which is the largest Buddhist stupa of Nepal and contains Buddhist and Hindu shrine. The orientation session for the trek, which begins on the following day, will be organized in the evening. Stay overnight at the hotel with breakfast included.
We'll go to Jalbire after having breakfast. The journey from Kathmandu to Jalbire is around 5 hours. The location for panoramic mountain views is Jalbire. It is the birthplace of the Hindu temple of God Bishnu, on the banks of the Balephi River, rich in Newari culture. We set up our tents for the night, including all meals.
Our trek will begin early in the morning after breakfast. We pass a waterfall and some small villages of Tamang to Chanaute. It takes approximately four hours. The village of Chanaute is home to people from the communities of Chhetri and Brahmin. All meals are given overnight in tented camps.
Our next trip is going to Khani Gaun after breakfast. Gaon is 5-6 hours away on foot from Chanaute-Khanai. The walk is a bit more difficult and steep. We will keep up steep climbs. But we can do a nice walk all along as we can see beautiful villages and rivers. Khani Gaun is a village in Newar and the Bhaktapur indigenous people are believed to have come to save their lives during the Gorkha and Bhaktapur war.
Today after breakfast, we visit Khani village and meet the local folks and explore around. Overnight in tented camps inclusive full board meals.
We will go uphill through the Rhododendron forest after having breakfast. The walk is about 6-7 hours. This is a perfect chance for you to catch the scenery of the rhododendron forest and also see lovely birds and plenty of wilderness.
The trek today is more difficult because it takes about 4 hours to climb up. But you can enjoy the magnificient view of the pine and Rhododendron trees. We will arrive in Pati after four hours of climbing and can relax in the other houses constructed for pilgrimages in Pati. You can enjoy a magnificent view of the mountains. Tented camps and bed and breakfast are included.
Bhairav Kunda is our next destination, about 3 hours walk from Pati. Next, after about 2 hours and a half, a 1-hour walk goes uphill. Bhairav is a coveted spot for faith. This place has been visited by many people from various parts of Nepal to bathe in June / July. The pilgrims also adorn the Bhairav in the temple near the lake (the destructive form of Lord Shiva).
We need to start our trek early so that the sunrise from Bhairav Kund top can be exciting. We can also get breathtaking views of the luminous mountain ranges Langtang, Jugal Himal, Rolwaling and Tibetan. In addition, the typical village of Sherpa Gaon is located at 2500 m from the top for about 6 hours.
We need to start our trek early so that the sunrise from Bhairav Kund top can be exciting. We can also get breathtaking views of the luminous mountain ranges Langtang, Jugal Himal, Rolwaling and Tibetan. In addition, the typical village of Sherpa Gaon is located at 2500 m from the top for about 6 hours. Stay in camp tented including BLD overnight.
We eventually return to Kathmandu after completing our journey and walking for so long. The journey back to Kathmandu is approximately 6 hours and we transfer to the hotel to have a rest and refreshment. Stay at your hotel overnight, and we have dinner and breakfast with goodbye as well.
Our vehicle and escorts will be on standby to drop you to the international airport three hours before our scheduled flight back home.
Travel and Transportation Modes
On Land: Touring to and from city destinations is done on a private vehicle such as a car, jeep or microbus. Luxury tourist buses, which are only hired by the company for the most part, make the long distance travel. You will may have to take a public bus on some trip, but you do not need to worry about your protection or comfort because you ride with our guides and support staff in a group.
This Tour with HSJ
Guides and Porters
Our local Nepali team is one of the most experienced, hospitable and respected trekking outfits in Nepal. The team is fully licensed and affiliated with the Trekking Agency's Association of Nepal (TAAN), Nepal Mountaineering Association, Nepal Tourism Board, Govt. of Nepal, Sustainable Tourism Network, Himalayan Rescue Association and Kathmandu Environmental Educational Project. You will be provided with the professional and an experienced English speaking trekking guide with the good knowledge of the place and the trek. The trekking crew is skilled with the experience of over 10 years, well-trained, friendly guide and, courteous and helpful porters, assured of a wonderfully memorable experience.
For the trek, we'll have one porter for two people as per group size. The porter will carry 12-15 kg per person luggage during the trek. You need to carry your day pack to keep your personal belongings such as wallet, camera, water bottle, dry snack, headlight, gadgets, etc. The safety and concerns of our porters is our collective responsibility. We take our responsibilities towards them and their safety concerns strictly. On your part, please carry only things that are of absolute necessities.
Other Programs and complimentary services with this trip
• Welcome and Farewell dinner
• Yoga Classes
• Spa services
How do we make sure you get the best experience of this trek?
We are your completely flexible travel partner. Want to follow different route? We have you covered. Have extra time in Nepal? Excellent! We have more add-on tours like Chitwan Jungle Safari, Cable Car ride to Chandragiri hills, Cooking and Yoga classes in Kathmandu and so on. Would like to customize the trip? Well, why not? Give us your ideas and we will prepare complete itinerary for you. Do you want to use different standard of accommodations than provided in the itineraries? Of course! You absolutely can. From your arrival until you departure, your wishes are our command. Feel free to make the request.
Last minute booking
It is best to book in advance but for those who cannot, for whatever reason, make a last minute reservation special arrangement for Himalayan Social Journey. In the case of last minute reservation, 100% tour payment will be approved within 24 hours. We try to operate a trek at any time but we are not liable for the delay in case of last-minute reservation, because of uncontrolled changes such as weather and the availability of accommodation.
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Best time to do this trek
The Bhairab Kunda Trekking is best for Spring (February, March, April, May) and Spring (October, November). Spring / monsoon trekking (June, July) is affected by the rain but summer trails can be an advantage for an enthusiastic botanist. The walking trails are crowded in the spring and autumn, but the routes are not packed in moon and winter and you can really enjoy the nature.
Trekking difficulty: Moderate
The Bhairav Kunda Lake Trekking is a moderate-level trek in Nepal. It requires little or no previous experience in mountaineering. Past trekking experience will be the asset. Physical preparedness for this trek atleast 2 weeks prior to the trek would be advised. Stairs climbing, jogging, cardio exercises and squats would be best. Before you start your journey, our travel specialists will provide you with brief training to provide you with information on location and security precautions.
Please Take Notice of this being Camping Trek . Food will be prepared in a camp kitchen, while guides and porters ensure that necessary provisions are carried to prepare high-energy, nutritious and tasty food.
Phone and Internet
Since it is this a camping trek, it is unlikely that you would have access to the Wi-fi and internet connection from data pack may not be efficient unless you are in city areas or villages.
Charging of your devices
Since it is this a camping trek, it is unlikely that you would have access to the electricity to charge your most gadgets unless you are in city areas or villages. It would be advisable for you to carry a power bank.
Drinking Water on the trek
This being entirely camping trek, sufficient amount of water would be needed to carried all the way. Filling up water is quick. Taps in, out or in guesthouses mean that there are plenty of places to fill your bottles and/or your water bladders.This could be where you stay, a lunch stop, or a shared public tap used by locals whereever possible. Use an efficient sterilization method to make sure your water is safe and not contaminated in anyway.
Obtaining Permits for the trek
You will need permits and TIMS Card for this trek. Our company will arrange those for you.
Please do not forget to bring 4 passport size photos for them.
Insuring your Security
Both participants in the tour should receive health insurance covering at least medical and emergency evacuation. In emergency situations, helicopter evacuation is provided but you must ensure that the evacuation cost is covered by your insurance. Of course, you also want cover for personal losses or damages, cancelation of flight or trip, etc.
Luggage limit for the trek
Often this depends on the trek and the maximum altitude gain. Each porter carries between 15 and 30 kg on average in the mountain region for trekking. There is up to 40 kg of a camping pack. We usually assign one porter to our two trekkers. 15 kg of luggage is allowed per person on the trek. The health of our porter crew is strictly guaranteed.
List of Equipments you will need for trek
Clothing
· Trekking boots
· Short-sleeved Trekking shirts
· Trekking pants and jackets
· Thermals underwear
· Long-sleeved Trekking shirts
· Insulating down jackets
· Woolen cap
· Trekking Gloves
· Raincoats
First Aid
· Diamox tablets
· Sanitary pads / Tampons
· Anti-nausea Medicines
· Band-aids
· Mosquito and insect repellents
Toiletries
· Soap
· Toilet Paper
· Shampoo
· Sunscreen
· Moisturizer
· Hand sanitizer
Accessories
· Sunglasses
· Sleeping bag
· Cameras
· Batteries
· Water Bottle
· Solar Chargers
· Hot water Thermos
Camping Tents
Important Documents
· Passport
· Travel Permits
Best time to do this trek
The Bhairab Kunda Trekking is best for Spring (February, March, April, May) and Spring (October, November). Spring / monsoon trekking (June, July) is affected by the rain but summer trails can be an advantage for an enthusiastic botanist. The walking trails are crowded in the spring and autumn, but the routes are not packed in moon and winter and you can really enjoy the nature.
Trekking difficulty: Moderate
The Bhairav Kunda Lake Trekking is a moderate-level trek in Nepal. It requires little or no previous experience in mountaineering. Past trekking experience will be the asset. Physical preparedness for this trek atleast 2 weeks prior to the trek would be advised. Stairs climbing, jogging, cardio exercises and squats would be best. Before you start your journey, our travel specialists will provide you with brief training to provide you with information on location and security precautions.
Please Take Notice of this being Camping Trek . Food will be prepared in a camp kitchen, while guides and porters ensure that necessary provisions are carried to prepare high-energy, nutritious and tasty food.
Phone and Internet
Since it is this a camping trek, it is unlikely that you would have access to the Wi-fi and internet connection from data pack may not be efficient unless you are in city areas or villages.
Charging of your devices
Since it is this a camping trek, it is unlikely that you would have access to the electricity to charge your most gadgets unless you are in city areas or villages. It would be advisable for you to carry a power bank.
Drinking Water on the trek
This being entirely camping trek, sufficient amount of water would be needed to carried all the way. Filling up water is quick. Taps in, out or in guesthouses mean that there are plenty of places to fill your bottles and/or your water bladders.This could be where you stay, a lunch stop, or a shared public tap used by locals whereever possible. Use an efficient sterilization method to make sure your water is safe and not contaminated in anyway.
Obtaining Permits for the trek
You will need permits and TIMS Card for this trek. Our company will arrange those for you.
Please do not forget to bring 4 passport size photos for them.
Insuring your Security
Both participants in the tour should receive health insurance covering at least medical and emergency evacuation. In emergency situations, helicopter evacuation is provided but you must ensure that the evacuation cost is covered by your insurance. Of course, you also want cover for personal losses or damages, cancelation of flight or trip, etc.
Luggage limit for the trek
Often this depends on the trek and the maximum altitude gain. Each porter carries between 15 and 30 kg on average in the mountain region for trekking. There is up to 40 kg of a camping pack. We usually assign one porter to our two trekkers. 15 kg of luggage is allowed per person on the trek. The health of our porter crew is strictly guaranteed.
List of Equipments you will need for trek
Clothing
· Trekking boots
· Short-sleeved Trekking shirts
· Trekking pants and jackets
· Thermals underwear
· Long-sleeved Trekking shirts
· Insulating down jackets
· Woolen cap
· Trekking Gloves
· Raincoats
First Aid
· Diamox tablets
· Sanitary pads / Tampons
· Anti-nausea Medicines
· Band-aids
· Mosquito and insect repellents
Toiletries
· Soap
· Toilet Paper
· Shampoo
· Sunscreen
· Moisturizer
· Hand sanitizer
Accessories
· Sunglasses
· Sleeping bag
· Cameras
· Batteries
· Water Bottle
· Solar Chargers
· Hot water Thermos
Camping Tents
Important Documents
· Passport
· Travel Permits
