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BADEN POWELL SCOUT TREK -
LANGTANG
(16 days)
This is a new trekking route in the Ganesh Himal area, North of
Kathmandu.
In a bid to encourage young people from different corners of the
world tovisit Nepal for their outdoor interests, Tourism
Authorities of Nepal had beenlooking at different potentials and in
this connection, Government of Nepalrecently announced the opening
of this new trekking route, named after thefounder of International
scouts, Lord Baden Powell. The trekking route hadbeen opened for
foreigners since 2004, but had rarely been approached bytourists.
In 2007, Explore Himalaya organized the first ever expedition
alongthis trekking route, for the International scouts in order to
commemorateLord Baden Powell.
The trek starts from Syabru Besi, after a day long drive from
Kathmandu. Onthe way to Gatlang, the Goljung view point will, after
a short 3 hour walk,give you an amazing panorama of the Ganesh
Himal includingShishapangma (8013m) and Langtang Lirung (7246m).
From here, you entera quiet and unspoiled valley which will lead
you to the Jageswor Lake after a3 days hike. The steep trail goes
through a dense forest where life seems tobe suspended on time.
This region of Nepal is inhabited by the Tamangpeople and sharing a
milk tea with them is an unforgettable experience. Theascent will
eventually end up at almost 4200m and views from the southridge of
this mountain chain are truly breathtaking. For the next 2 days,
youand your Nepali team will follow the ridge to the north
direction at anaverage altitude of 4500 meters high. Views of
majestic mountain rangesremain your companion throughout this
section of the trek.
At Changan Kharka, the descent to Tatopani starts passing
through small Tamang settlements and large forest while following
the Sanjen Kholastream. The 2 day descent will lead you to Tatopani
located at 2600 metershigh. A bath in the Hot Springs is a must do
and a reward after theaccomplished wild camping trek. Day long
walks lead you to a new valleywhere you will be completely immerged
into the Tamang culture (in Thuman,Rasuwagadi and Briddim). You
will follow the Bhote Kosi River on the left sideof the valley to
the North and then come back on the opposite side on yourway back
to Syabru Besi, from where it all began.
TRIP FACTS
Trip duration: 16 DaysGrade: Moderate to fairly challenging
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Activity: Sightseeing and trekkingStarts in: KathmanduEnds in:
Kathmandu
Trek type: FOT (Fully Organized Trek or Camping
Trek)Accommodation: Hotel, camping or local family home
Transportation: Private car or tourist bus
Maximum altitude: 4500m
OUTLINE ITINERARY
Day 01 - Arrival KathmanduDay 02 - Sightseeing tour in
KathmanduDay 03 - Kathmandu to Syabru Besi [1400m]Day 04 - Syabru
Besi to Gatlang (2200m)Day 05 - Trek to Yuri Kharka (2800m)Day 06 -
Rest dayDay 07 - Trek to Jageswor (4000m)Day 08 - Trek to Rimlang
Kharka (4200m)Day 09 - Trek to Changan Kharka (4400m)Day 10 - Trek
to Tatopani (2600m)Day 11 - Trek to Thuman (2400m)Day 12 - Trek to
RasuwagadiDay 13 - Trek to BriddimDay 14 - Trek to Syabru Besi
(1400m)Day 15 - Drive to KathmanduDay 16 - Depart Kathmandu.
Contact us at [email protected] for more
information
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