You could turn anywhere you wish, and you will find mountains there when we talk about Nepal. Similarly is the case is when you book for the Helambu Jugal Himal trek. Going through the reigns of the Langtang region, this trek provides you with challenges and experience at the same time.
The major attraction during this trek is the Jugal Himal, but more than that, the aura and beauty of the Langtang region can’t be denied. This is one of the difficult treks, mainly based on the remoteness that presents itself.
Langtang River Valley, Lauribina Pass, glacial moraines, this particular Jugal Himal trek, or Langtang Helambu trek, might be something that you have been looking for. The Trek Nepal, however, has been organizing this trek for quite some time now.
Trek Overview
The famous Langtang- Helambu and Jugal Himal trek is a picturesque delight for the trekkers. This journey meets the likes of Langtang Valley and also goes through the holy Gosaikunda Lake.
Trekkers will be able to look into the lives of the Tamang, Newar, and Sherpa communities who live in the region. Similarly, you can access this location easily from Kathmandu, which makes the journey more worthwhile.
The maximum altitude that we reach during the trek is 4610m. Therefore, this trek shouldn’t create much of an altitude sickness issue for the trekkers. Proper training and following the guidelines will make the journey much easier.
Besides the beauty of the place, the trekkers have an opportunity to witness the Hyolmo community living in the region. Hyolmo are the most native people who reside in the region.
They have been part of the Langtang region right from the start, making them key members of the region. Kyanjin Gompa is the most ancient monastery of the region, and it has massive cultural significance.
Major Highlights of Helambu Jugal Himal Trek
- Chance to witness the unique Hyolmo community
- Beautiful glacier, colorful rhododendron, and other flowers during the season
- Massive cheese factories in Kyanjin Gompa and Chandan Bari
- Be part of cultural Gosaikunda Lake and connect religiously
- Discover the uniqueness of Langtang National Park region
Where to start the Langtang Helambu Trek?
Even though the final destination is the Jugal Himal, our journey starts from Sundarijal. You will get the start journey from there, and we will be touching down on some of the most beautiful places.
From the ancient monasteries to wildlife, welcoming people, and much more, we will be touching down the places like Langtang, Helambu, Jugal, and others.
Best Time To Do Helambu Jugal Himal Trek
The first time to do the Helambu Jugal Himal trek is during the months of spring and autumn. Although The Trek Nepal can do this trek all around the year, choosing the perfect season is key.
Majorly during the spring and autumn seasons, the weather remains clear, and you can experience the mountains shining high. Not only that during the months of November, there are special festivals that take place.
Mainly in the Buddhist community, you can enjoy the Mani Rimdu festival, which adds variety to your trek. Although trekking can be done even in the months of monsoon but the routes get all slippery and patchy, making trekking very hard.
Mountains To See During the Helambu Jugal Himal Trek
As the trek itself suggests, you will see a variety of mountains during this overall journey. The trekking is placed in the Langtang mountain range, where things get pretty spicy with mountains.
Starting up, you will find Langtang Lirung at 7227m, while Dorje Lakpa also stands at 6996m. Added to that, Gangchenpo at 6387 and Shishapangma at 8027m will smile back at you.
Lastly, the Yala peak at 5520m and the Naya Kanga with 5884m are also present in this trek. The Trek Nepal assures you that the collection of mountains will make the overall trekking experience well worth it.
Culture and Wildlife During Helambu Jugal Himal Trek
Located in the Langtang region, you will find people from different communities living here. They have been surviving in the most difficult scenarios over time. The major community that resides in the Langtang region are Tamang, Sherpa, and Yolmo.
These communities are the natives of the Langtang region. You will find around 18000 people living in the area. Sherpas who have strong mountain ties are a key part of this region. Yolmo people, who are also called Hyolmo, are the oldest people living in the region.
Talking about culture, there is a major dominance of Tibetan Buddhism in the region. Meanwhile, you will also find Buddhist monasteries, chortens, mani walls, prayer flags, etc.
Similarly, the wildlife present in the region is massive. Langtang National Park is also present in the region, making a wide variety of animals and plants.
You could spot the likes of the Himalayan black bear, red pandas, snow leopards, Himalayan Tahr, langur monkeys, and the likes of 250 species of birds flying in the region.
On the fine days of autumn and spring, the maximum amount of wildlife is visible for the trekkers to enjoy. In the case of the birds category, you could find the Himalayan monal, the blood pheasant, the golden eagle, and even the lammergeier.
All of these birds play a vital role in adding to the uniqueness of the region. The Langtang municipality has done its bit in protecting all of the wildlife, which is the key. Tourists and trekkers can enjoy the variety in culture, people, animals, and plants during the Helambu Jugal Himal trek.
Permits Required For Helambu Jugal Himal Trek
As you trek in any part of Nepal, you will have to get the right permit; otherwise, you won’t be allowed to trek in the region. If you book with The Trek Nepal, we will manage all of the permits, which saves you time.
Some of the permits are available at the Nepal Tourism Board in Kathmandu, while some need to be addressed at specific locations. Having said that, the key permits required for the trek include:
- Langtang National Park Entry Permit
- Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) card
Cost of Helambu Jugal Himal Trek
The accurate cost of the Helambu Jugal Himal trek is hard to predict. It is due to the fact that the cost tends to be different based on the timings, budget, number of people, etc.
With the remoteness of the region, the cost tends to vary as well. But with The Trek Nepal, we can derive a package that fits your budget. Based on the time and money of the client, the package can be made.
All of this allows the guests to feel included in the trek. From the cost to time and other details, you can contact The Trek Nepal, and we will help you right through the whole process.
Things To Be Careful of on the Helambu Jugal Himal Trek
The Helambu-Jugal Himal trek might be a moderate trek, but you need to be very careful of what you do on the trek. There are some key factors that need to be taken into consideration before jumping into the trek.
Trekkers need to have basic trekking experience to complete this trek. Furthermore, you will need to be careful with the culture of the place. Always be respectful of the local people.
Respect their culture and tradition rather than questioning their approach. Hire a guide in the process, as he would help you with knowledge of the basic premises pretty well.
Wear respectable clothes that would be accepted in the local community. Even though trekkers will live in the tea houses, never enter the kitchen directly unless you are invited.
In order to be safe and have a wonderful experience, always listen to the guide. He has better knowledge and what to do and how to do even in the toughest of situations. In order to keep the porters and everyone happy, try and tip basic to the porters.
How Difficult Is the Helambu Jugal Himal Trek?
There have been a lot of queries at The Trek Nepal about how hard the Helambu Jugal Himal trek is. Well, it is a moderate to difficult trek based on your physical fitness and stamina.
The maximum altitude that we touch down is just beyond 4600m, but it is the issue with altitude sickness that comes along. There are some easy walking days, while some of the problems might arise with the sharp terrains, too.
Climb uphill to descend quickly, you will need to have good health and fitness. The maximum region that we touch down is Lauribina Pass, which could be a difficult one for everyone.
The chances of altitude sickness as you touch down in this region are maximum. Steep inclines, snow-covered slopes, with the uneven weather present some challenges in the pass.
But until you follow the right guidelines from The Trek Nepal, things are easier. We have completed this trek several times, so we do know how the trail and trek behave on you. We suggest you be physically and mentally prepared and trust The Trek Nepal as we take you on the journey.
Detailed Itinerary of Helambu Jugal Himal Trek
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
The first day of the Jugal Himal trek is around the time of arrival in Kathmandu. A member from The Trek Nepal will be present at the airport to receive the guests.
All the guests will be placed at your respective hotels. You will also have an opportunity to either roam the city with a guide from The Trek Nepal or sit back in your rooms. Meanwhile, there will be a welcome dinner on the first night.
Day 2: Beautiful drive to Chautara from Kathmandu
After a healthy breakfast early in the morning, we will be driving to Chautara with the drive. It will be one of the beautiful drives with scenic landscapes, greenery, hills, and open fields too.
Leaving the bustling city behind, we will be reaching Chautara by the end of the day. A rural lifestyle, along with staying in the local tea houses, will be calling for the trekkers.
Day 3: Trek from Chautara to Sermanthang
The official trek in the Jugal Himal trek will actually start on the 3rd day. Early in the morning, after breakfast, we will head towards Sermanthang now.
Lush green forest, charming villages along terraced fields will guide you right through the journey. The higher we go, will bring beautiful the views will be right along the way.
Day 4: Trek from Sermanthang to Laribinayak
The destination for the day is Laribinayak. Being at an altitude of 3250m, we will push through easily. As the altitude keeps increasing, there are uneven trails that await you.
After 7 hours of the trek, we will be reaching Laribinayak. You will be able to rest at your local tea houses. The local authentic food will be provided by the teahouse. Interested individuals can roam around the village and interact with the locals.
Day 5: Trek from Laribinayak to Jugal Himal Base Camp
It will be on the 5th day that we will reach the crux of the Jugal Himal trek. Being the D day, we will be reaching Jugal Himal Base Camp by the end of the day. Trekkers will be touching down on 4700m, which isn’t easy at all.
The route to the Jugal Himal Base Camp trek is rocky, along with uneven trails. All the trekkers need to be careful about trekking with the guide’s assistance. We will spend the night in the foothills of Jugal Himal.
Day 6: Jugal Himal Exploration and descent
As we spend the night at Jugal Himal base camp, we will have a whole day to explore the local communities. On the 6th day of the trek, we will be visiting the local villages and interacting with them.
Not only that we will also understand the local culture and tradition that exists in the place. Following that we will descend back to Laribinayak and spend the night there.
Day 7: Trek from Laribinayak to Chautara
All the trekkers will be leaving behind the Jugal Himal trek pretty quickly. Following a healthy breakfast early in the morning, we will trek to Chautara. Starting from Laribinayak, the journey will take us to Chautara.
It will be a 7-hour trek that will push through some of the beautiful forest, rhododendron fields, and much more. By evening, we will reach Chautara and stay the night.
Day 8: Drive from Chautara to Kathmandu
The early morning breakfast is a sign that we will have a drive to Kathmandu. It will be an 8-hour ride from Chautara to Kathmandu. The road is smooth, rugged, and everything in between.
Having said that, the drive will be a smooth one. By midday or late afternoon, we will be in Kathmandu. Interested individuals can roam the city, buy souvenirs etc.
Day 9: Departure for the home nation
Finally, the day has arrived when the Jugal Himal trek comes to an end. The farewell breakfast early in the morning means that we will move ahead with the departure.
A member from The Trek Nepal will guide you to the airport and place you in your respective zones. With the promise to meet again, we depart this time around.