Max. Altitude
4630m
Best Season
Oct -Dec & March-May
Activity
Trekking
Start / End Point
Kathmandu/Kathmandu
Overview of Nepal Trekking and Volunteering – 16 Days
Trekking generally is an adventure tourism activities and longer form of hiking in any area of the world, where as volunteering means to serve the needed people in their places.
Life Himalaya Trekking one of the authorized and renowned trekking agencies in Kathmandu, Nepal- is providing better opportunities for the trekker who wants refreshment with volunteering in the mountains of Nepal especially in Ganesh Himal trekking route.
Life Himalaya Trekking is directly linked up with Ganesh Himal Community Foundation, foundation which has been established to develop the life style of the people in the rural areas of Dhading district. Our trekking will start from Kathmandu and you can mixed voluntary either before, mid and end of the trek in the Satyadevi village of Dhading district on the lap of Ganesh Himal.
This is the special package designed by Life Himalaya Trekking for the kind hearted people who have interest in volunteering activities. The main aim of designing this package is to help in the development of society and villages in the trekking route and rural areas of Nepal.
Life Himalaya trekking is a leading company among competitors due to its social responsibility and working for the developments of country people. So let’s trek in the Ganesh Himal trails with Life Himalaya trekking for enjoying the mountain, peaks, forest and charming villages along with volunteering opportunities and interaction with local people.
Nepal Trekking and Volunteering – 14 Days Itinerary
01
Arrival Kathmandu
After you land on Tribhuwan International Airport Kathmandu, A representative from life Himalaya trekking will welcome you with garland and transfer to hotel. Our representatives will help you until the check in procedure ends and also provide a brief description about the trekking along with next day’s programme.
02
Trek to Chisapani
After breakfast we will take a 1 hour drive to Sundarijal, a famous water spot in Nepal then the trekking will start inside shivapuri National Park enjoying the natural beauties, dense forest, wild animals and birds with variety of flora and fauna. It would take around 5-6 hours to reach chisapani (2300m) for overnight stay.
03
Trek to Kutumsang
Our trek will head towards Kutumsang from Chisapani via Pathibhanjyang and Gulbhyanjyang passing charming villages, terraces, jungle and opportunity to learn and be familiar with the culture and lifestyle of local Tamang people. The ascend way till Kutumsang for overnight will take around 5 hours. Kutumsang is a bigger village with lots of house and hotels where we have option in choosing the right hotel.
04
Trek to Thadepati
After breakfast we will start our adventure trekking towards Thadepati (3510m), we pass Fir and Rhodendron forest with stunning view of Himalayas. On the way to Thadepati we cannot found permanent settlements and the trail is steep and rocky which take around 5-6 hours to reach Thadepati for overnight stay.
05
Trek to Phedi
Our trek will start after breakfast following dense forest with steep and rocky trails, enjoying cold and hot drinks on the way at Ghopte where there are several tea houses. Our trek will end at Phedi which would take around 6 hours to pass the adventure trail.
Trek Duration
6 hours Trek
06
Trek to Gosaikunda Lake via Lauri Binayak pass
From Phedi our trek will head towards holy Lake Gosaikunda via Lauribinayak Pass, where one can enjoy the tantalizing view of Glittered White Mountains. The superb view of holy Lake Gosaikunda will also be a great memory of this day, as the best time to visit the place is end of March and early of April when we can see rhododendron and different orchids everywhere in the hills. Our trek will end at local lodges in Gosaikunda.
Maximum Altitude
4630m
07
Trek to Dhunche
Dhunche is the ending points of the trek; it would take around 8 hours to reach Dhunche from Gosaikunda with beautiful view of landscape, mountains and flora fauna. Dhunche (2030m) is famous place in rasuwa district with availability of major facilities, so we will have option in choosing the lodges for overnight.
08
Drive to Satyadevi
After completing trekking now we will be heading for some social works at Satyadevi village in Dhading village. From Dhunche it would take around 3 hours to reach Trishuli Bazzar, again our trip continue to Kintang(biggest tamang village) with Ganesh Himal & Mount Manaslu scenery and many other natural and cultural attraction on the way. In the four wheelere jeep it would take total 6 hrs to reach Satyadevi for overnight stay.
09-13
Volunteering
In this trek you will got a chance to volunteer in the rural village of Dhading district i.e. Satyadevi. Satyadevi is very charming and interesting villages with unique culture and tradition where one can interact to the local culture and tradition during period of volunteer. Buddhist Monastery, Rubi cave, Viewpoints and Bachhala (trading center and mini restaurants) are the major attraction in the satyadevi villages. The trekkers will conduct their volunteer activities in the school and villages and their lodging and fooding will be managed in the local people house with traditional Nepali style. Tamang, Brahmins, Magars, Kami and Damai with many other casts are the major residence group in this area. Here the trekkers can learn Nepalese language, art and culture by interacting with the local people. So these 4 days volunteering opportunities in Satyadevi will make the trek more memorable and inspirable.
14
Drive from Dhading to Kathmandu
After completing the volunteering at Satyadevi village our journey leads to Dhading through off roads on four wheeler jeep and for reaching Kathmandu it would take around 8 hours drive. On the way we pass beautiful villages, landscape, hills and driving on the belt of river. Our drive ends at the Kathmandu and overnight in a hotel which you have preferred and you will be free for personal activities.
15
Free day at Kathmandu
This day will be free in Kathmandu for rest after a long time in a rural village of Nepal; you can buy souvenir and gift in the market around Kathmandu especially in Thamel area. We also have option of sightseeing, cycling and one day hiking around Kathmandu in this day.
16
Departure
A representative from Life Himalaya Trekking will drop you at International Airport in appropriate time i.e. 3 hours before your flight with farewell and some cultural gifts from Nepal.
Note: The itinerary can be changed according to your choice and duration of holiday as per you request.
Option 2
Non tourist area Nepali traditional life style culture and volunteering fun
Day 01:Arrival Kathmandu
After you land on Tribhuwan International Airport Kathmandu, A representative from life Himalaya trekking will welcome you with garland and transfer to hotel. Our representatives will help you until the check in procedure ends and also provide a brief description about the volunteering along with next day’s programme.
Day 02:Drive to Dhading
After breakfast we will drive towards Dhading which will take approximately 8 hours on the four wheeler jeep. On the way we pass villages, famous town, high hills, rivers, and many attractions with off road drive.
Day 03 to 11:Volunteering at Satyadevi Dhading Nepal
In this trip you will got a chance to volunteer in the rural village of Dhading district i.e. Satyadevi. Satyadevi is very charming and interesting villages with unique culture and tradition where one can interact to the local culture and tradition during period of volunteer. Buddhist Monastery, Rubi cave, Viewpoints and Bachhala (trading center and mini restaurants) are the major attraction in the satyadevi villages. The trekkers will conduct their volunteer activities in the school and villages and their lodging and fooding will be managed in the local people house with traditional Nepali style. Tamang, Brahmins, Magars, Kami and Damai with many other casts are the major residence group in this area. Here the trekkers can learn Nepalese language, art and culture by interacting with the local people. So these 4 days volunteering opportunities in Satyadevi will make the trip more memorable and inspirable.
Day 12:Drive Satyadevi to Kathmandu
After completing the volunteering at Satyadevi village our journey leads to Dhading through off roads on four wheeler jeep and for reaching Kathmandu it would take around 8 hours drive. On the way we pass beautiful villages, landscape, hills and driving on the belt of river. Our drive ends at the Kathmandu and overnight in a hotel which you have preferred and you will be free for personal activities.
Day 13:Free day at Kathmandu
This day will be free in Kathmandu for rest after a long time in a rural village of Nepal; you can buy souvenir and gift in the market around Kathmandu especially in Thamel area. We also have option of sightseeing, cycling and one day hiking around Kathmandu in this day.
Day 14:Departure
A representative from Life Himalaya Trekking will drop you at International Airport in appropriate time i.e. 3 hours before your flight with farewell and some cultural gifts from Nepal.
Note:
The itinerary can be changed according to your choice and duration of holiday as per you request.

Required Equipments for Trekking in Nepal
- Breathable Underwear
- Sports Bra
- Base Layers
- Trekking Shirts
- Trekking Trousers and Shorts
- Fleece Jacket
- Down jacket (insulated jacket)
- Windcheater (water proof)
- Sun protection Hat
- Headband or Beanie
- Scarf or neckband
- Gloves (inner and outer )
- Hiking Boots
- Trekking Shoes
- Hiking Socks
- Thermal Socks
- Gaiters
- Duffel Bag
- Day pack
- Sleeping Bag
- Trekking poles
- Sunglasses
- Hydration bladder or Water bottle
- Head Lamps
- Batteries
- Personal towel
- Swiss army knife
- Sun lotion
- Medical & first-aid kit
- Woolen socks
- Waterproof jacket
- Lip Guard
- Insulated pants
- Baby wipers
Required Equipments for Climbing in Nepal
- Water bottle
- Batteries and bulbs
- Flashlight
- Personal towel
- Swiss army knife
- Rucksack
- Sun lotion
- Medical & first-aid kit
- Sewing kit
- Polypropylene/wool socks
- Other required equipment
- Sleeping bag
- Down Jacket
- Waterproof jacket
- Trekking shoes/boots
- Camp shoes
- Jumperorpile jacket
- Hiking pants
- Hiking shirts
- Full–sleeves shirt
- T-shirts
- Sun hat
- Gloves
- Woolen hat
- Long underwear
- Goggles or sun glasses
- Gaiters
- Sun block for lips
- Light cotton socks
- Mountain trekking boots
- Woolen socks to wear with boots
- Nylon wind breaker
- Insulated pants
- Nylon wind pants
- Long sleeved cotton/woolen shirts
- Sun hat
- Long cotton hiking shorts
- Fleece/wool for climbing
- Lightweight fleece
- Sleeping pad (karri mat) or thermarest
- Down high altitude sleeping bag
- Down jacket/trousers/vest
- Light cotton athletic socks and wool socks
- Water proof climbing jacket
- Head torch/batteries/bulbs
- Climbing sunglasses
- Lightweight thermal/insulated ski gloves
- Sun screen
- Warm climbing trousers
- Wool long underwear
- Other required equipment
- Climbing boots
- Gaiters
- Ice axe
- Harness
- Crampons
- Karabiners
- Tapes/slings
- Snow bars
- Ice screws
- Rock pegs
- Deadmen
- Crash hat
- Day bag
- Rucksack
- Lip salve
- T-shirts
- Ascenders
- Ascenders
- Kit bag
Whats Included
- All ground and air transportation throughout the trek.
- Best available local home stay accommodation and full board meals throughout the volunteering.
- One highly experienced helpful and friendly guide and his food, accommodation, salary, equipment, and accidental insurance.
- Necessary paper work Please bring 2 passport size photos for permit.
- All return local transportation to the volunteering place and back to Kathmandu.
- Government taxes & office service charge
Whats Excluded
- Meals not quantified in the ‘Meal Inclusions’ in the itinerary’
- Travel insurance
- International airfare
- Nepal entry visa charge.
- All beverage and others personal expenses.
- Snacks and other personal expenses
- Personal trekking equipment’s.
Note:
The itinerary can be changed according to your choice and duration!! As per your request, We are not charging you volunteering cost this cost are only for the food, transport, guide and necessary paperwork !!
Nepal Trekking and Volunteering – 14 Days - Essential Information
Regarding flight in the mountain region
Mostly twin otter is the most common means of air transportation in the Nepalese sky and during the flight in the Himalayan region of Nepal the flight schedule is cancelled and change from time to time due to poor visibility, weather condition and many other technical problem. In such case we would charter helicopter for our guest regarding schedule of their international flight and for the different problem arise in the trek. The charter cost should be paid at head office of Tourist link Trek at Thamel and later on you can claim with your travel insurance.
As per Nepal Civil aviation rules the helicopter will fly, if the visibility is up to 1500m and visibility should be 5000m for flying Twin Otter in Nepalese sky.
Volunteering Hand of Life Himalaya Trekking
Ganesh Himal community foundation is a voluntary organization running by Life Himalaya Trekking for the development of people life style, education and villages in the rural village of Dhading district Nepal. An amount of 10% from every trip booking at Life Himalaya will go in the account of Ganesh Himal Community foundation. So this shows that we are liable for the social development of Nepal along with tourism business.
Major community work and partnership
The main job of the Ganesh Himal Community foundation is to construct the school and libraries in the rural areas of Nepal, in the needed place after a proper study. Conduct programme for the skill development, health and sanitation, village development with a joint effort of local people.
For further look at Ganesh Himal Community Foundation website www.ghcfnepal.org
Note :
The itinerary could be changed or modified as per your requirements, interest and length of your holiday. Weather, political, transportation and other disturbing factor are the main reason to make change in itineraries which are beyond our control. So, the guide or leader will provide you the best alternative during your trek. The price of the trip will be according to standard of hotel, group size, duration and date of travel for the tailor made programme.
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