Panch Pokhari Trek is newly opened trekking route in Langtang region which is less crowded trek in Nepal. Panch Pokhari trekking is fully camping trekking in wilderness area of Himalayas. The five ponds in the lap of Himalayas is attractive destination offers exciting views of Himalayas. Camping trekking to Panch Pokhari gives exciting mountain views, beautiful landscapes and villages.
Highlight of Panch Pokhari camping Trekking
- Exploring the holy ponds.
- Panoramic view of Mt. Jugal Himal (m), Rowling Range and other picturesque sites.
- The route passes through villages and settlements of diverse ethnic people.
- Fully planned Camping experience in the natural setting.
Overview
Panch Pokhari Camping Trekking is in a less-touristic area in Nepal. A very few tourists trek in this trail. Panch Pokhari camping Trekking located to the north-east direction of the Kathmandu valley. ‘Panch’ means five and ‘Pokhari’ means the pond. In English, Panch Pokhari can be called as ‘Five Ponds’ which are the sacred ponds. These ponds lie at the height of 4,100m from the sea level. Panch Pokhari means the group of five holy ponds / lakes of great religious meaning in the north-eastern part of Sindhupalchowk district, Panch Pokhari area is one of the new and unexplored trekking destinations in Nepal. During one of the major festival ‘Janai Purnima’ in July or August, many Hindu and Buddhist pilgrims visit Panch Pokhari. Janai Purnima is the festival in which Hindu Nepali people change the holy thread. As these ponds are holy, people come to change their sacred thread or wear the thread for the first time. The view of the snowcapped mountains or Himalayas like DorjeeLhakpa (6,966m), Jugal Himal, Gauri Shankar Himal and Phurbi Chhyachu Himal (6,637m) is the main attraction of this trekking. The beauty of nature and the culture of the local people are incredible in Panch Pokhari camping Trekking.
Panch Pokhari camping Trekking starts from Chautara in Sindhupalchwok district which is about five hours drive from Kathmandu. Tourists can explore unique environment and rich bio-diversity in Panch Pokhari camping Trekking. This is a famous Hindu pilgrimage site in Nepal which provides panoramic view of Mt. Jugal Himal (m), Rowling Range and other picturesque sites can be seen from Panch Pokhari. The stimulating nature trek starts from Chautara (1,450m.), the district headquarters of Sindhupalchowk district.
The area offers cultural heritage, unsurpassed beauty and biological diversity. The stunning Himalayan range and pristine nature with different culture are major highlight of this trek. It lies about 70k.m north of Kathmandu. Valley, the route passes through villages and settlements of diverse ethnic people like Tamangs, Newars, Sherpas, Brahmins, Chhetris, and Gurungs. In some places, the route passes through villages of different ethnic people like Tamangs, Newars, Sherpas, Brahmins, Chhetris, and Gurungs. Since teahouses are not available along the route of the Panch Pokhari camping Trekking, camping trek is operated.
Moreover, if this is an ideal trekking package near Kathmandu valley for the time bounded avid trekkers who want to feel the extreme natural beauties and cultural heritages through trekking in Nepal Himalayas. Trekking Panch Pokhari during spring and autumn allow you the best trekking experiences with the mesmerizing views and favorable temperatures.
Outline Itinerary
Day | Program | Elevation |
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1 | Arrival to TIA airport. Pick up from there then check in to hotel in Kathmandu Upon arrival in Kathmandu. | 1360m |
2 | Free day in Kathmandu or self sightseeing tour (option are) | 1360m |
3 | Kathmandu to Chautara | 1215m |
4 | Trek to Phurse | 2035m |
5 | Trek to Kami Kharka | 2845m |
6 | Trek to Pauwa Bas | 3025m |
7 | Trek to Hille Bhanjyang | 3435m |
8 | Trek to Nasim Pati | 3715m |
9 | Trek to Panch Pokhari | 4110m |
10 | Trek to Nasim Pati | 3725m |
11 | Trek to Dukhang | 2100m |
12 | Trek to Dhap | 1200m |
13 | Trek to Melamchi Bazaar | 800m |
14 | Drive Back to Kathmandu | 1300m |
15 | Drive to Kathmandu which takes about five hours. | 1360m |