Lumba Sumba Pass Trek - 19 Days

 



Trip Overview

  • Panoramic views of the Kanchenjunga, Makalu and Kumbhakarna peaks
  • Explore remote places of Nepal and discover the local culture
  • Visit the green tea garden at Ilam and the local cheese factory
  • Visit the oldest Buddhist monastery, built before 445 Ad

Lumba Sumba Pass Trek is a new trekking route running through Kanchenjunga and Makalu Conservation Area in the eastern Himalaya region, in which Lumba Sumba Peak (5200m) is a major attraction. This trek offers the most spectacular Himalayan landscapes, the route encompasses alpine grasslands, rocky outcrops, dense temperate and subtropical forests, and low river valleys. There are also a number of high mountain lakes in Olangchung Gola, and the Tamor and Arun River systems are another attraction for tourists. These two rivers are the major tributaries of the mighty Sapta Koshi River. On the way, trekkers may also come across different birds and wildlife species, including the endangered snow leopard and red panda along the route. Apart from natural beauty, on the Lumba Sumba pass trek, trekkers can also explore cultural heritage including monasteries, shortens, temples, prayer walls, and any local festivals that may be taking place. The route is home to several different ethnic groups like the Limbus, Sherpas, Rai, Gurung, Magars, Newars, and Tamangs. The trek. Trekkers will see the traditional farming practices of the local people along the way. The trek heads through diverse land topography, forests, and villages. You’ll see Kanchenjunga, as well as Yalungkang, Mt. Jannu, Makalu, Lhotse, and Mt. Everest on the way. Keep your eyes open and you might see snow leopards, musk deer, and several species of birds, along with the country’s most pristine oak and rhododendron forests.

 

Trek Duration: 19 Days

Cost: USD 2350 per person

 

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive in Kathmandu (1340 m)

Day 2 Fly to Bhadrapur/ Taplejung by jeep (1780 m) 8 hours Homestay

Day 3 Trek Taplejung to Mitlung (910 m) 6 hours Homestay

Day 4 Trek Mitlung to Chiruwa (1250 m) 6 hours Home stay

Day 5 Trek Chiruwa to Lelep (1690 m) 7 hours Homestay

Day 6 Trek Lelep to Ela danda (2150 m) 5 hours Homestay

Day 7 Trek Ela Danda to Selep Kharka (2525m) 5 hours Home stay

Day 8 Trek Selep Kharka to Olangchung Gola (3210 m) 6 hours Homestay

Day 9 Trek Olangchung Gola to Upper Langmale Kharka (3890 m) 7 hours Camping

Day 10 Trek Upper Langmale Kharka to Pass Camp (4750 m) 7 hours Camping

Day 11 Trek Pass camp to Yak Kharka (4590 m) 7 hours Camping

Day 12 Trek Yak Kharka to Thudam (3500 m) 6 hours Homestay

Day 13 Trek Thudam to Kharka (2875 m) 7 hours Camping

Day 14 Trek Kharka to Chyamthang (2230 m) 6 hours Homestay

Day 15 Trek Chyamthang to Hatiya (1560 m) 7 hours Home stay

Day 16 Trek Hatiya to Gola (1410 m) 6 hours Home stay

Day 17 Trek Gola to Ghadi (1800 m) 7 hours Homestay

Day 18 Trek Gadhi to Num and drive to Tumlingtar (400 m) 7 hours Guesthouse

Day 19 Fly back to Kathmandu(1340 m) 35 minutes Hotel

 

On the final departure, our office staff will drop you at the international airport. If your flight time is in the evening or afternoon we can arrange sightseeing in the Kathmandu Valley (Pashupatinath, Monkey Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, etc) at an extra cost.

 

What is Included?

  • Pickups and drops from hotels and airports.
  • All necessary paperwork and permits (National park permit, TIMS)
  • All government and local taxes.
  • Necessary insurance for trekking staff
  • Domestic flights Kathmandu – Tumlintar – Kathmandu
  • Guesthouse accommodation during the trek
  • Three Times meals during the trek.
  • All surface transportation to the starting point and from the ending point of the trek
  • An experienced English speaking guide trained by the government of Nepal
  • Sleeping bags and down jackets for the trek (should be refunded after the trek)
  • Hotel in Kathmandu for 2 nights, in a twin-sharing room with breakfast
  • A comprehensive medical kit
  • Staff Insurance
  • Trekking Map

 

What is Excluded?

  • Alcohol, laundry, and other personal expenses
  • Travel, accidental/ health insurance (mandatory).
  • Beverage bills, bar bills, and personal expenses
  • International airfare and airport tax and visa fee.
  • Emergency evacuation
  • Excess baggage charges (if you have more than 10 kg of luggage, a cargo charge is around $1.5 per kg)
  • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
  • Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu (and also in the case of early return from the mountain than the scheduled itinerary)
  • Optional trips and sightseeing if extended
  • Tips

 

Equipment Checklist

  1. Day pack (25–35 liters)Pack cover
  2. Sleeping bag comfortable to -10 to -20 Degree(dependent upon season, weather forecast.
  3. Waterproof and comfortable hiking boots
  4. Camp shoes (down booties or running shoes)
  5. Headlight with extra batteries, Trekking poles
  6. Trekking Clothing(3 pair t-shirt,2 pairs trousers or trekking pants,
  7. Wicking, quick-dry boxers or briefs (3)
  8. Wicking, quick-dry sports bra (for women)
  9. Heavyweight long underwear bottoms
  10. Mid-weight long underwear bottoms
  11. Mid-weight long underwear top
  12. Wool or synthetic T-shirts (2)
  13. Mid-weight fleece or soft-shell jacket (2)
  14. Convertible hiking pants
  15. Fleece pants or insulated pants
  16. waterproof/windproof jackets
  17. Lightweight waterproof/breathable rain pants
  18. Mid-weight fleece gloves or wool gloves, Liner gloves
  19. Mid-weight fleece/wool winter hat, Sun hat
  20. Mid-weight wool or synthetic socks (3 pairs)
  21. Liner socks (optional),Sunglasses
  22. Sun lotion 35 to 50, Water Bottle
  23. Water filter, Slippers, Towels, Raincoat
  24. Personal medicine kits

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