A short, lower trek that starts at the northern edge of the Kathmandu Valley and runs north through forest and the Hyolmo villages of Helambu, with views of the Langtang range.
5–8 walking days · highest point ridge near Tharepati 3,650 m · Moderate · best months Sep, Oct, Nov · Start and end: Sundarijal → Melamchi Bazaar · Protected area: Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park
Bus or taxi from Kathmandu to Sundarijal; a daily jeep goes on to Pati Bhanjyang. The walk can end at Melamchi Bazaar, with a bus back to Kathmandu, or loop back to Sundarijal.
The ridge near Tharepati gets snow in late winter and early spring; use the valley route in bad weather. Wikipedia advises against walking alone beyond Mulkharka after rare attacks. The upper villages may be inside Langtang National Park, which has its own permit; we found no official map that settles it, so ask your agency.
A licensed guide is required on this trek (Nepal Tourism Board rule since 31 March 2023).
Most of these treks go above 3,000 m. The US CDC advises: once above 3,000 m, sleep no more than 500 m higher each night, add an extra day for every 1,000 m you gain, never go higher with symptoms (headache, nausea, dizziness), and go down if they get worse.
Fees and rules checked on 2026-11-02.
Trekking and sightseeing in Nepal
General guidance from the sources listed, not a guarantee. Rules, fees and trail conditions change; confirm with the official source or a registered trekking agency before you go.